Minima is teaming up with ARM’s Flexible Access Program to create a new microchip that features a decentralized ledger. This partnership gives around 70 startups access to ARM's valuable intellectual property and chip design tools.

The upcoming “Minima Chip” aims to equip devices with a secure node. This node will verify data, generate tokens, and allow for peer-to-peer messaging. Minima has already partnered with companies like Volvo to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging flexibility using tokens from private charging stations.

Minima focuses on managing transactions across the Internet of Things (IoT). This includes mobile phones, cars, and various devices. The combination of IoT and blockchain has been explored in projects like IOTA. It has now evolved into a broader trend called decentralized physical infrastructure networks, or DePIN. This trend covers applications in telecommunications and data storage.

Much of Minima’s work is in the automotive sector. They collaborate with companies like Volvo to run full nodes in car head units. This setup supports features like telemetry data verification and battery passports. It also improves EV charging flexibility through token generation.

Embedding blockchain technology into chips offers a secure and streamlined design approach. Minima CEO Hugo Feiler explains that isolating blockchain operations from existing tech is beneficial for real-world deployment. It keeps things simple.

Each device performs proof of work, ensuring decentralization. However, the actual mining happens collaboratively through the Minima consensus system. Feiler emphasizes the need for secure communication among vehicles. He states, “You have Volvos, Audis, and Teslas that don’t trust each other. But they need to trust the information coming from those devices.” This secure communication is vital for transparent value in EV charging infrastructure.

Neil Parris, ARM's director of partner success, highlights how the access program speeds up innovation and market entry for startups. He notes, “With ARM Flexible Access, new players like Minima have a cost-effective path to prototype development. This gives them the freedom to experiment and design confidently.”