About Us

Laser Focus World is an industry bedrock—first published in 1965 and still going strong. We publish original articles about cutting-edge advances in lasers, optics, photonics, sensors, and quantum technologies, as well as test and measurement, and the shift currently underway to usher in the photonic integrated circuits, optical interconnects, and copackaged electronics and photonics to deliver the speed and efficiency essential for data centers of the future.

Our 80,000 qualified print subscribers—and 130,000 12-month engaged online audience—trust us to dive in and provide original journalism you won’t find elsewhere covering key emerging areas such as laser-driven inertial confinement fusion, lasers in space, integrated photonics, chipscale lasers, LiDAR, metasurfaces, high-energy laser weaponry, photonic crystals, and quantum computing/sensors/communications. We cover the innovations driving these markets.

Laser Focus World is part of Endeavor Business Media, a division of EndeavorB2B.

Laser Focus World Membership

Never miss any articles, videos, podcasts, or webinars by signing up for membership access to Laser Focus World online. You can manage your preferences all in one place—and provide our editorial team with your valued feedback.

Magazine Subscription

Can you subscribe to receive our print issue for free? Yes, you sure can!

Newsletter Subscription

A Laser Focus World newsletter subscription is free to qualified professionals:

The Daily Beam

Showcases the newest content from Laser Focus World, including photonics- and optics-based applications, components, research, and trends. (Daily)

Product Watch

The latest in products within the photonics industry. (9x per year)

Bio & Life Sciences Product Watch

The latest in products within the biophotonics industry. (4x per year)

Laser Processing Product Watch

The latest in products within the laser processing industry. (3x per year)

Get Published!

If you’d like to write an article for us, reach out with a short pitch to Sally Cole Johnson: [email protected]. We love to hear from you.

Photonics Hot List

Laser Focus World produces a video newscast that gives a peek into what’s happening in the world of photonics.

Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast

Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast dives deep into the fascinating world of photonics. Our weekly episodes feature interviews and discussions with industry and research experts, providing valuable perspectives on the issues, technologies, and trends shaping the photonics community.

Social Media

Bluesky • Facebook • Instagram • LinkedIn • YouTube

Meet the Laser Focus World Team

Editorial

Sales

Editorial Advisory Board

  • Professor Andrea M. Armani, University of Southern California
  • Ruti Ben-Shlomi, Ph.D., LightSolver
  • James Butler, Ph.D., Hamamatsu
  • Natalie Fardian-Melamed, Ph.D., Columbia University
  • Justin Sigley, Ph.D., AmeriCOM
  • Professor Birgit Stiller, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light, and Leibniz University of Hannover
  • Professor Stephen Sweeney, University of Glasgow
  • Mohan Wang, Ph.D., University of Oxford
  • Professor Xuchen Wang, Harbin Engineering University
  • Professor Stefan Witte, Delft University of Technology
My Watchlist
Indicators
Industrial Laser Index
Markets
Stocks
ETFs
Tools
Markets:
Overview
News
Currencies
International
Treasuries

DeSaFa Announces Imminent Mainnet Launch, Unveils Hardware-Backed Decentralized Secure Network

By: Binary News Network

HONGKONG, September 5, 2025 — DeSaFa, a decentralized, safer, and faster network platform, today announced plans to launch its mainnet on September 9, 2025, following a successful public beta that began on July 1, 2025. Built to connect a global mesh of nodes into a privacy-first access layer for the open internet, DeSaFa integrates hardware-grade devices and consumer apps to deliver resilient connectivity for individuals and enterprises alike.

Description: 1757299393397789.png

Founded in March 2023, DeSaFa has assembled a globally distributed team with deep credentials in Web3, information security, VPN, blockchain, and router hardware. Over 30% of the team holds a PhD, including key members such as a postdoctoral researcher from Stanford University. The platform already supports DRouter and DWorker devices to form a full-stack decentralized secure network, and will roll out DApp (mobile) and DWIFI (portable Wi-Fi) to broaden access later this year.

Below is an edited interview with Benison, DeSaFa’s founder, on the project’s vision, progress, and what’s next.

An Interview with DeSaFa Founder Benison

Q: For readers new to DeSaFa, what is it in one sentence?
Benison: DeSaFa is a decentralized, hardware-accelerated network that lets anyone securely access global internet resources while contributing bandwidth to a resilient, privacy-first ecosystem.

Q: When did the journey start, and who is building it?
Benison: We started in March 2023 with a simple question: can we make secure global connectivity both faster and more democratized? Our team is now truly global, with experts across Web3, information security, VPN, blockchain, and router hardware. Over 30% of our contributors are PhDs; one of our core researchers is a Stanford postdoc. That blend of academic rigor and production engineering is why we’ve moved quickly without compromising on security or reliability.

Q: What have you learned from the public beta since July 1, 2025?
Benison: Two things. First, hardware matters. Our DRouter and DWorker devices provide consistent performance, verifiable node integrity, and better network quality of service than purely software approaches. Second, scale is happening: in just over two months, we’ve approached 3,000 DWorker service nodes during the beta. That density improves route diversity, uptime, and user experience.

Q: What’s shipping on mainnet and what’s on the near-term roadmap?
Benison: On September 9, we’re launching the mainnet foundation: node coordination, secure routing, and settlement infrastructure designed for high availability. In parallel, we’re preparing two access products:

l DApp — a mobile application that lets users leverage DeSaFa’s network on their existing smartphones.

l DWIFI — a portable “Wi-Fi to DeSaFa” device so users can securely connect laptops and other devices on the go.

These will make DeSaFa accessible without requiring specialized equipment, while our DRouter/DWorker line continues to power the network’s backbone.

Q: You’ve suggested DeSaFa could become the largest VPN service provider. What gives you that confidence?
Benison: Traction plus architecture. With nearly 3,000 DWorker nodes already active in beta, we’re seeing strong community participation before mainnet incentives. Because DeSaFa aligns user demand with node supply, we expect rapid growth in coverage and throughput. We believe we can serve millions of users in the near future and ultimately compete as the world’s largest VPN-class provider—but with the added benefits of decentralization, hardware-level trust, and route diversity.

Q: How do enterprises fit into the picture?
Benison: We’re actively developing higher-assurance modes and compliance-aware routing tailored for cross-border e-commerce and multinational companies. These scenarios require predictable performance, auditability, and jurisdiction-sensitive policies. Our hardware-anchored nodes and policy engine are being designed to meet those requirements without sacrificing the privacy guarantees consumers expect.

Q: Why invest in hardware (DRouter and DWorker) when software is easier to scale?
Benison: Security, performance, and reliability. Hardware gives us stable cryptographic identity, tamper resistance, and optimized packet processing. It also enables remote attestation and quality verification so the network can preferentially route through trustworthy nodes. Software agents will always have a place, but purpose-built hardware raises the baseline.

Q: And what about node operators?
Benison: Clear onboarding, hardware options for consistent uptime, and a pathway to earn by contributing high-quality bandwidth. As the network grows, we’ll continue to refine rewards to prioritize availability, performance, and compliance.

Availability

DeSaFa’s mainnet is scheduled for September 9, 2025. DApp and DWIFI will begin phased releases later this year. For updates, technical documentation, and participation details for node operators and early users, follow DeSaFa’s official channels–https://www.desafa.net.

About DeSaFa:
DeSaFa is a decentralized secure network that combines hardware-anchored nodes with consumer-friendly access points to deliver fast, private connectivity worldwide. Founded in 2023, DeSaFa’s team brings deep expertise in Web3, security, VPN, blockchain, and networking hardware.

More News

View More
Can Apple’s iPhone 17 and AI Push Its Stock to New Highs?
Via MarketBeat
Topics Artificial Intelligence
Tickers AAPL
Oracle to Hit $1 Trillion Valuation in 2025: Here’s Why
Via MarketBeat
Topics Artificial Intelligence
Tickers AMZN CRM GOOGL META MSFT ORCL
General Mills Is a Generational Opportunity for Income Investors
Via MarketBeat
Tickers GIS
DoorDash Buys Deliveroo: A Game Changer?
Via MarketBeat
Tickers DASH
Is Netflix's Ad Deal With Amazon the Catalyst for a New Uptrend?
Via MarketBeat
Topics Government World Trade
Tickers AMZN NFLX TTD
Stock Quote API & Stock News API supplied by www.cloudquote.io
Quotes delayed at least 20 minutes.
By accessing this page, you agree to the following
Privacy Policy and Terms Of Service.