
Author: Akshay
Published On: Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:34:08 GMT

Mike Horton is the founder and technical architect behind GEODNET, a decentralized physical infrastructure network building a global array of GNSS reference stations for high-precision positioning. He brings more than two decades of experience in navigation, positioning, and sensor systems, and has positioned GEODNET to deliver centimeter-level geolocation data for autonomous vehicles, drones, robotics, precision agriculture, and spatial mapping applications.
Prior to GEODNET, Horton co-founded Crossbow Technology, a MEMS sensor company later acquired by Moog Aerospace, and currently serves as CTO of Anello Photonics. His background includes extensive work in inertial navigation and sensing hardware, supported by multiple patents and deep industry expertise. Under his leadership, GEODNET has emerged as a leading DePIN project bridging real-world infrastructure with blockchain-based incentives.