Messari's Crypto Theses 2025 Report Spotlights DePIN and DIMO

**DIMO** is participating in the **Argus IoT Convention 2025** in Tijuana, Mexico from October 8-10. **Key Details:** - Co-Founder & CTO **Yevgeny Khessin** will join industry leaders on a panel - Panel topic: *Disruptiveness in Vehicle Telematics: The Pursuit of Engagement* - Event powered by Argus Technology - Location: Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico The panel will explore how vehicle telematics is evolving and driving engagement in the connected car ecosystem. DIMO continues expanding its presence at major industry events focused on IoT and mobility technology.

**EV drivers face insurance premium spikes** after automakers secretly sell their driving data to third parties. One driver saw their **insurance costs jump 21%** when their vehicle data was sold without clear consent. This practice is widespread across the automotive industry. **Current problems:** - Drivers lose control of personal data - Developers can't access needed information - Automakers face reputation damage **Blockchain solutions offer hope** through: - Driver data ownership - Developer access without privacy loss - Automaker innovation with maintained trust New cryptographic tools and open protocols could transform how vehicle data is handled, giving control back to drivers while enabling innovation. [Read the full analysis](https://dimo.co/blogs/the-pit-stop/how-automakers-can-make-data-privacy-an-advantage)

**DIMO positions itself as infrastructure for the $100B+ connected car economy** The platform offers three key features for developers: - **Plug & Play APIs** for faster vehicle integration - **Privacy-preserving design** with consent-based data handling - **Real-time data** sourcing, hosting, and consumption in one platform DIMO describes itself as building "the rails for the future of mobility" where businesses can innovate while drivers maintain data control. The company recently launched on multiple platforms including Grommet and Product Hunt, offering interactive developer guides and AI-ready APIs for vehicle data applications. [Get started at dimo.org](https://www.dimo.org/)

DIMO has integrated Beacon Protocol into its Marketplace, with over 2,500 drivers already participating in a groundbreaking initiative. The partnership with Flock.io creates the first custom AI model for smarter driving. - Drivers can connect their vehicles to contribute data - AI provides personalized driving efficiency recommendations - Users earn Beacon points for their participation The system aims to optimize fuel efficiency while maintaining data privacy and security. Drivers can start earning rewards while contributing to the development of advanced driving AI. [Connect your vehicle now](https://dimo.onelink.me/n8Wu/ahuzsjhn)

DIMO has introduced **Car IDs** in their mobile app, allowing drivers to showcase their vehicles with customizable digital identifiers. Key features: - Personalize Car IDs to match your actual vehicle or create custom versions - Access via Vehicle Detail page in the DIMO mobile app - Share directly to X (formerly Twitter) **Special Promotion**: - Post your Car ID and tag @DIMO_Network - 10 winners will receive 500 $DIMO tokens - Contest ends Friday Share your ride and join the DIMOnday celebration for a chance to win!