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DIMO 2024 Developer Roadmap Introduction

James Li — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:33:00 -0400

An overview of the resources and tooling on the roadmap for DIMO developers.

Build On DIMO - June 2024

James Li — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 12:18:00 -0400

Get the latest details on the DIMO Developer Console, WaaS, improved telemetry, and API/SDK updates

Tokenomics, Developer Licenses, Town Hall

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:41:00 -0400

Last week we shared an important update on tokenomics that is available for comment and set up a Town Hall for the Community to discuss.

Developer Growth, Coming Soon to DIMO, and Sharing More About What We're Building

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:27:00 -0400

The DIMO core team has been hard at work for months on some amazing infra and products, but we haven't shared a ton about the Roadmap and Strategy. That's all going to start to shift, and we'll start publishing much more regular updates, like the one below:

DIMO @ Consensus 2024 Recap

Joe Bender — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0400

The DIMO team traveled to Austin, Texas for Consensus 2024 hosted by CoinDesk.

Build on DIMO - May 2024

James Li — Tue, 14 May 2024 14:29:00 -0400

Build on DIMO is excited to introduce you to our latest updates on the Developer Platform this month. Starting off with some new shiny Engineering updates, then diving deeper into how DIMO helps developers build faster. Let’s get started!

DIMO Macaron Mapping Challenge

Joe Bender — Thu, 02 May 2024 12:27:00 -0400

DIMO is announcing a competition for Macaron device owners who participate in a digital treasure hunt to map out their city and state on the Helium IoT network.

Build on DIMO - April 2024

James Li — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400

The DIMO Developer License program has launched as part of the Developer Platform. You can access the future of mobility and the auto industry by gaining instant access to the DIMO API.

Build on DIMO - March 2024

James Li — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:14:00 -0400

DIMO offers a Developer Program for building on the open-source tech stack. You can drive the future of mobility and the auto industry by utilizing vehicle data through the API.

DIMO @ EthDenver 2024 Recap

Joe Bender — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

EthDenver 2024 was a week-long celebration of innovation, community, and adoption in web3. The DIMO team headed to Colorado in full-force, and enjoyed talking directly with drivers about what they want in a worldwide mobility network.

DIMO Mainnet Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary

Joe Bender — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Happy Birthday, DIMO! In honor of the anniversary, we wanted to share some of the most interesting analytics from the wealth of data being produced by DIMO connected vehicles around the world.

DIMO and NATIX: DePIN in the Vehicle World

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 09:24:00 -0500

We are excited to bring another partner to the DIMO Marketplace: NATIX. Users of both DIMO and NATIX will receive exclusive offers in each mobile app to join the other network, helping to provide more access to vehicle technology and tools:

DIMO Rewards and the DIMO Macaron

Alex Rawitz — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

One of the most common questions about the DIMO Macaron is how the rewards compare to the existing DIMO AutoPi. This breakdown should answer all the questions.

Custom Coverage: How DIMO and Marble Can Personalize Auto Insurance

Colin Knudsen — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 06:30:00 -0400

DIMO is excited to announce an upcoming partnership with Marble Insurance. This collaboration is the first step towards enabling DIMO users to leverage their vehicle data to receive personalized, data-driven insurance policies, and significant cost savings.

DIMO Data Credits and DIMO Nodes: DIMO Ignite Grant Recipients October 2023

Samantha DeGennaro — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0400

Two grant recipients are building foundational pieces of the DIMO protocol that will enable decentralization and data consumption.

Under the Hood of the DIMO Macaron

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:26:00 -0400

More details about the DIMO Macaron as we build towards global availability of the device.

Why did we build the DIMO Macaron?

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:56:00 -0400

Making connectivity available for every vehicle in the world.

DIMO Insights #7: Mastering the Used Car Market with DIMO

Jeremy Lerner — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 09:45:00 -0400

DIMO can simplify the daunting process of buying and selling used cars. We offer monthly reports that clean up messy valuations, giving you realistic price ranges for your vehicle. Calculate your car's annualized depreciation rate based on its original MSRP to track its value over time. Discover market trends, like cars that appreciate quickly, and make smarter brand choices with manufacturer insights. DIMO is your trusted companion for confident decisions in the world of used cars.

DIMO Insights #6: Fueling the Future: Discovering Refuel Events

Jeremy Lerner — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 22:00:00 -0400

The DIMO Insights team has tackled the challenge of accurately measuring fuel levels in your vehicle's gas tank, shedding light on a process that's more complex than it appears. They use a smoothing technique using a Gaussian filter to improve the precision of fuel percent remaining readings, making it easier for drivers to gauge fuel levels accurately through the DIMO app.

This advancement also extends to the automatic detection of gas refueling events, where researchers employ a rolling window analysis and derivative estimation to pinpoint when your vehicle is refueled. This functionality enhances your driving experience by providing more accurate fuel readings, fuel efficiency monitoring, and expense tracking.

DIMO Insights #5 - How Fast Can You Charge Your EV?

Jeremy Lerner — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:35:00 -0400

In the world of electric vehicles (EVs), charging speed is not constant and can slow down as the battery approaches full capacity, all in the name of preserving battery life. DIMO has used historical charging data to estimate how long it takes to charge an EV at specific stations, factoring in the charger's capability and the vehicle's battery management system. This research provides valuable insights for EV drivers, particularly for planning road trips and optimizing charging stops to make the most of their EV driving experience.

DIMO Insights #4 - How Much Does It REALLY Cost to Drive Your Electric Vehicle?

Jeremy Lerner — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:09:00 -0400

DIMO data can be used to determine the efficiency and cost of driving an electric vehicle. By utilizing miles driven, charging sessions, and electricity prices, DIMO can provide EV owners with detailed breakdowns of the energy efficiency (Miles Per Gallon-equivalent) and dollars per mile of driving.

What's up for vote at DIMO August 2023?

DIMO Foundation — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:39:00 -0400

Connecting Drivers to a Certified Repair Network: DIMO and RepairPal Partnership

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:30:00 -0400

DIMO's newest partnership with Repairpal will provide DIMO’s users with easy, real-time access to the Certified RepairPal network for trusted automotive repair and maintenance inside the DIMO Mobile Marketplace.

Driving a Future of Sustainable Mobility: Bluedot and DIMO Partnership

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 08:48:00 -0400

Bluedot understands the challenges and opportunities associated with transitioning to EVs. Through their seamless and scalable solutions, they empower drivers and businesses to embrace electric mobility. From providing charging infrastructure solutions to offering banking services, Bluedot supports individuals and organizations in making the shift towards a more sustainable transportation ecosystem.

How to scan your car's error codes with DIMO Mobile

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:46:00 -0400

"We've build the best error code reader on the market" - DIMO Co-Founder Alex Rawitz. DIMO’s newest feature is set to revolutionize how consumers approach car maintenance, making check engine light anxiety and even untrustworthy auto shops a thing of the past.

Expanding on DIMO On-Chain Data

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:15:00 -0400

An expansion on DIMO's contribution to OurNetwork article #173 and on-chain DePIN data.

DIMO's $2M Ecosystem Fund is live: Apply Today

Sam Lewis — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:03:00 -0400

The Ignite Team has been allocated an initial $2,000,000 ecosystem fund to support builders and developers who can accelerate innovation within the DIMO ecosystem.

What's up for vote at DIMO June 2023?

DIMO Foundation — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400

New proposals and amendments accelerate innovation and broaden reach, among other updates.

DIMO and The Carbon Offset Company launch carbon offsetting for everyday car usage

Colin Knudsen — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered how much carbon your driving produces each year? It might be more than you think. Balancing concerns for the environment with practical everyday transportations needs can be a challenge. DIMO and The Carbon Offset Company have partnered to give car owners a simple way to track and then offset their personal carbon emissions through the DIMO Marketplace. You may be surprised how cost effective it is to offset your annual driving.

DIMO and Caramel partnership simplifies and maximizes the value of private transactions

Colin Knudsen — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:48:00 -0400

DIMO and Caramel are teaming up to revolutionize the way you sell your car by allowing you to unlock the highest value and a seamless transaction experience. By combining DIMO’s cutting-edge vehicle data protocol with Caramel’s secure and user-friendly platform, car owners can now maximize their cash returns when they’re ready to sell their car.

How decentralization and DIMO can solve the problems of Uber and Lyft

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 25 May 2023 12:03:00 -0400

By building on top of web3 infrastructure like the DIMO platform, developers will be able to replace the duopoly of Lyft and Uber with decentralized applications. Innovation of the economic model will be a win-win for drivers and passengers. New web3 apps will create a rideshare system that eliminates middlemen, lowers costs, and increases safety.

3 Big Questions on DIMO Rewards

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 17 May 2023 08:42:00 -0400

$DIMO Is now available on Coinbase

DIMO Foundation — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:23:00 -0400

Starting today, support for $DIMO has been added on Coinbase, one of the world’s top cryptocurrency exchanges. This will provide a significant increase in reach and accessibility for DIMO users...

DIMO Authorized Reseller Announcement: Ampchampment

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 08:41:00 -0400

Ampchampment is a specialized company that focuses on cutting-edge technologies such as decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Web3. With a team of experts in these areas, Ampchampment is committed to creating innovative solutions that empower individuals and businesses to take advantage of emerging technologies.

How DIMO built a seamless in-app wallet with Web3Auth

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 16:50:00 -0400

Our in-app wallet has massively improved the DIMO user experience, allowing for just about anyone to connect their car to DIMO, no matter how technologically inept.

DIMO’s Referral Program is now live

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 11:59:00 -0400

Every time you refer a friend, you and your friend will both earn 50 $DIMO each when they connect their car to DIMO! The network is growing fast, and we want to give our passionate users the ability to spread the benefits of DIMO with all drivers on the road.

On DIMO Tokenomics

Rob Solomon — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 14:58:00 -0400

There are key principles and tokenomic mechanisms that can be employed to create utility for the $DIMO token. In this piece we’ll cover how $DIMO tokens are used now, and how they could be used in the future to maximize the utility for DIMO users.

DIMO Support is Coming to Hotspotty

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:50:00 -0400

Hotspotty is the leading tool for DeWi operators to manage their network deployments. Hundreds of thousands of users have used Hotspotty to manage their Helium deployments, coverage, payouts, and operations. Those powerful tools are now coming to DIMO.

DIMO now supports vehicles 2008 and up

Alex Rawitz — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 20:27:00 -0400

Up until now, DIMO has supported vehicles from 2012 and newer. We’ve been testing with older vehicles, going back to 2008, and while there may be some instances where support fails, we’re excited to welcome vehicles from 2008-2011 to connect to DIMO, earn $DIMO rewards, and use the DIMO marketplace.

What's up for vote at DIMO March 2023?

DIMO Foundation — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:23:00 -0400

New proposals and amendments improve tokenomics and bring back referrals, among other updates.

Introducing: DIMO Marketplace, DIMO Mobile v1.8

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:01:00 -0400

In release 1.8.0, the foundation is being laid for the global growth of the DIMO Marketplace. DIMO’s newest update brings a number of new features and tools designed to give drivers the best connected car experience. DIMO is the first and only car app that lets you put your car’s data to work in a marketplace that can save you money and make your car more exciting.

DIMO Insights #3 - How EV battery health scoring could save your car's battery

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:45:00 -0400

Battery health metrics could make or break the value of an EV on the market. The batteries are the most expensive component of an electric vehicle. So where a vehicle may show 50k miles on the odometer, that will not take into consideration how the battery has been treated in that time. A battery in a vehicle charged from level one or two chargers and kept between 20% and 80% state of charge will have a longer usable life than batteries treated differently.

DIMO Authorized Reseller: FreshMiners

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:14:00 -0500

As DIMO scales, localizing support for the project further is key. We’re taking a step in that direction with our first international Authorized Reseller, FreshMiners.

The Movement #11

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:13:00 -0500

Hello DIMO Community! Two months into 2023 there is a lot to be excited about.

Permissions and Sharing On-chain

DIMO Foundation — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:44:00 -0500

The DIMO Mobile app and all its users recently received a huge upgrade: Vehicle Sharing.

This feature will bring many more users and vehicles into the DIMO Ecosystem, and paired alongside the in-app wallet powered by web3Auth, it will introduce people to web3 products in the best way for mass adoption: without them realizing the great product their using touches the blockchain.

Top FAQs - February 2023

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 10:13:00 -0500

Here's a short list of some common questions DIMO users have been asking this month!

Expanding the DIMO Hardware Ecosystem

DIMO Foundation — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:09:00 -0500

In year one, DIMO has laid the foundation: rolling out a best in class mobile app, building a community of thousands of drivers and fleets. Now it’s time to start scaling up.

DIMO partners with innovative mobile vehicle maintenance provider, YourMechanic

Colin Knudsen — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:53:00 -0500

DIMO’s newest ecosystem partner YourMechanic offers mobile vehicle maintenance/service at your home or place of business. Their transparent pricing model and wide-ranging service offerings make them especially useful for DIMO users. By using the promo code DIMO, users receive 5% off and 50 $DIMO tokens for all transactions over $100. Think of $DIMO as a reward point for your car: whether you’re getting an oil change, tire rotation, or any of the 100s of services YourMechanic offers, you can earn rewards and keep your car in the best shape of its life.

How we’re making DIMO Mobile—a Web3 app—as seamless as Web2

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:09:00 -0500

Our mission is to bring new applications, cost saving services, and the best connected vehicle experience to the world. Millions are getting a taste for what it means to have a “connected car” and so far, it isn’t great: clunky apps from automakers, software that won’t update on an incline, and user data sold off to dozens of companies. DIMO is here to fix this.

The New Web3 Onramps and Products

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:10:00 -0500

DIMO is teaming up with React Network and Layer3 to help bring more users into the world of decentralized physical infrastructure networks.

Get Your Fleet on DIMO

Colin Knudsen — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:49:00 -0500

DIMO for Fleets is here. Over the last year we've primarily focused on bringing DIMO to consumers. Most households in the US have at least two cars, and from the get-go we built the app to support multiple vehicles.

Open Sourcing DIMO Contracts

DIMO Foundation — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 08:45:00 -0500

Today, we are proud to announce that the DIMO Network is open sourcing its core contracts. At DIMO, we are committed to building a decentralized network that is open, transparent and community-driven.

DIMO Welcomes Tyler Hall

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:10:00 -0500

Tyler Hall has joined DIMO as a Strategic Advisor to support the expansion of the app ecosystem and integration marketplace built on top of the network. His focus will be saving DIMO users money and time, while bringing a more diverse ecosystem of services to the network.

Post-Mainnet Hardware Update

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 09:22:00 -0500

Preorders are nearly done (126 left to ship), and the network is beginning to explode with growth.

Introducing the newest DIMO ecosystem partner: Lease End

Colin Knudsen — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:53:00 -0500

Ensuring DIMO users save time and money when it's time to end their vehicle lease

Power to the $DIMO: DIMO Governance Explained

Rob Solomon — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 12:40:00 -0500

If you are a $DIMO token holder, make sure your vote is counted in the upcoming governance vote by delegating your voting power to yourself or someone else by 5PM UTC (12pm EST), on Tuesday, January 10th.

DIMO Insights #2 - How compatible are EVs to your driving habits?

Jeremy Lerner — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 14:19:00 -0500

Following up DIMO Insights #1, we use DIMO data to show that the vast majority of drivers are compatible habits are compatible for EVs.

Bitcourier Interview with DIMO Co-Founder Alex Rawitz

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 13:41:00 -0500

DIMO Co-Founder Alex Rawitz sits down with Chris Beverly @ Bitcourier to talk about the current state and future of DIMO

DIMO Vehicle Valuations: Explained

Colin Knudsen — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 12:56:00 -0500

A deep dive into one of the coolest new features in the DIMO mobile app.

How DIMO Pairing Works

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 09:47:00 -0500

When you connect your car using a DIMO certified Device like the Autopi (for sale now), a process occurs in the background using several smart contracts to establish trust relationships between a user’s wallet, the hardware device, and the vehicle.

$DIMO Explained

Rob Solomon — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:50:00 -0500

What’s the deal with the token and why is DIMO interesting?

Introducing Vehicle Genius: A cost-saving personal assistant at your fingertips

Colin Knudsen — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:54:00 -0500

DIMO is proud to welcome the Vehicle Genius Subscription as the newest app ecosystem product. This subscription is the best way to convert DIMO data into actionable savings and peace of mind.

DIMO Network Launch

DIMO Foundation — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 18:59:00 -0500

Today we’re announcing plans for the mainnet launch of DIMO, including an airdrop, ongoing token issuance, token holder governance, and on-chain vehicle minting and pairing.

DIMO Insights #1 - How real is range anxiety?

DIMO Insights — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 16:46:00 -0500

Range anxiety is a big issue for consumer & fleet adoption of EVs. The DIMO Insights is looking at the data.

DIMO Mobile App: End of Year Releases

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 10:54:00 -0500

Today we’re announcing major feature releases we have lined up for the rest of 2022. Get ready, because we’re beginning to roll out massive updates that will transform the way you interact with DIMO on a daily basis. As always, we’re focused on saving you a ton of money and time and giving you better access to your vehicle data.

Introducing DIMO Explorer: DIMO Network Data Visualized

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 13:37:00 -0500

Explorer provides specific instructions for your make and model and a heads up on what data you will find in the DIMO Mobile app.

DIMO Shop Reopening

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:33:00 -0500

After a summer of navigating supply chains and building great features into the DIMO Mobile app, we’re excited to share the re-opening plan for the DIMO Shop. Let’s cover some updates and upgrades, the phases of reopening, and our new vision for the store.

DIMO Partners with Revolutionary EV Financing Company, Tenet

Colin Knudsen — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0400

This partnership will allow DIMO users to lower their monthly payment on their current EV, or help them get into a new EV at a more affordable monthly payment.

The Movement #7

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:41:00 -0400

Welcome to the 527 new drivers who added their cars to DIMO in the last month! Looking forward to helping you get connected and saving.

🌎 Expanding Ecosystem. New partners are joining the DIMO Ecosystem, increasing the ways that you can save money when you take ownership of your data.
🤑 Total Vehicle Value = $145M. We're starting to track the value of all vehicles connected to DIMO. As big as this number seems, it's just a small measure of the value the network can unlock.
📦 Shipping rolls on. We continue to ramp up, delivering devices and getting users connected.

Hardware Update October 2022

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -0400

In October we cleared 1,000 units shipped in a month for the first time, a 266% increase since inventory first started landing at the warehouse in August. This brings us to a grand total of 2,082 devices shipped out of approximately 4,300 preordered.

Proof of Physical Work: DIMO + Hivemapper

Alex Rawitz — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:45:00 -0400

DIMO Cofounder and Digital Infrastructure Inc COO Alex Rawitz linked up with Hivemapper Founder and CEO Ariel Seidman to discuss how vehicles can be leveraged to build the consumer products and digital infrastructure of the future.

The Movement #6

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:48:00 -0400

Introducing the Fleet Tab in DIMO Mobile

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:07:00 -0400

The control panel for multiple cars. For your family or your business.

DIMO Podcast Activity: Ventures Podcast with Andy Chatham

Colin Knudsen — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 14:57:00 -0400

Digital Infrastructure Inc's co-founder, Andy Chatham, recently went on the Ventures podcast with Will Little to discuss DIMO's interesting past, adventurous present, and ambitious future!

Hardware Update August 2022

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 14:01:00 -0400

We’ve been hard at work over the last few months to make good on our promise of delivering the hardware that DIMO users ordered months ago. We are now ready to ramp up shipping. The bottom line of this update is that things are basically on track from what we announced in May and thousands of users are receiving devices.

The Movement #5

Alex Rawitz — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Hello DIMO Community!

August has flown by and there are big accomplishments to recap as well as some exciting developments to look forward to.

📦 Shipping Picks Up: We're back to shipping DIMO devices! Inventory is now coming in steadily and DIMO devices are shipping out to users.
🚗🚙🚘 Fleet Tab: We shipped a new feature in the mobile app that provides a comprehensive view across vehicles, whether you have 2 cars or 20.
🛣 Roadmap & Future Milestones: We've overhauled the public roadmap and will continue to keep this regularly updated. Check out the Roadmap AMA happening later today.

— The DIMO Core Team

DIMO’s Guide to Upcoming EV Tax Credits

Colin Knudsen — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:16:00 -0400

EV tax credits are coming very very soon! Here’s what you need to know about this historic bill

The Movement #4

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:37:55 -0400

Hello DIMO Community! This past month was all about releasing incredible new features. * 🛣 10 million Connected Miles: DIMO drivers have logged this massive number since we launched. * 📱 Major App Updates: Open Vehicle ID, Glovebox, a new UI, and vehicle controls were added. * 🖼 Vehicle IDs on Polygon: Hundreds of vehicle IDs

DIMO Mobile App: The Summer Season Release

Andy Chatham — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:10:28 -0400

Today we’re announcing a big update that moves us closer to the mainnet launch, and unlocks some key building blocks for the next generation of DIMO apps. Your cars are front-and-center and we’re elevating the data you need to get the most from the vehicles you connect to

Introducing Pods: The DIMO Design System

Ben Kochanowski — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:49:49 -0400

It's time to build apps on DIMO!

The Movement #3

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 18:28:00 -0400

Hello DIMO Community! Check out a recap of all that's happened at DIMO in June: * 📈 We crossed 2,000 connected cars and 25,000 vehicles added to the app. * 📱 Several major app upgrades and new features are on the horizon and close to launch. Improved UX, data portability, and more.

Building on Polygon: DIMO's Vision for web3 Mobility

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:30:20 -0400

Over the next 6 months we’re going to release a number of web3 features for our 10’s of thousands of users: Vehicle NFTs, the $DIMO token issuance, Trip NFTs, and more. DIMO is excited to announce that we’re building these features on Polygon, and we're glad to

Hardware Is Hard, But We’re Close

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 20 May 2022 16:28:30 -0400

DIMO May 2022 Hardware Update To get right to the point, we’ve had a few setbacks that have pushed back our shipping timelines. This won’t impact earnings, if anything it might cause you to earn more. Regardless, we want to get these devices in your hands just as

Understanding Your DIMO Miner and Vehicle Data

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 12 May 2022 06:46:50 -0400

Consider this your 101 in car data! Note, this is not relevant for software connected cars (Smartcar or Tesla connections). Here’s the tldr: * Most data in a car (like what the tire pressure is or whether there is a check engine light) is communicated in a language called the

Should I buy an EV? DIMO + your gas car's data can help you make the big decision.

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 05 May 2022 11:56:12 -0400

Connect your gas car to DIMO, figure out how easy it is to go electric. Connect your EV to make sure you're getting the most out of your investment.

DIMO April Newsletter & Recap

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 02 May 2022 15:31:25 -0400

Hello DIMO Community! What a month it's been since our last newsletter. We're excited to bring you highlight-laden recap of what's been happening in the DIMO-verse. In case you want the short version, here it is: * 📲 We shipped BOTH the iOS [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dimo-mobile/id1589486727] and

Why does DIMO Reward Connected Cars?

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:11:06 -0400

DIMO is building a user-owned connected vehicle platform. The goal is to make it easier for developers to build applications across any vehicle that make mobility cheaper and more efficient. The digital infrastructure for moving objects (DIMO) around the world should be treated as a public good so that users

Launching DIMO Rewards Points

Rob Solomon — Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:14:00 -0400

It's finally here! No, not the $DIMO token...but the first version of the DIMO rewards engine is live and test points are visible in the 1.1.0 mobile app on iOS, with Android coming out very 🔜! ‎DIMO Mobile‎DIMO Mobile is your gateway to the DIMO Network, a

DIMO is Building an OS for the Real World

Kacy Qua — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:18:09 -0400

“Imagine if objects could talk to each other.” I was two weeks deep in an advisory stint with DIMO when I had my first 1:1 chat with Founder and CTO Yevgeny Khessin. The allure of a user-owned network, enabling people to take their data back from companies profiting off

Ride Guides: Community-driven vehicle experts

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 14:23:11 -0400

Introducing Ride Guides, a program that will help DIMO scale to millions of connected vehicles. At DIMO, we've cataloged over 10,000 "Device Definitions"—a standard record of an individual make, model, year of car plus all the styles and trims—and we're still adding to these regularly. Each of

Opening New Lines of Communication

Alex Rawitz — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:38:49 -0400

Connected Vehicle Data Series 4 of 7: Vehicles no longer just send data to the automaker. New lines of communication are opening that will change our ownership and driving experiences. @wiley_19#7828 (DIMO dMedia Contributor) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the last post [https://blog.dimo.zone/the-anatomy-of-connected-vehicles-and-the-data-they-produce/] , we discussed how automakers

DIMO Hardware Update

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:18:54 -0400

Tl:dr: * 😀 Good news: We have been braving the global supply chain bottlenecks, Covid shutdowns in Shenzen, and have come out with a plan that should see very little impact on delivery of units. * 😕 Bad news: We’ve had to postpone the first non-tester deliveries to accommodate a hardware change

From Crude Oil to Digital Oil

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:12:38 -0400

Connected Vehicle Data Series 3 of 7: By now, we know our vehicles collect data. Let’s explore how that data is put to use and who stands to benefit. @wiley_19#7828 (DIMO Media Contributor) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- So far, we’ve learned what your vehicle knows [https://blog.dimo.zone/

Direct Tesla Connect On DIMO Mobile

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:13:57 -0400

Last week, we quietly launched the DIMO Mobile app on the Apple App Store! This unlocks one MASSIVE new feature for our single biggest group of users: Tesla owners can now directly connect their vehicles to DIMO

The DIMO iOS App is Here

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:13:44 -0400

Today we’re launching the DIMO Mobile app on the Apple App Store! Android will be shortly behind, and this post gives users an outline of what they can currently do in the app (a lot!) and what’s coming (way, way more!) Of course the best way to see

The Biggest Month Yet: EU Launch, Mobile App, Native Tesla Support, Rewards

Alex Rawitz — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 11:47:56 -0500

The Biggest Month Yet: EU Launch, Mobile App, Native Tesla Support, Rewards

Shaolin’s Story—DIMO's New Community Manager

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:13:03 -0500

Shaolin’s Story - Journey to DIMO

Digital Infrastructure Inc. Announces $9 Million of Funding to Support Development of DIMO Network & App Ecosystem

Andy Chatham — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 08:30:00 -0500

DIMO Unlocks Next-generation mobility services by allowing users & fleets to take ownership of vehicle data. February 15, 2022 -- Digital Infrastructure Inc, a company focused on building the DIMO [https://dimo.zone/] network, has raised a funding round led by CoinFund, Variant Fund, Slow Ventures, Table Management (Bill Ackman), Wonder

DIMO Has $10mm. What's Next?

Andy Chatham — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 08:30:00 -0500

tl;dr — * Digital Infrastructure Inc, one of the companies building DIMO has raised $9mm from a group of over 50 individuals, funds, and core team members, with another $1mm coming via a presale in which... * Over 2,000 DIMO-Enabled Devices were ordered — blowing away our expectations and allowing us to

DIMO Privacy Zones

Andy Chatham — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 21:53:27 -0500

A new feature to keep your data safe! As a user-owned IoT platform, DIMO is designed to align developers with users. Over a series of posts here in the next couple of months, we’ll show how that is reflected in our approach to personal data privacy, and what users

The Anatomy of Connected Vehicles and the Data They Produce

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:46:37 -0500

Connected Vehicle Data Series 2 of 7: Just as we use our sensory systems to gather information while driving, our vehicles use sensors to collect over 100 data points on the vehicle itself, the environment, and you, the user. @wiley_19#7828 (DIMO Media Contributor) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Successful operation requires the

The Evolution from Classic Cars to Computers on Wheels

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:45:16 -0500

Connected Vehicle Data Series 1 of 7: A quick look at how environmental regulations as well as the commoditization of computing power and sensors have changed vehicles into rich data sources. @wiley_19#7828 (DIMO Media Contributor) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Growing environmental concerns about vehicle emissions in the 1970s led to the

Your Connected Vehicle: A Look Under the Hood

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:43:45 -0500

A five part series examining your connected vehicle, the data it produces, and how it affects you, the owner. @wiley_19#7828 (DIMO Media Contributor) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- At 25 GB per hour of vehicle use, your vehicle generates and shares enough data to fill the storage of a 120 GB iPhone

Road to the $DIMO Token

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:05:00 -0500

Note: This post is outdated. For the latest information on rewards and test points, see this post: Launching DIMO Rewards PointsIt’s finally here! No, not the $DIMO token...but the first version of the DIMO rewards engine is live and test points are visible in the 1.1.0

A New Way to Connect to DIMO

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:05:00 -0500

Summary: * We’re launching the ability to connect cars via SmartCar, a connected vehicle service. * Users who have an active subscription with a connected car app and whose OEM is on the compatibility list [https://smartcar.com/product/compatible-vehicles/] will be able to connect with the DIMO webapp. * If you

Designing Better Organizations

Rob Solomon — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 10:05:00 -0500

Our ability to solve big problems as a human race is only limited by our ability to collaborate with each other. Everything comes down to coordination and we have the chance to do better. You might be familiar with the opaque, somewhat arbitrary, and bureaucratic budget routine corporations go through

How A Car Connects To DIMO

Andy Chatham — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:05:00 -0500

DIMO is a user-owned IoT platform that allows users to maximize the value of their connected assets, starting with cars. Our first product allows drivers to stream vehicle data in exchange for tokens — practically employing Web3 technology to build an open mobility ecosystem. If you’re a driver who wants

How to Get Involved With DIMO

Andy Chatham — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 10:05:00 -0500

DIMO is a multi-disciplinary project. In order to be successful we’ll need to collaborate with mobility, IoT, Automotive, public sector and web3 communities in as many productive ways as possible. Recently, a growing group of internet people have gotten excited about what we’re building so we needed to

Proof-of-Movement

Andy Chatham — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 10:05:00 -0500

How and why DIMO is rewarding drivers for sharing their vehicle data The web3 world has seen an exciting explosion in “X-to-Earn,” a model that rewards network users for their participation. The basic idea: by using and providing value to a network, an individual or organization can earn income or

DIMO x Helium — Future 5G Partner

Alex Rawitz — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:05:00 -0500

A Helium-inspired Future 5G Partner DIMO is building a user-owned IoT platform that allows drivers to stream vehicle data in exchange for connected vehicle services and tokens. Our team has decades of experience operating vehicle fleets for companies like Waymo and Argo.ai, and building connected vehicle software at companies

DIMO Miner Preordering is Open

Andy Chatham — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 10:05:00 -0500

Today we took a big step towards bringing DIMO to the world: you can now preorder a DIMO x AutoPi.io Data Miner and guarantee your position as one of the earliest web3 connected vehicles. We’ve been testing this hardware in our personal vehicles for months and building the

Why the World Needs DIMO

Andy Chatham — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 10:05:00 -0500

DIMO allows users earn tokens for connecting vehicles to an open web3 IoT platform. We’re using this to bootstrap the next generation of mobility applications for electric and automated vehicles. For more detail on what we’re building, you can start here [https://medium.com/dimo-network/digital-infrastructure-for-moving-objects-dimo-4944a49da22d] , or connect

Digital Infrastructure for Moving Objects — [DIMO]

Alex Rawitz — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:05:00 -0500

Welcome to DIMO [http://dimo.zone], where we’re building an open web3 IoT platform. We are focused on enabling: * Vehicle owners to stream data and earn $DIMO tokens * Data consumers to access anonymized data related to battery performance, automated driving systems, traffic, weather, and more. * Developers to build applications