WAGOI will be the first DePin app for vehicle data on the Polkadot Hub (Asset Hub)
Problem
96% of all cars are connected, yet drivers have zero control over their own data. Car manufacturers monetize this data, with projections estimating a $750 billion market.
With the EU Data Act (Nov 2025) mandating that consumers must have access to their vehicle data, the industry is at a tipping point. Car manufacturers will no longer be gatekeepers, creating a massive opportunity for a decentralized solution like WAGOI.
Solution
WAGOI empowers vehicle owners to reclaim control over their vehicle data. It enables drivers to securely manage, share, and monetize their data while ensuring compliance with EU regulations like the EU Data Act and GDPR.
WAGOI provides blockchain-based provenance for vehicle data, ensuring verifiable and tamper-proof records. We combine Self-Sovereign Identities (SSI) with machine identity DIDs and at the same time, we will be using AssetHub for smart contracts.
Key Advantages for Polkadot
Why support this Proposal?
More information
Our project, including our first milestone & budget (282K), is written down in detail in attached document https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WR211n11WR8jpGxITJi5ulEmLpeWaL3SVV4D1_1dLdw/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0
I know… the document is 20 pages long. And yes, some parts—like the legislation—might feel a bit dry. But in our case, it’s crucial. Without regulations like the EU Data Act, our business case wouldn’t even exist…
WAGOI has firmly established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, proudly standing alongside industry giants as a member of FISITA and contributing to INATBA and MyData. We have a strong foundation in both automotive and blockchain. Mario Schraepen, a serial entrepreneur with over 7 years of experience in the automotive sector, is the founder. As a distinguished alumnus of the PBA in Hong Kong, founder of PolkaBiz, and an active contributor to the Polkadot ecosystem, Mario brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of innovation.
We believe this is the perfect business use case to show the world—and the EU regulators—that blockchain isn’t just for speculation. It’s for real-world solutions ! And with the EU Data Act taking effect in November 2025, I think this is a rare opportunity to leverage regulation to our advantage.
WAGOI is a new app that will help car owners control their own car data. Most cars today are connected, but drivers don't have control over their data. Car makers make money from this data, and it's a big market worth $750 billion. Soon, new rules in the European Union will say that people must have access to their car data, which is a big chance for WAGOI.
WAGOI will use a special technology called blockchain to make sure car data is safe and can't be changed. It will work with rules like the EU Data Act and GDPR to make sure everything is done the right way. WAGOI will be the first app like this on the Polkadot Hub, which is a place for new apps.
WAGOI is good for Polkadot because it follows EU rules, which will make people trust it more. It will also make a lot of value for drivers and others in the car world. WAGOI is working with big car companies, which will help more people use Polkadot's technology.
People should support WAGOI because it will change the car data market and give control back to drivers. It will also help Polkadot be more popular in the car and mobility world. WAGOI's plan and budget are in a big document, but it's important to read because it talks about how the new rules will help WAGOI's business.
WAGOI is a big part of the car world and works with other groups like FISITA, INATBA, and MyData. The founder, Mario Schraepen, has a lot of experience in cars and blockchain, which will help WAGOI be successful. WAGOI wants to show that blockchain can be used for real-world problems, not just for making money. The new rules in the EU will help WAGOI take advantage of this chance.
WAGOI will be the first DePin app for vehicle data on the Polkadot Hub (Asset Hub)
Problem
96% of all cars are connected, yet drivers have zero control over their own data. Car manufacturers monetize this data, with projections estimating a $750 billion market.
With the EU Data Act (Nov 2025) mandating that consumers must have access to their vehicle data, the industry is at a tipping point. Car manufacturers will no longer be gatekeepers, creating a massive opportunity for a decentralized solution like WAGOI.
Solution
WAGOI empowers vehicle owners to reclaim control over their vehicle data. It enables drivers to securely manage, share, and monetize their data while ensuring compliance with EU regulations like the EU Data Act and GDPR.
WAGOI provides blockchain-based provenance for vehicle data, ensuring verifiable and tamper-proof records. We combine Self-Sovereign Identities (SSI) with machine identity DIDs and at the same time, we will be using AssetHub for smart contracts.
Key Advantages for Polkadot
Why support this Proposal?
More information
Our project, including our first milestone & budget (282K), is written down in detail in attached document https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WR211n11WR8jpGxITJi5ulEmLpeWaL3SVV4D1_1dLdw/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0
I know… the document is 20 pages long. And yes, some parts—like the legislation—might feel a bit dry. But in our case, it’s crucial. Without regulations like the EU Data Act, our business case wouldn’t even exist…
WAGOI has firmly established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, proudly standing alongside industry giants as a member of FISITA and contributing to INATBA and MyData. We have a strong foundation in both automotive and blockchain. Mario Schraepen, a serial entrepreneur with over 7 years of experience in the automotive sector, is the founder. As a distinguished alumnus of the PBA in Hong Kong, founder of PolkaBiz, and an active contributor to the Polkadot ecosystem, Mario brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of innovation.
We believe this is the perfect business use case to show the world—and the EU regulators—that blockchain isn’t just for speculation. It’s for real-world solutions ! And with the EU Data Act taking effect in November 2025, I think this is a rare opportunity to leverage regulation to our advantage.
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