DePIN Innovation in Flight Tracking: Wingbits Bridges Web2 and Web3

Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) promise real-world utility for crypto, yet few projects deliver tangible solutions. Wingbits emerges as a standout exception, leveraging blockchain incentives to disrupt the $100M+ flight-tracking industry dominated by Web2 players like FlightAware.

The project taps into a network of aviation enthusiasts who currently operate ADS-B receivers without compensation. By tokenizing data contributions, Wingbits creates a sustainable alternative to centralized platforms that profit from crowdsourced hardware while offering minimal rewards to participants.

This model demonstrates how crypto-native incentives can realign value distribution in established industries—a case study for DePIN’s potential when solving verifiable real-world problems rather than hypothetical use cases.