Proof-of-Woof: DAIKO’s Smart Leash Turns Dog Walking Into Web3 Opportunity
DAIKO, a pet-tech startup, is leveraging blockchain technology to transform the mundane task of dog walking into a Web3-enabled activity. Their RFID-equipped smart leash tracks walks, waste collection, and vet visits, converting these actions into on-chain rewards. Founder David Byrne sees this as an organic entry point for crypto adoption: "It’s physical, repetitive, emotional—and the behavior’s already there."
The project has attracted 30,000 community members despite a 2025 product launch timeline. The model mirrors fitness tracking’s evolution from novelty to mainstream—except rewards come in crypto micro-deposits rather than digital badges. DAIKO’s approach exemplifies how Web3 can integrate with existing routines rather than demanding behavioral changes.
