Dabba Network Launches Mainnet On 15th April

How Dabba Network Evolved Into a DePIN Project

Dabba Network began in 2017 as WiFi Dabba Inc., an internet service provider focused on low-cost public WiFi in underserved areas across India. Founded by Karam Lakshman and Shubhendu Sharma, the company started with a single Raspberry Pi hotspot in Bengaluru and expanded by partnering with local operators and retailers.

Over the years, the network scaled to thousands of hotspots, supported public WiFi initiatives, and contributed to telecom policy discussions aimed at improving broadband access.

In 2023, Dabba shifted to a DePIN model on Solana, building a decentralized broadband marketplace where global participants can fund and lease hotspots. The project raised $5 million from Y Combinator, Multicoin Capital, and Borderless Capital. Following a testnet launch on March 31, 2026, the network now goes live with its mainnet and $DBT token, completing the tokenization of its existing infrastructure.

Dabba’s Shift to Tokenized Broadband Infrastructure

With the mainnet launch, the $DBT token powers a decentralized hotspot leasing system. Token holders can fund and lease virtual hotspots to local operators, earning returns tied to broadband usage rather than purely speculative incentives.

This model connects onchain coordination with real-world infrastructure, aiming to scale broadband access while generating revenue-backed returns. The approach differs from many DePIN projects that launch before deploying physical assets.

What to Watch Next

Key areas to watch include early $DBT trading performance, exchange listings, and initial liquidity in the first few days. Another focus is how quickly existing WiFi hotspots transition onchain and contribute to network activity. Longer term, the project’s impact will depend on whether real usage and broadband revenue scale alongside token adoption.