Xon has improved on this, by extending XenForo_Model_Counters, removing the need for additional item caching.
This removes the cron requirements.
Update Instructions:
Upload the files from the zip
Install the update via the XML file
Post Upgrade:
There are some redundant files and folders which can now be deleted
library/DailyStats/ControllerAdmin/DailyStats.php
library/DailyStats/ControllerPublic/DailyStats.php
library/DailyStats/CronEntry/