On a visit in September last year to Jakarta I met a wonderful young artist who is making waves – Anya. She’s super talented, creating these moody, almost ethereal digital art works based on Indonesian myth. Anya put everything that she had into her art, and she was reaching a...
Add in the birth of “NFT casinos”—aka, let’s be honest here, crypto casinos—and a decentralized future arrives, full of potential and on the cusp of revolutionizing everything. Let’s ask a critical question: Whose future are we celebrating? If not, are we really empowering Southeast Asian artists, or just remaking exploitation...
Let's face it, when we hear about UK crypto regulation, Southeast Asian artists probably aren't the first thing that springs to mind. That's precisely where the opportunity lies. Creating out-of-the-box connections is essential. Smart regulation in one corner of the globe can send a positive ripple effect around the world,...
The US is talking crypto rules, again. But before you groan about stifled innovation, consider this: these regulations could be a launchpad, not a roadblock, for the vibrant art scene brewing in Southeast Asia. Now picture that surprise connection. Washington’s policy experts are making it harder to keep the future...
The smell of potential is thick in the air, right? Blockchain and crypto was once viewed as niche technology. Today, they are taking off quickly in surprising parts of the world—in particular, Southeast Asia. I’ve experienced the hustle and creativity of the artists using NFTs to sidestep traditional gatekeepers and...
The UK’s push to crack down on crypto, hand-in-hand with the US, may feel far removed from Southeast Asian creators. Don't be fooled. It’s underpinned by the notion that this isn’t just about London boardrooms; it shouldn’t just empower creatives in our backyards, but those in emerging markets.Think of it...
This isn't just another blockchain funding announcement. So much of this story is about real people, real art, and real opportunity blossoming all throughout Southeast Asia. Ika’s strategic investment from the Sui Foundation, alongside the strength of the Sui blockchain, are the backbone supporting this exciting growth. Forget the technical...
Crypto revolution isn’t just a Wall Street and Silicon Valley thing. It’s the story of all the real people, communities, and opportunities that are flowering in the underappreciated corners of our globe. I’m sure that Southeast Asia is going to be among the biggest beneficiaries, particularly for its dynamic creative...
Southeast Asian artists are in the middle of an unprecedented renaissance. An invisible insurrection, powered by algorithms and imagination. It requires one big catalyst, and that catalyst may just be – wait for it – crypto legislation. I know, this one sounds as riveting as watching grass grow, huh? I...
Is the future of Southeast Asian art being written in Seattle? It sounds absurd, right? AGII's recent AI integration into its Web3 platform might be the most significant development you haven't heard about. Put aside the buzz of celebrity NFTs; this is truly about democratizing opportunity for artists that have...
