Tag: blockchain

Drink-to-Earn: Is NFT Sparkling Water the Future of Loyalty?

Drink-to-Earn: Is NFT Sparkling Water the Future of Loyalty?

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My company Rekt Brands recently released a new product, “Abstract Apple,” a sparkling water that’s infused with adaptogens and nootropics. They’ve tied this awesome new product to the colorful world of NFTs and crypto rewards. This move raises a critical question: Is this a glimpse into the future of brand...

NFTCulture Enters TCG Arena: Cardcore.xyz Launches!

NFTCulture Enters TCG Arena: Cardcore.xyz Launches!

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NFTCulture, known for its action and insights into all things decentralized, is taking a huge step into the Trading Card Game (TCG) world. To start this amazing journey, they’re releasing Cardcore.xyz. It’s an exciting move that showcases a further investment in the innovation behind blockchain-based TCGs and their promise to...

Web3 Games are Evolving, and Southeast Asia Will Lead the Charge

Web3 Games are Evolving, and Southeast Asia Will Lead the Charge

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Let’s face it, the first wave of enthusiasm for Web3 was pretty cringeworthy. Recall all those folks who were desperately trying to shoehorn blockchain into every single business model. Here’s what’s exciting — a quiet revolution, if you like — is taking place. And it's not happening in Silicon Valley...

Cardcore.xyz Set to Revolutionize Web3 Engagement Through NFT-Based TCGs

Cardcore.xyz Set to Revolutionize Web3 Engagement Through NFT-Based TCGs

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Perhaps the biggest factor in Web3’s future engagement will rest on the triumph of emergent NFT-native games. Platforms such as Cardcore.xyz are now starting to take the charge on this front, integrating and connecting digital collectibles alongside highly competitive gameplay. This industry-first approach completely changes how users interact with Web3...

NFT TCGs are Here to Stay, But Regulation Remains the Wild Card

NFT TCGs are Here to Stay, But Regulation Remains the Wild Card

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Look, I get it. You're probably tired of hearing about NFTs. As pixelated punks and bored apes dance in your head, perhaps accompanied by the faint whiff of rug pulls, do not dismiss NFT Trading Card Games (TCGs) at your peril. They aren’t a fad. More than anything else, they...

US Stablecoin Lag: Ripple CEO's Urgent Call to Action

US Stablecoin Lag: Ripple CEO's Urgent Call to Action

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The United States now risks being left behind in the global race to regulate stablecoins. The lack of action may bring about dire economic and geopolitical effects. Meanwhile, other countries and regions—including the European Union—are leading the way, adopting robust frameworks. At the same time, lack of regulatory clarity in...

5 Ways US Stablecoin Stagnation Hurts Southeast Asia's Crypto Artists

5 Ways US Stablecoin Stagnation Hurts Southeast Asia's Crypto Artists

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You see, stablecoins, as you might imagine, a lot of times we hear about these in the lens of Wall Street and the institutional investor. Take a moment to think about the real human beings who fall victim to U.S. regulation. As a result, their lives continue to be deeply...

Nexon's MapleStory NFT Rush: A Test Case for Web3 Gaming Regulation?

Nexon's MapleStory NFT Rush: A Test Case for Web3 Gaming Regulation?

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Nexon's bold dive into the NFT space with MapleStory Universe (MSU) is more than just a digital land grab. It's a flashing neon sign pointing to the urgent need for Web3 gaming regulation. The MSU Scroll NFTs flew off the virtual shelves in a flash. In just the first eight...

MapleStory Universe Sells Out! What's Next for Web3 Gaming?

MapleStory Universe Sells Out! What's Next for Web3 Gaming?

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Web3 gaming is changing quickly and we’re excited that you’ll be along for the ride! The recent success of MapleStory Universe (MSU) illustrates the potential and the challenges of integrating blockchain technology into existing gaming franchises. Within only eight hours of its public mint on May 6th, MapleStory Universe has...

MapleStory Universe: Is Nexon Building a Web3 Future for Southeast Asia?

MapleStory Universe: Is Nexon Building a Web3 Future for Southeast Asia?

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Alright, MapleStory Universe taking Web3 out of the game with NFTs? I get it, I get it, the eye-roll is audible almost as a chorus. Today, NFTs are often associated with major speculative bubbles and a big environmental footprint, and the gaming community is largely skeptical. Before we completely dismiss...

Solana's New Tokens: Are Whales Manipulating HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN?

In short, are we just seeing Wild West 2.0, but on Solana blockchain this time? Assets such as HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN soared in the third week of May 2025. Their increase has been astronomical to say the least. But behind the flashy headlines and impressive daily transaction volumes, a...

Solana's Hottest Tokens: HOTMOM, DOOD, IKUN - May 2025 Watchlist

No matter where you look, the Solana ecosystem is absolutely teeming with new crypto tokens, all clamoring for your newfound investment dollars. DeliciousNFT.com is here to cut through the noise and deliver a data-driven analysis of three trending tokens: HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN. We'll dissect their market dynamics, whale activity,...

Atkins' SEC Promise: Is 'Regulation by Enforcement' Really Ending?

What new SEC Chair Paul Atkins has in mind is nothing short of a revolution – a simple yet bold US crypto asset policy modernization. His commitment? To stop regulation by enforcement and bring in an age of clear, observable rulemaking. It sounds fantastic, doesn't it? Almost as good feeling...

SEC's Crypto Overhaul: Atkins Vows End to 'Regulation by Enforcement'

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been under fire for its regulatory approach to the cryptocurrency space. Critics call its approach to enforcement “regulation by enforcement.” SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, better known as “Crypto Mom,” has been calling for a more sensible and visionary regulatory approach. She is not...

NFTs Empower Artists in Southeast Asia Here's How

The art world—as it exists today—for far too long, has been a gilded cage. Curators, galleries and rich patrons—gatekeepers every one. Southeast Asia as a whole is teeming with artistic talent that just isn’t exposed or recognized on the world stage. An incredible transformation is underway in this dynamic community....

BlackRock & SEC Discuss Crypto: Staking, Tokenization Future?

BlackRock, one of the world's largest asset managers, has been actively engaging with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on critical aspects of the cryptocurrency market. Our conversations largely center on crypto Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs), staking, and tokenization. Taken together, they signal a big change in how we will...

BlackRock's ETH ETF Staking: Will It Spark a Crypto Revolution?

Now the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, is making waves in the crypto world with its Ethereum ETF staking proposal. The firm's move to explore staking within an Ethereum ETF has the potential to reshape the digital asset landscape, sparking both excitement and scrutiny. DeliciousNFT.com is going behind-the-scenes to give...