Tag: digital assets

Sequence & Magic Eden: Are We Building a Web3 Monopoly?

Sequence & Magic Eden: Are We Building a Web3 Monopoly?

• Commentary

The press releases announcing the new Sequence / Magic Eden partnership have only recently started landing on the streets. A feeling of foreboding has begun to settle over the Web3 ecosystem. The idea of easier development, immediate access to distribution and consolidated user experiences all seem tempting. Scratch beneath the...

Web3 Regulation The Shocking Truth No One Wants You To Know

Web3 Regulation The Shocking Truth No One Wants You To Know

• Commentary

Have we just doomed our golden goose to an untimely end? Never a dull moment in the world of cryptocurrencies and Web3 that is for sure – self-regulation vs. From a consumer door to a technical security one, everyone’s focused on consumer protection, financial stability, and security. Sounds great, right?...

Are Multi-Utility NFTs the SEC's Next Target? A Regulatory Deep Dive

Are Multi-Utility NFTs the SEC's Next Target? A Regulatory Deep Dive

• Commentary

That picture has already changed faster than a Bored Ape on a mood swing. You might recall a time when NFTs were little more than JPEGs going for millions. Now, we’re starting to see multi-utility NFTs – digital assets that provide full spectrum revenue sharing access to physical goods. Projects...

NFTs Evolve: Multi-Utility is the New Standard

NFTs Evolve: Multi-Utility is the New Standard

• Facts

This world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) is evolving quickly. What originally was an area of digital collectibles has quickly changed to include multi-utility assets. DeliciousNFT.com helps you separate the hype from reality. It immerses you in the thrilling revolution of the decentralized universe, providing you with a truly visceral experience...

Pudgy Penguins in Alice: Is Interoperability the Web3 Savior?

Pudgy Penguins in Alice: Is Interoperability the Web3 Savior?

• Commentary

Pudgy Penguins waddling into My Neighbor Alice – adorable, isn’t it? Maybe too cute. While the Web3 world celebrates another partnership seemingly designed to unlock interoperability, I can't help but feel a knot of anxiety tightening in my stomach. Are we so blinded by the shiny promise of seamless asset...

The Shocking Loophole in Experience NFTs You Need to Know

The Shocking Loophole in Experience NFTs You Need to Know

• Commentary

I've been covering blockchain for years, and while I'm excited about its potential, I'm increasingly concerned about the dark corners being carved out by unregulated innovation. Experience NFTs — tokens that grant access to IRL and virtual experiences — are the newest frontier. Beneath this shiny veneer of all-access VIP...

South Korea's Digital Asset Act Paves the Way for National Stablecoin

South Korea's Digital Asset Act Paves the Way for National Stablecoin

• Regulation

South Korea is taking a dramatic leap forward in the digital finance space. They’ve introduced the Digital Asset Basic Act, allowing domestic firms to issue stablecoins. This bill, championed by the Democratic Party and under the leadership of President Lee Jae-myung, aims to create a clear and regulated framework for...

SEC's Crypto Overhaul: Will It Unleash Southeast Asia's Web3 Potential?

SEC's Crypto Overhaul: Will It Unleash Southeast Asia's Web3 Potential?

• Commentary

Paul Atkins' call for a crypto policy overhaul at the SEC isn't just about Wall Street. It's about the forgotten voices of Southeast Asia. While the US debates becoming the "crypto capital," a vibrant Web3 revolution is already brewing in the region, and the SEC's actions could either fuel its...

Pepe Coin Surges, Threatening Shiba Inu's Second-Largest Meme Coin Position

Pepe Coin Surges, Threatening Shiba Inu's Second-Largest Meme Coin Position

• NFT Drops

Pepe Coin ($PEPE) growth and momentum has been nothing short of spectacular. As the current third-largest meme coin by market capitalization, it may soon be on track to overtake Shiba Inu ($SHIB) for the second-largest meme coin in the market. In just the past 30 days, $PEPE has climbed an...

DOOD Token Frenzy: Is This the Future or Just Another Hype Cycle?

DOOD Token Frenzy: Is This the Future or Just Another Hype Cycle?

• Commentary

The Doodles NFT market is buzzing. As a result, sales have leapt and trading volume is through the roof. Understandably, everyone is scrambling to register for the DOOD token airdrop ahead of the 4 p.m. ET deadline. Binance, KuCoin, OKX – they’re all queuing up to list it. Sounds like...

Japan's "New Capitalism 2025" Plan Signals Regulatory Embrace of Bitcoin and Web3

Japan is strategically positioning itself as a global leader in digital innovation with its updated "New Capitalism 2025" plan, released on April 13. Taken together, this plan represents a major regulatory turning point event toward welcoming Bitcoin and Web3 technologies. The initiative aims to leverage digital assets to solve social...

Japan's Bitcoin Revolution: A Boon for Artists and Web3 Creators?

Is Japan on the verge of accidentally unleashing a tsunami of creative destruction and financial liberation onto the rest of the emerging markets? I know this seems like a tall order, but hear me out. Japan’s regulatory change to officially recognize Bitcoin as a financial product. This step is a...

5 Ways This Crypto Bill Empowers Southeast Asian Artists, Not Wall Street

Let’s be honest, when you hear about crypto regulation, your first thought probably isn't Southeast Asian artists finding new avenues for creative expression. Surely visions of Wall Street honchos and inscrutable derivatives dance in your head. Well, what if I told you that the Senate’s Banking Committee just released their...

Senate Republicans Forge Ahead on Crypto Market Structure Framework

Republican senators working on a new framework for digital assets legislation, riding the positive bipartisan wave in the Senate as of late. This announcement follows the Senate’s passage of a bill to regulate stablecoins last week. It was passing with overwhelming bipartisan support.Senators Tim Scott, Cynthia Lummis, Thom Tillis, and...

Crypto's 'Light-Touch' Regulation Gamble Will It Protect You?

The Senate Committee’s proposed “light-touch” regulatory framework for crypto is a long high-stakes poker game. Are we all truly holding a winning hand, or are we collectively bluffing our way into a future financial crisis? It’s a question every investor, every innovator, and frankly, every citizen should want to know....

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Mainstream Moment?

Donald Trump Jr.’s scheduled keynote address at KBW2025 is raising eyebrows and inspiring intense discussion across the Web3 ecosystem. He’s just a high-profile guy shaking things up in the crypto world. His presence further exemplifies the increasing importance of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the traditional economy. Does...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Punk Rock Moment or Sellout?

Or I think about Nandar, a wonderful Burmese artist that I met in Yangon, sharing with me her latest NFT collection. Each work exploded with vivid imagery, bravely fighting back against the junta’s repressive hold. She began selling them directly to supporters around the world, allowing her to cleverly sidestep...

KBW2025: Is Trump Jr. Web3's Trojan Horse or its Savior?

Donald Trump Jr. at Korea Blockchain Week? It's a head-scratcher, isn't it? About as easy as locating a MAGA hat at a Burning Man soirée. Before we put this down as just another short-lived publicity stunt, let’s take a closer look at what this could IoTally Web3 means. Cynical ploy...