Tag: digitalart

Web3's Creative Boom Needs Rules, Not Rejection: Regulations Unleash Art

Web3's Creative Boom Needs Rules, Not Rejection: Regulations Unleash Art

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It sounds like the future, right? We look forward to an ever more artistically rich future, particularly for the artistic creators across Southeast Asia. That future sounds a bit…shady at the moment. The biggest reason? The Wild West regulatory environment.We hear the cries: regulations kill innovation! I’ll hand it to...

Nike's NFT Fiasco: A Betrayal of the Creative Community?

Nike's NFT Fiasco: A Betrayal of the Creative Community?

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I did an NFT workshop with Anya, one of the most advanced young digital artists I’ve met, originally from Phnom Penh. This meeting happened in early 2022. Her eyes shone with excitement. For her, NFTs were about so much more than jpegs. They were a passport to a global stage,...

5 Ways Ov Finance's GameFi NFTs Empower Southeast Asian Artists

5 Ways Ov Finance's GameFi NFTs Empower Southeast Asian Artists

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The art world needs a shakeup. For far too long, gatekeepers have ruled the industry with an iron fist. Because of this, many brilliant artists, particularly from Southeast Asia, have had to fight for credit and their rightful pay. Ov Finance's foray into GameFi NFTs isn't just another tech trend....

NFT Sales Down, CryptoPunks Up 106%: What's Going On?

NFT Sales Down, CryptoPunks Up 106%: What's Going On?

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For many, the NFT market, once seen as an indomitable force of explosive growth and boundless potential, is now a shadow of that reality. As of this writing, recent figures indicate a precipitous drop in the total NFT sales volume. Conversely, the CryptoPunks collection is witnessing a stunning revival. This...

NFT Market Cools to $89.4 Million as CryptoPunks Buck the Trend

NFT Market Cools to $89.4 Million as CryptoPunks Buck the Trend

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NFT sales have plummeted to one-sixth of the all-time peak at $89.4 million. Even in this recently cooled climate, CryptoPunks have proven themselves to hold a strong position. In fact, sales were up 106% on the year! This divergence is representative of the varied and complicated narrative developing in the...

NFT Sales Plunge, Punks Pump: Is This Web3's Canary in the Coal Mine?

NFT Sales Plunge, Punks Pump: Is This Web3's Canary in the Coal Mine?

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Something feels off. Bitcoin is touching incredible new highs, and the entire crypto ecosystem is flourishing in this bullish environment. As NFT market songs, the chorus sounds quite different. Though overall sales are dropping, CryptoPunks – the pixelated godfathers of profile picture NFTs – appear to be moonwalking. Is this...

CryptoPunks Surge: A Glimmer of Hope for Emerging Artists?

CryptoPunks Surge: A Glimmer of Hope for Emerging Artists?

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Those same Nintendo 64-style avatars, once considered the embarrassing vestige of a faded Web3 trend, are back in the news. Sales are up 106%. At a time where NFT volume across the entire market is down, this seems like… counter intuitive. Is this return truly an indication that the future...

NFT Transfers Simplified: Noves & Mint Blockchain Team Up!

NFT Transfers Simplified: Noves & Mint Blockchain Team Up!

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We know that navigating the NFT space can be like finding your way through an intricate labyrinth, particularly for those just starting out. As blockchain technology gains momentum, simplifying these cumbersome processes is key to broader adoption. That’s great work Mint Blockchain and Noves! Together they are building a powerful...

Noves Partners with Mint Blockchain to Streamline NFT Accessibility

Noves Partners with Mint Blockchain to Streamline NFT Accessibility

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Noves and Mint Blockchain recently unveiled a partnership that seeks to make Non-Fungible Token (NFT) transfers more accessible and user-friendly. As a team, these three partners are seeking to demystify the NFT landscape. In doing so, it empowers users to manage and transfer their digital assets seamlessly, freely and privately...

RTFKT's Vanishing NFTs: A $2800 Lesson in Web3's Broken Promises?

RTFKT's Vanishing NFTs: A $2800 Lesson in Web3's Broken Promises?

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Well, your $2800 NFT just became a digital black hole. How does that make you feel? Angry? Defeated? Welcome to the club. RTFKT’s Clone X and Animus NFT images have recently disappeared, leaving just a spooky black screen. This deeply disturbing shift should send shockwaves to anyone who is interested...

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...

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...

Schiff's Crypto Ban: Is He Protecting Us or Silencing Innovation?

Senator Adam Schiff's proposed crypto ban, the COIN Act, aimed at preventing the President (read: Donald Trump) from dabbling in digital assets, raises a critical question: Is this genuine protection against corruption, or a veiled attempt to stifle innovation, especially for emerging markets? Let's be real, the optics are terrible....

Civitas Goes Immutable: Faster, Cheaper, and Gas-Free Trading!

Civitas is making a massive leap into the future of blockchain gaming, so join us! As an official partner of Immutable’s, our competitive game officially migrated from Ethereum to the Immutable zkEVM. This change will transform the Civitas experience for players all over the world. This new transition brings with...