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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...

MapleStory Universe Surpasses 300,000 NFTs Minted Ahead of Game Launch

MapleStory Universe Surpasses 300,000 NFTs Minted Ahead of Game Launch

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MapleStory Universe (MSU) is continuing to build massive momentum ahead of its first-game launch. The public MSU Scroll NFT mint started on May 6th and will run until May 12th. In just the first half day, the platform had over 300,000 NFTs minted.Nexon’s inaugural title in the MapleStory Universe, MapleStory...

MapleStory's Gasless Gamble Is Web3's Future Or a Regulatory Nightmare?

MapleStory's Gasless Gamble Is Web3's Future Or a Regulatory Nightmare?

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Nexon’s MapleStory Universe is already taking the industry by storm with its recent Henesys Chain. This sharded Layer 1 blockchain aims to provide gasless transactions and launches permissioned NFT functionality. Built on Avalanche and powered by AvaCloud, it’s an ambitious move, to be sure. Is it really a stroke of...

MapleStory Universe: Henesys Chain Launches! What It Means

MapleStory Universe: Henesys Chain Launches! What It Means

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MapleStory is no longer just leveling up by standing still and grinding monsters to powder. The launch of the Henesys Chain is an exciting first step into the blockchain space. Today, MapleStory players can experience gasless transactions, true NFT ownership, and an entirely new economic dimension to explore! Get ready...

MapleStory Universe Unveils Henesys Chain, a Custom Layer 1 Blockchain

MapleStory Universe Unveils Henesys Chain, a Custom Layer 1 Blockchain

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MapleStory Universe is pleased to announce the official launch of Henesys Chain. This custom-built Layer 1 blockchain was created specifically to fuel its dynamic web3 gaming platform. Built on Avalanche’s AvaCloud tech, Henesys Chain is designed for scalability, inclusive participation, transparency, and decentralization. The network vision is to create a...

MapleStory's Henesys Chain Empowers Artists Or Just Another Crypto Ploy?

MapleStory's Henesys Chain Empowers Artists Or Just Another Crypto Ploy?

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Is Nexon really building a new metaverse for creators, or trying to hop on the Web3 trend? The answer to that question is what’s been buzzing around in my head ever since the Henesys Chain launch. We can’t wait to add your voice to the mix! Its artists-first layer 1...

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...

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....