Tag: metaverse

NFTs Aren't Dead, They're Evolving

NFTs Aren't Dead, They're Evolving

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Let’s face it, once the NFT market cooled down after the 2021 boom, you couldn’t escape the headlines shouting that ”NFTs are dead!” We were dazzled by those celebrity endorsements, the meter sales figures, and the promises of a smart, digital revolution. Then… poof. The floor prices of former blue...

Meta Earth's Dubai Launch: 3 Reasons Why It Matters, 1 Reason to Worry

Meta Earth's Dubai Launch: 3 Reasons Why It Matters, 1 Reason to Worry

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The Dubai sun glimmers like thousands of diamonds, and so does the promise of Meta Earth. Token2049 Dubai is electric right now, and Meta Earth, the new modular blockchain project, is squarely at the center of it all. They’re not just attending, either—they’re a Golden Meadow title sponsor, splashing out...

Zora's NFT Surge: A Glimpse into Web3's Decentralized Future?

Zora's NFT Surge: A Glimpse into Web3's Decentralized Future?

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Here’s what happened Jesse Pollak’s innocuous retweet was the match that lit the ZORA fire. Is this simply another pump-and-dump, or does it indicate something much more meaningful about the future of Web3? I hope it’s the latter, but there would be a huge regulatory asterisk attached.Why Zora's Surge Really...

Web3 Game LOL Land Gears Up for Launch on Abstract Chain

Web3 Game LOL Land Gears Up for Launch on Abstract Chain

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Developed as a family-friendly browser-based board game for casual web3 users, LOL Land has plans to officially launch on April 15. In short, LOL Land, our first consumer-facing product, is built on Abstract Chain, consumer-friendly Layer 2. It was central to Yield Guild Games’ (YGG) strategy to create captivating web3...

Is Jackson Sharkz NFT Giveaway a Web3 Game Changer?

Is Jackson Sharkz NFT Giveaway a Web3 Game Changer?

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The Web3 space is rife with empty promises. Jackson.io is causing a massive ripple with their newest “Jackson Sharkz NFT Giveaway” in this overfished sea. The giveaway on X, drawing over 10,000 participants in just three days, begs the question: is this genuine innovation, or just another cleverly disguised marketing...

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 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....

Immutable's Gamble: Will Gas-Free Trading Save Web3 Gaming?

Yet the hype around Web3 gaming is real, offering gamers true digital ownership and player-driven economies. Let’s get real: that promise usually meets a very different fate. High gas fees and a clunky user experience can quickly derail those intentions. Immutable is taking a big bet with its zkEVM and...