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Revolutionizing E-commerce: Shopify and Thirdweb Unveil New Toolkit to Integrate Web3 Technology

CommerceKit will assist developers in integrating web3 features into e-commerce apps while avoiding the complexities of blockchain technology. Quick Take: CommerceKit Simplifies Web3 Integration for E-Commerce Shopify and web3 infrastructure startup Thirdweb have partnered to launch CommerceKit. The web3 app developer toolkit enables the integration of web3 capabilities into e-commerce applications. CommerceKit will allow developers

Anvi Saini

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Danny Cole’s ’Crowd’ NFT Collection Sets New Record with 38K Sales

The latest NFT open edition is Danny Cole’s ”Crowd,” which is part of his Creature World NFT project and has sold more than 38,045 copies so far. OpenSea hosts the Crowd collection, which is the most talked-about project in the space right now. At 0.29 ETH per NFT, the digital collectible open edition mints brought

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Bicasso: How Binance’s AI Art Generator is Disrupting NFT Monetization

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, recently launched Bicasso, an AI art generator. The seamless NFT minting capability of Bicasso sets it apart from other AI art generators. So, once you’ve finished your masterpiece, you can mint it as an NFT and monetize it. Previously, creating art and minting it as an NFT were two

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PROOF Unveils Q1 Plans for Moonbirds in Video Release

PROOF Founders Kevin Rose and Justin Mezzell reveal exciting plans for Moonbirds Q1 through a lengthy YouTube video. The clip highlights what’s in store for the non-fungible token (NFT) brand. For those that don’t have an hour free to watch the video, here’s a quick low-down: Quick Takes: Unveiling Moonbirds’ Vision for the Digital Renaissance The

Leah Waters

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NFT Sales Soar to $2B in Feb—Blur’s a Significant Driver

According to data by DappRadar, non-fungible token (NFT) sales volumes soared in February to highs not seen since the Terra crash last Spring. Quick Take: Top Causes of Last Month’s NFT Rise Last month, trading in the NFT market exceeded $2.04B, showcasing a 117% increase from January’s $941M. Thus, making February the most successful month

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VeeFriends Unveils Limited Edition Cap Collaboration with Bart Bridge

Hats off to the OG non-fungible token (NFT) project, VeeFriends, for partnering with Bart Bridge: a unique California-based fashion brand founded by VeeFriends holders. Quick Take: Why Custom Cap Patches Meet NFT-Designs Bart Bridge is an independent fashion brand in the California Bay Area that sews custom patches and badges on hats to form a

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Promoting Fair Competition in Metaverses: EU Commissioner’s Call to Action

During a speech in Brussels earlier today, The European Union’s Commissioner for Competition and Digital Affairs, Margrethe Vestager, expressed the need for promoting fair competition in metaverses. Quick Take: Why the EU Commissioner Touches Upon the Metaverse At Brussel’s Keystone Conference, Vestager acknowledged the importance of having a stable digital economy through metaverses. Metaverses involve online interactions within

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Disney-Backed Baobab Studios Debuts ’Momoguro’ NFTs

Baobab Studios — the famous Hollywood-based creators of award-winning short films and for collaborating with Disney — are expanding their horizons to the world of Web3 with its new family-friendly non-fungible token (NFT) project, ”Momoguro”. Quick Take: Sneak Peek About Momoguro NFTs Momoguro is a spectacular, vibrant role-playing game (RPG) in the Web3 world where

Leah Waters

Web3

Everything You Need to Know About Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs

Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs are experiencing a significant surge in popularity, and it’s no wonder, with OG non-fungible token (NFT) artists like Frank from DeGods and Bored Ape’s Yuga Labs joining the new trend. Ordinals are a new protocol that offers a unique method of creating and minting NFTs on the Bitcoin blockchain for the world’s

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Anthony Hopkins Drops Iconic NFT Collection in the Metaverse

Sir Anthony Hopkins, the legendary British actor and director, recently announced a fresh series of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) at the NFT Paris event. At 85 years old, Hopkins expressed his fascination with blockchain technology and the metaverse. Plus the actor acknowledges its significance despite his advanced age. Quick Take: Hopkins’ Second NFT Collection To begin,

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Web3

Bored Ape’s Yuga Labs Introduce First Bitcoin NFTs, TwelveFold

The NFT world just got even more exciting! Last night, the $4B non-fungible token (NFT) company Yuga Labs — responsible for the world-famous NFT collection Bored Ape Yacht Club — revealed it is launching a brand spanking new NFT project. Consequently, TwelveFold is set to join the latest trend by dropping on the Blockchain network

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RTFKT and Ledger Announce Innovative Educational Partnership

RTFKT and Ledger announced at NFT Paris that they are forging together to produce a holistic blockchain learning experience. Thanks to their new educational materials, customers can protect their non-fungible tokens (NFTs) alongside other digital assets for better self-custody. Quick Take: The Need for RTFKT and Ledger’s Partnership RTFKT is a leading fashion and collectibles

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Ukrainian Family Hosted by British Politician to Launch NFT Art for Charity

A Ukrainian family that are staying with British politician, Matt Hancock, are launching NFT art today with the profits going to the Care International charity. Quick Take About the Ukrainian Family’s Artwork Oleg Mischenko is a Ukrainian artist and member of National Union of Artists in Ukraine. Him, alongside his family who are staying in British

Ross Wardrop

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Playboy Announce Plans to Launch ’MetaMansion’ Virtual World This Year

American magazine, Playboy, are hoping to launch their ’MetaMansion’ virtual world in the metaverse this year, according to a DeCrypt interview with the company’s web3 lead, Liz Suman. Quick Takes About the Launch of MetaMansion It has been confirmed by the magazine’s Web3 Lead, Liz Suman, that they plan to launch a metaverse experience called

Ross Wardrop

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Winner of Dookey Dash Sells Golden Key for $3M

Since Bored Ape Yacht Club released Dookey Dash — an innovative play-to-earn game on the blockchain — the non-fungible token (NFT) community has shown excitement. As a result, the winner of the game’s grand prize, Mongraal, was offered 690 ETH (more than $1M) for the Golden Key. Surpassingly, he turned down the offer. First, demanding double the amount of around $2.2M before

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EA Founder, Trip Hawkins, has Stepped into NFTs

After seeing great success with Electronic Arts (EA), the company’s founder, Trip Hawkins, has co-founded another company. This time, however, an NFT gaming based company called ’Games for a Living’. Quick Takes About Games for a Living Games for a Living has been co-founded by EA founder, Trip Hawkins, alongside Manel Sort, former VP at

Ross Wardrop

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NBA Top Shot: Is it a Security Under US Law?

According to a court ruling earlier this week, federal judge Victor Marreo has deemed that Dapper Labs’ NBA Top Shot NFTs could be classed as securities. Quick Take The NBA Top Shot Court Ruling Initially, a class action lawsuit was filed in May 2021 by Plaintiff Jeeun Friel who claimed that NBA Top Shot NFTs

Ross Wardrop

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Crypto Whale Sells 71 BAYC NFTs on Blur, Racks in $9M

Rektguy NFT founder, Mando, rocked the non-fungible token (NFT) world yesterday, going on a liquidity hunt like no other. Selling 71 highly converted Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFTs, alongside other blue-chip collectibles, Mando racked in more than 5545 ETH ($9M) in sales on Blur — the newcomer marketplace overriding OpenSea. Quick Take: Factors Contributing

Leah Waters

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Spotify Launches Token-Gated Playlist Pilot for Web3 Experiment

Spotify is tuning into Web3 by introducing a token-gated playlist pilot. The music service’s new feature — currently undergoing testing — enables community members from select non-fungible token (NFT) projects to connect their crypto wallets and gain access to exclusive playlists on the popular streaming platform via their digital assets. Quick Take: How Spotify Strikes

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Ubisoft Expands into Web3 With Rabbids NFTs In The Sandbox

Ubisoft, the video game publisher responsible for popular franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Just Dance, continues to push for innovation in the Web3 space. The company’s latest foray into the world of crypto is the release of Rabbids NFT avatars for The Sandbox. Quick Take: Rabbids NFT: What You Need To Know? Yesterday, Ubisoft launched

Anvi Saini

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Unveiling VeeFriends’ Cutting-Edge NFT Burning System

Prepare to face the flames: VeeFriends Burn Island ”Eruption 1” is here. NFT collectors can unlock rare digital collectibles, rewards, and events through NFT burning. Quick Take: Everything You Need to Know About Burn Island Burn Island is a deflationary platform in the world of VeeFriends, unlocking both physical and virtual rewards through NFT burning.

Leah Waters

Web3

Blur Overrides OpenSea, Airdrops $300M of Tokens to ’Loyal Traders’

To override its rival, Blur, OpenSea has lowered its fees and modified creator royalties. Regardless, the newcomer marketplace continues overpassing OpenSea, thanks to airdropping $300M worth of tokens to ”loyal traders” and offering other perks. Quick Take: Blur vs. OpenSea – Why are Blur’s Secondary Sales Soaring? NFT trading on Blur has increased in the past

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Win a CryptoPunk Worth €120K in ’The Lost Wallet’ Game

The Non-Fungible Conference (NFC) and bem.builders have launched a 24-week alternate reality (AR) metaverse game dubbed ”The Lost Wallet”. Once partaking in all eventful quests, the player crowned the winner will score a free CryptoPunk #2672 worth €120K. Quick Take: What Type of Challenge is ’The Lost Wallet’? The Lost Wallet consists of an unparalleled

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Marilyn Monroe’s Legacy Continues: Iconic Actress Immortalized Through Revolutionary NFT Collection by Zeblocks

The Marilyn Monroe Estate and Zeblocks have collaborated to create ”Modern Muse,” a groundbreaking NFT project. The project aims to combine Monroe’s iconic image with cutting-edge digital technology to create a one-of-a-kind digital art collection. Quick Take: ”Modern Muse” NFT Collection Offers Unique Investment Opportunity Marilyn Monroe Estate and Zeblocks teamed up to launch the

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