🇨🇳 China Pushes Metaverse Standardization Group to Establish the Rules of the Yuanverse
The government of China has announced the creation of a metaverse standardization working group to establish different rules to govern the Chinese Yuanverse platform. The standardization group will be integrated by Chinese universities, government institutions, and companies like Tencent, Huawei, Baidu, Netease, and Sense Time.
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🖼 Collection of NFTs kicks off Carnival with reimaginations made by AI
This Sunday (21), the collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) “Artificial Carnivals” was announced through the CryptoRastas profile on X (old Twitter). Available for broadcast in four different marketplaces, the collection uses artificial intelligence (AI) to imagine “carnivals that never were, but could have been”, and is authored by Pepe Garcia, who wrote, artist known for his photographic work published through the persona Cartie Bression.
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🔫 Startup Investors Have Fled The Metaverse
Almost nobody these days is spending much leisure time in the metaverse. Additionally, almost no investors are backing fresh rounds for startups creating the next generation of virtual worlds. That, broadly, is the finding from our latest data dive into venture funding tied to the metaverse, virtual worlds and augmented reality. Investment around these themes hit a multiyear low in 2023, driven by declining support for consumer-focused startups.
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🔫 Metaverse tools will improve crime scene analysis and law enforcement: Interpol report
Metaverse platforms could become a valuable tool for law enforcement training and crime scene preservation and analysis, according to a white paper released by Interpol’s Metaverse Expert Group. The research report published by the international law enforcement organization delves into the multifaceted aspects of the metaverse, considering a variety of use cases that could aid law enforcement agencies around the world.
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📉 NFT volume fell $14.5B in 2023: CoinGecko
NFT trading volume in 2023 was less than half of what it was in 2022. It slid from $26.3 billion down to $11.8 billion, according to a CoinGecko report. Barely two years after pixelated collectibles were fetching millions and Jimmy Fallon showed off his Bored Ape on The Tonight Show, digital art trading has fallen off the radar for many crypto investors. But the downturn has been a slow burn so far. Back in 2022, CoinGecko’s crypto industry report showed that digital art volumes dropped each successive quarter, falling over $10 billion from Q1 to Q4.
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🖼 Kabuni Celebrates “Stake a Future” Launch With 10,000 Steamboat Willie-inspired NFTs
Kabuni’s Steamboat Willie-inspired non-fungible tokens (NFTs) go beyond digital assets, they are integral to Kabuni’s mission of unlocking human potential through technology and driving positive change. The Kabuni ChangeMaker NFT transcends traditional digital asset boundaries, seamlessly merging value from the digital realm to the physical and back again, as we grow and Stake a Future across the globe.
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🖼 NHL Champion Vegas Golden Knights Unveil Free NFT Collection for Fans
Today, Jan. 16, the Vegas Golden Knights—the 2023 National Hockey League champions—are revealing a special collection of NFTs that are designed to unlock unique experiences for fans.
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🖼 21 of the top 50 global fashion brands have NFTs
According to a Jan. 15 post by CoinGecko on X, just under half of the world’s global fashion brands, including Adidas, Nike, and Puma, have NFT collections. This release comes at the same time the OpenSea CEO, in a Bloomberg interview, expressed the platform’s intention to develop the most compelling use cases for non-fungible tokens (NFTs) amidst a decline in trading volumes.
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🔫 Sony Unveils Ambitious Mixed Reality Headset Prototype for Metaverse Dominance
Sony Corporation, renowned for its prowess in electronics and entertainment, has taken a monumental step into the flourishing metaverse landscape. The Japanese powerhouse recently announced the development of a groundbreaking mixed reality (MR) headset prototype, codenamed “Project Cambria.”.
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🖼 $311 Million in NFT Sales Amidst Fluctuating Blockchain and Collection Performances
In the last week, the non-fungible token (NFT) market experienced unremarkable sales, totaling $311.31 million. This figure represents a slight uptick of just 0.05% from the previous week.
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🪙 Terra (LUNA) Announces Major NFT Project Integration
Terra (LUNA), a blockchain network, has recently announced a development for its non-fungible token (NFT) projects. In collaboration with Ark Protocol, Terra is set to introduce interchain NFTs to the Cosmos ecosystem. This move aims to expand the reach and versatility of NFTs created on the Terra network.
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🔫 VirtuWorld Presents Exciting New Features in the Metaverse
VirtuWorld, a pioneering force in the metaverse, is set to unveil exciting new features. The announcement spotlights the company's commitment to innovation and decentralized commerce.
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🆘 X removes support for NFT profile pictures
On Tuesday, Elon Musk’s X wrote about a grand vision for the company in 2024, which includes launching peer-to-peer payments and more AI-powered tools. Amid all this, the company silently removed a feature for paid subscribers. They’re no longer able to set an NFT as a profile picture.
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💰 VanEck CEO confirms that the Bitcoin spot ETFs will begin trading on Thursday.
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📸✨ Sony's Imaging Revolution: 'Digital Birth Certificates' Unveiled at CES 2024 – A NFT-inspired Marvel! 🌟🚀
Hold onto your lenses! Sony, the trailblazer in electronics, gaming, and entertainment, steals the spotlight at CES 2024 in Las Vegas with a groundbreaking revelation: the introduction of 'digital birth certificates' for images, a cutting-edge innovation that echoes the essence of NFTs. 🎮📲
🔒📷 In-Camera Mastery: Sony's Digital Signature Tech Creates a 'Birth Certificate' for Images! 🚀🌈
Sony introduces an in-camera digital signature technology, fashioning a bona fide 'birth certificate' for images captured with their devices. This technological marvel not only verifies the content's origin but also mirrors the core concept of nonfungible tokens (NFTs). It's not just a leap in technology; it's a revolution in authenticating and safeguarding digital content.
💡🤝 Neal Manowitz Speaks: A Pledge to Creators and Authenticity! 🌐🔍
Neal Manowitz, President and COO at Sony Electronics, emphasizes their commitment to creators, stating, "Helping creators navigate opportunities while protecting the authenticity of their work is a priority." Collaborating with industry leaders like the Associated Press, Sony embarks on a mission to create a digital birth certificate, offering an indisputable means to validate content origin and counter misinformation.
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🖼 NELK boys accused of “NFT Scam” comparable to Cryptozoo scandal
The NELK Boys have been called out by YouTuber Spencer Cornelia for an alleged “NFT scam” involving the group’s Nelk Metacard NFT. NFTs were all the rage several years ago, with influencer group NELK Boys promoting their NFT Metacard as “one of the biggest brands in Web3”. Following the release of the Nelk Metacard NFT in January 2022, the company earned over $23 million in revenue and sold out in less than ten minutes. The company also promised “way more NFTs” after the Metacard’s initial launch.
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🔫 Despite downturn, brands are pivoting back to the metaverse
The World Economic Forum, hosted in the alpine town of Davos this week, shone a spotlight on some of today's most prolific industry pioneers. One of them was non-fungible token (NFT) collector-slash-entrepreneur Gmoney, whose luxury lifestyle platform 9dcc was recognized as the "Phygital Brand of the Year.”
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🔫 Mark Zuckerberg's $47 billion metaverse bet will take at least a decade to be 'fully realized,' says Meta exec
Meta is still investing "significantly" in the metaverse despite losses of nearly $50 billion, according to an executive. The head of Meta's global business group, Nicola Mendelsohn, said it will take a "good decade" to reach the company's "fully realized vision." She made the comments in a panel session at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Tuesday, adding that Meta was investing in both AI, as well as hardware, for the metaverse.
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🆘 New Sophisticated NFT Airdrop Attack Steals Funds From Victim’s Wallet
The allure of NFTs, those shimmering digital tokens holding unique artworks and promises of fortune, has captivated the world. But amidst the buzz lurks a sinister shadow: the NFT scam. Recently, Check Point Research exposed a sophisticated airdrop scam targeting over 100 popular NFT projects, a stark reminder that vigilance is paramount even in the digital realm.
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🖼 Nifty Island Unveils Web3 Social Gaming Platform, Expanding NFT Utility
Nifty Island, a pioneering force in the NFT space, has recently introduced its Web3 social gaming platform, elevating the utility of NFTs by offering diverse applications for asset holders. In a strategic move, the platform has collaborated with over 120 prominent NFT projects and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), forming partnerships with renowned entities such as Yuga Labs’ Bored Ape Yacht Club.
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💰 Ripple Partner SBI Holdings to Issue NFTs on the XRP Ledger (XRPL)
SBI Holdings, one of the allies of blockchain payments firm Ripple Labs, is set to issue a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The XRPL is currently being developed to accommodate a diverse set of innovations while competing with its peers in the broader ecosystem. The proposed NFT is billed for EXPO2025 and it will integrate a wallet operated by Consortium Inc.
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🖼 'Anichess' NFT Game Launches With Backing From World Chess Champ Magnus Carlsen
Anichess is now in the first stage of its release according to an announcement from Animoca Brands, which is working with Chess.com and five-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen on the free-to-play browser game’s launch.
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🔵 OpenSea CEO bets on use cases for NFTs, says trading volumes can be ‘misleading’
In an interview with Bloomberg, the OpenSea CEO said the platform wants to build the most compelling use cases for non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as its trading volumes keep falling. DappRadar data reveals that OpenSea’s trading volumes currently stand at approximately $3.5 million, trailing behind competitors like Blur and OKX NFT, which have volumes of $20.8 million and $4.4 million, respectively.
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🖼 GameStop to shut down NFT marketplace due to regulatory limbo
GameStop has warned its users that it will be phasing out its nonfungible token (NFT) marketplace next month due to regulatory uncertainty.
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💰 Taproot Wizards Launching the Quantum Cats Collection of NFTs on the Bitcoin Blockchain
As a tribute to code developed in the early days of the Bitcoin network by creator Satoshi Nakamoto, Ordinals developer Taproot Wizards is launching a new collection of NFTs on the Bitcoin blockchain.
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🖼 NFTs eye comeback following spot Bitcoin ETF approval
United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States, Web3 professionals argue that the approvals can boost the dwindling sub-crypto ecosystem of nonfungible tokens (NFTs).
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💰 Bitcoin Developer's Bid to Curb 'Spam' NFTs Faces Rejection
A proposal by Bitcoin developer Luke Dashjr, seemingly focused on improving Bitcoin Core's compatibility, has drawn attention for its controversial aim: blocking the influx of "NFTs on Bitcoin." Despite its innocuous facade, the technical plan encountered resistance and was ultimately rejected within the Bitcoin development community.
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🟣 Gas Hero launch drives up Polygon NFT trading volume
Notably its Common Hero NFTs have grabbed the number one spot on CryptoSlam over the last 24 hours in terms of NFT trading volume. As per Sunday 7th January, all Gas Hero NFT collections combined, including Heroes, Items, Pets and Coupons, surpassed the total 24-hour NFT trading volume on Ethereum.
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💰 Unveiling Shibarium NFTs: Shiba Inu Team Guides SHIB and BONE Holders to Exclusive Digital Treasures! 🌐🐾
Shiba Inu Ecosystem's Shibarium Delight!
In a groundbreaking announcement, a member of the Shiba Inu ecosystem team has revealed a step-by-step guide for SHIB and BONE holders, unlocking the enchanting world of Shibarium-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs). 🌟🔗
ColonelCoup Collection Lights Up Shibarium!
Step into the spotlight with ColonelCoup, a dazzling NFT collection that graced Shibarium on October 11, 2023. The L2 blockchain of the Shiba Inu ecosystem has become a thriving hub for digital assets, making NFT dreams a reality. 🚀🌈
Lucie's Guide: Your Passport to Shibarium NFTs!
Lucie, a guiding force within the Shiba Inu ecosystem, reveals the digital roadmap. To embark on this adventure, holders must carry Ethereum (ETH) and any Shiba Inu ecosystem asset, such as SHIB, BONE, or LEASH, in their wallets. 🌐💼
Dance with Shibarium on Your Wallet!
Lucie's first move invites users to add the Shibarium network to their Web 3.0 crypto wallets. Using the wallet's browser extension, a click on "add the Shibarium mainnet network" sets the stage for the magical journey. 🎭🌐
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