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R&B Legend Mario on How Blockchain Could Change the Music Industry
R&B legend Mario sits down with “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to discuss the economics of making money as an artist. They explore the impact of digital innovation and blockchain technology on the music industry, the implications of intellectual property (IP) ownership and the issues with centralized music platforms.
NBA All-Star Baron Davis on Empowering Underrepresented Communities Through NFTs
Baron Davis, former two-time NBA All-Star and serial entrepreneur, is launching the “More Than Us Venture Studio” to empower underrepresented communities to develop and create non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in the Web 3 space. Davis shares insights into the new infrastructure for NFTs, his investment thesis, and crypto journey.
Under Armour Enters the Metaverse With 'Wearable' Steph Curry Sneakers
To celebrate Golden State Warriors star guard Steph Curry’s new record as the NBA's all-time top three-point shooter, Under Armour has announced digital replica NFTs of the “Curry Flow 9″ sneakers that can be worn in the metaverse. All proceeds will go to children's sports charities. “The Hash” squad discusses what this means for the “open metaverse” concept and the importance of philanthropy in the digital asset space.
Coinbase and NBA Sign Partnership Deal
Crypto exchange Coinbase and the National Basketball Association (NBA) are teaming up on a multiyear partnership. The deal extends to the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), NBA G League, NBA 2K League and USA Basketball.
Dapper Labs Signs Multi-Year Partnership With NBA Star Kevin Durant’s Boardroom
Boardroom, a sports media company created by NBA star Kevin Durant and his investment firm Thirty Five Ventures, has agreed to a two-year partnership with Dapper Labs to help create original NBA Top Shot Moments and video content. This comes as JAMBB raised $3.5 million to build a comedian-focused NFT marketplace on the Flow blockchain. "The Hash" group discusses NFT video moments as the latest emerging trend to watch.