NFT

Microsoft is buying video game company Activision Blizzard, the maker of “Call of Duty,” for nearly $69 billion in a potential bet on Web 3. This comes amid gamers turning their backs on non-fungible tokens (NFTs).

Jan 18, 2022

Following his appearance on the premiere of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay, Matt James of “The Bachelor” fame answers viewer questions on CoinDesk’s “After Show.” Could the metaverse version depicted in a show like “Black Mirror” become a reality? Plus, bitcoin explained to a child and James’ predictions for 2022.

Jan 14, 2022

China’s Blockchain-based Services Network rolling out NFT infrastructure. Pacific Island nation of Palau plans to issue stablecoin. LooksRare makes explosive debut as OpenSea competitor. These stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

Jan 14, 2022

"The Hash" team reacts to a group of editors on Wikipedia, the free user-generated encyclopedia, voting against classifying NFTs as a form of art. The debate has since been shelved until a later date. Can non-fungible tokens (NFTs) be classified as art?

Jan 13, 2022

As the NFT market continues to boom, “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay discuss the future of digital assets with special guest Matt James, who highlights use cases like concert and sporting tickets. “The possibilities are endless,” the TV star claims.

Jan 13, 2022

CoinDesk's Most Influential 2021 presented the 50 people who defined the year in crypto. It commissioned 10 artists to create portraits of the top 10 winners. Two of those artists, Federico Solmi and Pindar Van Arman, discuss the process, challenges, and direction behind creating digital portraits of Elon Musk and Sam Bankman-Fried, respectively. Plus, CoinDesk's Adam Levine shares insights into how his start-up was able to create AI-generated artwork of 40 people who won honorable mentions.

Jan 12, 2022

The Fan Controlled Football League (FCF) is doubling in size for its second season after closing a $40 million Series A, with the leaders of the NFT project Bored Ape Yacht Club managing a new team. The FCF is an alternative professional sports league where fans vote on real-time decisions for their team. "The Hash" team discusses the reactions, specifications, and implications for the league's pivot into NFT communities.

Jan 12, 2022

Kevin O'Leary, aka Mr. Wonderful, discusses his views on the booming NFT market, comparing it to the collectible watch market. "I'm going to suggest that 2022 will be the year of the NFT," he said. Plus, insights into how the DeFi platform WonderFi, backed by O'Leary, is helping tackle some of the problems with navigating open finance.

Jan 12, 2022

The beloved NFT project Pudgy Penguins voted out its founders Thursday after they allegedly failed to deliver on stated goals and drained the treasury of funds. Some argue the entire project should be decentralized, potentially an industry first. "The Hash" squad discusses the latest battle for control, raising governance questions surrounding NFT communities and what this means for the fate of Pudgy Penguins.

Jan 10, 2022

In its continued effort to turn around the videogame retail chain, GameStop has announced its plans to launch a marketplace for NFTs while pursuing cryptocurrency partnerships.

Jan 7, 2022