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Non-Fungible Tokens
Tom Brady’s NFT Platform Autograph Partners With Lionsgate and DraftKings
Autograph, the non-fungible token (NFT) platform co-founded by Tom Brady launching this summer, has inked partnerships with entertainment company Lionsgate and sports betting firm DraftKings. It has also signed an exclusive, multi-year NFT deals with fellow iconic sports stars. "The Hash" group discusses the rising tide of NFT platforms, imagining the future of digital collectibles.
Polygon Launches Unit to Grow Blockchain Gaming and NFTs
Polygon has launched Polygon Studios, focused on helping to advance blockchain gaming and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The co-founder and COO of the India-based Ethereum-scaling project, Sandeep Nailwal, discusses how the new unit could transform the gaming industry's existing business model. "NFTs [are] basically going to be the gateway to bring masses into [the] blockchain," Nailwal said. Plus, insights into the state of crypto regulations in India and the Polygon ecosystem.
NFT Marketplace OpenSea Valued at $1.5B in $100M Funding Round Led by A16z
Non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace OpenSea is the latest crypto unicorn with a total valuation of $1.5 billion after a $100 million Series B round that closed Tuesday, led by Silicon Valley’s best-known VC, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z).
Georgia to Put Its Wine on the Blockchain
The eastern European country of Georgia is partnering with Norway-based blockchain trading platform WiV Technology to put some of its wine on the blockchain, enabling investors and enthusiasts to track provenance and buy and sell associated NFTs. “How do you transfer real-world things to the blockchain?” host Naomi Brockwell asked.
State of DeFi, Crypto Crackdowns in Thailand
Mukaya (Tai) Panich, Chief Venture and Investment Officer of SCB 10x, the technology and innovation arm of Thailand’s Siam Commercial Bank, discusses the state of crypto in Thailand on the heels of its SEC banning meme, fan, and exchange tokens, as well as NFTs. Plus, her take on bridging the gap between DeFi and TradFi.
Bitcoin Interest Declines, Rolling Stone Gets Into NFTs
China clampdown hits crypto media aggregator. Bitcoin interest declines. Rolling Stone magazine gets into NFTs. More on these stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Blockchain-Based Fantasy Soccer Platform Sorare to Raise $532M in Funding
According to an unconfirmed Business Insider report Wednesday, Paris-based digital soccer collectibles platform Sorare is expected to announce that it will receive $532 million in funding. This would allegedly represent the most significant capital raise in the history of France’s technology sector.
India Seeks Crypto Advice, K-Drama Joins NFT Bandwagon
Indian High Court seeks advice on crypto advertising disclaimers. Hong Kong customs make the first crypto-related money laundering bust. K-drama “Vincenzo” joins the NFT bandwagon. More on these stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Nifty’s and Warner Bros. Team Up to Launch ‘Space Jam’ NFTs
A series of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) marking the release of “Space Jam: A New Legacy” is to be launched on the new social platform Niftys.com in partnership with Warner Bros. Nifty’s Chief Legal Officer Olta Andoni discusses the launch as part of Nifty’s mission to be the first-ever NFT-focused social media platform.
ICICI Blocks Crypto Transfers, Korea Banks to Report Crypto Crime
India’s ICICI bank blocks international crypto transfers. Korea says banks must report crypto-related money laundering. Fears over plagiarism hit the NFT world. More on these stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”