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Opinion

Why We Need NFT Ticketing for Sports Events

Verifiable tickets powered by blockchain tech can stamp out fraud and add value for fans. Major sporting events are now considering their adoption, says one startup in the space. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

Liverpool fans lining up outside the stadium prior to the UEFA Champions League final match between Liverpool FC and Real Madrid at Stade de France in Paris on May 28, 2022 (Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)

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‘My Bet Is on Bitcoin,’ Pro Soccer Player Says

Alex Crognale of the Birmingham Legion FC of the USL Championship league sees the digital asset as a way to store his wealth. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

Alex Crognale (Andy Mead/ISI Photos/Getty Images).

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Why Athletes Are Taking Compensation in Bitcoin

From UFC to soccer, sportspeople continue to see the attraction of BTC, despite the faltering market. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

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Opinion

Building a Sports DAO: 4 Lessons From LinksDAO

The project shows the speed and scale of Web3 technologies and applications, and the power of people organizing behind common goals.

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Opinion

Why NBA Athletes Are Turning to Web3 to Build Generational Wealth

NFTs and the metaverse may provide a source of income long after players hang up their high tops, says Marcus Bläsche, CEO of Rumble Kong League. This op-ed is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

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Opinion

How Is Being in Crypto Like Playing a Sport?

A panel of experts examines the shrewdness needed in fencing and trading, the thrill of being on a team and the feeling of being picked last in gym class.

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (Keith Allison/Wikimedia Commons)

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How the Golden State Warriors Gamified Fandom With NFTs

Silicon Valley's NBA team tokenized its performance on the courts. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

(Yunha Lee, Coindesk)

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Sorare 101: How to Get Started With Sorare NFTs

Sorare is an NFT-based competitive fantasy game filled with the world’s best soccer leagues and Major League Baseball stars.

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Opinion

How Sports Leagues Can Use Crypto to Engage Fans

Crypto, like sports, can be fun, says Jonathan Manzi, the founder of Beyond Protocol. This op-ed is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady celebrates winning the Super Bowl in 2021. (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)