Web3
NFT Creation Platform Zora Launches Creator-Focused Layer 2
Zora Network aims to make minting on its platform "faster, cheaper and more enjoyable," according to a press release.
First Animated Film Funded by a DAO Brings Nouns NFT Collection to Life
Led by former animators for Pixar, Netflix and Marvel, “The Rise of Blus: A Nouns Movie” has a budget of $2.75 million and is said to be the first animated film funded by a DAO.
German Intelligence Agency Releases NFT Collection to Recruit Talent
The Bundesnachrichtendienst (BND)’s dog-themed PFP collection can be acquired through a gamified treasure hunt, where participants must find a string of characters hidden by the agency.
Nike Brings .SWOOSH to Fortnite's 240M Users With 'Airphoria' Virtual Experience
All Fortnite players who visit the virtual Air-Max-themed island for 10 minutes or more will receive the Air Max 1 '86 Back Bling digital sneaker.
Alibaba Names Crypto Friendly Joseph Tsai as Next Chairman
Alibaba (NYSE: BABA) said on Tuesday that Joseph Tsai, one of its founders, will step into the role of Chairman come September. "The Hash" panel discusses what the leadership shuffle could mean after Tsai first announced his interest in the Web3 space in December 2021 with a short tweet: “I like Crypto.”
University of Nicosia Lets Students Become ‘Masters of the Metaverse’
The Cyprus-based university is building on its roster of blockchain degrees, teaching students how to design and manage virtual worlds with its Master of Science (MSc) in Metaverse degree.
Web3 Charity Teddy DAO is Raising Money Through Daily NFT Auctions
Teaming up with fundraising platform JustGiving, Teddy DAO will hold a daily auction of teddy bear NFTs, allowing the buyer to donate proceeds to a charity of their choosing.
Blockchain Developer Platform Alchemy Releases AI-Powered Tools for Web3 Builders
Blockchain developer platform Alchemy introduced AlchemyAI, which aims at leveraging AI to help web3 developers speed up the development of their products and gain quicker access to on-chain data. AlchemyAI will launch two new products – an in-app chatbot and a ChatGPT plugin. Alchemy Developer Experience Lead Elan Halpern joins "First Mover" to discuss the release and the role of AI in blockchain developments.
The $11M NFT Auction and Snoop Dogg’s Evolving Collection
Rapper Snoop Dogg's new NFTs will change as he tours this summer, while Sotheby’s concluded a successful second 3AC NFT auction.
Sotheby's Second 3AC NFT Sale Nets $10.9M, With 'The Goose' Alone Netting $6.2M
Ringers #879, a seminal NFT artwork often referred to as "The Goose," far outpaced estimates and sold for $6.2 million.
