Web3

Web3, or Web 3.0, represents the next generation of internet technology, integrating blockchain and cryptocurrencies into everyday online interactions. It's a decentralized online ecosystem where users have control over their data and transactions. Web3 is powered by blockchain networks, providing transparency, security, and trust. It's a key concept in the crypto world, involving various people, from developers and investors to everyday users. Companies are leveraging Web3 to create decentralized applications (dApps), offering users new ways to interact online. Crypto exchanges play a crucial role in Web3, facilitating the trading of digital assets and tokens that fuel the ecosystem. Web3 represents a paradigm shift, offering opportunities for investment, innovation, and the potential to reshape the internet.


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Bieber, Madonna Among Dozens of Celebs Named in Lawsuit Alleging Yuga Labs NFT 'Scheme'

The suit claims celebrity endorsements of Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs and ApeCoin tokens resulted in financial loss for investors. Yuga Labs called the allegations "opportunistic and parasitic."

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Polygon Studios CEO: Our Company Is a ‘Funnel’ for Big Brand Partnerships

Ryan Wyatt discusses why “Web2-esque” consumer brands looking to jump into Web3 are flocking to his company.

Ryan Wyatt (Will Ess for Pixelmind.ai/CoinDesk)

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The Brains Behind Starbucks Rewards Help Push Coffee Chain Giant Into Web3

Starbucks Rewards is one of the most successful loyalty programs in retail, with about 60 million memberships worldwide. Adam Brotman, the brains behind Starbucks Rewards, is now the co-CEO of Forum3 and helping the coffee giant with Starbucks Odyssey, its Web3-powered loyalty program. As one of CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022, Brotman joins "The Hash" to discuss the significance of expanding the rewards system to blockchain and incorporating digital collectibles.

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Polygon Studios CEO on Partnership With Starbucks

Polygon’s business-development team has managed to land partnerships with major brands entering the Web3 space, including Nike, Reddit, Meta and Robinhood. Polygon Studios CEO Ryan Wyatt, who made CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022 list, discusses the details of their latest collaboration with Starbucks and his outlook for mainstream adoption of crypto.

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Starbucks Launches Beta of Web3 'Odyssey' Loyalty Program

The test of the experiential program combines customer loyalty rewards with NFT collecting and other gamified elements.

Vaso de Starbucks. (Ricko Pan/Unsplash, modificado por CoinDesk)

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Starbucks Unveils Web3-Powered Rewards Program Beta for Select Members

Starbucks has officially launched the beta testing of “Starbucks Odyssey,” a rewards program powered by Web3 technology. “The Hash” panel discusses what this means for mainstream adoption of crypto and the growing NFT market.

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NFT Marketplace Magic Eden Pushes Further Into Gaming With New Hire

Chris Akhavan will take on the new role of chief gaming officer to build the marketplace’s Web3 gaming strategy following its expansion to the Polygon network.

Chris Akhavan (Magic Eden)

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Steve Aoki and 3LAU Launch PUNX Music Project Using CryptoPunks IP

The DJs and NFT enthusiasts are teaming up on an "audio-visual IRL-meets-metaverse supergroup."

(Artwork by NoPattern, supplied by PUNX)

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ImmutableX NFTs Now Available on Nifty Gateway

NFTs from Web3 games powered by Ethereum scaling product ImmutableX are now available on Gemini-owned NFT marketplace Nifty Gateway. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the blockchain gaming industry.

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'Do You Believe In Second Chances?' Another DAO Is Raising Funds to Buy a Copy of the US Constitution

Inspired by ConstitutionDAO's attempt last year, the unaffiliated ConstitutionDAO2 received $34,000 in public contributions on its first day.

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