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.


Web3

New NFT Marketplace Blur Closes in on OpenSea in 24-Hour Trade Volume

The self-proclaimed "pro" NFT marketplace did 1,160 ETH ($2.5 million) in trading on Wednesday, according to a dashboard on Dune Analytics, topping most competitors.

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Web3

Norway Steps Into the Metaverse With Decentraland Tax Office

The move is part of a greater effort to educate a younger audience about taxes related to DeFi and NFTs, starting with an office in Decentraland.

Virtual shtick aside, the metaverse has its share of bad actors. (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

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What Are Generative Art NFTs?

While the art style has been around for decades, generative art recently gained popularity as a tool for NFT artwork thanks to artists like Tyler Hobbs, Snowfro and Pak.

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Web3

Reddit NFTs Challenge Bored Apes on OpenSea With Trade Surge

As of Tuesday, three Reddit collections ranked within the top 10 NFT projects on OpenSea, reaffirming the massive appeal of PFP collections.

Reddit collectible avatars (Reddit)

Web3

Azuki Raises $2.5M With NFT-Backed Golden Skateboard Sale

The anime-inspired NFT project auctioned off eight golden skateboards that can be burned for “physical backed tokens,” an experimental new concept that blends physical and digital goods.

Azuki released a series of eight skateboards with a 24K gold-plated deck linked to "Physical Backed Tokens." (Chiru Labs)

Opinion

A Compass Through Crypto Turbulence: Understanding Web3's Demand-Side Tokenization Models

To weather crypto winters, Web3 projects must invest resources into understanding token demand – not just supply.

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Tech

Web3 Developers Still Building Despite Crypto Winter

Jason Shah, a product manager at Alchemy, a Web3 development platform, told CoinDesk TV that the pace is actually increasing.

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Web3

Top Brands in Web3, NFTs and the Metaverse

From Nike to Budweiser to Tiffany, some of the most famous brands in the world are making big bets, and big money, with NFTs and other Web3 projects.

The X Evolutions (RTFKT)

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New NFT Marketplace Blur Is Courting Professional JPEG Traders With an Airdrop and No Trading Fees

The platform is backed by investment firm Paradigm and has launched to buzzy reception.

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