sports week

What is NBA Top Shot (Unsplash)
NBA Top Shot 101
The NFT marketplace allows you to buy and sell original NBA digital content.
What is NBA Top Shot (Unsplash)

Boca Juniors v Banfield - Liga Profesional 2022
Two Soccer Teams Transfer a South American Player Using USDC, But There’s Collateral Damage
The news was hailed as a historic event for South American football, but it could bring unexpected consequences for Argentinian club Banfield, amid local FX restrictions. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.
Boca Juniors v Banfield - Liga Profesional 2022

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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.
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Crypto.com and FTX Bet Big on Stadium Naming Rights Before the Crypto Crash. What Happens if They Can’t Afford to Pay?
The glamour of a stadium naming deal can turn sour - just ask Enron. Here’s how a deal might unwind if things go bad.
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Birmingham Legion FC v North Carolina FC
‘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.
Birmingham Legion FC v North Carolina FC

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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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LinksDAO has the goal of building the world’s greatest modern golf and leisure club. (Allan Nygren/Unsplash)
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.
LinksDAO has the goal of building the world’s greatest modern golf and leisure club. (Allan Nygren/Unsplash)

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