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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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Susan Miller Was One of the First Astrologers to Embrace the Internet; Now, She's Leaning to NFTs
The astrologer’s zodiac-themed NFT collection and token-gated Discord channel is her first venture into Web3.
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Desarrolladores contribuyen a la Web3 a pesar del bear market. (nosheep/Pixabay)
El desarrollo en Web3 continúa siendo fuerte a pesar de la recesión cripto
El fondo de capital de riesgo Telstra Ventures analizó la actividad de los desarrolladores a través de las blockchains de Ethereum, Solana y Bitcoin.
Desarrolladores contribuyen a la Web3 a pesar del bear market. (nosheep/Pixabay)

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Web3 Development Remains Strong Despite Crypto Downturn: Report
Venture capital firm Telstra Ventures measured developer activity across the Ethereum, Solana and Bitcoin blockchains.
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Magic Eden CEO Jack Lu at Solana's phone launch event, June 2022. (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)
NFT Exchange Magic Eden Expands to Ethereum
The leading Solana-based non-fungible token platform is taking another swing at OpenSea and embracing Ethereum’s top-heavy NFT ecosystem.
Magic Eden CEO Jack Lu at Solana's phone launch event, June 2022. (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

A sample from the "Punk It!" CryptoPunk NFTs auction in February by Sotheby's (Sotheby's)
CryptoPunks’ Floor Price Surges 10% Following Tiffany & Co. Collaboration News
The collection has seen $2.3 million in sales since Sunday’s partnership announcement, a 2,200% increase.
A sample from the "Punk It!" CryptoPunk NFTs auction in February by Sotheby's (Sotheby's)

Camp Nou, FC Barcelona's stadium (Tim Roosjen/Unsplash)
Socios Owner Invests $100M in FC Barcelona's Web3 Efforts
Chiliz has acquired a 24.5% stake in Barca Studios, the Spanish soccer giant's digital-content creation arm.
Camp Nou, FC Barcelona's stadium (Tim Roosjen/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 CoinDes...
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Apple Seeking Web3-Savvy Content Marketing Directors
The tech giant is looking for “demonstrated interest in Web 3.0” through a pair of job postings.
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Unstoppable Domains Reaches Unicorn Status After Series A
Unstoppable Domains Reaches Unicorn Status After Series A
Web3 digital identity service provider Unstoppable Domains lands $1 billion valuation after a $64 million Series A round led by Pantera Capital with contributions from Polygon...
Unstoppable Domains Reaches Unicorn Status After Series A

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Tribalism, Meritocracy, Money: What Sports and Crypto Fans Have in Common
Both groups love underdogs, too, Columbia Business School professor Omid Malekan writes for CoinDesk's Sports Week.
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