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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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"Airphoria" (Nike/Epic Games)
How Gaming, Loyalty and Entertainment Are Adapting to the Rise of NFTs and Web3
The gaming, entertainment and loyalty industries are poised for big changes, thanks to Web3 tech such as NFTs and DAOs. We talk to the experts on how. Plus, Nike and Puma ann...
"Airphoria" (Nike/Epic Games)

Evergreen Siezenals flag at Lowe's featuring Mfers NFT. (0xsthompson/Twitter)
Home Improvement Giant Lowe's Is Selling an Mfers Meme NFT Garden Flag
An NFT project that has grown its community and reached meme status has made its way onto a major retailer's website.
Evergreen Siezenals flag at Lowe's featuring Mfers NFT. (0xsthompson/Twitter)

Touchdown in NFL Rivals game
NFL Rivals Scores 1M Downloads for NFT-Based Mobile Game
The game hit the milestone in under two months since its release in the Google Play and Apple Stores.
Touchdown in NFL Rivals game

Gamers celebrating success (Getty Images)
It’s Game On for Web3: How Gaming Will Onboard a Billion People
As we look to onboard new users into Web3, experts argue that gaming is the ideal vehicle for adoption “because there are so many gamers in the world who are already used to t...
Gamers celebrating success (Getty Images)

(John Eder/Getty Images)
Engaging the Masses: How Entertainment is Taking Web3 Mainstream
From creating rich NFT ecosystems to integrating crypto payments into existing models, entertainment giants, talent agencies and creative networks continue to find new ways to...
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NFT art in Times Square  (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images)
Loyalty, Memberships and Ticketing: How NFTs Will Bring About Mass Adoption
The conversation around NFTs has shifted from speculation to utility. Now, major players have opted to use NFTs to power loyalty, membership and ticketing services, signaling...
NFT art in Times Square  (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images)

Animoca's Anichess raises $1.5 million for upcoming decentralized chess game (PIRO4D/Pixabay)
Animoca Brands' Anichess Secures $1.5M for Decentralized Chess Game
The game, launching in early 2024, was made in partnership with Chess.com.
Animoca's Anichess raises $1.5 million for upcoming decentralized chess game (PIRO4D/Pixabay)

Puma's the GUTTERMELO sneaker
Puma, Gutter Cat Gang and LaMelo Ball Team Up to Release NFT Sneakers
The “GutterMelo MB.03” NFT sneakers are paired with a physical real-life sneaker counterpart and will be available to mint on OpenSea on June 29.
Puma's the GUTTERMELO sneaker

(Zora Network)
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.
(Zora Network)

Images from “The Rise of Blus: A Nouns Movie.” (Atrium)
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 DA...
Images from “The Rise of Blus: A Nouns Movie.” (Atrium)