Tag Archives: NFT

With this acquisition, CoinGecko plans to integrate Zash’s NFT data into its Application Programming Interface (API) by the second quarter of next year. CoinGecko, a major cryptocurrency data tracking company, has acquired Zash, an on-chain data analytics firm that provides information on non-fungible tokens (NFTs) metadata across various platforms. According to an announcement on November 22, the acquisition aligns with CoinGecko’s vision to become a central hub for cryptocurrency-related...

The L2 protocol anticipates its Mainnet to go live on February 24 next year, enabling withdrawals, with users able to redeem their Blast Points starting May 24. Blast, an Ethereum layer 2 protocol with yield-bearing assets, announced the completion of its $20 million funding round led by Paradigm, a research-driven technology investment company with a special focus on crypto. Announcing the milestone on Twitter now X, the protocol said Standard Crypto also contributed to the $20 million...

American tech-focused investment manager Coatue Management has reportedly marked down its stake in OpenSea, one of the leading NFT platforms. According to documents reviewed by The Information, Coatue reduced its previously valued $120 million stake in OpenSea to just $13 million during the second quarter of 2023. Coatue Slashes OpenSea Stake by 90% Based on documents examined by The Information, Coatue decreased its stake in the NFT platform from an estimated $120 million to...

With the number of people involved in crypto in South Korea, SK Telecom aims to expand the accessibility of its wallet to attract more users and improve adoption in the country.  SK Telecom, one of South Korea’s leading telecommunications giants, has announced its partnership with Aptos Network, a layer 1 blockchain protocol, and Atomrigs Lab to launch its crypto wallet dubbed T Wallet. On November 7, the company revealed on LinkedIn that it aims to broaden its “affiliations with...

Non-fungible tokens and blockchain appeared on The Simpsons. During the recent  Halloween special episode of The Simpsons, one of the longest-running TV series in the United States, the beloved animated family, took a playful swing at the world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and the crypto industry, making viewers chuckle and sparking conversations about the show’s modern relevance. The new episode titled “‘Wild Barts Can’t Be Token”, aired on Sunday night, tickling audiences with its...

With this acquisition, Treehouse would be hoping to integrate Origins’ technology into its product portfolio. Treehouse, a Singapore-based Web 3.0 data firm, has announced its acquisition of non-fungible token (NFT) analytics platform Origins. According to the announcement, the deal is part of Treehouse’s efforts toward bolstering its NFT product offering. Treehouse to Tap Origins’ Tech Origins, originally, offers NFT-based data analysis using both on-chain and off-chain data. Its software...

Sygnum and Swiss Tennis announce an NFT (Non-Fungible Token) collection to fund training and development for future tennis champions in Switzerland. The Swiss national team launches the collection at a press conference today to continue in the spirit of their win at the 2022 world championship. With its Swiss Tennis World Champion NFT art collection, Swiss Tennis explores new ways to engage with international tennis fans and give them unique fan experiences. Proceeds raised by the NFT...

The chilling winds of crypto winter continue to sting projects, prompting several of them to take a hard look at downsizing or ceasing operations entirely. A decentralized content-sharing and publishing platform – LBRY – is the latest one to succumb to the market condition. The company behind the LBRY blockchain said that “there is no escaping this.” LBRY Shuts Shop In a somber announcement, LBRY weighed in on losing judgment to the federal government and said it has debts to...

This brand overhaul aims to enhance Web3 accessibility for a new generation of users by offering a well-designed platform that combines user-friendliness with powerful features. On Monday, October 16, one of the most popular decentralized cryptocurrency wallets – Trust Wallet – shared the details regarding the much-awaited update. In the latest development, this multi-chain blue-chip self-custodial wallet unveiled its new brand identity. This includes upgrading the new logo, enhanced user...

The reason for the surprise was that the average sale price for CrypToadz is typically under $1,000, making the sudden hundredfold increase in value in a short period of time seem questionable to experts. On October 9th, an anonymous crypto user bought a CrypToadz NFT on the popular NFT marketplace OpenSea for a shocking price of 1,055 Wrapped Ethereum (wETH), equivalent to around $1.6 million. This expensive purchase of a single non-fungible token representing one of over 6,000...