In a recent blog post, the developers of Axie Infinity, the most popular NFT game in the crypto ecosystem, were pleased to reveal that the fighting monsters were the most traded NFT collection of all time and thanked the players for this achievement. Comparisson between Axie Infinity and the rest of the most popular NFT collections. Image: Axie InfinityNow, just two weeks after that post, the Axie Infinity team announced the 1.1.0a update, with changes to the game’s dynamics…...
Read More »Mike Novogratz: NFT Investors Should Take Profits and Put Them in BTC and ETH
Michael Novogratz – the CEO of Galaxy Digital and a prominent bitcoin bull – thinks that prices people pay for NFT products are not normal “in any way, shape, or form.” As such, they should consider “taking some money off the table” and investing it into the two leading digital assets. Dump NFTs, Go for BTC And ETH Speaking at the London’s Token2049 crypto conference, crypto billionaire Mike Novogratz aired his thoughts on non-fungible tokens, specifically their soaring...
Read More »Hashed Rolls out Startup Studio to Explore Metaverse and NFT Space
South Korea-based blockchain-focused investment firm Hashed has announced the launch of its new startup studio to support and research new use cases of blockchain technology in the rapidly growing NFT space. Exploring the Full Potential of Blockchain In a press release today, Hashed noted that the studio, named UNOPND, will foster various creative projects with the primary goal of exploring and experimenting with new ways to apply blockchain technology to the online gaming...
Read More »Axie Infinity to Raise $150M in Funding Round Led by Andreessen Horowitz
Popular NFT-based play-to-earn online game, Axie Infinity, will be raising approximately $150 million in a Series B funding round at a nearly $3 billion valuation. Andreessen Horowitz to Invest in Axie Infinity According to a recent report, which cited two unidentified sources “with direct knowledge of the deal,” the funding round will be led by popular American venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. Axie Infinity is a monster-battling game that uses NFTs to reward its...
Read More »TikTok to Begin Sale of First NFT Collection on Ethereum Layer 2 Solution
Popular social media giant TikTok has announced that it will be venturing into the non-fungible token (NFT) space by leveraging content from some of its top creators. The short video-sharing platform, which recently crossed 1 billion global users, said its NFT collection, dubbed TikTop Top Moments, will feature content from six “culturally” important videos from creators. Some of those names included Lil Nas X, Rudy Willingham, Bella Poarch, Curtis Roach, Brittany Broski, FN...
Read More »Raiinmaker and Cosmic Wire to Launch NFTs Featuring Banksy’s Controversial Wall Mural
Raiinmaker, a blockchain-based fan engagement platform, has recently partnered with the multimedia firm Cosmic Wire to roll out six special non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to support several climate charities. According to a press release shared with CryptoPotato today, both firms will be launching the NFT collection based on the artwork of the mysterious legendary street artist Banksy. Supporting Climate Charities The digital arts will represent the iconic remnants of Banksy’s...
Read More »DC Comics to Distribute Batman and Superman NFTs for Free
The American comic book publisher – DC Comics – partnered with Palm NFT Studio to launch its collection of non-fungible tokens. The NFTs will feature superheroes like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and more. DC’s Superheroes as NFTs One of the largest and oldest US comic book companies – DC Comics – will double down on its NFT endeavors by releasing another collection of superheroes. DC’s partner this time would be the blockchain network for culture and creativity – Palm NFT...
Read More »Ripple to Launch a $250M Creator Fund to Bring NFTs to XRP Ledger
Ripple has announced the establishment of a new fund worth $250 million to support the building of non-fungible token projects on its XRP ledger. The company promised to provide artists with the necessary support. Ripple took it to Twitter earlier on September 29th to outlined its newest endeavor, which this time will focus on the NFT industry. The new product, dubbed the $250M Creator Fund, is set to “enable creators to explore new use cases for NFTs on the XRPLedger and...
Read More »Axie Infinity Records Holders ATH: 420% Year to Date Growth
Popular non-fungible token (NFT) gaming platform Axie Infinity continues to see increased adoption from users, following exponential growth in the number of wallet addresses. Axie Sees Surge in Address Holders According to data provided by IntoTheBlock on Tuesday (September 28, 2021), Axie Infinity Shards (AXS) ownership is on the rise, with 17,480 address holders. This figure represents a new all-time high (ATH) and a 420% increase year-to-date (YTD). Meanwhile, this growth...
Read More »It’s a Cryptocurrency Hustle: Joe Rogan on NFTs
The sports commentator, comedian, and popular podcast host Joe Rogan admitted that he is “not interested” in non-fungible tokens. To him, their concept is difficult to understand, and he called them a cryptocurrency “hustle.” ‘It Doesn’t Make Any Sence to Me’ The popular MMA and UFC commentator – Joe Rogan – does not see how non-fungible tokens have become such a trend recently. During a recent podcast, the American rejected the option of purchasing an NFT. He went further,...
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