Author: Jeremy Ryan

NFT trading cards have emerged as a compelling and dynamic asset class. Beyond their nostalgic appeal, NFT trading cards represent a significant intersection of art, collectibles, and digital ownership. With their unique blend of cultural resonance and blockchain-backed authenticity, they have captivated both seasoned collectors and newcomers alike.This article aims to delve into the strategies that can be employed to maximize the value and potential of NFT trading cards. By exploring key principles, market dynamics, and tactical considerations, we endeavor to provide a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts, investors, and collectors seeking to navigate this vibrant space effectively.Why Consider Investing in…

Hunters On-Chain goes free to play with their latest update, offering everyone a chance to try out this play to earn, quick paced, combat game. Every new player without a Hunter receives a free, common Hunter that will be bound to their wallet unless it gets used in the game. Hunters On-Chain brings their free to play feature online, letting anyone join the game and giving first time players a free, common Hunter to play with. These Hunters will be locked in the player’s wallet, though they can be moved if they are played in game on 14 different days.…

A U.S. District Judge in California issued a judgment on Wednesday in favor of Yuga Labs, creators of the popular Bored Ape Yacht Club, against Ryder Ripps (“Ripps”) and Jeremy Cahen (“Cahen”) and awarded Yuga Labs over $1.5 million in damage, the amount the court said Ripps and Cahen made in profits from the sale of Ryder Ripps Bored Ape Yacht Club which the court said infringed on Yuga Labs’ trademark. According to court documents shared with Decrypt by a Yuga Labs spokesperson, the defendants argued that their use of Yuga’s BAYC trademarks was not infringement but “satire” and “parody.”…

The monthly trading volume of LooksRare, a decentralized non-fungible token (NFT) and digital collectible marketplace, is down 97%, crashing from $71.9 million registered in September 2023 to just $2.1 million in October, Token Terminal data shared by Web3 Academy on October 26, via X shows. LooksRare’s Monthly Volume Tanking, Falls To $2.1 Million In October The unprecedented drop in activity couldn’t be pinned on any particular LooksRare-related event when writing on October 26. This contraction is despite the broader cryptocurrency market recovering, rising as seen by the welcomed expansion of leading assets, including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). According to…

Curious about the buzz surrounding DAOs? You’re in the right place! As we dive into the world of decentralized autonomous organizations, we’ll unravel the essence of these digital entities and why they’re capturing so much attention in the tech community. My name is Zifa, and I am here to decode yet another abbreviation from the cryptosphere. Join me on this enlightening journey! What Is a DAO? A DAO, short for decentralized autonomous organization, is a revolutionary concept hinged on blockchain technology. Instead of having a centralized authority, DAOs function through collective member decision-making. At the heart of a DAO’s decentralization…

Bandai Namco—the Japanese game publisher behind titles like Elden Ring, Dark Souls as well as retro classics like Tekken and Pac-Man—is continuing to conduct research and development in the mobile blockchain gaming sector for the Asia market. Bandai Namco’s SVP of Corporate Development Karim Farghaly shared his stance on blockchain’s potential role in video games—as well as what the studio is exploring in the world of crypto—in an interview with Decrypt at the Esports and Gaming Business Summit in Las Vegas this week. Farghaly, who’s worked under Bandai Namco’s American division for over eight years, shared that the publisher is…

LayerZero recently introduced a bridge token allowing users to move Lido’s $5.5 billion wrapped staked ether (wstETH) token between Ethereum, Avalanche, BNB, and Scroll. There was one small problem, however: LayerZero apparently didn’t wait for Lido DAO’s permission before deployment. LayerZero’s announcement of its omnichain fungible token (OFT) before a DAO vote led some Lido DAO members to feel that the DAO is being strong-armed into approval. While Lido DAO’s power has been a subject of concern lately, one member says the DAO has limited leverage to prevent situations like this one. LayerZero announced its wstETH standard on Wednesday, and…

Holders of CryptoPunk non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are being offered the chance to obtain physical prints of their digital art items, according to an October 26 announcement. The items are being offered as part of a partnership between online art store Avante Art and CryptoPunks brand owner Yuga Labs. The sale will last for only 48 hours. It began on October 26 at 3:00 p.m. UTC and will end on October 28 at 3:00 p.m. UTC. Our print collaboration with @avant_arte is officially live – for 48 hours only.Punk On-Chain is available exclusively to CryptoPunk holders at https://t.co/skT1FKTJgB pic.twitter.com/X657IqdgUT — CryptoPunks…

The “alpha mainnet” for dYdX version 4, along with the debut of its standalone Cosmos-based blockchain, was released today, signaling a notable transition for the leading decentralized derivatives platform. At 1 p.m. EST today, dYdX Chain validators created the genesis block of the dYdX Chain. The activation of the dYdX alpha mainnet marks the first phase in transitioning to dYdX version 4 and its new, community-governed Layer 1 blockchain. The transition incorporated developments across multiple testnets during this year. “After years of development, 5 testnets involving 60+ validators and top tier trading firms, the dYdX Chain has been officially launched…

A protocol designed to use zero knowledge cryptography to verify identities has landed on the Aleo blockchain, a zero knowledge privacy (ZKP) network. The protocol, called zPass, enables users to upload identity documents offline to privacy servers and share anonymous “proofs” to organizations. As a result, these companies do not need to store this data themselves. Users who generate their own proofs can then determine exactly who they share their information with and just how much personal data they wish to reveal. Alex Pruden, Aleo’s CEO, told Blockworks in an interview that zPass represents the implementation of a research paper…