Author: Jeremy Ryan

In the past year, Reddit, the popular social media platform, accomplished a remarkable milestone by minting over 18 million Polygon-based Collectible Avatars. Building on this success, Reddit introduces its latest Collectible Avatars Gen 4 drop, titled “Retro Reimagined.”Retro Reimagined Collectible AvatarsThe “Retro Reimagined” drop offers a diverse selection of artistic interpretations of Reddit’s beloved “Snoo” alien mascot, created by a talented group of artists. Notably, the drop also includes NFTs based on the renowned Cool Cats profile picture (PFP) project and artist Micah Johnson’s famous Aku NFT character. Each of these NFT avatars is a limited edition release, with prices ranging…

Fableborne announces plans for their first NFT sale, with a series of play to mint events leading up to it, allowing players a chance to earn their way to a guaranteed, discounted NFT mint, or even a free airdrop! Fableborne just completed their first closed playtest. And now they’re prepared to reward the top player from the playtest, and offer everyone an opportunity to ‘play to mint’ an NFT from the first release of their upcoming Primordials collection! This first mint is for Fableborne Primordials, 2023 unique, PFP style NFTs. Specifically, Esperkin, magical, companion animals. We don’t know much about…

Everseed opens up a new release to their players, moving the game out of the demo stage, and into the first closed alpha stage. With a new Companion option, new interface, randomized maps, seasonal progression, and in-game currencies, this alpha is a major step forward for this unique, tower-defense based game! Everseed has launched Closed Alpha, with a major update to their plant-based, tower defense game! This release brings Everseed out of the demo phase, and gives us our first glimpses at a new interface and some progressive gameplay. What’s New in Closed Alpha? There is quite a bit of…

Though overall player numbers for web3 gaming continue to grow, not all projects have the success or funding they need to continue to develop and grow. In some cases, such as Neopets, this leads to a shutdown. In other case, such as Star Atlas, it results in a severe downsizing instead. Despite positive trends in the web3 gaming scene, a number of developers are still struggling. There are many factors that could be in play here — overambitious projects, lackluster NFT markets, not enough funding, etc, etc. But whatever the reasons, we have news from two projects this week. Neopets…

This is a general announcement. Products and services referred to here may not be available in your region. Fellow Binancians, Binance is pleased to announce the full launch of its innovative AI NFT generator, which has been rebranded as Binance Bixel. Through this feature, users are given the opportunity to create custom images using artificial intelligence, which can then be minted as NFTs on BNB Smart Chain. All eligible Binance users can now access Binance Bixel without any time limit. Minting AI-generated images as NFTs will require the completion of identity verification (KYC) and involves a nominal 0.008 BNB minting…

Reddit Gen 4 Avatars are getting ready to launch, despite facing criticism from the crypto community. In a bid for the NFT project to claw its way back into fame, Cool Cats are scratching a facet of intrigue into the collectibles. With prices set to fluctuate from $4.99 – $199.99, these Cool Cat-featured avatars are ready to add another captivating level of digital ownership, redefining how users interact and present their digital selves. Note: the most distinguished avatars, numbered 75-125, are the most desirable collectors’ items, infusing an extra touch of exclusivity. We’re participating in @Reddit’s Gen4 Collectible Avatars collection!Our limited-edition series of #RedditCollectibles…

In spite of crypto’s enduring winter and the ever-spiraling NFT market, on-chain generative artwork has seen something of a renaissance in the last year. Now, a new platform with a major backer aims to take on the stalwarts of the space. Led by boutique, curatorial collectives like Art Blocks and globe-trotting experiential collections like Bright Moments, generative art pieces—digital works created by computer code, that are only realized in their final form by a randomized generation that takes place at the time of minting—continue to fetch record prices and regale art world elites. Much of the generative art movement’s success…

Crypto exchange Binance’s nonfungible token (NFT) arm announced the launch of its artificial intelligence (AI) NFT generator that lets users produce custom artworks using AI technology. On July 26, Binance NFT said its AI NFT generator dubbed “Bixel” is now permanently available for its users. According to the trading platform, the tool allows users to generate unique digital art and join the world of NFTs. However, those who wish to use the tool are required to complete the platform’s know your customer (KYC) identity verification process. Binance explained that: “This critical measure is in place to maintain a trustworthy and…

OKX Wallet, the world’s most versatile crypto wallet, has entered into an exciting partnership with Trait Sniper, an innovative NFT analysis tool and trading platform. The integration of the two platforms opens up a world of possibilities for users seeking comprehensive NFT insights and seamless trading experiences. Trait Sniper’s unique feature lies in its trait analysis bot, which scans NFT collections and presents valuable information such as rankings and rarity for each digital collectible. With this integration, OKX Wallet users can now access a wide range of cutting-edge NFT analysis and trading solutions, enhancing their crypto journey to new heights.…

Apparel brand Lacoste is opening up a new virtual store for the summer. Created by retail technology developer Emperia, the digital rendition combines a more traditional immersive retail experience with elements exclusive to holders of Lacoste’s UNDW3 NFT passes. UNDW3 (pronounced “underwater”) is the name of the French brand’s NFT-based loyalty program. The virtual store experience is accessed via Lacoste’s standard e-commerce platform. After entering via the mouth of the brand’s emblematic crocodile, shoppers can explore a tiled boutique before taking the elevator up to an outdoor pool area overlooking a beach. Pieces from Lacoste’s summer apparel collection are available…