Web3 Market Recap: Yuga Labs' Meebits Showcase in Berlin, NFT Now's CryptoPunks Documentary Release, and MoMA's Inclusion of Tokenized Art by Refik Anadol ...
NFT Weekly News #26 9th Oct- 15th Oct
NFT News Weekly Update #26
(09/10/2023-15/10/2023)
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Top News 🔝
📌NFT|Meebits Join Yuga Labs' Otherside in Berlin Play-Test (Oct 9)
In Berlin, Yuga Labs showcased Meebits avatars in the Otherside universe, introduced the Meebits-inspired island "Meetropolis", and revealed new concept art. Following the event, Meebits' value rose 9% to 0.98 ETH. An in-depth play-test trailer is anticipated.
📌NFT |Creator Focus: NFT Now Launches CryptoPunk Documentary (Oct 10)
NFT Now has released a documentary on CryptoPunks, an iconic NFT introduced by Larva Labs in 2017 that played a crucial role in the rise of the NFT movement. This project significantly influenced the ERC-721 standard and saw its value soar in 2020 before being acquired by Yuga Labs in 2022. The documentary covers:
Matt Hall and John Watkinson, the creators, discussing how CryptoPunks accidentally ignited the digital art movement.
Larva Labs founders sharing why they transferred the project to Yuga Labs.
The series, 'Punks As Told By CryptoPunks', offers a deep dive into the CryptoPunks story with candid talks and unseen moments.
📌NFT|MoMA Adds Refik Anadol’s Tokenized Art to Permanent Collection (Oct 10)
MoMA has added its first tokenized artwork, "Unsupervised – Machine Hallucinations" by Refik Anadol, to its permanent collection, marking a historic convergence of traditional and digital art realms.
Market Update 📣
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Other News 👀
Web3|Yuga Labs Debuts Bored Ape Yacht Club Open House in Hong Kong (Oct 11)
On November 5, 2023, Yuga Labs will host its first Yacht Club Open House in Hong Kong. This event, following their exclusive ApeFest, aims to introduce the web3 universe and Bored Ape Yacht Club to a broader audience. Notable speakers will discuss the future of web3, gaming, and digital storytelling. CEO Daniel Alegre invites both community members and crypto newcomers to join.
NFT|Community Leader Noah Takes Helm of Gutter Labs (Oct 10)
Prominent community member Noah (@mauloadream) has completed his acquisition of Gutter Labs, the company behind Ethereum projects such as Gutter Cat Gang. Committed to rejuvenating the platform, Noah has promised increased transparency, closer community engagement, and a personal investment of $500K. Stay updated with @guttercattimes on Twitter.
Web3|Ferrari Accepts Cryptocurrency in the U.S. (Oct 11)
Ferrari now accepts cryptocurrency as payment for its cars in the U.S. and plans to expand to Europe. The move caters to wealthy clients, some with crypto fortunes. Partnering with BitPay, Ferrari instantly converts crypto payments to traditional currency, mitigating price volatility risks. The company remains committed to its 2030 carbon neutrality goal.
NFT| Ronaldo and Binance Launch Third NFT Drop (Oct 12)
Cristiano Ronaldo and Binance launch a third NFT initiative with 50,000 'CR7 ForeverZone' mystery boxes. Prizes include signed merchandise, Binance Blockchain Week access, and a chance to play with Ronaldo. This continues their previous collaborations aimed at boosting fan engagement.
NFT| Avant Arte & Yuga Labs Transform CryptoPunks into Limited-Edition Tangible Art Prints (Oct 9)
Pudgy Penguins' founder confesses to using misleading marketing strategies, including fake advertising and buying social media engagement, igniting controversy and emphasizing the necessity for ethical standards in the growing NFT market. This event not only jeopardizes the future of Pudgy Penguins but also shines a spotlight on issues of investor trust and regulatory practices within the NFT sphere.