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NFTs and Metaverse: Activewear and Luxury Brands Embrace Web3 Innovation
6.9.2023
Despite the setbacks caused by the 2022 crypto crash, Web3 continues to intrigue marketers, particularly in the activewear and luxury brand sectors.
Based on the principles of decentralized applications and blockchain technology, Web3 offers ownership of data and digital assets, opening up...
Today in Crypto: SOMA Finance to Offer 'Legally Issued and Compliantly Structured Digital Security', Microsoft Unveils 'Heavy-Metal Quartet' of AI Compilers
6.9.2023
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Flipkart introduces Virtual Worlds for a better shopping experience
6.9.2023
Flipkart, an eCommerce giant, has introduced Virtual Worlds. It is a metaverse that enables customers to shop from a shop without leaving the comfort of their homes. The platform currently displays a list of products from different sellers. However, that will change when Virtual Worlds goes live...
Tax the Metaverse Calls Gain Momentum Following Scholarly Research
5.9.2023
A new research paper from Harvard legal scholar Christine Kim argues that the same tax principles that apply to physical world income should extend to the metaverse.
Christine Kim, a law professor at Yeshiva University, laid out the case for taxing the metaverse in her recent paper "Taxing...
Failure to tax the metaverse ‘will create a tax haven’ — Harvard legal expert
4.9.2023
Harvard scholar Christine Kim writes that income and wealth in the metaverse should be subject to immediate taxation
Casio enters the Metaverse with a digital collectibles trademark
4.9.2023
Casio recently announced its willingness to enter the metaverse. The Japanese tech giant filed a trademark application with the USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office). The tech tycoon is looking to explore NFTs in digital spaces. Mike Kondoudis, a licensed USPTO attorney, talked about...
Meta’s Metaverse Is Finding Its Legs — In Avatars
2.9.2023
Meta’s Horizon Worlds, the metaverse flagship app of the company formerly known as Facebook, is reportedly getting legs as part of users’ avatars in the coming weeks. The functionality is already present in a public test version of the app, but it is only present in Horizon Home,...
Is It Too Late to Buy Rollbit Coin? RLB Price Spikes Up 15% and Launchpad Raises $1.5 Million
1.9.2023
Rollbit Coin (RLB) has been on an epic run since July, surging over 800% in a little over a month to post an all-time high of $0.2131 on August 2.
However, after this parabolic ascent, gravity has taken hold as RLB has cooled off and entered a period of consolidation.
For the past two weeks,...
Navis and FlokiFi partner to pioneer Nanotechnology and AI
1.9.2023
Navis has announced joining hands with FlokiFi to boost its nanotechnology infrastructure. As a part of the agreement, it has locked Navis tokens with FlokiFi. These are worth approximately $300,000. Moreover, 20% of the supply of its native token has been locked for the next 9 months. Navis LP...
Adidas Unveils NFT Artist Residency with Plans for Physical Collaborations
1.9.2023
Adidas /// Studio has announced its very own residency program for "Web3-powered" digital artists.
Also known as the Three Stripes Studio, the streetwear giant stated that the debut 'RESIDENCY by adidas' program is "poised to welcome a diverse array of digital artists hailing from across...
Mark Zuckerberg's Avatar Legs Saga Ends With A Whimper, Not A Bang
31.8.2023
Last year, Facebook (now known as Meta) announced that it was adding legs to its ugly virtual reality avatars. Some people were excited. Now a year later, after Meta promised the legs were coming soon, they are finally (sort of) working inside the company’s depressing digital “metaverse”. Should...
How to host an event in the metaverse
29.8.2023
From pre-event planning to virtual execution, discover the steps to create an immersive and engaging digital experience that captivates the audience
ZTX to Launch Genesis Home Mint with OpenSea and Reward Presale Contributors
25.8.2023
Following a successful presale, a prominent South Korean metaverse initiative, ZepetoX ZTX, has announced the launch of its highly anticipated ZTX Genesis Home Mint in partnership with OpenSea....
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Today in Crypto: Sinapore's Banking Giant DBS Unveils Its Metaverse Concept, UK Explores 'Best Way' to Ban Cold Calling for All Financial Products Including Crypto, SBF's Layers Can 'Make Unlimited Advantage of Visitation Hours'
24.8.2023
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YG Entertainment partners with Karta to power Blackpink The Palace
24.8.2023
YG Entertainment and Karta have joined hands to take the power of Blackpink to Roblox. This will enable the fans of K-pop to hold gatherings in the virtual world. Moreover, they will be able to take selfies with the avatars of their favorite band member. At the center will be Blackpink The Palace...
Exclusive: 'Pioneering' Virtual Rally in Support of Julian Assange to Launch in Metaverse - Not to Replace But 'Heavily' Promote Real-Life Protests, Organizers and Wistaverse Co-founder Said in Interview
24.8.2023
The campaign to stop the extradition of Julian Assange will launch the first-ever virtual political rally this Saturday in the Wistaverse metaverse. The organizers and the Wistaverse co-founder spoke to Cryptonews about the importance of holding a protest in this novel space, the difference between...
Julian Assange campaign to hold metaverse political rally against extradition
24.8.2023
Julian Assange is currently locked in a London jail fighting a four-year court battle against his extradition to the US
K-Pop Superstars Blackpink Launch Metaverse Experience in Roblox – Is The Metaverse Making a Comeback?
23.8.2023
K-pop giant Blackpink is set to go live on the popular Roblox gaming platform with a new immersive experience for Blinks, the group's fans.
"BLACKPINK has come to Roblox for the first time," the event description said.
'Blackpink: The Palace' was built by the metaverse studio Karta...
Dirk Lueth, Co-Founder of Upland, on the State of the MetaVerse, SuperApps, and Web3 Games | Ep. 258
22.8.2023
In an exclusive interview with cryptonews.com, Dirk Lueth, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Upland, talks about how Upland became the leading Web3 Metaverse SuperApp, why the future of web3 gaming will be completely open, and their partnership with FIFA Women’s World Cup. ...
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China to extend its Social Credit System across the metaverse
22.8.2023
POLITICO recently shared a new report offering insights into China’s upcoming plans regarding the online sphere. The report suggests China plans to extend its renowned social credit system across the metaverse. The system will also be applicable to other virtual worlds, showcasing the growing...