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Nike Acquires NFT Startup RTFKT Studios in Order to ‘Deliver Next-Generation Collectibles’
14.12.2021
Nike, the American multinational footwear and sports apparel company has announced the acquisition of a startup called RTFKT Studios, a firm that leverages non-fungible token (NFT) assets, blockchain authentication, and augmented reality. Nike says the acquisition will allow the company “to...
Thailand Doesn’t Prohibit Crypto Use for Payments but Warns of Price Fluctuation
12.12.2021
Bank of Thailand’s officials say that using cryptocurrency as a means of payment is not illegal. However, they added that users “must be able to accept the risks,” including price fluctuation. Using Crypto to Pay for Goods and Services Is Not Illegal in Thailand Sakkapop...
Over 80% of African Users on Mineplex Reportedly Interested in Buying Goods With Staked Crypto
5.12.2021
A report says over 80% of African users on the Mineplex marketplace have shown an interest in the platform’s commodity staking program since launch. Zero Fee Alternative According to a recent study, over 80% of African users have taken part in the commodity staking program since its launch...
‘Inflation in the News Driven by Rich People’ — Media Pundits Claim ‘Inflation Is Good’ as Americans Struggle With Less Purchasing Power
20.11.2021
Inflation in the U.S. has a large number of Americans worried about the future of their purchasing power as the cost of goods and services has continued to rise faster every month. Reports note that Americans are struggling to pay for child care, groceries, gasoline, lumber, healthcare supplies...
As the Dollar’s Purchasing Power Drops, Janet Yellen Stresses ‘Pandemic Calls the Shots’ for the Economy, Inflation
16.11.2021
Inflation has continued to make the price of goods and services in America rise as the U.S. dollar’s purchasing power is not what it used to be. Meanwhile, the Obama administration’s former economic advisor, Larry Summers, recently told the press that “We’re going to...
Twitter Sets up Dedicated Team to Focus on Cryptocurrency and Decentralized Apps
12.11.2021
Twitter has set up a team to focus on “crypto, blockchains, and other decentralized technologies — including and going beyond cryptocurrencies.” Initially, the team will explore how it can “support the growing interest among creators to use decentralized apps to manage...
Nike's New League Of Legends Sneakers Are Fantastic
10.11.2021
Our up-and-down year of video games x sneaker releases continues, with the latest collaboration being between Nike and the League of Legends Pro League.Read more
NYC Mayor-Elect Wants Schools to Teach Crypto, Says Bitcoin Is New Way to Pay for Goods and Services
9.11.2021
New York City Mayor-elect Eric Adams plans to make NYC the center of crypto and innovation. He says we must open our schools to teach cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, noting that bitcoin is “a new way of paying for goods and services throughout the entire globe.”...
Athletic Shoe Giant Nike Looks Poised to Tackle Metaverse and NFTs: Report
8.11.2021
Nike, the American multinational footwear and sports apparel giant, is getting ready to step into the metaverse and the world of non-fungible token (NFT) technology. Reports show Nike has a few employees “thinking about the metaverse” and a 2019 patent for “cryptokicks”...
How to Invest in LuxFi – the Luxury Asset-Backed NFT Marketplace
5.11.2021
For many people the luxury market is out of reach. However, with LuxFi, that is no longer the case. The platform combines blockchain technology, NFTs, and a luxury goods market open to anyone, anywhere. LuxFi will mark a significant shift in the way luxury goods are traded, and how people acquire...
Reddit Seeks Senior Engineer for Platform That Features ‘NFT-Backed Digital Goods’
25.10.2021
On Friday, American social news aggregation and discussion website, Reddit published a job listing seeking a senior backend engineer for a non-fungible token (NFT) platform. As part of Reddit’s development team, the new hire would help “design, build and ship backend services...
US Inflation Expectations Highest Since 2013, Gas Prices Skyrocket, Supply Chains Buckle
13.10.2021
Americans are still concerned about dealing with inflation, as the cost of goods and services has continued to rise significantly in a short period of time. The Federal Reserve has published the latest Survey of Consumer Expectations report and U.S. households believe inflation will be up 5.3%...
Ukraine Adopts Law ‘On Virtual Assets’ to Regulate Crypto Market
9.9.2021
The parliament in Kyiv has passed legislation determining the rules for crypto-related operations in Ukraine. The law “On Virtual Assets” recognizes cryptocurrencies as intangible goods while denying them the status of legal tender. It also regulates the activities and obligations...
Ethair Market Is Taking on Amazon and eBay in a Move to Revolutionize the World of E-Commerce
8.9.2021
Ethair Market is a next generation online global marketplace where you can trade goods using fiat or cryptocurrency and earn points on every purchase. The marketplace is soon to be launched in the U.S. and Canada, with fiat payments support lined up for 43 more countries. You can earn ETHR tokens...
People Have Strong Feelings About Lawn Mowing Simulator And I’m One Of Them
16.8.2021
Lawn Mowing Simulator is a great idea, and occasionally enjoyable to play, but it too often feels like a tribute to the mechanized economy around landscaping rather than a celebration of chopping grass. I love riding around the yard in an over-engineered mower contemplating the idle passage...
Global Charity Organization Launches Crypto-Based Vouchers for Vulnerable Groups in Kenya, Ecuador
14.8.2021
The global charity organization, CARE, has created crypto-based vouchers that will be distributed to women and select groups in Africa and Latin America. According to CARE, these vouchers will be redeemable for goods, services or cash and linked to the needs of recipients. However, in its statement...
Demon Slayer Knockoffs Lead To Arrests In Japan
29.7.2021
The president of a Yokohama-based wholesaler was arrested for allegedly violating Japan’s Unfair Competition Prevention Act by selling millions of dollars worth of knockoff Demon Slayer merchandise. Read more
Share Buyback Magic: Financial Forecaster Says Stock Market Rally Is All ‘Smoke and Mirrors’
5.7.2021
While the American economy witnesses small business failures across the nation, historical unemployment rates, major issues with the supply chain, countless product shortages, and the cost of goods and services inflating, the stock market continues to rally. The CEO of the Forward Thinking Group...
One-Punch Man's Adidas Sneakers Are Very Good
1.7.2021
I’ve been talking a lot of shit about Adidas’ pop culture collaborations of late, so it’s nice to see an upcoming shoe buck this trend by looking absolutely fantastic.Read more
It's Not That Hard Keeping Big Resellers Away From Graphics Cards
18.6.2021
While a Micro Center in Dallas was the scene of some depressing scenes earlier this month, when a huge crowd crushed against the store trying to get their hands on a new GPU, other stores in the chain have implemented far more stringent measures against scalpers and resellers.Read more