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China activists uses NFTs and IPFS storage to bypass censorship

China activists are using NFTs and Matters, a content sharing platform built on the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) to share images of protests against the country’s COVID-19 lockdown.

OpenSea integrates BNB Chain NFTs

BNB Chain’s integration will allow creators to benefit from real-time payouts, creator payouts, collections management on OpenSea.

ApeCoin DAO launches marketplace for its community

ApeCoin DAO partnered with Snag Solutions to launch an NFT marketplace specifically for trading Yuga Labs NFTs.

Macy’s launches Thanksgiving Day parade in the Metaverse

Fans can explore virtual galleries and mint virtual gallery passes at the virtual event starting today, Nov. 24 at 9 a.m. EST through Sunday, December 4 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Magic Eden to support Polygon-based NFTs

Magic Eden will roll out a Launchpad and marketplace to provide tools for blockchain gaming publishers building on Polygon using its native token MATIC.

Mattel launches NFT marketplace

Mattel has launched the Mattel Creations Digital Collectibles Marketplace and will hold its first mint on Dec. 15: Series 4 of the Hot Wheels NFT Garage.

Thailand launches NFT experience to enhance tourist experience

Thailand launched an NFT program for tourists to collect NFTs and rewards across five cultural landmarks.

L’Oréal joins hands with Ready Player Me for Web3 beauty NFTs

The beauty NFTs take the form of interoperable hair and make-up looks that can be customized and used across more than 4,000 platforms and apps worldwide.

X2Y2 enforces creator royalties

X2Y2 will enforce creator royalties and remove the Flexible Royalty model that allowed both creators and collectors to both decide on royalties enforced on each collection.

Oracle Red Bull Racing to showcase Azuki NFT on Formula One cars

The Azuki NFT, titled #8494 ‘Lei the Lightning Azuki,’ will be featured in 2022’s race schedule in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 20.

Adidas launches Virtual Gear NFT collection

Virtual Gear features 16 phygital items that can be used as virtual avatars and profile pictures across different Metaverses and identity-based projects.

Manchester United partners with Tezos to gift ‘Club history NFTs to fans

Manchester United is dropping its first NFT giveaway to fans to give them a piece of the club’s history and opportunities to participate in their official Discord channel and future NFT drops.

Sony explores NFTs and blockchain with new patent

Sony just published a patent that indicates it is working on bringing in-game NFTs and blockchain technology to the market.

Cristiano Ronaldo launches NFT collection with Binance

The collection will be launched on the Binance NFT marketplace on Nov. 18, 2022 at 9 a.m. UTC.

Cool Cats and Animoca Brands launch FC football NFTs

‘Cool Cats FC NFTs’ are dynamic NFTs that will change in appearance according to the performance of the football teams.

Nike launches new Web3 platform ‘Dot Swoosh’

.Swoosh was created with the goal to democratize the Web3 experience so the community and Nike can co-create, share and have a stake in the digital world.

OpenSea to enforce NFT royalties after creator backlash

The marketplace said it will continue to enforce creator fees on all existing collections.

Lionel Messi becomes ambassador of Sorare

Messi will work with Sorare to set new standards in how fans connect with clubs and players through new content and fan experiences.

ASICS and STEPN partner to launch NFT-backed running shoes

ASICS announced the launch of ASICS x Solana UI Collection in partnership with STEPN and Solana.

Warner Brothers, HBO, and Nifty’s partner to launch Game of Thrones NFTs

Warner Brothers, HBO, and Nifty’s are launching Game of Thrones NFTs with customisable avatars, digital collectibles and other digital collectibles.

LooksRare updates marketplace to offer optional royalties

LooksRare announced it is joining the zero-royalty bandwagon and will henceforth distribute 25% of platform fees to creators and allow buyers to opt-in to pay royalties at checkout.

DC Comics announces NFT collectible comics launch

The first NFT DC comic collectible, Superman #1, will be available on Oct. 27 in 3,000 minted editions.

Meta and Taiwan LGBT group partner to launch NFTs

To celebrate Pride, Meta is partnering with Taiwan LGBT advocacy group to launch the ‘Pride@NFTea’ collection on Oct. 29.

Reddit hits all-time high in trading volume

Reddit NFT avatars surged on Monday, generating US$ 2.5 million in trading volume and 5,003 avatars sold.

Deadfellaz partners with DraftKings and the NFL for zombie NFT cards

Deadfellaz zombie NFT cards featuring 13 NFL players will drop on the DraftKings’ platform today.

Azuki auctioned gold NFT-backed skateboards for record-breaking $2.5 M

Azuki auctioned off 8 gold plated skateboards embedded with decentralized tracking chips for US$ 2.5 million.

3 million users opened Reddit Vault wallets since launch of its NFT marketplace

2.5 million of those wallets were used to purchase Reddit NFT avatars.

Sims creator reveals Metaverse game details

Will Wright, the game designer behind SimCity and the original Sims announced he is creating a blockchain-powered Metaverse game titled VOXVerse.

Warner Bros. to release The Lord of the Rings movie as NFTs

It comes in a bundle alongside behind-the-scenes footage, photo stills, and AR assets.

Rarible upgrades its marketplace with aggregator feature and DAO model

Rarible upgrades its marketplace with aggregator features and a new DAO voting model.

Rarible debuts NFT aggregator to allow shoppers to compare price across marketplaces

Rarible announced its new NFT aggregator, to help shoppers locate the best NFTs based on prices, status, and auctions that are about to close across several marketplaces.

Toy manufacturer Mattel and Cryptoys announce Masters of the Universe NFT collection

The collection will be released in three waves from November 9 through January 2023 and feature MOTU characters, He-Man, She-Ra and other charcters popular in the 1980s.

Anthony Hopkins’ debut NFT collection broke records, defying bear market

Sir Anthony Hopkins’ debut NFT collection, ‘The Eternal Collection,’ sold out in under 7 minutes as ‘the fastest sell out in OpenSea history.’

Five arrested and charged for the theft of Bored Ape NFTs in France

Investigations of Twitter’s on-chain sleuth ZachXBT proved integral to the arrests.

CNN shuts down NFT project Vault; community accuses it of rug pull

It says the year-old project was initially an experiment.

Solana’s DeGods NFT project updates to 0% royalties

DeGods NFT project announced it has converted its project to a royalty-free model, and that royalties for the project’s spinoffs, y00ts and t00bs NFT projects will also be updated to 0% soon.

Logan Paul’s US$ 623,000 2021 Azuki NFT is now worth US$ 10

Logan Paul claims his US$ 623,000 2021 Azuki Bumblebee NFT is now worth only US$10.

Visa and ShopNEXT partner to launch Web3 loyalty platform

With the program launch, ShopNEXT introduces a new ‘Shop-To-Earn’ model, in which shoppers are incentivized to spend while helping businesses grow.

Blockchain Game Splinterlands hits 10 M packs of Chaos Legion Series cards sold

P2E blockchain video game Splinterlands revealed it sold more than 10 million packs from their fantasy-themed battle game’s Chaos Legion series as of October 6, 2022.

airBaltic enhances its loyalty program with NFT technology

The NFT collection, tilted Planies, features 10,000 NFTs each with a unique cartoon artwork of an airplane with varying traits, and ties its holders directly to its loyalty program and perks.

Blockchain game developer Horizon raises US$ 40M in series A round

Horizon plans to use the new capital to enhance and grow its games and Web3 platforms, Skyweaver, Niftyswap marketplace and Sequence development wallet platform.

Printemps opens its first department store in the Metaverse

The virtual department store is accessible through the Printemps website.

Hugo Boss to launch NFTs and '360-degree Metaverse experience' with Imaginary Ones

The experience includes an NFT collection titled, Embrace Your Emotions (EYE), which aims to encourage everyone to connect with their feelings.

OpenSea marks the end of Q3 with US$144 million in earnings

76% of the earnings went to creators on the OpenSea platform.

Samsung LatinoAmerica launches its ‘House of SAM’ Metaverse experience in Decentraland

Visitors will be treated to a variety of virtual experiences and can win virtual accessories for their avatars.

Sega partners with Double Jump for its first blockchain game

Sega announced it granted IP rights for the Sangokushi Taisen series to Double Jump Tokyo for a new blockchain game.

CryptoPunk 2924 just sold for US$ 4.5 million in ETH amid bear market

This marks the fourth largest NFT sale for a CryptoPunk NFT.

Meta opens NFT sharing for US Facebook, Instagram users

Meta is rolling out the long-awaited NFT sharing feature to allow users to connect their wallets to Instagram or Facebook to cross-share their digital collectibles.

Balmain and MINTNFT launch fashion industry’s first NFT membership program

The Balmain Thread will offer members access to in-person and digital events, community voting privileges, NFT drops and more.

AC Milan scores a partnership with Web3 esports game MonkeyLeague

The football club is the first of its kind to sign a partnership with the game.

Walmart enters the Roblox Metaverse

Walmart is launching two experiences called Walmart Land and Walmart Universe of Play in the Roblox Metaverse.

UNICEF to bring internet access to developing world with NFT fundraising initiative

UNICEF and Giga announced Patchwork Kingdom NFTs to raise funds to provide internet access to schools in developing nations.

Liverpool FC expands partnership with Sorare

Liverpool will collaborate with Sorare on new multimedia content and unique experiences to the fantasy sports game platform.

Azuki NFT creator closes in on a US$30M Series A fundraising

If the funding round closes, it will bring Azuki’s valuation to US$704 million.

MoonPay partners with Universal Parks & Resorts to launch 7 million NFTs this Halloween

MoonPay hopes to onboard more people to the Web3 world this Halloween.

PGA Tour and Autograph to launch NFT marketplace

The golf-themed NFT marketplace will highlight golf icons and their important moments in sports history.

RLTY, The Fabricant and WoW to host fashion event in Decentraland Metaverse

The three-day Metaverse fashion event is called ‘Synth Ave’.

ELLE Décoration France introduces their NFT exhibition with SuperRare

The D3SIGN CAPSULE NFT collection was created to usher the journal into the Web3 future.

Fortnite developer Epic Games marketplace launches first NFT game

Blankos Block Party is the first NFT-powered game to launch on the Epic Games Store.

Chipotle and Roblox drop new menu item in the Metaverse

Chipotle and Roblox rolled out garlic guajillo steak to menus in Chipotle’s U.S. and Canadian stores and in the Metaverse.

Jim Carrey reveals secret NFT collection under alias ‘String Bean’

Carrey explored art, fame and value with his secret NFT drop on Foundation.

Wrangler Jeans announces Web3 partnership with Deadfellaz

The partnership promises to bridge Web2 and Web3 with an interactive storyline featuring the two brands.

Chicago Bulls to launch NFT artwork reimagining its logo

The 1-of-1 NFTs will be available exclusively on the Coinbase NFT platform on September 22.

Doodles raises US$ 54M at US$ 740M valuation

Doodles will use the new funds to develop NFTs and expand its presence in the music, entertainment and gaming industries.

Starbucks introduces its block-chain based loyalty platform and NFT community, Starbucks Odyssey

Customers can start joining the wait list for the Starbucks Odyssey experience, which is scheduled to launch later this year.

Sony Music to embrace Web3 with new NFT trademark applications

The new filings will cover artists’ audio and video backed by NFTs.

Johnnie Walker to drop Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Dundas NFTs today!

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Dundas will launch 75 limited edition NFT Master Sets on BlockBar.com

Sorare partners with the NBA and NBPA to launch an NFT fantasy basketball game

The game is expected to launch in time for the upcoming 2022-23 NBA season, which begins in October.

Puma pounces into Web3 with its debut Metaverse experience

The sports apparel company launched a Metaverse website called PUMA Black Station to offer an interactive portal for consumers to connect with the brand’s Web3 activations.

Dust Labs raises US$ 7M as its y00ts NFT collection launches

Solana-based NFT startup Dust Labs announced a US$.7 million fund and the launch of its y00ts NFT collection .

Doja Cat launches second NFT collection with JBL

The phygital NFT collection will offer holders access to the Doja’s performance at JBL Fest 2022, AR simulations, discounts to JBL products and other perks.

Bill Murray charity NFT project exploited for nearly US$ 175K

The culprits have yet to be identified.

Nifty Gateway launches ‘Publishers’ storefront for curators

The new platform will enable users to curate NFT drops and sell them through their own Shopify-like storefronts.

ConsenSys to launch free ‘green’ NFTs on the Ethereum Mainnet post Merge

ConsenSys will launch a series of NFTs to celebrate the Merge.

Proof Collective raises US$ 50M and teases future Moonbirds NFT set

Plans for a new Moonbirds spinoff PFP NFT collection dubbed Moonbirds Mythics and tokens were also revealed.

A16z launches free NFT-specific licenses

The NFT licenses aim to provide clarity to NFT creators and holders regarding their IP rights.

FIFA and Algorand to launch NFT football platform

FIFA+ Collect aims to provide NFT collectibles that are ‘cheap, inclusive, and accessible to all football fans.’

Web3 gaming firm Limit Break raises US$ 200M for MMO gaming

Limit Break aims to incorporate Web3 elements in creating the ‘free-to-own’ gaming model.

RTFKT’s Clonex NFT collection reveals plans for ‘forge’ merch drop

Nike and RTFKT’s latest NFTs further bridges the physical and digital realms.

Meta now supports posting of NFTs across Facebook and Instagram

The feature is currently restricted to users in the U.S.

World of Women launches WoWverse with NFT Airdrop

WoW revealed the utility for the capacitors NFTs in the airdrop.

BarrelDAO drops Solana Summer Shandy Beer redeemable with NFTs

Solana Summer Shandy Beer cans feature artwork references to a range of popular Solana NFT artworks, including DeGods, Degenerate Ape Academy, Okay Bears and more.

Reddit airdrops free NFTs to its most loyal users

Users who have earned Karma scores based on their participation on the platform may receive a free ‘Collectible Avatar’ NFT.

M&M’s releases NFT-inspired candy

Mars releases limited-edition M&M’s featuring BAYC NFTs and Kingship logos.

Afterpay drops designer NFT ‘keys’ to New York Fashion Week

The ‘keys’ will unlock exclusive experiences at New York Fashion Week and designer keepsakes.

Historic Manhattan art museum plans to offer NFTs

Museum of the City of New York plans to sell downloadable collectibles, NFTs and application tokens.

Nike, Gucci have cashed in US$ 260M off NFT sales

Leading brands are finding new ways to engage with their customers by offering NFTs and Web3 experiences.

Rare Pudgy Penguin NFT sells for an incredible 400ETH ($625K)

Rare Pudgy Penguin #6873 is a rare, mirrored-trait Penguin PFP with a green background.

The Banksy NFT art collection Radar Rats has incredible utility!

The thrilling undertaking is a collaboration between Banksy, Magic Eden, and the worldwide artwork collective LCD Lab.

Rarible proposes no-fee Bored Ape NFT marketplace

Rarible has proposed creating a Bored Ape centric NFT marketplace after Magic Eden, Snag Solution made pitches.

Funko to launch Power Rangers digital pop on Droppp

All the NFTs are exclusively accessible on Droppp on August 23.

Oklahoma City Zoo is selling NFTs designed by resident orangutan

All proceeds from the auction will go towards the conservation efforts of wild orangutans and other endangered species in the wild.

Anthony Hopkins launches his first NFT inspired by his career and personal artwork

The NFT collection immortalizes Hopkins’ diverse archetypal interpretations of Eternal: The Hero, The Jester, The Lover, The Creator and more.

Samsung to launch new space in Fortnite Metaverse next week

After unveiling virtual worlds in Decentraland, ZEPETO, and Roblox, Samsung is set to launch its Metaverse island in Fortnite.

Yuga Labs grants IP rights to CryptoPunks and Meebits holders

Yuga Labs said the main goal of the move is to do the right thing for the community.

Dapper Labs and Super Bowl champions, LA Rams announce partnership

Dapper Labs will provide LA Rams with NFTs for the entire 2022 NFL season.

Gucci and Superplastic drop final SupperGucci NFT

As part of the announcement, Superplastic also revealed the upcoming release of the Guccighost project in September, along with new experiential art spaces across U.S. cities in 2023.

The Sandbox Metaverse unveils first-ever pop-up in Hong Kong

The Sandbox hopes to continue its growth of its user base in the city.

Jim Carrey releases his second NFT: ‘Goon in Moonlight’

A portion of the proceeds from Carrey’s second NFT sale will benefit another NGO, World Central Kitchen.

Miley Cyrus becomes first guest in Roblox Gucci Town

The Flora Gorgeous Jasmine fragrance marks the fifth collaboration between Gucci and the Roblox Metaverse.

Footage of Nelson Mandela’s release sold as NFTs

250 NFTs that feature never-before-seen footage of Mandela's release from prison on Robben Island in February 1990.

NFT Tech partners with Sony Hawk-Eye Innovations for sports NFTs

The partnership aims to onboard more sports fans to the fast-growing fantasy sports industry.

Coca-Cola launches NFTs with Polygon to celebrate International Friendship Day

Coca-Cola joined the Metaverse and NFT space in 2021 and have launched a few NFT collections to celebrate various important cultural moments ever since.

Prada drops its third installment of Timecapsule NFT series

TheTimecapsule NFT collection shows Prada’s commitment to experimenting new ways to engage with its customers in the NFT space.

Web3 startup to introduce ‘buy now, pay later’ service for gaming NFTs

Halliday hopes to make acquiring gaming NFTs easier.

Latest Lamborghini NFT is a supercar road trip through space

Lamborghini is launching a series of super sports car NFTs with exclusive prizes, including a chance to participate in a special tour of Lamborghini’s headquarters.

Socios.com backs FC Barcelona’s Web3 vision with US$100 million fund

In return, Socios.com will get a 24.5% stake in Barca Studios.

Puma and Manchester City unveil Metaverse kit on Roblox

The two are teaming up to debut Man City's 2022/23 Third kit in the Metaverse to accompany the kit’s real-world launch.

Meta expands NFT support on Instagram in over 100 countries

Meta expands NFT support from select creators in the U.S. to an international userbase.

Green Web3 company OneOf closes over US$ 8M in strategic round to ramp up the development of its NFT marketplace

The new capital injection brings OneOf’s total funds to-date to over US$ 72M.

Muse to release NFT album in the newest chart-eligible format

British rock band Muse’s upcoming album will be released as a limited-edition NFT on the Polygon-powered platform Serenade.

Ledger’s genesis NFT collection sells out in less than 24 hours

The 10,000 Genesis Leger NFTs gave its holders a limited-edition Ledger Black-on-Black Nano X and access to the Ledger Market future drops.

Tiffany’s CryptoPunk NFT pendants to finally hit the markets

The offer is currently limited to only 250 pendants, priced at US$ 50K each.

Miami partners with TIME, Mastercard and Salesforce to launch NFTs

Miami will release the 5,000 NFTs by December 2022, following Ethereum’s transition to a proof-of-stake system.

Hello Kitty and Friends NFTs are coming to the RECUR platform

Hello Kitty and friends are bringing a globetrotting NFT experience powered by RECUR and Saniro.

Square Enix partners with Enjin to create Final Fantasy VII digital collectables

The digital collectibles will officially launch in 2023, while the FFVII anniversary figurines are available for pre-order today.

Usher x Rémy Martin launch exclusive cognac and luxury NFT

The AI powered NFT collection is described as luxury multi-sensory and immersive.

TIME looks to implement NFTs for future magazine subscriptions

TIME magazine has generated over 20,000 TIMEPieces NFTs, generating a US$ 10 million profit.

Swiss luxury watchmaker Franck Muller launches NFT collection with limited-edition timepieces on Binance

Franck Muller launches NFT Mystery Box collection with limited-edition timepieces in partnership with Binance.

Opensea introduces new Solana NFT launchpad

The Solana Launchpad will allow Solana NFT creators to host end-to-end new NFT minting.

Yuga Labs takes users on ‘First Trip’ through the Otherside Metaverse

The platform is still unfinished, and only Otherdeed NFT holders with selected developers have access in this first phase.

Topps launches new NFTs to celebrate MLB All-Star Week

Trading card company Topps is launching a series of Web3 initiatives which include NFTs, giveaways, interactive games and more.

Gatorade NFTs dropping in partnership with OneOf x Vayner3

Gatorade’s debut NFTs focus on celebrating and giving back to young athletes, and its profits will go towards a charity that supports youth sports in underserved communities.

Legendary rock band Goo Goo Dolls launches debut NFT collection

Goo Goo Dolls just released NFTs to celebrate their upcoming tour.

Tommy Hilfiger and Roblox partner for New York Fashion Week

Tommy Hilfiger combines a real-life catwalk in the Metaverse after a three-year hiatus from New York Fashion Week.

CryptoPunks NFT sells for US$2.6M amidst a general crypto bear season

It is the single biggest NFT sale in the last 30 days.

K-pop group Blackpink to hold PUBG mobile’s first virtual concert

Battle royale mobile game, PUBG mobile is hosting its first-ever in-game concert.

Playboy to debut mansion in The Sandbox Metaverse

Playboy is set to launch MetaMansion in the Metaverse and offer holders of its own NFT collection exclusive access and rights .

Care Bears Forever NFTs to launch on Recur to celebrate 40th anniversary

Care Bears will arrive in the Web3, NFT and GameFi space next month with help from Recur!

Axie Infinity NFTs see a 205% increase in sales volume in the last week

The popular play-to-earn game seems to be on track to recovery following the disastrous hack it experienced in late March.

Reddit launches NFT avatar feature and marketplace

The Polygon-powered NFTs aim to ‘empower artists’ and bring Reddit closer to realising its ‘sustainability commitments’.

Gucci ‘s NFT collection ‘The Next 100 Years of Gucci’ goes live

‘The Next 100 Years of Gucci’ celebrates the brand’s heritage and future.

Language learning app Duolingo enters the Metaverse

The language learning app’s green owl will continue to remind learners to do their lessons, but this time, in Roblox.

Coca-Cola drops pride NFT collection: NFTs OUT for LGBTQIA+ Organizations

All proceeds from the auction will go towards South Africa based LGBTQIA+ community organization - OUT.

Chevy’s first NFT auction closed with no bids

Chevy’s first NFT auction closed with zero bids despite coming with a physical Corvette Z06.

Chinese NFT industry players sign new ‘self-discipline initiative’

The initiative is not legally binding and does not 'represent the government’s stance'.

PSG’s Kylian Mbappe joins NFT game Sorare as its first player ambassador

Sorare will also work with Mbappe’s charity IBKM.

Disney and Cinemark to release Thor: Love and Thunder NFTs

Counting down three more days until Thor: Love and Thunder NFTs’ release!

Facebook begins testing Ethereum and Polygon NFTs on profiles

Meta begins testing NFTs with select U.S. creators and joining several wallets to their platform.

Kevin Hart to launch comedy-inspired NFTs and Web3 wallet

Kevin Hart is entering Web3 and the Metaverse with diverse initiatives.

OpenSea’s users’ emails leaked in a recent data breach

If you've shared your email with OpenSea, you are likely to receive more spam mails

Bentley announces launch of sustainable NFTs

Bentley announced the launch of its genesis NFTs on Polygon to help its push the car maker’s goal of achieving end-to-end carbon neutrality by 2030.

NHL partners with Sweet to launch NFT marketplace for hockey collectibles

NHL is set to launch a trading platform to offer gamified, dynamic, video NFTs and more.

Hot Wheels and WAX partner to release NFTs

Hot Wheels is offering redeemable NFTs tied to its physical replicas in four levels of scarcity for fans to collect.

Shopify integrates NFT-gated option for online retailers

The e-commerce giant is making small business shops more exclusive on their platform with the use of NFTs.

Hublot adopts Bitcoin and other crypto payments

Hublot joins TAG Heuer, GUCCI, Balenciaga and other luxury brands in adopting crypto payments.

Eminem and Snoop Dogg turn into Bored Apes in new music video

The music video for ‘From The D 2 The LBC’ shows the rap legends’ Bored Ape Yacht Club PFPs as animated characters.

Cristiano Ronaldo scores Binance NFT Partnership

Soccer legend Ronaldo entered into a multi-year joint marketing agreement with leading crypto exchange Binance to introduce fans to Web3.

Gucci invests US$ 25K in DAO of NFT marketplace SuperRare to start digital art vault

The initiative comes as luxury brands debut their NFTs and experiment with Blockchain applications.

BAYC teams up with Rolling Stone partners to launch limited-edition NFTs

BAYC and Rolling Stones teamed up for the second time to launch two limited-edition NFTs.

Fox creates US$ 100 million fund for its NFT focused shows

The media giant is investing in a lineup of experimental NFT-based TV shows.

Burberry brings back NFTs for Mythical Games' Blankos Block Party

After its first NFT collection sold out like hot cakes within minutes of its launch, Burberry is introducing a new NFT character, accessories and a branded virtual world inside the NFT-based game.

Elton John to auction ‘Rocket Man’ NFTs to benefit AIDS foundation

Elton John dedicates sales of his debut NFT towards helping fight stigma and provide solutions for HIV affected populations.

Meta launches Metaverse digital clothing store

Meta goes full steam ahead with its Metaverse endeavours, the latest being the launch of a virtual designer digital clothing store.

TAG Heuer launches NFT-enabled smartwatch

TAG Heuer launches NFT-displaying smartwatch with Blockchain ownership verification and NFT transferability functions.

Yves Saint Laurent Beauté by L’Oréal’s grand entrance into the Web3 space

YSL Beauté has just embarked on its Web3 journey, starting with the launch of its NFT collection and wallet.

Christie’s and MAPS to host NFT auction to fund scientific psychedelic research

Proceeds from the auction will be donated to MAPS to support their research on psychedelics for mental health and bolster its efforts to legalize alternative medicine to treat mental illnesses observed across the world.

Nickelodeon unveils NFT drop with Recur platform

Nickelodeon launches NFT collection - ‘The 90s called’.

Mattel to release NFTs on the Flow blockchain following Cryptoys partnership

Mattel’s popular IPs like Barbie and Hot Wheels may feature as NFTs in Cryptoys' playable Metaverse

Hyundai Card partners with Like Lion to build its first NFT marketplace

Hyundai Motor Group has been taking multiple steps to expand into the Metaverse this year.

Budweiser and Zed Run gallop into the Metaverse with NFT wearables

Budweiser has partnered with Ethereum-based game platform Zed Run to bring NFTs, competitions, exclusive merch and other perks for holders.

Solana's move-to-earn app, Stepn suffers another series of DDoS attacks after upgrade

The gaming platform was hit with up to 25 million DDoS attacks in the past few hours.

Abu Dhabi to provide free crypto domains for all women living in the city

Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Access Abu Dhabi partnered with Unstoppable Domains to launch this Web3 education initiative.

Apple’s upcoming developer conference sparks rumours of NFT trading cards

Apple might announce NFT trading cards in its 33rd Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) between June 6-10.

Yuga Labs’ BAYC, Otherside Discord servers hacked, over 145 ETH stolen

Another phishing attack on Yuga Labs occured due to hackers being able to access a compromised social media account to share phishing links to the platform’s followers.

Warner Bros. partners with Nifty’s to launch Looney Tunes ‘What’s up block’ NFT collection

Tweety will be the first character featured in the upcoming NFT collection.

Kanye West files Yeezy trademarks intended for NFT and the Metaverse

The rapper has filed 17 trademarks for his Yeezy brand to enter the Web3 space.

Hong Kong classic movie-themed NFT collectibles Cryptyques to launch this month

Cryptyques invites viewers to look back on and connect with Hong Kong’s cinematic past in the golden era.

NYX cosmetics enters The Sandbox Metaverse via diversity hub

NYX is the first makeup brand to integrate into The Sandbox, with its message that makeup has no gender.

Prada to incorporate NFTs in Time Capsule project

Prada is releasing 100 NFTs that correspond to their physical merch from its Cassius Hirst Timecapsule apparel collection.

Onlyfans founder RJ Philips to launch Zoop: an NFT trading card platform on Polygon

Onlyfans expands into Web3 with new NFT card trading platform Zoop, featuring influencers and celebrities.

Gucci builds a virtual town in Roblox

This marks the luxury label’s fifth collaboration with Roblox.

M2E game Stepn to limit services in China, sending its token GMT tumbling

The withdrawal from China sent GMT down to its lowest levels in two months to rank 84th, a steep drop from its place among the top 50 cryptocurrencies in the market in April.

F1 racing star Daniel Ricciardo becomes OKX’s global ambassador

Italian-Australian F1 driver partners with world’s second largest crypto exchange by trading volume.

Ringo Starr to launch his first NFT collection on the Auction Block

Legendary Beatles drummer, at 81, is launching his first NFT collection and will grant access to his virtual gallery to successful buyers.

Elvis Presley enters the Metaverse via a partnership with The Sandbox

Elvis-On-Chain is collaborating with The Sandbox and others to bring the King of Rock and Roll into the Metaverse.

GameStop launches Web3 Ethereum wallet

GameStop’s Ethereum wallet will allow users to store cryptocurrency and NFTs.

Legendary Hall of Famer Magic Johnson to launch NFT collection on NBA Top Shot

The collection will feature 1,600 NFT packs depicting spectacular moments from his career.

EBay partners with Web3 platform OneOf to release hockey legend Wayne Gretzky NFTs

The e-commerce giant is joining a growing list of companies tapping into the NFT market.

Goblintown NFT collection has their moment amid NFT bear market

The goblin-themed PFP NFT collection’s immediate and resounding success is causing people to speculate a larger team could be behind the project.

OpenSea launches new marketplace protocol ‘Seaport’ to allow NFT bartering

OpenSea launched a new marketplace to allow users to barter NFTs with a combination of assets and participate in collection bids.

Snoop Dogg and Steve Aoki to release a joint NFT EP

Snoop Dogg and Steve Aoki are partnering with Galaxy Music to release their debut NFT EP for broader outreach in the Metaverse.

UnicornDAO raises US$ 4.5 million to empower women and LGBTQ+ artists

The DAO has already rallied extensive support from stakeholders of the political space to the Web3 arena.

Sony Music Entertainment launches RCA Records Web3 venture in China

Sony Music aims to bring domestic A&R and local-language artists to the Metaverse, starting with pop sensations Jackson Wang and A-Lin.

Meta files ‘Meta Pay’ trademark applications teasing crypto payments platform

Meta has launched a series of initiatives to join the Metaverse and adopt cryptocurrency plans since its rebranding last October.

Legendary jazz band Jamiroquai partners with The Sandbox to bring ‘virtual insanity’ to the Metaverse

Jamiroquai joins The Sandbox to tap into the Metaverse.

Fender files trademark applications for NFTs and the Metaverse

American musical instrument and amplifier manufacturer Fender files a series of trademark applications to digitize and protect their guitar headstock shape in the Metaverse.

Universal Music Group strikes deal with LimeWire to launch NFTs

Universal Music Group (UMG) entered a partnership with LimeWire for a license to launch NFTs on Algorand Marketplace.

Not Okay Bears NFT collection delisted by OpenSea

A knockoff or parody NFT collection of the successful OkayBears has been delisted by OpenSea, leaving the community divided.

Spotify test runs its NFT gallery

Spotify is starting a test run of its NFT gallery to allow selected users in the U.S. to preview artists’ NFT collections on its Spotify Android app.

The Tezos Foundation launches fund to champion African and Asian NFT artists

Misan Harriman has been entrusted with the task of curating the Permanent Art Collection on behalf of The Tezos Foundation.

Twitch co-founder raises US$ 24 million for Web3 gaming company Metatheory

Funds from Series A round led by Web3 venture capital firms will be allocated for Metatheory’s NFTs, comics and a new play-to-earn game, with its release expected for late 2022.

NBA star Dwyane Wade teams up with Budweiser Zero for NFT collection

The NFTs will promote Budweiser’s non-alcoholic beer and issued across three tiers that vary in rewards and opportunities.

FOMO Lab launches Mr. Bean NFT collection on Ethereum

Will Mr. Bean survive and thrive in the NFT and crypto bear market?

Voyage in Paradise and Rave Republic release first ‘listen-to-learn’ NFT project

The world’s first ‘listen-to-earn’ project is here.

FIFA and Algorand become blockchain partners

Blockchain technology company Algorand to assist global soccer firm to develop Web3 strategies and solutions

Manchester City and Puma team up for NFT drop as part of 93:20 anniversary celebrations

Man City and Puma will release a special edition NFT to feature a limited-edition 93:20 pre-match jersey and 93:20 ULTRA football boots.

Augmented reality platform Overly announces integration with OpenSea

AR platform Overly teams up with OpenSea to bring NFTs into reality.

Starbucks to launch loyalty program based NFT series

Upcoming Starbucks NFT series will verify loyalty membership status and provide special rewards to holders.

Pepsi to debut women leaders focused NFTs at 'Strength of a woman festival' this weekend

Pepsi is back with another NFT collection to honour pop culture and female representation in Web3

VeeFriends announces partnership with Johnnie Walker to offer utility NFTs

NFT Holders of Gary Vee-backed project will receive exclusive offerings and attend the world’s first NFT-ticketed conference.

Mercedes x FTX partner to launch an F1 NFT series

The NFT series theme will revolve around the upcoming Miami Grand Prix and other races throughout the 2022 race calendar.

Bored Ape raises US$ 320 million from virtual land sale in its Metaverse

Yuga Labs NFTs that give holders access to virtual lands in their metaverse gaming platform "Otherside." sold out over the weekend.

McLaren Automotive turbocharges into the Metaverse

McLaren sends its brand to the Metaverse with its latest project

Chinese sportswear brand Li Ning buys Bored Ape license to create NFT themed products

Beijing-based Li Ning licensed Bored Ape Yacht Club #4102 and will release a clothing line featuring images of the NFT with all derivative open rights

Decathlon releases its first NFT sneakers for street football fans

Decathlon partners with football world champion and energy-efficient blockchain to create latest NFT sports collectibles.

Hyundai partners with Meta Kongz to enter the NFT market

The South Korean automaker released a short film to announce the company's 'Metamobility' vision.

Absolut Vodka sets up Coachella Metaverse experience

Absolut launches Absolut.Land to bring Coachella fans together in series of virtual and physical experiences in the Metaverse.

Advertising agency launches NFT campaign to free jailed Egyptian women unable to repay loans

Horizon FCB partnered with Children of Female Prisoners Association (CFPA) launches NFT campaign steps up as one of the first to utilise NFTs for fundraising to alleviate social issues.

Louis Vuitton launches a new PFP avatar NFT collection

Louis Vuitton's new game offers NFT collectibles that features the brand's avatar, Vivienne which can be used across social platforms as NFT PFPs.

Coinbase is creating a film trilogy starring Bore Ape Yacht Club NFT characters

The film aims to bolster community participation by allowing Bored Ape Yacht Club owners’ NFTs to feature in the films.

What is Sorare and how does it work?

Exploring Sorare – a play-to-earn game transforming online football fandom since 2018.

World of Women partners with The Sandbox for female empowerment in the Metaverse

The Sandbox is investing US$25 million in the joint initiative to push female inclusion in the Metaverse.

Bored Ape owner sues OpenSea in a US$ 1million lawsuit over ‘stolen’ NFT

The Texas-based victim filed the lawsuit in a U.S federal court late last week.

Axie Infinity’s P2E system and its dilemma

Since the crash of its in-game currency (LPT)in January, players have abandoned the game in search of alternatives.

Bandai Namco invests US$130M in creating its IP metaverse

Dark Souls and Elden Ring Japanese publisher reveals strategy to connect all games on its platform.

Nike sues StockX over NFTs

Nike and StockX locked in litigation over potential trademark law breach. This marks the latest in a series of intellectual property lawsuits launched in the Metaverse.

Into the Metaverse: Dubai-based company to launch mixed-reality restaurant

Dubai company announces a project that offers a glimpse into how life could be in a Metaverse future.

Ferrari races into the NFT space with Velas Network partnership

Italian carmaker Ferrari has signed a long-term deal with a Swiss blockchain company, Velas Network AG, to produce its own digital collectibles.

Sega acquires new Sega trademark and logo for 'Sega NFT' in Japan

Sega indicates that an Sega NFT collection auction could happen in the future.

Fashion brand, Gap zips into NFTs

Gap digital collectables are designed by Brandon Sines and are built on the energy-efficient Tezos blockchain.

Chains NFT could be the first jewellery store on the Metaverse

Founder hopes they can forge partnerships with more prominent brands.

HolyShxxt!! Hong Kong's first NFT with football management simulation GameFi prepares for launch

Its football management game would drop three months after NFT minting is complete.

Konami to celebrate Castlevania’s 35th anniversary with NFT drop

Fans are not thrilled with the announcement

South Korea's presidential candidate plans to raise funds with NFTs

Lee Jae-myung Democratic Party of Korea's nominee - aims to raise campaign funds with NFTs in time for the presidential elections on March 9.

Ezek collaborates with Jay Chou's PHANTACi to launch debut NFT collection

Taiwanese musician Jay Chou is the latest addition to the list of celebrities to join the NFT space.

Pepsi rolls out NFT collection

Pepsi gave out 1893 unique NFTs for free to mark its birth year.

PwC Hong Kong enters The Sandbox Metaverse

The Hong Kong branch of the auditing firm expands into The Sandbox’s Metaverse.

Chinese news agency Xinhua to release NFTs

Official Chinese state news agency, Xinhua, announced that it would issue an NFT collection to commemorate events of the year

UK non-profit organization announces new healthcare-focused Metaverse

DeHealth's plan would use the Metaverse to transform doctor-patient interaction.

Ryuichi Sakamoto's musical NFTs up for sale

Japan's very own Ryuichi Sakamoto has released NFTs of his music.

Nivea's debut NFT launch was a sweeping success

All 15,000 NFTs of Nivea's "The Value of Touch" collection were claimed in three days.

First-ever Wikipedia edit auctioned off as an NFT

Co-founder Jimmy Wales turned the site's first edit into an NFT and sold it for US$750,000

Michael Jordan and son to launch Web3 platform, HEIR

Legendary ex-basketballer Michael Jordan and his son, Jeffrey Jordan, are launching a Web3 platform after starting a tech company.

GigLabs releases new app that allows Shopify stores to sell NFTs

GigLabs develops a new Shopify app for minting and selling NFTs with BreakingT and Infinite Objects on Flow blockchain.

The Sandbox licences index game to create content for its Metaverse

Popular Metaverse game, The Sandbox, commissions Hong Kong gaming studio to replicate the iconic Kowloon Walled City on its Metaverse.

Starbucks announces plans to upgrade its existing loyalty program

Starbucks is looking to improve its loyalty program with a blockchain and cross-brand rewards double.

NFT pet game DOGAMÍ gets financial backing from big industry names

Ubisoft and others pumped US$6 million into the Tezos-based game.

Disney to release NFT collectibles with VeVe

Disney fans can purchase, sell and trade official NFTs from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars on the VeVe digital collectibles app.

Marco Glauvino launches first NFT collection, featuring supermodels, politicians

Famous photographer Marco Glauvino debuts his NFT collection – Beauty and the Beast, in partnership with the Pinhole.Art digital art gallery.

Taiwanese chicken shop NFTs takes flight

Shiyun fried chicken shop puts up broccoli NFT, with its bidding price valued at US$50,000 as of Monday evening.

Chinese media continues to warn about NFTs amid the NFT boom

The People’s Daily - a Chinese State-run newspaper - argues NFTs, hinting at a possibility of fraud, with the recent price increase of digital art.

Fear rises as India’s Parliament discusses new cryptocurrency bill

NFT industry shows concern, as India's Parliament discusses a new bill to regulate cryptocurrency.

Christie's collaborates with OpenSea for first of its kind NFT auction

Christie's collaborates with OpenSea — the world's leading NFT marketplace — to curate Christie's first-ever on-chain NFT auction.

Miramax Sues Quentin Tarantino Over ‘Pulp Fiction’ NFTs

The director announced the project, which will include scenes from a script that were cut from the 1995 Oscar best picture nominee, earlier this month.

Meet the 32-year-old artist who made over US$1 million in 9 months from selling NFTs

Amrit Pal Singh, a Visual artist and 3D illustrator from India with a career spanning over nine years. He explains how NFTs have been transformative for him.

Commonwealth Bank pushes into crypto with Bitcoin, Ethereum trading

Commbank will allow customers to trade and store cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Warner Bros. plans The Matrix Resurrections NFT project

The studio and partner Nifty's will sell 100,000 unique Matrix-inspired avatars with buyers given the option to transform them by taking a "red pill."

Quentin Tarantino revealed as artist behind first-ever Secret NFTs

Quentin Tarantino is making his first foray into the world of NFTs.

Facebook bets big on Metaverse future

Facebook CEO Zuckerberg renames company Meta, outlines vision for the Metaverse.

McDonald’s offers digital token ‘Big Mac Cube’ in Shanghai

The fast-food company creates a limited number of the digital tokens in partnership with Cocafe and blockchain platform Conflux.

Hong Kong’s first digital art fair puts NFT, crypto in centre stage

Digital Art Fair Asia is the first-ever art fair in Hong Kong featuring world-class NFT digital art and an immersive art experience.