Collectibles

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.