Web3

Ghost in the Shell enters the NFT arena with the "AnimeTraits" collection, launching exclusively on SORAH by Animoca Brands Japan on 31 October. Featuring 500 character NFTs from the series, each will be available for 0.018 ETH, giving fans a unique digital collectible from the iconic anime.

Space Nation Inc. revealed a live-action TV series directed by Independence Day director, with plans to fund much of the budget through a token-based economy following the success of 'Space Nation Online.' Is this an innovative funding model or a risky gamble?

Hamster Kombat has released a teaser trailer for Season 2 of its popular Telegram clicker game, aiming to engage its community. This season will focus on game development and publishing, allowing players to take on the role of CEO and create their own gaming studio.

Web3 projects are increasingly integrating Telegram into their user engagement strategies, as seen with the success of games like Hamster Kombat attracting over 300 million users. Robby Yung, CEO of Animoca Brands, predicts that having a Telegram strategy will become essential for onboarding users and expanding reach in the Web3 ecosystem.

Ubisoft is set to launch its first web3 game, Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles, on 23 October 2024, using blockchain technology through the Oasys platform. The game allows players to form teams of mythical Champions for strategic PvP battles, aiming to create an immersive gaming experience.

On Friday, Ethereum restaking protocol EigenLayer faced scrutiny after a suspicious sale of $5.5 million worth of EIGEN tokens, leading to concerns of an insider breach. Traders speculated that an employee or early investor might have bypassed the token lockup period, selling tokens shortly after trading commenced last week and less than a year after the May 2024 airdrop. However, EigenLayer has since clarified that the sale resulted from an external attack rather than internal misconduct.

Visa, a global leader in digital payments, has unveiled the Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of digital payments and blockchain technology. VTAP is set to enable financial institutions to issue and manage fiat-backed tokens on blockchain networks, bridging the gap between traditional fiat currencies and the emerging blockchain ecosystem. This innovative platform will play a crucial role in helping banks bring their services into the digital era by allowing them to experiment and integrate blockchain technology seamlessly into their operations.

Lamborghini and Animoca Brands have teamed up to launch Fast ForWorld, a digital platform where fans can own, trade, and drive virtual Lamborghini supercars across games. Starting in November, users can unlock exclusive features and rewards with the digital Lamborghini Revuelto.