Web3
Sky Mavis Co-Founder on Axie Infinity's Apple App Store Debut in Key Markets
Axie Infinity's AXS token is paring some gains after surging over 12% earlier this week, as Axie Infinity: Origin, a new card-based strategy game, debuted on the Apple App store in key markets. Jeffrey 'Jihoz' Zirlin, co-founder of Axie Infinity creator Sky Mavis, discusses the launch and the future of Web3 gaming.
Endaoment CEO on Web3 Charitable Fundraising Efforts
On-chain charitable funding platform Endaoment has teamed up with international non-profit network GlobalGiving to grow its directory of nonprofits that will accept cryptocurrency and NFT-derived donations. Robbie Heeger, Endaoment CEO and President, joins "First Mover" to discuss the partnership and the role of crypto and Web3 in charitable giving.
Pudgy Penguins CEO on Web3 Mass Adoption Outlook
Fresh off a $9 million funding round, Pudgy Penguins CEO Luca Netz discusses the road to mass adoption. "IP is going to be the trojan horse for really bringing hundreds of millions of people in to crypto and into Web3," Netz said.
Chia Network CEO on Web3 Gaming Industry
Chia Network CEO and President Gene Hoffman joins "First Mover" to discuss the state of Web3 gaming and the current landscape for how the traditional gaming industry views Web3 technology. Plus, the latest on the blockchain and smart-contract platform's registration to the SEC for a proposed initial public offering (IPO).
MeWe CEO on the Future of Privacy-Focused Social Networks
Social networking app MeWe is taking measures to help its users take control of their identity data. MeWe CEO and Chairman Jeffrey Edell joins "The Hash" to share insights into bringing the Frequency blockchain's self-sovereign identity to MeWe's 20 million users and the importance of privacy protection. Plus, his take on the future of Web3 in Hollywood.
CoinMarketCap Launching 'Shark Tank'-Inspired Crypto Competition TV Show
Crypto price tracking site CoinMarketCap is diving into the world of reality TV, releasing a crypto competition show called "Killer Whales" that draws inspiration from the popular TV series "Shark Tank." The show will allow entrepreneurs to pitch ideas for new Web3 products and projects to a panel of judges. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest move potentially bringing Web3 to the mainstream.
Yuga Labs CEO: 'The Metaverse Is Not New'
Yuga Labs' new CEO Daniel Alegre discusses at Consensus 2023 why he thinks gamers want to participate in the creative environment of gaming and be a part of the Web3 ecosystem. Plus, why he thinks users will flee if they think that the metaverse and Web3 are just about swindling them out of money. "The reality is the metaverse is not new,” he said.
Studio LOGIK Founder on Web3 and Art
Studio LOGIK founder Julian Gilliam joins CoinDesk's "Why Web3" special in Austin, Texas, to discuss how art can be a catalyst for mainstream Web3 adoption. Plus, insights on granting decentralized access to Web3 as tech giants like Google are moving into the space. And, the significance of diversity in Web3 and his Japanese language school.
'Space Junk' Actors on Working on a Web3 Cartoon
At the world premiere of "Space Junk" at Consensus 2023, stars Jon Heder ("Napoleon Dynamite," "Blades of Glory") and Tony Cavalero chat with CoinDesk's Doreen Wang about their experiences working on a Web3 cartoon. "Space Junk" is Toonstar's community-driven animated series created by Dom Russo ("Workaholics"). Plus, they share their crypto genesis stories.
