Gaming
Bored Ape Yacht Club and Animoca Brands Collaboration Criticized for KYC Requirements
Bored Ape Yacht Club’s new collaboration with blockchain gaming firm Animoca Brands has been criticized for its KYC requirements, breaking away from the privacy-driven ethos of cryptocurrency. “The Hash” crew discusses the “maturation” of the NFT space as partnerships develop with mainstream brands and the possibility of a community-oriented project from this partnership.
Bitcoin Jumps to $40K Following Positive Shift Reported by Putin in Russia-Ukraine Talks
David Gan, OP Crypto founder & general partner, joins “First Mover” to provide his crypto markets update as bitcoin’s price jumps to $40,000 following Vladimir Putin’s statement about a positive shift in the peace talks with Ukraine.
How Gaming Intersects With Crypto Investing, NFTs and More
“New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay ask competitive gaming experts Denver Moore and Cole Rodey about their investment strategies, looking specifically at the gaming community’s involvement in the cryptocurrency space. Plus, a discussion on integrating crypto technology into gaming through NFTs and in-game currencies.
How to Become a Successful YouTube Gamer
Competitive gaming pros “That Denver Guy” Denver Moore and The Rodey Bros’ Cole Rodey chat with “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to discuss their lives in gaming, sharing tips for starting and maintaining a successful YouTube gaming channel.
FTX Hires Former WB Gaming Exec to Lead Gaming Partnerships
Steve Sadin comes to the company from the gaming arm of Warner Bros.
Griffin Gaming Partners Raises $750M for Web 3
Gaming-focused venture capital firm Griffin Gaming Partners has announced a new fund of $750 million that has already logged 16 investments related to Web 3. “The Hash” team discusses the longstanding tension between the gaming community and the crypto space while looking at the possible ways to integrate digital assets in games through features like tradable skins.
Griffin Gaming Partners Raises $750M Fund With Eye on Web 3
The gaming-focused venture capital firm now has more than $1 billion in assets under management.
Lemniscap, Jump Crypto Lead $4M Bet on GameFi Firm metaENGINE
The metaverse publishing platform is looking to attract developers with a slate of Web 3 gaming tools.
Crypto Losses Not Protected in China; India’s Bitcoin Premium
Chinese court reiterates stance that the law cannot cover crypto losses. Chinese tech giant Alibaba offers NFTs as blockchain game rewards. Indian investors hungry for bitcoin despite premium. These stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Warner Music Group Adding Play-to-Earn Games With Splinterlands Partnership
The music giant is adding blockchain-based gaming to its repertoire in an effort to expand revenue streams for its roster of musicians.
