Web3

Web3, or Web 3.0, represents the next generation of internet technology, integrating blockchain and cryptocurrencies into everyday online interactions. It's a decentralized online ecosystem where users have control over their data and transactions. Web3 is powered by blockchain networks, providing transparency, security, and trust. It's a key concept in the crypto world, involving various people, from developers and investors to everyday users. Companies are leveraging Web3 to create decentralized applications (dApps), offering users new ways to interact online. Crypto exchanges play a crucial role in Web3, facilitating the trading of digital assets and tokens that fuel the ecosystem. Web3 represents a paradigm shift, offering opportunities for investment, innovation, and the potential to reshape the internet.

Tech

El desarrollo en Web3 continúa siendo fuerte a pesar de la recesión cripto

El fondo de capital de riesgo Telstra Ventures analizó la actividad de los desarrolladores a través de las blockchains de Ethereum, Solana y Bitcoin.

By Brandy BetzAug 2, 2022

Desarrolladores contribuyen a la Web3 a pesar del bear market. (nosheep/Pixabay)

Finance

Web3 Development Remains Strong Despite Crypto Downturn: Report

Venture capital firm Telstra Ventures measured developer activity across the Ethereum, Solana and Bitcoin blockchains.

By Brandy BetzAug 2, 2022

Finance

NFT Exchange Magic Eden Expands to Ethereum

The leading Solana-based non-fungible token platform is taking another swing at OpenSea and embracing Ethereum’s top-heavy NFT ecosystem.

By Eli TanAug 2, 2022

Magic Eden CEO Jack Lu at Solana's phone launch event, June 2022. (Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Finance

CryptoPunks’ Floor Price Surges 10% Following Tiffany & Co. Collaboration News

The collection has seen $2.3 million in sales since Sunday’s partnership announcement, a 2,200% increase.

By Eli TanAug 1, 2022

Finance

Socios Owner Invests $100M in FC Barcelona's Web3 Efforts

Chiliz has acquired a 24.5% stake in Barca Studios, the Spanish soccer giant's digital-content creation arm.

By Jamie CrawleyAug 1, 2022

Camp Nou, Estadio del FC Barcelona. (Tim Roosjen/Unsplash)

Opinion

Why NBA Athletes Are Turning to Web3 to Build Generational Wealth

NFTs and the metaverse may provide a source of income long after players hang up their high tops, says Marcus Bläsche, CEO of Rumble Kong League. This op-ed is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

By Marcus BläscheJul 28, 2022

Finance

Apple Seeking Web3-Savvy Content Marketing Directors

The tech giant is looking for “demonstrated interest in Web 3.0” through a pair of job postings.

By Eli TanJul 28, 2022

Videos

Unstoppable Domains Reaches Unicorn Status After Series A

Web3 digital identity service provider Unstoppable Domains lands $1 billion valuation after a $64 million Series A round led by Pantera Capital with contributions from Polygon, CoinDCX and CoinGecko. "The Hash" panel discusses the immense opportunities in tokenizing domain names and an outlook into the startup's future.

Jul 27, 2022

Opinion

Tribalism, Meritocracy, Money: What Sports and Crypto Fans Have in Common

Both groups love underdogs, too, Columbia Business School professor Omid Malekan writes for CoinDesk's Sports Week.

By Omid MalekanJul 27, 2022

(Leah hetteberg/Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

Finance

Alameda Research Leads $3.25M Seed Round for Trustless Media

The New York-based company lets creators tokenize TV productions with NFTs.

By Eli TanJul 27, 2022

The NFT television landscape is in its infancy. (DPMike/Getty Images)