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.

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Peloton’s Robin Arzón Is Building a Web3 Community Around Working Out

The exercise giant's vice president of fitness programming is soon launching Swagger Society, a Web3 lifestyle membership club that aims to foster a fitness community in Web3.

By Megan DeMatteoFeb 24, 2023

Robin Arzón, Peloton’s vice president of fitness programming (James Farrell)

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Electronic Arts Founder Trip Hawkins Joins Web3 Gaming Startup

Hawkins is taking on the role of chief strategy officer for Web3 company, Games for a living.

By Toby Leah BochanFeb 24, 2023

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3AC Liquidators to Sell Multimillion-Dollar Portfolio of Seized NFTs

Teneo, the liquidator for the bankrupt crypto hedge fund, has listed out hundreds of NFTs that are subject to a forthcoming sale.

By Rosie PerperFeb 24, 2023

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Sotheby’s to Auction Neal Stepheson’s ‘Snow Crash’ Manuscript and Digital Collectibles

The auction house is offering the original 1991 manuscript of the sci-fi novel that coined the term "metaverse," alongside a series of physical and digital collectibles.

By Cam ThompsonFeb 24, 2023

The original painting used as the cover art for Neal Stephenson's science fiction novel "Snow Crash." (Neal Stephenson/Bantam/Bruce Jensen/Sotheby's)

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Dapper Labs Ruling Could Spell Trouble for Other Centralized NFT Projects, Experts Say

If Dapper Labs’ NBA Top Shots Moments are found to be securities, the company and its CEO could potentially face civil and criminal penalties for selling unregistered securities.

By Cheyenne Ligon, Cam ThompsonFeb 23, 2023

A selection of NBA Top Shot NFT "Moments." The licensed collection experienced a huge price bubble in its early days - one that still leaves a bad taste in some collectors' mouths. (nbatopshot.com)

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Web3 Music Streaming Platform Audius Integrates TikTok

Audius users can sign up for the application with their TikTok profiles and use the streaming service’s songs in their videos on the social-media platform.

By Cam ThompsonFeb 23, 2023