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Anichess, a community-driven, free-to-play chess gaming company and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, has launched a new non-fungible token collection on the Ethereum blockchain network. The highly anticipated non-fungible token series has gone live on Magic Eden, one of the largest cross-chain NFT marketplaces. In this article, we shall explore more about this NFT collection. Anichess Ethernals NFTs Go Live On Magic Eden In a July 03 blog post, the Magic Eden NFT team confirmed that the Anichess Etherenals NFTs have successfully gone live on its platform. Magic Eden is one of the leading NFT marketplaces, primarily known for its dominance on the Solana blockchain, but now also supports other chains like Ethereum and Bitcoin. It allows users to buy, sell, mint, and manage NFTs. It’s also expanding into a broader web3 platform, offering Features like token trading, swaps, borrowing, and lending. Magic hits the board 🧙‍♂️♟️ Anichess Ethernal...

Elon Musk was told that he “has no friends and will die alone” during an ill-advised, abuse-filled gaming livestream on Saturday. Musk had planned to stream himself playing Path of Exile 2 onboard his private jet to prove the effectiveness of Starlink’s in-flight WiFi capabilities. However, the well-intentioned experiment soon degenerated into a merciless abuse fest that eventually forced the controversial DOGE head to abandon the showcase. The stream begins in sedate fashion with Musk fiddling with his phone in the dimly lit cabin. However, within barely five minutes, the abuse had started. “ Please jerk off Mr. Trump so he dies of a heart attack ,” wrote one user. This opened the floodgates and users with names like “ELON_IS_A_PEEDOPHILE” and “ELON_MUSK_IS_PATHETIC” weighed in to tell him, “You have no friends and will die alone” and “Deep down you will always be cringe no matter how much money or power you have.” Others...

Integration of NFTs in Gaming The integration of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) in gaming is revolutionizing the industry by introducing true digital ownership, interoperability, and new economic models. Unlike traditional in-game assets, NFTs allow players to own, trade, and monetize their virtual items across different games and platforms. Key Benefits of NFT Gaming True Ownership – Players have full control over their in-game assets, which exist on the blockchain rather than being confined to a single game. Interoperability – NFT-based items can be used across multiple games, enhancing cross-platform experiences. Play-to-Earn (P2E) Models – Gamers can earn NFTs or cryptocurrencies through gameplay, creating real-world value. Scarcity & Collectibility – Limited-edition skins, weapons, and characters increase engagement and asset value. Decentralized Marketplaces – Players can buy, sell, or trade NFTs on blockchain-based marketplaces without relying on centralized game publishers...

Chinese public game developer Linekong Interactive plans to purchase $6 million in Bitcoin and Ethereum. In a regulatory filing with the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong on Jan. 21, Linekong Interactive proposed a revision of its previously approved transaction to buy up to $5 million in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Now, the Hong Kong-based game developer wants to increase that cap to $6 million, citing the rapid rise in crypto prices. “The company believes these revisions would provide flexibility to the board in capturing fleeting opportunities in the highly volatile crypto currency market.” Linekong Interactive You might also like: China crypto bans: a complete history Once the company gets approval from its shareholders, it will need to re-comply with relevant provisions, including reporting, announcement, circular, and independent shareholders’ approval requirements, the filing reads. A circular, containing details of the proposal, is expected to...

Animoca Brands will become a validator for the Chiliz Chain as the venture capital firm looks to capitalize on the SportFi ecosystem. Venture capital firm Animoca Brands will put its weight behind fan token blockchain Chiliz Chain as it joins the network as a validator within its proof-of-stake authority protocol. Chiliz Chain is the backbone of Socios.com, the platform that operates a plethora of fan tokens for some of the biggest global football and sports teams. Europe’s most loved football clubs and a number of household sports brands have tapped into the solution to power Web3 fan tokens and other blockchain-based offerings. Animoca Brands co-founder Yat Siu says the partnership presents an opportunity for his firm to combine its expertise in nonfungible tokens (NFTs) and gaming with Chiliz’s focus on sports and entertainment-focused blockchain solutions. “We have already seen the rise of DeFi and GameFi, and we believe that SportFi represents the next major growth area that will...

Polygon overtook Hive for the second spot last month, with the Hunters On-Chain RPG partly driving the growth in unique active wallets. Surging user activity on Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution Polygon in March saw the network become the second -largest Blockchain Gaming network in terms of unique active wallets (UAWs). According to the “ Blockchain Games Report” published by decentralized application (DApp) analytics platform DappRadar, the number of UAWs engaging with Games on Polygon hit 138,081 in March, marking an increase of 53% from February. That figure places Polygon well ahead of third and fourth-ranked Hive and BNB Chain at 84,000 and 80,000 UAWs, respectively, while first-placed Wax is well ahead of the pack with 314,000 UAWs. “Polygon, a blockchain previously known for DeFi DApps, overtook Hive this month and secured the second spot. This is a positive sign for Polygon, as it is now gaining recognition as a gaming blockchain,” the report reads. A significant amount of ...

The travel industry can create a new wave of mass adoption in Web3, and over 140 companies are already working on it. The travel industry has long been a behemoth, catering to the diverse needs of nearly 2 billion digitally savvy users each year. When it comes to technological innovation, however, it has remained a sleeping giant.  That is, until now. The industry is finally waking up to the transformative power of Web3 technologies and stands on the precipice of a profound revolution that will reshape the way people travel. This shift is not just about shaking up a colossal $850-billion business — it goes far beyond that, and focuses on leading a path toward simplicity, efficiency and standardization that is long overdue. Total users in the travel industry are expected to exceed 2 billion by 2024. Source: Statista The future of the travel industry is here Imagine a world where changing the name on a ticket or registering a pet for a flight becomes hassle-free, streamlined and efficie...

Real-world items are increasingly being tied to nonfungible tokens — and it’s a trend that’s set to shake up the world of gaming. The NFT market is continually evolving — and there’s one intriguing trend that’s enhancing their utility even further: tying digital assets to real- world items . Some applications have been more tongue-in-cheek than others. Charmin got in on the action by transforming toilet rolls into digital art, accompanied by a physical display that could become the centerpiece in the owner’s bathroom. On the other end of the spectrum, CryptoPunk holders were given the chance to transform their avatars into bespoke Tiffany & Co. pendants, in which a small number of nonfungible tokens were sold that entitled the owner to an exclusive piece of physical jewelry, which sold out in a blink. Linking NFTs to rare collectibles can also have advantages. Vintage bottles of Japanese whiskey recently made the leap, with tokens verifying authenticity and ownership. Under this ...