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IOTA Creates Payment System Compatible With Any App or Game
A developer has revealed that IOTA, a distributed ledger protocol created by the IOTA Foundation, has been integrated into a payment system, which can be utilized in any app or game. Expressly, it functions seamlessly on all platforms, cush as Xbox one, WebAbb, Windows, Android, Playstation 4, Linux, and iOS, among others.
GameStop Launches Self Custodial Wallet for Crypto, NFTs
Video game retailer, GameStop Corp is advancing its reach into the Web3.0 ecosystem with the launch of its new digital currency wallet
Mythical Games Unveils Mythos Foundation DAO, Mythos Token to Democratize Web3 Gaming
Mythical Games enlisted 22 partner companies and several big-name advisors in an effort to bring decentralization to Web3 gaming through the launch of the foundation and the token.
BinaryX Introduces Cyber Incubation Fund to Support Blockchain Games
BinaryX launches a new 220,000 BNX Cyber Incubation Fund, aimed at driving the growth and adoption of Web3 games.
Axie Infinity Dominates Crypto Games Sector: Crypto Head
The Crypto Head report added that Axie Infinity has a diluted market cap of almost $16 million - which is more than $10 million than third-placed Decentraland.
Animoca Brands subsidiary Darewise Entertainment Secures US$3.5M for Bitcoin Metaverse Ecosystem Token
Darewise Entertainment raised US$3.5 million via a token pre-sale on 17 October 2023, ahead of its Bitcoin metaverse ecosystem token launch, aimed at enhancing the development of its game Life Beyond. With significant backing from notable investors and strategic support from Horizen Labs for a 2024 token release, the project marks a substantial stride toward creating a Bitcoin-powered gaming metaverse.
Metacade's Community-Driven GameFi Platform Raises Over $10M in Presale
Play-to-earn favorite Metacade continues to draw investor attention after raising more than $10m, as it now enters the penultimate stage of the presale. With confirmed listings on Bitmart and Uniswap due after the presale ends on the 30th of March, there are only 16 days left before the token goes public.
GameFi Industry Expected to Reach $2.8B by 2028
A study shows the growth and adoption of the crypto GameFi business are expected to make the game-earning NFT gaming industry reach $2.8 billion by 2028.
Korean Government Reportedly Asks Google and Apple to Remove P2E Gaming Apps
Crackdowns targeting blockchain and cryptocurrency affiliated entities are taking a new twist in South Korea as the government has started blocking play-2-earn (P2E) gaming apps.
Hong Kong-based Startup Animoca Brands Increases Shares in Kikitrade to Deepen Partnership
Following Kikitrade's plan to widen its participation in the blockchain gaming and non-fungible token market, Hong Kong-based startup firm Animoca Brands has increased its shareholding to become the second-largest shareholder.
Donald Trump's NFT Trading Card Collection
On Dec. 15, 45,000 self-themed trading cards were released for $99 apiece. The collection has generated approximately $1.2 million in secondary sales. Sewer Pass NFT transactions on secondary markets are strong. #NoNeoNFT emerged when the company's Solana network NFT collection failed. NUS claims the HaptGlove simulates touch and grip more realistically than conventional gloves.
Metacade’s Highly Anticipated MEXC Listing Confirmed For 4th May
Metacade, the exciting new play-to-earn GameFi platform, continues its ascent as one of the most promising prospects in the space after announcing their listing date for MEXC Exchange at 09:00 UTC on the 4th May.
Walls Street's GameStop Battle With Reddit Page r/wallstreetbet Highlights Need for Decentralized Bitcoin
As the duel between institutional Wall Street short-sellers and members of Reddit group r/WSB rages on, many are noticing the censorship-free nature of Bitcoin and crypto.
Tokens.com Corp Launches Hulk Labs, Focusing on GamFi and NFT
Toronto-based publicly-traded Blockchain technology company Tokens.com Corp has launched Hulk Labs, a platform focusing on Crypto gamefi and NFT investment.
GameStop Shares Surges 26% after Announcing Entry into NFT, Crypto Markets
GameStop said the company is entering the NFT market. Its shares on the Nasdaq exchange, GME, rose 26% in after-hours trading after the announcement.
GameStop Sacks CFO, Lays Off Multiple Employees in A Fresh Turnaround Plan
GameStop has laid off several employees in the middle of a turnaround plan aimed to help the firm to cut down on costs and grow profit.
The First Pocket Gamer and Blockchain Gamer Connects Hong Kong Wows the Crowds
The temperature outside may have been in the high 30s, but that was nothing compared to the white-hot talks and meetings taking place inside Hong Kong’s awesome Cyberport venue on 17-18 July, at Steel Media’s inaugural Blockchain Gamer Connects and Pocket Gamer Connects in East Asia.
Bybit-Backed Gaming Platform Enters the Web3 World for Enhanced Experience
Yeeha Games, a $50 million-funded GameFi platform backed by crypto exchange Bybit, has entered the Web3 world to act as the bridge between gaming and finance (GameFi) and traditional gaming.
Why Upland’s Virtual Land NFTs Are The Future Of Crypto
The asset class of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) is quickly growing and coincides with the rise of parallel worlds where people are spending more of their time and money.
Cypher Capital Rolls Out Worth $100m Blockchain and Digital Assets Fund
To expand the blockchain ecosystem, UAE-based venture capital firm Cypher Capital has launched a $100 million seed fund with a special interest in digital asset investments.
NEAR Protocol Expands Gaming Ecosystem with Vortex Gaming Partnership, Strengthening Web3 Integration
NEAR Protocol has expanded its gaming ecosystem by partnering with Vortex Gaming, a Web3 subsidiary of INVEN, Korea's largest game media and community. This collaboration aims to attract more users and companies to the NEAR ecosystem while strengthening the NEAR game ecosystem. INVEN, with a monthly active user count of 7.2 million, brings valuable expertise and content to the partnership.
Metacade Token Sale Advances to Stage 6 with $9.3m Sold and Only 2 Stages Left
GameFi arcade project Metacade has continued to see a phenomenal response to its MCADE token presale, with 5 stages selling out and an impressive $9.3m raised to date. This leaves only two rounds before the presale closes and the hotly anticipated token finally lists on public exchanges.
Top Coins to Watch This Week: BTC, ADA and LRC
The trend set by digital currencies has given a new leap to many cryptos and here are those picked out to watch this week.
Bitget U30 Hackathon Recognizes Budding AI and Blockchain Innovators
Bitget’s Under 30 Virtual Hackathon, a part of its Blockchain4Youth initiative, concluded on October 16, 2023, showcasing exemplary AI and blockchain innovations. With over 1,000 participating teams, winners were recognized across various categories, each receiving $10,000. The hackathon highlighted promising young talents, aligning with Bitget's aim of promoting blockchain and cryptocurrency adoption among the youth.
Blockchain Video Game Firm Mythical Games Lays Off 10% Of Workforce
Mythical Games has joined the rising list of tech firms reducing headcount amid recession concerns.
Robinhood to Roll Out New Features for Dogecoin and Other Cryptocurrencies as GameStop Hearing Looms
Robinhood announced its intention to implement cryptocurrency deposits and withdrawals.
a16z Floats $600m Gaming Fund
After more than a decade of actively investing in the gaming industry, investment giant, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) wants to further exert its influence in the space
Blockchain Game Developer Oasys Grants $20m Investment in Private Token Sale
Oasys, a Japan and Singapore-based blockchain gaming company, has secured a $20 million investment from a cryptocurrency leader in private token sales.
Animoca Brands Subsidiary Lympo Launches SPORT Token
Animoca Brands subsidiary Lympo launched the SPORT token to replace the Lympo utility token LMT.
Catheon Gaming Hires Mark Aubrey as New CEO To Drive Growth
Mark Aubrey will help Catheon Gaming scale its operations in Asia and across the world. The blockchain firm is seeing significant growth since its formation in September last year. It is apparent that the firm needs someone with a robust operational background to help it scale.
Degen Zoo NFT Game Draws Huge Interest After Logan Paul's Crypto Zoo Scandal
Degen Zoo, an NFT game inspired by Logan Paul's controversial Crypto Zoo concept, has attracted massive interest, with over 115,000 wallets registering to join the game, pledging over $700 million. The game aims to raise awareness of the impact of capitalism on animal extinction and features a deflationary token and an NFT collection of 120 endangered species. However, the project's success follows Paul's Crypto Zoo scandal, which was criticized as a scam, leading to a class-action lawsuit accusing Paul and Crypto Zoo executives of stealing millions of dollars worth of cryptocurrency from purchasers through a fraudulent scheme.
GameStop Launches Public Beta Version of NFT Marketplace
Video game retailer GameStop Corp announced the launch of a public beta version of NFT marketplace to provide players with faster, cheaper, and more secure access to digital property rights.
Blockchain-based Games Rallied Up 2,000% in One Year, DappRadar’s Latest Report Shows
Despite setbacks, blockchain games are dominating in the DApp industry. Sutdy from DappRadar shows blockchain-based games has risen by 2,000% since Q1 of 2021.
GameStop's NFT Marketplace is Out in Beta
GameStop's NFT marketplace is out in beta and integrated with the Ethereum Layer 2 zkRollup protocol, Loopring (LRC).
Crypto Squid Collapses after Jumping More Than 310,000% in Value
Cryptocurrency Squid, inspired by the popular Netflix series Squid Game, collapsed on Monday after jumping more than 310,000% in value as of Sunday night.
GameStop Phases Out NFT Platform in Response to Regulatory Challenges
GameStop has announced the closure of its NFT marketplace, citing regulatory uncertainty. Effective from February 2, 2024, the platform will cease operations but assures that NFTs remain accessible on the blockchain.
Wallet of Satoshi Withdraws from the U.S. Market Amid Regulatory Challenges
Wallet of Satoshi withdraws from U.S. market, highlighting regulatory challenges faced by crypto service providers like GameStop and Binance, reflecting evolving U.S. cryptocurrency regulation landscape.
Gala Games Assures 'Business as Usual' Despite Founders' Legal Battle
Gala Games co-founder Eric Schiermeyer has filed a derivative shareholder lawsuit against co-founder Wright Thurston and True North United Investments, LLC. The company assures transparency and accountability, stating the disputes are primarily between the founders and not involving the company.
52% of Game Developers Concern about Regulatory Uncertainty, Report says
A new report from the Blockchain Game Alliance (BGA) showcases the majority of active developers about 52% in the space are concerned about the impacts of regulations in the near future.
GameStop's Blockchain Chief Matt Finestone Departs from Company
Matt Finestone, head of the blockchain team of GameStop Corp, announced his departure after working 1.5 years at the company.
Immutable launches its $500M Fund to Boost Web3.0 Gaming Adoption
Blockchain infrastructure platform Immutable has launched a new $500 million fund with which it plans to take care of emerging gaming protocols and Non-Fungible Token (NFT) startups in the Web3.0 ecosystem
HQ Trivia Games Secures $7.8m in Seed Round
Internet Game project, which was a once-popular online game dubbed ‘HQ Trivia Meets NFTs” has secured $7.8 million in a seed round.
Metaverse Developer Epic Games Claims Won't Ban NFTs like Minecraft
Epic Games, Inc., the creator of Metaverse battle royale game Fortnite, says it won't ban NFTs like Minecraft.
Is Dogecoin (DOGE) the New GameStop?
As retail Reddit and Twitter investors are being barred from trading GameStop on trading apps like Robinhood, a shift to Dogecoin is pumping the altcoin
WEMIX and Mirana Ventures Fuel Chinese Blockchain Gaming with $30M Fund
WEMIX PTE. LTD. has invested in five Chinese game developers through a $30 million blockchain game-specialized fund, created with Mirana Ventures. This move aims to nurture blockchain gaming enterprises and expand the WEMIX3.0 ecosystem. The fund, part of a joint initiative with Mirana Ventures, an investment division of Bybit, has already utilized $6.4 million. The investees, working on diverse game genres, will feature their games on WEMIX PLAY, a blockchain game platform under WEMIX3.0.
HolyShxxt!'s NFT and Future GameFi plans Shows HK's Potential
Hong Kong-based non-fungible token (NFT) and blockchain developer HolyShxxt!'s release of NFTs and their plan to launch a strategic football management simulation GameFi shows the potential growth of the fusion of gaming and blockchain-powered financialization in the city and globally.
Fantom's Evolution: From Technical Innovations to Ecosystem Expansion
Fantom continues to innovate despite facing challenges in its DeFi ecosystem. With planned technical upgrades and a focus on growing its developer community, the network aims for a robust and diversified blockchain ecosystem.
75% Investors Joins Crypto Space due to GameFi, Survey Shows
Despite the recent market crash might discourage investors. A survey shows that 75% of investors join the crypto space due to GameFi.=
Metacade Presale Hits Final Stage Before Listings, Raising Over $500k in under 24 hours
Metacade, fast becoming the most exciting GameFi project in 2023, has reached the final stage of its token presale after raising more than $500k in 24 hours, reaching a total raise of $12.4m.
GameStop, Dogecoin and Crypto: Making Sense of The Wild Current Financial News
I have been watching the exploits of the rag-tag group of Reddit traders who have upended Wall Street's status quo. As an investor, the absurdity of both Wall Street and Reddit is apparent. I will continue to support open and decentralized platforms like Bitcoin. Here is my take on where we go from here.
LOST Island to Provide Groundbreaking Escape Game Experience
LOST's entry into the metaverse with LOST Island will provide users with game-changing escape game experiences as the company has initiated various upcoming initiatives, the company told Blockchain.News.
BinaryX Releases Trailer and Opens Beta Test For Futuristic Space Game Project Matthew
BinaryX announced today the upcoming release of a space-building simulation game, Project Matthew. The team just released the trailer video which gives a first look at the game, and is also opening registration for their Closed Beta Test happening soon.
Game Developers Have Increasing Interest in Blockchain and NFTs Products, says Stratis Survey
A new survey report shows a sizeable number of respondents agreeing that blockchain technology will become prevalent in video gaming within the next two years.
DeFi and Crypto Community Explode as Robinhood Halts GameStop (GME) Trades
Robinhood’s decision to stop the purchases of GameStop (GME) shares, along with AMC and Blackberry (BBE), has spurred outrage from the cryptocurrency community.
Atmos Labs Pulls $11m in Seed Round to Bolster Metaverse Development
Atmos Labs Inc, a metaverse gaming protocol, has raised the sum of $11 million in seed funding, as it looks to double down on its metaverse development push.
Burberry Cooperates with Mythical Games to Launch the First NFT in Blankos Block Party Game
The famous British luxury brand Burberry cooperated with Mythical Games to launch its first non-fungible token (NFT) series that provide players with the verification of ownership and real rights.
Sony Files Patent for NFT Transfer Between Game Platforms
Sony Interactive Entertainment has filed a patent for a framework allowing users to transfer and use NFTs across multiple game platforms.
Gala Games Co-Founders Sue Each Other Over $130M Crypto Theft
Gala Games co-founders Eric Schiermeyer and Wright Thurston are suing each other, alleging Thurston stole $130 million in GALA tokens. Thurston has been sued by the SEC for fraudulent activities.
Pop Culture Collectibles Firm Funko Launches Game of Thrones NFT
Fantasy-themed TV series "Game of Thrones" launched its NFT through the US fashion play giant Funko, which will be released on October 4 on the NFT platform Droppp.
GameStop Announces New Partnership with Immutable X
GameStop Corp has unveiled a new partnership with blockchain-based Non-Fungible Token (NFT) platform, Immutable X to extend its foothold in the NFT ecosystem.
US Congress Planned Hearings on GameStop Market Conditions Shows Value of Bitcoin
The US House Financial Services and Senate Banking Committee has announced that it will hold hearings on the chaos surrounding GameStop stocks.
Alibaba's Largest E-commerce Platform Taobao Firstly Presents NFT Artworks in Festival Week
China's largest e-commerce website, Taobao, a subsidiary of Alibaba Group, exhibited artworks in the form of NFT for the first time in the recent Shanghai Taobao Maker Festival.
Revolving Games Raises a $13.2M Seed Round to Build AAA-level Web3 Games
Mobile free-to-play developer Revolving Games, which has raised $13.2 million in seed funding, plans to double down on Web3 gaming.
KuCoin Rolls Out Decentralized Crypto Wallet to Aid Web3.0 Exploration
The Seychelles-based crypto exchange KuCoin has rolled out a decentralized product dubbed KuCoin Wallet, supporting multiple tokens trading and multi-chain aggregation.
Metaverse Will Bring About the "Construction of New Economies" - Animoca CEO
Animoca Brands CEO, Yat Siu sees the GameFi ecosystem as a major avenue to welcome people into the new economy the metaverse is creating
Xternity migrates Solana multiplayer Web3 game for Polygon
Polygon and Xternity migrated Synergy Land, a multiplayer Web3 game from Solana, to Polygon. Solana-compatible wallets are linked, burned, then recreated on Polygon. Polygon's update reduces gas charge spikes and fixes chain rearrangement.
Epic Games and LEGO Group Partner to Build Family-Friendly Metaverse
Epic Games and LEGO Group have announced a long-term partnership to build a "family-friendly" Metaverse. The partnership comes shortly after Epic Games' $2 billion funding round aimed at accelerating the company's plans for the Metaverse.
OKX Announces Listing of BlockGames (BLOCK) for Spot Trading
OKX has announced to list BlockGames (BLOCK), a decentralized player network for mobile game publishing tools, on its spot trading market, with details for deposits, trading, and withdrawals.
UAE and OKX Unveil Framework for Metaverse Self-Governance
The UAE AI Office, in collaboration with Web3 tech firm OKX, has released a whitepaper on a "Responsible Metaverse Self-Governance Framework" to address the growing influence of the metaverse and the need for standardized operational guidelines. The report stresses international cooperation for establishing self-regulatory principles ensuring transparent, safe, and ethical metaverse operations.
Polygon Emerges as Second-Largest Blockchain Gaming Network
Polygon, a layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum, has become the second-largest blockchain gaming network with 138,081 unique active wallets engaging in games in March. Polygon surpassed third and fourth-ranked Hive and BNB Chain, with Wax in the first place with 314,000 UAWs. Polygon's surge in user activity was primarily due to Hunters On-Chain, which saw a UAW increase of over 17,000% in the past 30 days alone. Polygon is gaining recognition as a gaming blockchain and has notched big-name partnerships such as Warner Music, Starbucks, and Adobe.
Metacade's Community-Driven GameFi Platform Raises Over $10M in Presale
Play-to-earn favorite Metacade continues to draw investor attention after raising more than $10m, as it now enters the penultimate stage of the presale. With confirmed listings on Bitmart and Uniswap due after the presale ends on the 30th of March, there are only 16 days left before the token goes public.
Polygon Launches New Division Polygon Studios, Focusing on Blockchain Games and NFT Fields
Ethereum layer 2 scaling solution Polygon today announced establishing a new division, Polygon Studios, to focus on blockchain games and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
Sony Files Patent for NFT Transfer Framework
Sony Interactive Entertainment has filed a patent for an NFT framework allowing users to transfer and utilize digital assets across multiple game platforms.
Metacade presale stage 5 selling out as strategic partnership with MEXC is confirmed
Metacade, a community-led GameFi project, has gained significant momentum in its presale following the recent announcement of its strategic partnership with leading exchange MEXC. Only 3 presale stages remain before the MCADE token is sold out and officially listed on exchanges.
Shiba Inu Prepares NFT Crypto Game Shiba Eternity’s Last Pilot Test in Australia
The first testing of Shiba Eternity took place in Vietnam, where in the recent past Axie Infinity, a blockchain-based play-to-earn game, exploded as a viable source of income among users.
Gamefi 'Land of Conquest' gets Backing from Huobi Ventures, to Start Beta Version in Aug
Blockchain game development company Land of Conquest received investment from Huobi Ventures.
The Sandbox Appoints Nicola Sebastiani as Chief Content Officer
The Sandbox announced the appointment of Nicola Sebastiani as its Chief Content Officer to bolster its global content development. With a notable background from Sony PlayStation Studios and Apple, Sebastiani is set to enhance The Sandbox’s creator and content ecosystems. Alongside, executive promotions were announced with Mathieu Nouzareth now as Chief Business Officer and Amit Kumar as Chief Marketing Officer, marking a strategic move towards expanding its global community and fostering user-generated content in its decentralized virtual platform.
Huobi and Gala Games Form Partnership for Web3 Development
Cryptocurrency exchange Huobi Global has partnered with blockchain-based play-to-earn gaming platform Gala Games to invest in and list projects within the Gala ecosystem. The collaboration is expected to enhance Huobi's Web3 objectives and allow integration with Gala's layer-1 blockchain.
Metacade Presale Passes $2 Million - Only $690k Remaining Before It Sells Out
Metacade has exceeded expectations as investors flocked to its presale to purchase MCADE tokens, raising over $2 million for the GameFi project.
Bored Ape Yacht Club wins legal battle, Mandala Metaverse selects Polkadot, Square Enix partners with Elixir Games, and Cricket Stars launches on Tezos
Yuga Labs, the creators of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT collection, have won a legal battle against Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen, the creators of the RR/BAYC NFT collection. Mandala Metaverse has chosen Polkadot to host its first major NFT drop, called the "Cryptonauts". Square Enix has partnered with Elixir Games to bring blockchain gaming to the mainstream. Cricket Stars, a multiplayer NFT cricket strategy game, has been launched on the Tezos blockchain.
Ubisoft Launches Digits, the First AAA-level Game Energy-saving NFT
Video game developer and publisher Ubisoft launches its own NFT called Digits on its Ubisoft Quartz NFT platform, stepping into the field of encrypted NFT.
Apex Legends AI Art Controversy in FF7 Rebirth Event Raises Industry Concerns
Apex Legends faces backlash for alleged use of AI-generated art in its Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth event, sparking discussions about AI's role in the gaming industry
Top 5 Bitcoin Casino Sites in 2020
As we delve into this year's best online Bitcoin casinos, you'll discover the most worthwhile bonuses, the best selections of games and where to play safely.
Alipay Facilitates First Digital Cauldron Lighting in Asian Games History
Alipay, the digital payment giant and Official Prestige Partner of the Hangzhou Asian Games, has made history by supporting over 100 million digital torchbearers in the first-ever digital cauldron lighting ceremony. The initiative was part of the Smart Hangzhou 2022 platform, a one-stop digital service for the Games. Alipay's technology ensured that even phones produced 8 years ago could participate in the digital interaction.
GameStop Announces Partnership with FTX US
GameStop, the world's largest video game retailer headquartered in Texas State, announced that it has signed a partnership with FTX US ("FTX") to become FTX's preferred retail partner in the United States.
Xbox Teams with Inworld AI for Game Dev AI Tools
Xbox and Inworld AI have partnered to develop AI tools for dialogue and narrative creation, aiming to empower creators in the gaming industry.
Axie Infinity's Ronin Network Expands with New Games
Sky Mavis has announced that four gaming studios will be launching games on the Ronin Network, expanding its native gaming ecosystem. The move is aimed at creating more community-centric, rewarding, and fun gaming experiences while also attracting more users to the Web3 space.
Animoca Brands Releases Key Unaudited Financial Report, Portfolio investments Worth Over $1.5Bn
Hong Kong-based Animoca Brands has released an unaudited financial report. $573 million was recorded for its bookings and other income for the first four months of 2022.
GameStop to Launch NFTs Marketplace by the End of Q2
GameStop has joined other game firms like Square Enix and Ubisoft who are getting into NFTs.
Polygon Emerges as Second-Largest Blockchain Gaming Network
In March, Polygon saw a surge in user activity, making it the second-largest blockchain gaming network in terms of unique active wallets. Polygon's Hunters On-Chain game, which has seen a 17,000% UAW increase in the past 30 days alone, was a significant contributor to this surge. Polygon's NFT integrations and partnerships with big-name companies like Warner Music, Starbucks, and Reddit have also contributed to its bullish momentum.
nCore Games Raises $10M in Funding, Ready for New Web3.0 Offerings
Indian gaming startup nCore Games has raised $5.5 million in new funding round as it prepares to integrate Web3.0 and metaverse related offerings.
Japanese Firms to Launch New Web3 Game CAPTAIN TSUBASA RIVALS
The new Japanese football-featured Web3 game will allow users to connect globally with the popular manga character.
"Bitcoin Is Risky," Says BIS Chief as Crypto and Unconventional Stocks like GameStop Gain Support
The Bank for International Settlements remains skeptical of Bitcoin, echoing the sentiments of many traditional banking institutions.
Gala Games Updates: GalaChain, Dev Tools and Social Media Rep
Gala Games, a blockchain-based gaming company, has launched its L1 blockchain for multiple games and is in the QA phase of migrating its social media platform, Rep, to its own blockchain, GalaChain. The company plans to streamline onboarding and developer tools by the end of the year.
Microsoft Acquires Activision Blizzard for $68.7B, Enters Metaverse
Microsoft announced that it has acquired Activision Blizzard for $68.7b, laying the foundation for Microsoft's entry into the Metaverse and accelerating its gaming business.
Hong Kong’s Animoca Brands Fully Acquires Lyon-Based Eden Games
The new acquisition will help Animoca Brands enhance its product offerings.
Elon Musk Backs Bitcoin as His “Favourite” Crypto, Dogecoin Becomes First Altcoin to Outrank BTC in Tweet Volume
In the past 24 hours, Dogecoin has exponentially grown on the back of GameStop (GME)’s success, much to the delight of the cryptocurrency community.
It’s the Age of the Micro Investor and this is Good for Bitcoin – SkyBridge Capital Founder Scaramucci
Anthony Scaramucci believes that it is the age of retail traders, as they have triggered bull runs in stocks like GameStop and this is positive for Bitcoin.
"The Wars to Come," Blockchain - A Game Changer for Auditors
Blockchain technology has the potential to upend Audit, Assurance and Control functions —Auditors need to stay attuned to emerging use cases. As Role and skillsets of Auditors will change as new Blockchain-based techniques and procedures emerge.
Microsoft, Eidos, and Fable Plan Blockchain Revival of 'Way of the Tiger'
Microsoft is teaming up with major game developers Eidos and Fable to revive the popular 1980s card game, 'Way of the Tiger' using blockchain technology.
NBA Sacramento Kings Leverage Blockchain for Authentic In-Game Gear Purchases
Sports teams continue to adopt and implement blockchain into their business models, helping fans and security.
Mobius Capital Partners CEO Says Trying to Predict Bitcoin Price is "Loser's Game"
CEO of Mobius Capital Partners, Mark Mobius has become the latest Bitcoin critic to slam the unpredictable nature of BTC, comparing investment in cryptocurrency to gambling.
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Thinks Mining Monero on HTC Phones is a “Fool’s Game”
Ethereum co-creator has downplayed the partnership between HTC and Midas Labs, which enables Monero mining on mobile phones.
Bitcoin's Popularity Sees Surge in Marijuana and Video Game Transactions During Coronavirus Lockdown
The coronavirus-induced lockdown has influenced an increased use case of Bitcoin. Sales of video games and cannabis using Bitcoin have seen a significant rise during the lockdown. The pandemic has revealed consumers’ priorities, as online sales of general digital products saw a decline, while video gamers and marijuana users have increasingly turned to Bitcoin during the virus outbreak.
Ethereum and Formula 1 Racing Team Up for Blockchain-Based Gaming
In-game purchasing and item collection has seen growing popularity in the gaming industry. Gamers are investing time and money into attaining the best items money can buy.
Yearn.finance Proposal to Create ETH 2.0 Validator Vault Could be a Game-Changer for Staking
Retail investors could soon have the opportunity to earn on ETH 2.0 if a proposal on Ethereum 2.0 validator vault on Yearn passes.
Bitcoin Price Could Reach $350,000 by 2044 Depending on Millennials’ Investment Game Plan
According to Kraken Exchange, a leading US-based crypto exchange, Bitcoin price could shoot through the roof to $350,000 USD by 2044 if millennials were to invest more than 5% of their inherited wealth into this digital asset.
Crypto Market to Skyrocket to $1.75 Billion by 2027, Report Reveals CBDCs Could be a Game-Changer
Fortune Business Insights reports that the cryptocurrency market will hit $1.758 billion by 2027 from $754 million recorded in 2019, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. This growth will be spurred by blockchain technology as it makes cryptocurrency transactions effective, secure, and fast.
Yearn.finance (YFI) Takes a Hit After Eminence Finance (EMN) Bug—Is this the End for DeFi?
Andre Cronje, the founder of Yearn.finance has recently deployed a series of new contracts relating to a new game called Eminence Finance.