Tag: nft

NFT Crash: Proof Capitalism Fails Artists (Again)

NFT Crash: Proof Capitalism Fails Artists (Again)

Remember when NFTs were going to free artists from the shackles of capitalism? Eliminate gallery gatekeepers and predatory art dealers. Let creators build those personal relationships to their audience and benefit financially from their hard work! The promise was intoxicating. A digital utopia where creativity prospered, and creators, at long...

NFT Dip: A Necessary Correction, Not a Catastrophe

NFT Dip: A Necessary Correction, Not a Catastrophe

I think we can all agree, the NFT space has been a bit of a whiplashing amusement park ride these last few years. One day, headlines scream about $15.5 million dollar sales, the next they whisper of floors collapsing. The recent drop has spooked a number of investors. Sales volumes...

77-Bit's NFT Mint: A Smart Move or Just Hype?

77-Bit's NFT Mint: A Smart Move or Just Hype?

The metaverse is still buzzing about 77-Bit’s NFT mint. Cyberpunk aesthetics, a “the fun comes first” business model, and a smattering of technofuturist optimism – it’s a powerful mix. Before you FOMO your way into the next hot digital asset, let’s instill some realism. Read on to see if this...

77-Bit Launches Limited Edition Beta Skin NFT Mint After Positive Beta Feedback

77-Bit Launches Limited Edition Beta Skin NFT Mint After Positive Beta Feedback

Following a successful beta phase, 77-Bit is proud to announce its go-live! Prepare for an exclusive, 72-hour mint of a free, limited-edition Beta Skin NFT. The development team has suggested that what comes next for the project will be determined based on how well its later phases perform. This special...

77-Bit's Free NFT Skin A Genius Reward Or Risky Gamble?

77-Bit's Free NFT Skin A Genius Reward Or Risky Gamble?

77-Bit’s innovative choice to reward Beta testers with free NFT skins is creating a bit of a stir – and it should be. Marketing genius, or a stroke of luck that has developed an army of fans? Or is it an irresponsible wager bound to backfire, bringing market volatility and...

CyberKongz SEC Saga Ends: What It Means for Web3 Gaming

CyberKongz SEC Saga Ends: What It Means for Web3 Gaming

CyberKongz, an Ethereum-based NFT and gaming project, has announced that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its investigation into the project. This combination of events could profoundly reshape the Web3 gaming landscape. It provides a preview of the shifting regulatory environment coming down the pike. The...

SEC Caves to Crypto? CyberKongz Case Exposes Gensler's Overreach

SEC Caves to Crypto? CyberKongz Case Exposes Gensler's Overreach

The CyberKongz saga is finally over. The SEC has now formally wrapped up its nearly two year investigation, and honestly, it’s about fucking time. This isn't just a win for one NFT project; it's a flashing neon sign screaming, "Gensler's reign of terror is finally over!"Let's be clear: this investigation...

SEC Ends Two-Year Investigation into NFT Project CyberKongz

SEC Ends Two-Year Investigation into NFT Project CyberKongz

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ended its two-year investigation into the CyberKongz NFT project. The inquiry specifically focused on misleading claims made about the project’s BANANA token. It asked the question of whether that token ought to have been registered as a security. Today, CyberKongz posted an announcement...

CyberKongz Escape Exposes SEC's Web3 Blind Spot, Where's the Protection?

CyberKongz Escape Exposes SEC's Web3 Blind Spot, Where's the Protection?

So, on its face, the news that the SEC has closed its two-year investigation into CyberKongz is a huge win for Web3. Don’t be fooled. This is a blatant red flag. It underscores the SEC’s dangerously naive approach to this rapidly evolving space and raises alarm bells about the harm...

CryptoPunk #3100 Resells for $6M, Reflecting NFT Market Shift

CryptoPunk #3100 Resells for $6M, Reflecting NFT Market Shift

And a rare CryptoPunk #3100 just sold for 4,000 ETH, over $7 million. This famous NFT from the CryptoPunk collection is currently valued at about $6.08 million at today’s market prices. This figure is among the largest seen in the NFT space. While still a notable amount, it represents a...