BLOCK::BLOCK Weekly Roundup - Issue #16

Metaverse entrepreneurs are getting some help from KuCoin and their massive $100M VC fund. Who knows how many things projects can improve with this stack of cash!

NFTs are quickly becoming the go-to gateway for many metaverse events, parties, and more. Brands are hopping on board and bringing their friends too.

Sandbox’s multi-week Alpha event is running from Nov. 29 until Dec. 20, and players will be able to acquire full-access ticket NFTs in a few different ways.

It’s great to see projects breaking out of the pre-alpha phases and really finding their footing in the space. The future looks bright!

Data from Google Trends shows that interest in nonfungible tokens (NFTs) is surging to new all-time highs.

I think we all know what this means…

NFT minting platform CXIP announced that they’re launching a DAO, aiming to create the world’s largest coalition of NFT creators. The intention is to empower creators to make decisions regarding projects and assets collectively. This is definitely something to follow.

NFT projects like Loot, CryptoPunks, Metahero, Bored Ape Yacht Club, and others are trying to incorporate narrative elements and IP ownership. This long read takes a deep dive into what hurdles they may need to overcome.

After decades the Staples Center will be no more. An iconic name will be replaced with a fresh new name that will have plenty of time to make a name for itself as well with a massive 20 year deal. That’s a lot of names, and a big deal.

“We’re teaming up with @BossBeautiesNFT to spotlight their work on women empowerment! Join host @AngeliqueRoche and founder @lisacmayer for a special Spaces conversation on 11/18 at 2PM ET, and learn more here: https://t.co/hvesHwBLba https://t.co/5GGRe8Q21y”

“Big newsflash! As promised, many new ways NOW to pay online at AMC.  We proudly now accept: drumroll, please… Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin. Also Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal. Incredibly, they already account for 14% of our total online transactions! Dogecoin next.”

“REVENGE! Artwork featured in the @RollingStone x @BoredApeYC Limited Edition Zine.

Sold to 0xfactory for 11Ξ

Thank you VERY VERY VERY much, speechless! 🥲 https://t.co/KC4uYQSVC2”

“The auction of Rolling Stone’s first-ever NFTs, in partnership with @boredapeyc, is coming to a close.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of history– bid now on @SuperRare. https://t.co/5qQ6QDD5Um https://t.co/QEeTIl2flR”

MeebitsDAO is launching the MeebitsDAO Pool this Thursday! Ever wanted to own a Meebits, but they were just too expensive? Now you can own part of a fractionalized group thanks to a partnership with SZNS! Read everything you need to know here:

Join our own Carly Reilly as she explores NFTs, the metaverse, and more on her new podcast on Bankless. Don’t miss her most recent interview with Deadfellaz creator Betty!