February 2022 -

What Can You Do In Decentraland’s Metaverse?

Feb 26, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways The amount of activities and attractions in Decentraland is growing. Attending virtual events, earning wearable items, and play-to-earn poker are among the activities drawing more players to the game. Decentraland provides players with new ways to connect, engage with art, make money, and ultimately have fun. Join Crypto Briefing as we explore the […]

Where the Bufficorns Roam: ETHDenver Reviewed

Feb 25, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways Last week, thousands of industry leaders, founders, VCs, developers, hobbyists, hackers, and the general public descended on Denver for one of the world’s most notable Web3 events. Founders were optimistic about the quality of developer talent flowing into Web3, if concerned over regulatory developments. The price of ETH and other cryptocurrencies plummeted over […]

Web2 Companies Are Facing Heat for Embracing Web3

Feb 21, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways In the last few months, several big Web2 firms have faced criticism for announcing plans to use blockchain or crypto assets. Discord, Ubisoft, Kickstarter, and Mozilla have all come under fire. Critics frequently take issue with the perceived environmental impact of blockchain technology. In recent months, several major companies have prompted backlash by […]

NFT Project Spotlight: CryptoBatz, Ozzy Osbourne’s Biting Bat NFTs

Feb 20, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways Ozzy Osbourne recently launched an NFT collection called CryptoBatz. It was created in collaboration with Sutter Systems. Inspired by the time Osbourne bit a bat’s head off live on stage, CryptoBatz NFTs allow holders to “bite” another NFT to create a MutantBatz NFT. CryptoBatz is also launching a real-world treasure hunt for another […]

Opinion: How to Spot Trash in the NFT Market

Feb 17, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways The growth of the NFT market has presented many opportunities for market participants, but it’s also attracted many trash projects. Tracking the communities, social activity, and roadmap of a project can often give a strong indication of its quality. Extreme hype, high mint prices, and uninspiring, derivative-based artwork should also raise alarm bells. […]

DeFi Project Spotlight: Redacted Cartel, DeFi’s Meta-Governance Protocol

Feb 15, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways Redacted Cartel is an emerging project that’s hoping to become the leading meta-governance protocol in DeFi. Since launching just over two months ago, the Cartel has become one of the largest holders of governance tokens like CRV, CVX, TOKE, and OHM. Its native governance and utility token BTRFLY represents an index of the […]

Opinion: Why Are People Trying to Politicize Web3?

Feb 11, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways A high profile case surrounding an employee losing his job at Ethereum Name Service over a 2016 tweet has sparked intense debate in Web3. Recent events have shown that political differences are causing divisions in the space. Tim Craig argues that the crypto community is better off without the political debates. Regardless of […]

Can Terra’s UST Stablecoin Hold Its Peg?

Feb 09, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways UST is an algorithmic stablecoin on Terra. It’s pegged to the value of the U.S dollar. Because UST is unbacked, it can potentially de-peg from the dollar during periods of extreme market volatility. Issues with UST demand and reduced involvement from UST creator Terraform Labs could threaten the stablecoin’s peg in the future. […]

Beginner’s Guide: How to Become Eligible for Token Airdrops

Feb 08, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways Crypto projects often distribute tokens to dedicated users through airdrops. Token airdrops have different eligibility requirements. Researching new protocols and becoming active in DeFi, NFTs, and across various Layer 1 ecosystems is the best way to qualify for airdrops. Crypto Briefing shares a list of tips and tricks for airdrop seekers. Understanding Airdrops […]

Opinion: How to Kill Your NFT Project, Larva Labs Edition

Feb 05, 2022 Jeremy Parkinson Cryptocurrency, No picture 0

Key Takeaways Larva Labs is the creator of the iconic CryptoPunks NFT collection. The design studio also launched a collection called Meebits last year, banking $80 million in a day. Larva Labs has taken a hard stance against CryptoPunks copycats and recently taken controversial action against V1 Punks born out of the original CryptoPunks smart […]