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Battle of the NFT Marketplaces: Blur outshines OpenSea with 80% market dominance
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Battle of the NFT Marketplaces: Blur outshines OpenSea with 80% market dominance

A significant shift in market dominance has emerged, with the NFT marketplace Blur now commanding 80% of the total volumes in the Ethereum NFT market.
NFT market registers 80% sales growth as December dawns
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NFT market registers 80% sales growth as December dawns

NFT markets have sparked to life, recording a staggering 80% growth on the 4th of December. This remarkable upturn signals a robust start to the month.
ZachXBT unmasks NFT thief sentenced to 8 years in prison
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ZachXBT unmasks NFT thief sentenced to 8 years in prison

The security researcher known as ZachXBT has linked NFT thief Amir Hossein Golshan to a major 2022 heist involving the theft of $386,000 in crypto and NFTs from Cameo CEO Steven Galanis.
Tiger Global cuts stake in OpenSea and Bored Apes amid market challenges
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Tiger Global cuts stake in OpenSea and Bored Apes amid market challenges

Tiger Global, a prominent investment firm, has significantly reduced its valuation of holdings in both Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) and OpenSea Holdings.
Bored Apes to be featured on new Roblox expansion
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Bored Apes to be featured on new Roblox expansion

Roblox, a sprawling gaming metaverse, has welcomed a new interactive world called Kingship Islands, featuring the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT avatars.
NFT collector ‘Crumz’ narrowly escapes elaborate scam attempt involving Forbes impersonator
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NFT collector ‘Crumz’ narrowly escapes elaborate scam attempt involving Forbes impersonator

A recent incident has brought to light the increasing sophistication of online scams. 'Crumz', an owner of a Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT, narrowly escaped a well-orchestrated scam by an individual impersonating a Forbes journalist.
Axie Infinity offers Commercial Rights to selected NFT holders
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Axie Infinity offers Commercial Rights to selected NFT holders

Sky Mavis, the developer of Axie Infinity, has made a significant move in the Web3 space by launching a merchandise store and granting commercial rights to a select group of NFT owners.
Legal tensions arise after ApeFest attendees suffer eye injuries
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Legal tensions arise after ApeFest attendees suffer eye injuries

ApeFest, the high-profile event celebrating Bored Ape Yacht Club enthusiasts, concluded with unforeseen legal drama.
Yuga Labs faces PR crisis as Social Lead resigns after racist tweets are uncovered
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Yuga Labs faces PR crisis as Social Lead resigns after racist tweets are uncovered

The Social Lead for Yuga Labs, the powerhouse behind the illustrious Bored Ape Yacht Club, has resigned. This exit comes in the wake of a slew of racist and antisemitic tweets that surfaced, sparking a wave of social media backlash.…
BMW “Ape Car” steals the show at ApeFest in Hong Kong
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BMW “Ape Car” steals the show at ApeFest in Hong Kong

BMW’s latest spectacle, an i5 M60 dubbed the ‘Ape Car’, was unveiled at ApeFest 2023 in Hong Kong. To the amazement of attendees, the sporty electric vehicle was transformed into a canvas for ape caricatures, emblematic of the NFT craze.…
NFT market surged to an incredible $129M in volume
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NFT market surged to an incredible $129M in volume

Nansen's latest blockchain analytics report reveals a significant leap in NFT sales volume, reaching a whopping 68,342 ETH, equivalent to over $129 million, in the first week of November.
The Simpsons new episode takes a swing at parodying NFTs
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The Simpsons new episode takes a swing at parodying NFTs

In a highly-anticipated episode of "The Simpsons", titled "Treehouse of Horror XXXIV", the beloved animated series delved into the world of blockchain and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Marking a return to their comedic take on the crypto space, the show offered an engaging parody filled with references to renowned NFTs and artists.
ApeFest attendees suffer vision and skin damage
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ApeFest attendees suffer vision and skin damage

ApeFest, the gathering for enthusiasts of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), took an alarming turn as attendees began reporting severe eye pain and skin burns, leading to advisories from event creator Yuga Labs to seek medical attention. Laser eyes…
Yuga Labs and Magic Eden joint venture: New NFT marketplace with mandatory royalties
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Yuga Labs and Magic Eden joint venture: New NFT marketplace with mandatory royalties

Yuga Labs and Magic Eden, two of the most prominent companies in the NFT space, have declared a partnership to revolutionize the NFT marketplace landscape. The collaboration intends to launch a new marketplace by year’s end, marking it as the…
Yuga Labs CEO reflects on his first 6 months at the helm
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Yuga Labs CEO reflects on his first 6 months at the helm

Yuga Labs, the creative force behind Bored Ape Yacht Club and other iconic digital collectives, has reached a pivotal moment under the new leadership of Daniel Alegre, the current CEO. Yesterday on the X platform, Alegre shared a macro overview of his first 6 months ahead of the brand, highlighting the main challenges and accomplishments so far, and providing a macro overview of the brand's future endeavors.
ApeCoin DAO greenlights accelerator to boost $APE
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ApeCoin DAO greenlights accelerator to boost $APE

ApeCoin DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) has announced a new initiative set to turbocharge the ApeCoin ecosystem. A recent community proposal laid the groundwork for the “Ape Accelerator”, an initiative to bolster the ecosystem by incubating projects that leverage the ApeCoin…