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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 co-founder embarks on a $1.5M NFT buying spree
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Yuga Labs co-founder embarks on a $1.5M NFT buying spree

Wylie Aronow, the co-founder of Yuga Labs, known as Gordon Goner, has embarked on a massive $1.5 million shopping frenzy in the NFT world.
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.…
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 triumphs in the NFT copyright battle against Ryder Ripps: Awarded $1.6M in damages
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Yuga Labs triumphs in the NFT copyright battle against Ryder Ripps: Awarded $1.6M in damages

Yuga Labs, the blockchain mastermind behind the viral Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFTs, has been awarded almost $1.6 million in damages by a California federal judge.
OMA3 fights for NFT royalties: Yuga Labs and Magic Eden join the cause
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OMA3 fights for NFT royalties: Yuga Labs and Magic Eden join the cause

Yuga Labs and Magic Eden have announced a collaboration with the OMA3 boycott of NFT Marketplaces that are cutting down creator royalties. The new venture aims to find a solution for creators, as they can’t see a future for NFTs…
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…
Judges remain skeptical of Ryder Ripps’ BAYC appeal amid NFT controversy
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Judges remain skeptical of Ryder Ripps’ BAYC appeal amid NFT controversy

In the escalating legal tussle over nonfungible token (NFT) art related to the Bored Ape Yacht Club, Ryder Ripps' most recent bid to get the lawsuit dismissed seems to be facing a tough hurdle. A panel of judges expressed skepticism over the arguments presented by Ripps and Jeremy Cahen, suggesting that the appeal might not find favor in the courts.
HV-MTL Forge season 6 under scrutiny: Rising tensions amidst new battle rewards
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HV-MTL Forge season 6 under scrutiny: Rising tensions amidst new battle rewards

The recent launch of Season 6 for HV-MTL Forge brought in a new patch with additional features and challenges. Feedback from the Yuga Labs and, consequently, Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) community has been varied, with some members voicing specific concerns regarding the update.
Yuga Labs announces major layoffs
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Yuga Labs announces major layoffs

Yuga Labs, the parent company behind Bored Apes and CryptoPunks, announced a company-wide restructuring. In an email sent to the team, CEO Daniel Alegre broke the news that several roles would be eliminated as a result of these changes. Too…
Yuga Labs invests in spatial computing startup Hadean for Otherside Metaverse expansion
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Yuga Labs invests in spatial computing startup Hadean for Otherside Metaverse expansion

Yuga Labs, the company behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT brand, announced a significant undisclosed investment in spatial computing startup Hadean, signaling its intention to supercharge its Otherside metaverse. Hadean: Powering up Otherside Hadean’s prowess in spatial computing is…
“Otherside: Legends of Mara” is officially live
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“Otherside: Legends of Mara” is officially live

The journey into Legends of Mara, the first game within the Otherside metaverse, has begun. A wave of excitement rolled through the gaming community as Yuga Labs made the announcement yesterday. Break on through to the Otherside The much-anticipated launch…
Bored Ape Yacht Club sets sail for a grand event in Hong Kong
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Bored Ape Yacht Club sets sail for a grand event in Hong Kong

The Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) is gearing up to provide a distinctive and immersive experience tailored for Web3 enthusiasts and art aficionados. The “Yacht Club Open House” event will drop anchor at the illustrious Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in…
Voting underway: Apecoin DAO debates using ‘Sister DAO’ to expand influence in Web3 ecosystem
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Voting underway: Apecoin DAO debates using ‘Sister DAO’ to expand influence in Web3 ecosystem

Apecoin DAO has recently announced a new proposal aimed at establishing an NFT Community Vault—a 'Sister DAO'—dedicated to acquiring culturally significant and influential Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). Codenamed AIP-297, the proposal seeks an initial treasury allocation of 750,000 APE tokens
Yuga Labs hype soars with TwelveFold Ordinals Puzzle 13-week competition
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Yuga Labs hype soars with TwelveFold Ordinals Puzzle 13-week competition

Yuga Labs, the brand behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club, is now offering Bitcoin & Ordinals enthusiasts a chance to win big. With the launch of their TwelveFold Ordinals puzzle competition, participants stand a chance to win Bitcoin prizes over a span of 13 weeks.