Author: NFT Now
In 2021, a new creator economy was born on the blockchain. Since NFTs took center stage, artists have achieved NFT superstardom, billion-dollar brands have been forged in just a few months, and lives have been utterly transformed time and again. Yet, the most inspiring thing about the NFT space is the number of artists of all creeds and mediums who have found community and support by embracing this technology. In keeping with our mission to empower creators, we present Next Up — our monthly franchise dedicated to showcasing rising artists. Although the NFT space has changed significantly over the last…
The Alpha: Today, at the Worldwide Developers Conference 2023, Apple revealed its long-awaited mixed-reality headset, the Apple Vision Pro. Representing the first brand-new product category from the company since 2014’s launch of the Apple Watch, the high-end augmented and virtual reality headset could have a major impact on the future of the metaverse. The device’s main uses will include gaming, communication, video consumption, and productivity. According to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman, at least one person who worked on the device at Apple has called it “the future of the computer.” Blending augmented and virtual reality, the device is powered by an…
In a major development, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has lodged a comprehensive lawsuit against Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. The lawsuit, which details 13 separate charges, was filed in federal court on Monday, June 5, and accuses Binance of mismanagement of customer funds and deception towards regulators and investors about its operations. According to the SEC, Binance has been accused of intermingling customer funds amounting to billions of dollars and covertly transferring them to a distinct company, Merit Peak Limited. This company is reportedly under the control of Binance’s founder, Changpeng Zhao, who is widely known…
Let’s face it: The NFT space moves really fast. Considering how quickly things can change in the metaverse, a week in NFTs might as well be a month IRL. Don’t get us wrong — the more people onboarded into the space, the merrier. But because of the constant influx of great art and ideas, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the news, launches, and general happenings. Well, you can put the days of endless Twitter and Discord scrolling behind you as we pull together a weekly list of upcoming NFT drops you definitely don’t want to miss.…
Producing AI-powered artwork is now within everyone’s reach, thanks to innovative platforms like Midjourney, a stand-alone AI art application that transforms textual prompts into visual content. This incredibly powerful tool leverages the capabilities of artificial intelligence and machine learning to produce distinctive artworks in response to a user’s written instructions. To embark on your journey into the world of AI-powered art, here are 5 fundamental steps you need to adhere to for accessing and employing Midjourney. Step 1: Register on the Midjourney Server via Discord Midjourney is accessible to all Discord account holders. First time on Discord? Your first move…
In an environment too often populated with big egos, cliques, and reactionary drama, Andre Oshea is a much-needed dose of humility and thoughtfulness in the Web3 world. The 3D artist, animator, and musician has made a name for himself in the ecosystem through NFT drop partnerships with the Academy Awards, Netflix, and the Grammys. But before carving out a lane in the crypto art sphere, Oshea made a living through client work with companies and figures like Snapchat, John Legend, Adult Swim, Vogue, Tidal, and more. Oshea’s style contains clear echoes of his personality; his works are often vibrant but…
Welcome back to Now Runway, where we report to you from the frontlines of the digital fashion and luxury revolution. Earlier this week, we helped break the news of the collaboration between The Fabricant and Highsnobiety on our Twitter. We couldn’t be more excited to own our very first varsity jacket (digital or otherwise). Prada TimeCapsule releases a new floral jersey in time for our European summer, Charlie Cohen is bringing us along to the next evolution of gaming and fashion, Snapchat Bitmojis just got an upgrade in the form of a Band Tee and Chromie Squiggles now come in…
The NFT space is changing, but not in the overt ways that those on the blockchain have become accustomed to. Instead of PFPs, open editions, and memecoins leading the charge into a new market phase, innovation is now happening by way of iteration at the token level. While expansion and evolution over time are a given for the many novel technologies being built in Web3, often, advents fly under the radar until they’re ready to truly make an impact. But a slew of new token standards seems poised to change that. Here are the ones you need to know about.…
“Yo yo yo, GM GM, baby!! How is everyone doing?” If you’ve been part of any of Threadguy’s daily Twitter spaces, you’ll know that he kicks off each one with a variation of this warm and energetically charged greeting, setting a welcoming and lively tone for the thousands who tune in. Michael Jerome, better known as “Threadguy,” is known for being at the center of polarizing Web3 discussions, drawing substantial attention in the constantly evolving landscape. His active engagement, whether through posting or being the subject of memes, interviewing controversial figures, or offering lighthearted commentary on Twitter, has solidified his…
One of the big trends in Web3 in 2023 has been the rise of memecoins, cryptocurrencies also known as “shitcoins” that are themed around a viral internet trend. Their lighthearted nature is only part of their appeal; with enough momentum surrounding them, they can bring in serious profits for early buyers due to their extreme volatility. One of the most successful memecoins to break onto the scene in recent weeks was $TURBO, an experimental project by the digital artist Rhett Dashwood (Mankind) that, at its height, had a market cap of $50 million. Dashwood had created the token from scratch…