Welcome to the Apes: BAYC Launches New Community Council

Yuga Labs is shaking things up in the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) neighborhood with the introduction of a shiny new community council. As announced on October 5, the council features a seven-member dream team of OGs—those who’ve been with BAYC since the days when pizza parties and digital monkeys were just whispers in the wind. This move aims to foster growth and a nurturing space for members with fresh ideas.

Meet the A-list Council Members

Among the selected members are fan-favorites like Beijingdou, SeraStargirl, and TheMiamiApe. These individuals have shown stellar contributions to the community and represent a collective voice to steer the ship. Yuga Labs emphasizes that this initiative is about inclusivity, getting new perspectives, and engaging with the community more closely.

How This Council Impacts You

So, what’s in it for the average ape? This council isn’t just some fancy title holders; they’ll work closely with Yuga Labs on initiatives that could shape the entire future of BAYC. Whether it’s organizing meetups or brainstorming charity efforts, they are here to ensure everyone’s voice green-lights the process. After all, every ape has a pivotal role in shaping decisions—it’s a jungle out there!

Cool Cats on the Horizon: A Pawsitive Partnership

In an interesting turn of events, Animoca Brands has decided to jump into bed with the Cool Cats NFT project. Their partnership aims to transition Cool Cats into new territories like gaming and beyond, striving to secure their position as a premier NFT brand. With a whopping $369.2 million in sales to date, the Cool Cats are more than just a cute face!

Meow-sive Implications for the NFT Market

• Strategic investments intended to fuel broader visibility.
• Plans for enhanced gaming experiences in the NFT world.

This partnership is likely to keep fans purring with excitement as sales skyrocketed by 220% shortly after the announcement!

Solana’s Sales Surge: Drawing Closer to Ethereum

Epochs in blockchain seem like they last longer than a cat nap, but the Solana NFT market surged to new heights in September, raking in $130.1 million in sales—a clear indication that the platform is gathering steam. This figure showcases an impressive 82.2% increase over August, proving the little blockchain that could is indeed on the rise.

Is Solana Closing the Gap?

While Ethereum still leads the pack in total sales volume, Solana is narrowing the gap in unique buyers. In fact, they reported a remarkable growth surge from 95,516 to 143,997 unique buyers!

Collectibles Coming to Life: VeeFriends Meets Retail Giants

Gary Vaynerchuk’s NFT venture, VeeFriends, is set to invade the aisles of major retailers with plush toys and action figures based on NFT characters. Starting October 17, collectors can grab their ‘Common Sense Cow’ or ‘Practical Peacock’ for prices ranging from $9.99 to $29.99. There’s no denying the excitement, but it’s bittersweet since hodlers won’t get a cut from the plush toy sales.

Physical to Digital: The Collectible Convergence

Physical representations of NFTs are becoming more common, and this trend is indicative of a shift toward tangible value—one that may have long-term implications for NFT valuations.

Other Noteworthy Developments

Funding & Features

In the broader NFT universe:

• Horizon Blockchain Games secured a hefty $40 million to expand on their cherished card game Skyweaver.
• OpenSea introduced bulk listing and purchasing capabilities for users to ease their trading experience. This means you can now stuff your digital bag in one fell swoop!