Artist’s Generosity Shines: $140,000 for Cancer Support
In a heartwarming display of philanthropy, NFT artist Trevor Jones raised an astounding $140,000 for Maggie’s Edinburgh, a cancer support charity. This money, collected through a Web3 event in France, is set to assist around 4,000 cancer patients and their families. According to Maggie’s, this is the largest single donation from any art event they’ve ever hosted.
PayPal’s Patent Play: Stepping into the NFT Game
In a noteworthy development, PayPal has filed a patent application for an NFT marketplace, allowing users to buy and sell both on-chain and off-chain assets. Filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, this move hints that PayPal aims to ride the NFT wave in a yet-to-be-named collaboration, potentially utilizing Ethereum’s robust network.
Meta Avatars: A Photorealistic Leap into the Metaverse
Meanwhile, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg made waves with the company’s latest innovations in the metaverse, showcasing photorealistic avatars during a podcast. Utilizing Meta’s Quest 3 headsets, the interaction left viewers buzzing on social media, with many praising the significant advancements compared to earlier versions. It seems the metaverse is anything but dead, at least according to those who adore the new look!
Lamina1: Holding Steadfast Amidst Market Skepticism
In other news, Lamina1, Neal Stephenson’s blockchain project, is holding an intriguing event: the Open Metaverse Discovery Month. Despite the chatter about dwindling interest in the metaverse, CEO Rebecca Barkin remains hopeful, citing a turnout of 50,000 builders participating even during the so-called crypto winter. It appears that as long as creators and users keep showing up, the dream of an open metaverse could still flourish.
Wrap Up: Stay Tuned for Weekly NFT Updates
That’s a wrap on this week’s highlights from the NFT world. Be sure to check back next Wednesday for more updates as this fascinating space keeps evolving. Until next time, keep your digital wallets ready!
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