The dust has cleared, at least a little, on Beeple’s latest caper. His Nakamigos “V0 Punks” stunt recently sent shockwaves, or maybe ripples, through the NFT ecosystem. The issue isn’t whether that was funny, clever, or weird. The real question is: at whose expense?Humor or Harmful Market Manipulation?Let's be clear:...

In the increasingly chaotic landscape of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), projects are usually bent on connecting with the largest possible audience. The opposite is true — especially early on. Knowing how to build and develop a real community filled with passionate superfans will prove critical to the long-term success of NFT...

The metaverse, of course, represents an incredibly immersive and growing new frontier for digital interaction. Here, communities succeed and economies prosper! Yuga Labs’ Otherside project is a big bet on realizing this vision—a community-driven metaverse where players can have exciting, fun experiences. The road to achieving this dream is paved...

Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have come a long way. Now, having moved beyond their early exuberance and speculation, they provide real utility and serve to unlock the power of communities. A year ago, NFTs may have seemed like just the latest digital trinkets. Today, they are widely celebrated for their capacity...

Each day, stories dubbing the next big crypto crash fill our feeds. On the other hand, we hear stories of artists and millionaires becoming overnight millionaires thanks to NFTs. What about the real story? The one that’s less about Lambos and yachts, but more about empowerment, community, and building the...

Dekmantel has been the touchstone of innovative electronic music for the past decade – a festival that never fails to push musical boundaries and create unforgettable moments. I think that longtime ECM participant Erik Lundström would heartily assent. Dekmantel, as we said, transcends the typical festival experience. It provides a...

Dekmantel, best recognized for its forward-thinking electronic music festival, takes its reach far beyond the dance floor. The local arts organization is invested in building community through electronic music culture. They do this work through programming, advocacy, outreach and legacy building. Written by seasoned blockchain editor Erik Lundström, Erik shares...

Nora Shalaway Carpenter's novel, "Fault Lines," explores the complexities of love, loyalty, and environmental concerns in the fictional Appalachian town of Twisted Pines. The story centers around Viv and Dex, two teenagers from very different worlds. Their romance blossoms amid their community’s fight against a highly controversial practice called fracking....

With the ever-changing landscape of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), establishing a passionate and dedicated community is crucial. The power of a strong community is what ensures the long-term success of any project. Meteora is already unique in the DeFi landscape. They’ve taken a completely different approach to expanding their LP (Liquidity...

Pudgy Penguins As crypto memes go, the suborbital surge of PENGU, the token used to trade Pudgy Penguins NFTs, isn’t your average liquidation-fueled pump. It's a potential spark igniting a revolution in Africa, and I, Thabo, believe it's time we pay attention. We've seen the headlines: 360% increase in the...