July 2022 / 348 posts found
Outstanding Local SEO Takeaways from MozCon 2022
It would be hard to overstate the value of the education offered at MozCon. From the impressive accreditation of seasoned speakers to the novel thinking of newcomers, MozCon 2022’s presenters delivered a level of actionable advice and inspiration that resoundingly reaffirmed why this event is one of the best-loved in the SEO world. As a local SEO, it’s my practice to attend the livestream with ears pricked to catch any takeaway that could be useful to local businesses and their marketers. Local was the core focus of a few presentations, but while the majority of MozCon talks are not local-specific, […]
How to Write a SMART Goal [+ Free SMART Goal Template]
Work can feel like a never-ending grind when you’re not chasing a clear goal. A SMART goal template can help you clarify your motivations, set a clear direction for you and your team members, and ensure you’re able to celebrate the wins when they come along. But what exactly is a SMART goal, and how does it differ from a regular goal? To help you write SMART goals, we’ve created a free template with all the tools you need to get started. What is a SMART goal? The letters of SMART stand for: Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Time-Bound The SMART […]
How to Plan Your Instagram Posts [+22 Free Instagram Planning Templates]
When you’re not following a plan on social media, it’s easy to forget to post regularly. Additionally, creating image and video-based content meant to drive revenue for your business can seem far from your bottom line. However, 90% of people on Instagram follow at least one business nowadays. To compete with other companies in your industry, you must have a solid Instagram strategy, especially if your intended audience uses the app. Fortunately, once you have an ideal plan for your Instagram content, you can create content more intentionally and ultimately drive more results for your team and organization. In this […]
Here’s How Gamers Are Responding to Minecraft’s Sweeping NFT Ban
Since NFTs first entered the public spotlight in early 2021, one group has rallied against letting this technology into their lives: gamers. That leaves regular or core gaming experiences like Call of Duty, Valorant, and Fortnite in an entirely different market category than their blockchain-enabled counterparts. Despite their growing valuations and popularity, blockchain games are still struggling to compete with their mainstream gaming counterparts. For example, Decentraland and The Sandbox are two games that’ve tried popularizing the concept of buying and selling virtual real estate as NFTs have both struggled to hit even 1,000 active monthly users as of writing. […]
Art or Investment? The US Government’s New Policy on NFTs
The United States Office of Government Ethics (OGE) has issued new guidance regarding non-fungible tokens (NFTs). In a legal advisory issued earlier this week, the OGE expanded its initiative aimed at preventing conflicts of interest in the highest levels of the US government. The new requirement? Senior officials must disclose the NFTs they own. Ultimately, this new guidance raises important questions about whether NFTs are viewed as art or investments by the US government. New rules for Web3 Every year, US politicians need to file statements containing details about their personal finances. These documents are declared to the public and […]
Final Fantasy VII NFT Project to Honor the Game’s 25th Anniversary
One of the longest-running and most beloved video game series of all time is getting the NFT treatment. Today, software platform Enjin and well-known video game company Square Enix announced the upcoming launch of a collectible set of digital cards and figures inspired by “Final Fantasy VII,” the iconic 1997 RPG, according to a recent press release. Enjiin, a software platform that lets developers create their own NFTs on Ethereum and integrate them into games and apps, and Square Enix, the company behind the famous game, are releasing the collection in honor of the game’s 25th anniversary. The release will […]
The Amazon.eth Domain $1 Million Offer Went Unanswered
The ENS domain names phenomenon keeps gaining momentum while more companies, brands, and individuals are jumping into the crypto bandwagon. So, while great demand pushes the .eth domains to skyrocket in pricing, the recent news unveils the total record-breaker, or, just an attempt to become the one. Thus, on July 19th, Amazon.eth ENS domain received an offer for 1 million in USDC from an anonymous wallet address on OpenSea. However, despite the tempting offer, it went unanswered and no transaction was made. It’s worth noting that the latest Amazon.eth sale was accomplished for 33 ETH, or about $100K at that […]
Owning the Land Plots will Enable Creators Develop and Build Custom Experiences on the Metaverse — Creator’s Interview
On this joyful day, my guest is Alice Sand — one of the Co-Founders of Cardalonia Land NFT. Chris: Cardalonia Metaverse consists of 100,000 plots of land. What and how are these lands being sold on the metaverse through the NFT? Alice: The Cardalonia lands are actually called Terrania, owning the land plots will enable creators develop and build custom experiences on the Cardalonia Metaverse. Terrania will be sold in two phases, a pre-sale phase for users who have an active stake of over 7000 LONIA and a public mint at a much higher price than the mint price. Chris: […]