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How Reddit’s Collectible Avatars Blew Up the NFT Space
On July 7, 2022, Reddit announced the launch of a new project: Collectible Avatars. These limited-edition PFPs, created by independent artists in partnership with the company (in addition to popular Reddit community creators), would confer unique platform benefits to their owners. Backed by the Polygon blockchain and available for purchase at a fixed price in fiat, it was Reddit’s first large-scale foray into the NFT space. The announcement took many by surprise. The social platform’s NFT subreddit had long been a terrifying and cacophonous place where you were equally likely to encounter either seething NFT hatred or annoying and malevolent […]
Unsung hero saves DeFi protocol from potential exploit: Finance Redefined
Analytical data reveals that DeFi’s total value registered another dip, with the total value locked (TVL) falling below $50 billion at the time of writing.
Let them build: Democratizing game creation one player at a time
As metaverse gaming continues to flourish, developers have paired play-to-earn games with platforms allowing players to create their own.
Nifty News: OpenSea dominance fades, Azuki skateboards fetch $2.5M and more
The largest NFT marketplace is facing headwinds from its competition as OpenSea sees its market share slip while its rivals gain significant ground.
Q&A: Play-to-earn mechanics ‘kill’ blockchain games — so what’s the answer?
Do play-to-earn mechanics kill blockchain games over time? This project thinks so — and that’s why it is focusing on long-term sustainability.
Is Google Okay With Minor Tweaks To Machine Translations? via @sejournal, @martinibuster
Google answers whether machine-translated content with only minor editing changes is still good enough. The post Is Google Okay With Minor Tweaks To Machine Translations? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Meta Rolls Out 6 Updates To Facebook Groups via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
Meta announces six updates to Facebook Groups that allow users to share more types of content and admins to manage their community efficiently. The post Meta Rolls Out 6 Updates To Facebook Groups appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
6 TikTok Myths, Debunked in 2022
Many marketers have flirted with the idea of trying TikTok, but certain misconceptions have stood in the way. For instance, isn’t it just a platform for teens? Specifically, teens who lip-sync? To help curb the confusion, we’ve rounded up a list of common TikTok myths to help you decide whether it deserves a spot on your marking roster. Let’s dive in. Myth 1: TikTok’s audience is too young. Brands mistakenly assume that TikTok is just for teens and young adults. Although it initially exploded in popularity with the Gen Z crowd, TikTok is quickly “growing up.” In fact, 36% of […]
LinkedIn Launches Live Audio Events: How They’ll Differ from Clubhouse & Twitter Spaces
Twitter has Spaces. Facebook has Live Audio Rooms. Clubhouse has…Clubhouse. Now, LinkedIn is grabbing a seat at the table with its own audio feature. Let’s talk about what LinkedIn Audio Events is, how it works, and what it could mean for marketers. LinkedIn first launched a beta version of Live Audio Events in January. Then, in June, expanded it to users with the “creator mode” on. Today, all users have access to it and the platform plans to eventually follow up with a video version. Image Source Here are a few key facts: Events must be at least 15 minutes […]
How Should Global Brands Engage Gen Z During The FIFA World Cup? via @sejournal, @gregjarboe
Satisfy a younger generation’s appetite for immersive, community-driven experiences for your global brand. Here’s how, according to gaming and sports marketing expert, Kevin Kim. The post How Should Global Brands Engage Gen Z During The FIFA World Cup? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.