Author: Evan Ezquer

Google has created an artificial intelligence (AI) model that could be three times larger and more powerful than OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which is currently one of the most advanced language processing models and arguably the most popular chatbot to date. The new model, called PaLM (Pathways Language Model), was reportedly developed in April and runs on Google’s proprietary TPU (Tensor Processing Units) hardware, competing with NVIDIA’s GPUs. According to Sterling Crispin, an artist and coder with a special interest in NFT art, PaLM is expected to surpass ChatGPT’s capabilities when Google activates it. This came two days after Google issued a…

Web3 gaming is struggling to find mainstream success despite the potential for innovation and growth in the industry. Obviously, we can’t ignore the fact that FTX and the Russo-Ukrainian war have both massively contributed to the crash in valuations of gaming assets and the decline of user activity. The Solana network, in particular, took the worst beating due to its close ties to FTX. But it’s undeniable that even the top blockchain games like Axie Infinity and Alien Worlds, which took the world by storm in 2021, are struggling to retain even 5% of their active users today. Many pundits…

Gamers and NFT enthusiasts (I know you guys aren’t always mutually exclusive) get ready for the next phase of the Otherside – a revolutionary new metaverse being developed by Yuga Labs. Powered by M², a powerful network capable of supporting over 10,000 players in a single space and handling over 500M operations per second, The Otherside will allow users to bring their non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to life as avatars and explore, interact, and have a blast with friends. The web3 company showcased leaks of Second Trip in a press release today, and fans can’t curb their enthusiasm. What Are the…

The apex non-fungible token (NFT) collection known as Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) has released the newly-anticipated prologue of its lore today, serving as a tantalizing preview of what’s to come. This is a must-see for holders of BAYC and Mutant Ape Yach Club (MAYC) as not only can it potentially impact the value of their NFTs, but also provide them with exclusive benefits and perks. But even if you’re not a holder, learning about Yuga Labs’ (founders) new lore and how it employs storytelling to communicate its value and vision can still give you helpful insights. NFT degens and…

It’s never fun to watch your creation being used without your permission. Least of all if the culprit is reaping six figures on the back of your efforts and creativity. But there have been multiple cases of stolen art being peddled on NFT marketplaces and other online platforms, and to this day, this practice is still ongoing. Fortunately, even in the wild wild west of web3, there are multiple entities that seek to give justice to artists and are willing to fight the good fight. The largest online artist community (DeviantArt) is also tracking nine blockchains, including Ethereum, Polygon, Klaytn,…

The world is rapidly changing as it moves from a rigid social climate to a more creative one. Future social platforms will likely allow for greater freedom of self-expression. And while Meta (formerly Facebook) still requires its users to represent their real-life names as per its authenticity policy, it will likely fall in line as soon as more people demand the ability to represent a different online persona. On Twitter, pseudonymous accounts are already accepted as long as they’re not misleading or deceptive. In fact, you can already use non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as a pfp (profile picture) on Twitter, Instagram,…

If you are into cryptocurrencies/NFTs or have discovered them recently, there is a non-zero chance that you’ve heard the abbreviation CT before. CT stands for Crypto Twitter, where the vast majority of crypto enthusiasts hang online. Anyone virtually interested in crypto, blockchain, web3, or NFTs definitely needs to at least consider being part of this community. And if you want to be relevant, it is a must. This guide is designed to give you a glimpse of what Crypto Twitter is like and what you can get out of it. What is Crypto Twitter? Crypto Twitter is a sub-community on…

Have you ever seen an NFT project launch a new collection with upgraded art? Chances are, you might be seeing some form of the so-called ‘mutations’ in NFTs. But what are they exactly? The concept was championed by Yuga Labs through the release of the Mutant Ape Yacht Club. And from there, other projects began replicating the process in their collections. However, most of them didn’t really pan out. But the ones that did, made history in NFT. What is an NFT Mutation? An NFT Mutation is an on-chain gamification process that updates the existing image, attributes, and metadata of…

On a strawberry moon on the 14th of June, a novel concept that initially originated from the Solana space has sparked heated debates between various platforms, developers, and users across the entire NFT sector. Zero creator royalties for NFTs have essentially become one of the most controversial topics being tackled in the space, as its repercussions are starting to be felt by creators. And safe to say, the Yawww marketplace is right in the center of it all. Call it what you want — disruption, innovation, democracy, destruction, cancer; but one thing is clear. Yawww has opened Pandora’s box, so…

Solana OG project DeGods has breached a new all-time high of 420 SOL ($15K) today, essentially surpassing multiple Ethereum bluechip NFT collections including BAYC’s Bored Ape Kennel Club (BAKC), Azuki, VeeFriends, and even Nike and RTFKT’s Clone X. The DeGods community is currently melting faces across Crypto Twitter. As it stands, it currently has the fifth-highest floor price among NFTs across Ethereum and Solana, which both account for more than 95% of NFT revenue in all chains. It is exceeded by Mutant Ape YC, which has a floor of 12 ETH ($20K). Admit One currently stands at 7.7 ETH ($12.8K),…