🚀 Brendan Greene Discusses Future Of Metaverse Project Artemis
#BrendanGreene #Metaverse #Artemis #Gaming #PlayerUnknownProductions #NFT #Blockchain #DigitalWorld #GameDevelopment #IPBubbles
According to Odaily, Brendan Greene, the creator of the online battle royale game PUBG, left the game's development team in 2019 to focus on developing a new game-centric metaverse called Artemis. In a recent interview with IGN, Greene stated that he has not considered incorporating NFTs into the project. His studio, PlayerUnknown Productions, is currently working on Artemis, with the primary focus on developing the engine to a state where they can create content. Greene emphasized that the current priority is to make engaging games rather than integrating NFTs.
While NFTs are unlikely to feature in Greene's metaverse, he acknowledged the potential for blockchain technology to be integrated at some point. He described blockchain as an interesting financial tool and a potential layer in the digital world. Greene mentioned that future iterations of blockchain or similar technologies could be intriguing, highlighting its role as a digital ledger. He expressed openness to using the best available digital ledger technology if it proves beneficial.
Greene also commented on the current state of the metaverse, describing it as a 'dirty word' and criticized other creators for building what he termed 'IP bubbles.' He argued that these bubbles are created with substandard technology and fail to live up to the hype, suggesting that while these bubbles might interact in the future, they do not constitute a true metaverse.#BrendanGreene #Metaverse #Artemis #Gaming #PlayerUnknownProductions #NFT #Blockchain #DigitalWorld #GameDevelopment #IPBubbles
🚀 Intel Capital to Become Independent Fund by 2025
#IntelCapital #venturecapital #independentfund #Web3 #AI #crypto #blockchain #metaverse #investment
According to Odaily, Intel has announced plans to spin off its global venture capital arm, Intel Capital, into an independent fund. This transition is expected to be completed by the second half of 2025. Intel Capital currently manages assets exceeding $5 billion. The venture capital firm has invested in several Web3 startups, including Israeli AI company AI21 Labs, crypto security firm Fortanix, mining equipment company Zhongke Shenglong, metaverse platform Inworld AI, and blockchain companies Axoni and StarkWare.#IntelCapital #venturecapital #independentfund #Web3 #AI #crypto #blockchain #metaverse #investment
🚀 Meta CTO Highlights 2025 As Crucial Year For Metaverse
#Meta #CTO #Metaverse #2025 #Technology #Odaily
According to Odaily, Meta Platforms' Chief Technology Officer has stated that the year 2025 will be pivotal for the success or failure of the metaverse.#Meta #CTO #Metaverse #2025 #Technology #Odaily
🚀 SEC Appoints New Chief Counsel For Crypto Task Force
#SEC #CryptoTaskForce #MikeSelig #CryptoRegulation #CFTC #Innovation #NFTs #Metaverse #HesterPeirce #CryptoDad
According to CoinDesk, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has appointed Mike Selig as the chief counsel for its newly established Crypto Task Force. Selig, a seasoned crypto lawyer, previously served as a partner at the international law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher, where he was part of the firm's crypto practice. His career also includes an internship with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo, known in the industry as "CryptoDad," expressed his congratulations to Selig via a social media post. Giancarlo, who is also a senior counsel at Willkie Farr, praised Selig's appointment, highlighting his past experience as a CFTC intern and partner at the firm. Giancarlo leads the Digital Works practice at Willkie Farr.
Selig has been vocal about his views on crypto regulation. In an op-ed for CoinDesk last October, he suggested that the SEC should move away from "regulation by enforcement," a strategy associated with former Chair Gary Gensler. Instead, Selig advocated for a regulatory framework that fosters innovation. Some of his recommendations, such as rescinding the Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 and withdrawing from certain lawsuits, have already been adopted by the new task force.
The announcement of Selig's appointment also included the naming of 13 other staff members to the task force. Among them are Landon Zinda, a former policy director at Coin Center, and Veronica Reynolds, a former attorney at Baker Hostetler LLP with expertise in NFTs and metaverse-related legal issues. Both Zinda and Reynolds will serve as senior advisors. Zinda's role was initially announced in February.
Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the Crypto Task Force, emphasized the team's dedication to addressing complex regulatory challenges in the crypto space. She noted the task force's commitment to collaborating with other SEC staff and engaging with the public to develop practical solutions for the evolving crypto industry.#SEC #CryptoTaskForce #MikeSelig #CryptoRegulation #CFTC #Innovation #NFTs #Metaverse #HesterPeirce #CryptoDad
🚀 Concerns Raised Over AI and Metaverse Investment Scams
#AI #Metaverse #InvestmentScams #Fraud #VirtualCurrency #Blockchain #HighReturns #FakeTradingPlatforms #IllegalFundraising #GameDevelopment #VirtualReality
According to BlockBeats, a recent article highlights the growing issue of fraudulent activities involving AI and metaverse investments. The report warns that some individuals are exploiting terms like 'future currency' and 'high returns' to deceive people into believing that investing in virtual currencies is a risk-free venture. These fraudsters create fake trading platforms and exaggerate profit data, leading investors to think they are guaranteed profits. Once funds are collected, they manipulate the market, causing the value of these 'currencies' to plummet, and in some cases, they even shut down the trading platforms.
Additionally, there are concerns about individuals using the allure of the metaverse and blockchain to promote related concepts such as game development and virtual reality. They claim that people can 'earn money while playing games' and package these as high-tech investment projects. Through false advertising of high returns, they attract public funds, exhibiting characteristics of illegal fundraising activities.#AI #Metaverse #InvestmentScams #Fraud #VirtualCurrency #Blockchain #HighReturns #FakeTradingPlatforms #IllegalFundraising #GameDevelopment #VirtualReality
🚀 Beijing Advances Digital Economy with New Measures
#Beijing #DigitalEconomy #TechnologyInnovation #Metaverse #Gaming #Esports #VirtualReality #CrossBorderData #CulturalExport #DataCertification #InternationalBusiness #CulturalTechnology #InnovationPilotZone
According to Foresight News, Beijing is taking steps to enhance its international technology innovation center by focusing on the development of digital economy sectors such as science fiction, the metaverse, gaming, e-sports, and virtual reality. Recently, a draft titled 'Measures to Support the Construction of Beijing Future Digital Space Innovation Pilot Zone' was released for public consultation.
The draft emphasizes supporting cross-border data flow and cultural export initiatives. It encourages enterprises to engage in the development of international rules and standards for cross-border data certification systems. The aim is to enhance the capabilities of cross-border data service centers and facilitate secure and orderly international internet access for businesses.
Additionally, the measures seek to promote the innovation and export of future data spaces by developing cultural export projects. The goal is to accelerate the growth of internationally competitive cultural technology companies and to support the global expansion of enterprises, products, and services.#Beijing #DigitalEconomy #TechnologyInnovation #Metaverse #Gaming #Esports #VirtualReality #CrossBorderData #CulturalExport #DataCertification #InternationalBusiness #CulturalTechnology #InnovationPilotZone
🚀 China Initiates 2025 Metaverse Case Recommendations Across Various Sectors
#China #Metaverse #2025 #DigitalHuman #ProductCases #ParkCases #StandardCases #MinistryOfIndustry #MinistryOfEducation #MinistryOfCulture #StateAdministrationOfRadioAndTelevision
According to PANews, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the State Administration of Radio and Television have jointly issued a notice to organize the recommendation of typical metaverse cases for 2025. The scope of recommendations includes digital human cases, product cases, park cases, and standard cases within the metaverse sector.#China #Metaverse #2025 #DigitalHuman #ProductCases #ParkCases #StandardCases #MinistryOfIndustry #MinistryOfEducation #MinistryOfCulture #StateAdministrationOfRadioAndTelevision
🚀 China Launches 2025 Metaverse Case Recommendation Initiative
#China #Metaverse #Initiative #DigitalHuman #IntellectualProperty #Innovation #Technology #ExemplaryCases #2025
According to Foresight News, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the State Administration of Radio and Television have jointly issued a notice to initiate the 2025 Metaverse Case Recommendation initiative. This effort aims to identify exemplary cases in the metaverse, including digital human cases, product cases, park cases, and standard cases.
The initiative requires that the creative ideas, products, technologies, and related patents of the submitted cases belong to the applicants, who must possess independent intellectual property rights without any disputes. For digital human cases, applicants must hold all intellectual property rights related to the virtual images involved or have obtained legal authorization from the rights holders.
The submitted cases should demonstrate high technical standards and complete practical applications. They should also exhibit strong representativeness, innovation, and scalability, offering significant reference and promotional value to relevant industries or enterprises.#China #Metaverse #Initiative #DigitalHuman #IntellectualProperty #Innovation #Technology #ExemplaryCases #2025
🚀 Robot Consulting Co. Ltd. Plans Ethereum Investment to Enhance Legal Tech and Metaverse Expansion
#Ethereum #ETH #LegalTech #Metaverse #Blockchain #DigitalAsset #RobotConsulting #LAWR #NASDAQ #IPO
According to BlockBeats, Japanese platform service provider Robot Consulting Co., Ltd., listed on NASDAQ under the code LAWR, has announced plans to expand into the legal technology and metaverse sectors. As part of its long-term strategy, the company intends to invest some of its available cash resources, potentially including funds raised from its initial public offering completed on July 18, 2025, into Ethereum (ETH).
The investment aims to integrate blockchain technology with legal tech projects and establish a digital asset reserve. Robot Consulting Co. Ltd. expects to commence this investment between the fourth quarter of 2025 and spring 2026. The planned investment amount is estimated to be up to 1 billion yen (approximately 6.73 million USD), although the exact timing and amount may be adjusted based on market conditions and strategic considerations.
The company will conduct quarterly market valuations of its Ethereum holdings and include any gains or losses in its annual financial statements. If the amounts are significant, they will be promptly disclosed to investors.#Ethereum #ETH #LegalTech #Metaverse #Blockchain #DigitalAsset #RobotConsulting #LAWR #NASDAQ #IPO
🚀 Yunfeng Financial Appoints New Independent Non-Executive Director
#YunfengFinancial #IndependentNonExecutiveDirector #LiangXinjun #XinFamilyOffice #FosunGroup #Web3 #Blockchain #ArtificialIntelligence #Metaverse
According to BlockBeats, Yunfeng Financial (00376.HK) has announced the appointment of Liang Xinjun as an independent non-executive director, effective from September 5, 2025.
Liang Xinjun currently serves as the Chairman and CEO of Xin Family Office. He is also known as a co-founder of Fosun Group and has extensive investment experience in areas such as Web3 blockchain, artificial intelligence, and the metaverse.#YunfengFinancial #IndependentNonExecutiveDirector #LiangXinjun #XinFamilyOffice #FosunGroup #Web3 #Blockchain #ArtificialIntelligence #Metaverse
🚀 China's New Plan to Enhance Consumer Goods Supply and Demand Compatibility
#China #ConsumerGoods #SupplyAndDemand #Ecommerce #AI #DigitalTechnologies #VirtualReality #Metaverse #Blockchain #PlatformConsumption #LiveStreaming #InstantRetail #CircularEconomy #BrandPromotion #ConsumerExperience
According to PANews, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, along with five other departments, has issued an implementation plan aimed at enhancing the compatibility between supply and demand in consumer goods to further boost consumption. The plan outlines the orderly development of platform consumption, including live-streaming e-commerce, instant retail, curated retail, and circular e-commerce.
The initiative encourages platform enterprises to lawfully and compliantly utilize artificial intelligence technology to analyze user needs and match products and services accordingly. It also supports the application of digital technologies such as virtual reality, the metaverse, artificial intelligence, and blockchain to create multi-scenario, immersive consumer experiences.
Furthermore, the plan guides platform enterprises to conduct brand quality promotion activities to stimulate consumption. It emphasizes the need for platform enterprises to take primary responsibility, strengthen the review of operator qualifications, verify product information, and improve mechanisms for the rapid resolution of consumer disputes.#China #ConsumerGoods #SupplyAndDemand #Ecommerce #AI #DigitalTechnologies #VirtualReality #Metaverse #Blockchain #PlatformConsumption #LiveStreaming #InstantRetail #CircularEconomy #BrandPromotion #ConsumerExperience
🚀 Meta Shifts Focus to Monetizable AI Models, Plans Avocado Release in 2026
#Meta #AI #MonetizableAI #Zuckerberg #Avocado #TBDLab #OpenSource #ClosedSource #AIModels #TechInvestment #MetaStrategy #AIInfrastructure #VirtualReality #Metaverse #AIglasses
According to Odaily, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is deeply involved in daily research and development, steering the company's strategy towards monetizable artificial intelligence models after investing billions of dollars in building one of the most expensive teams in tech history. Insiders reveal that a new model, codenamed 'Avocado,' is expected to be released in the spring of 2026, potentially as a closed-source product controlled and sold by Meta. This move marks a significant departure from Meta's long-standing advocacy for open-source initiatives.
Zuckerberg is dedicating substantial time to a core team known as TBD Lab, which is integrating third-party models such as Google's Gemma, OpenAI's gpt-oss, and Alibaba's Qwen during the training of Avocado. Concurrently, Meta is significantly reallocating resources, reducing investments in the metaverse and virtual reality, and redirecting funds towards hardware like AI glasses. The company plans to invest $600 billion in AI infrastructure in the United States over the next three years.#Meta #AI #MonetizableAI #Zuckerberg #Avocado #TBDLab #OpenSource #ClosedSource #AIModels #TechInvestment #MetaStrategy #AIInfrastructure #VirtualReality #Metaverse #AIglasses
🚀 Ark Invest Increases Stake in Roblox with Significant Stock Purchase
#ArkInvest #CathieWood #Roblox #Metaverse #StockPurchase #Investment
According to ChainCatcher, Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, has increased its investment in the metaverse platform Roblox. Data from Ark Invest Daily reveals that the firm acquired an additional 169,130 shares of Roblox stock, valued at approximately $12.825 million.#ArkInvest #CathieWood #Roblox #Metaverse #StockPurchase #Investment
🚀 Meta Platforms Considers Layoffs in Reality Labs Division
#MetaPlatforms #layoffs #RealityLabs #metaverse #VRheadsets #ARglasses #wearabledevices #RayBan #virtualreality #socialnetworks
According to Odaily, Meta Platforms is contemplating layoffs within its Reality Labs division, specifically targeting the branch involved in 'metaverse' operations. Three informed employees revealed that the company might initiate these layoffs as early as next month, potentially affecting 10% to 30% of the team. This team primarily focuses on VR headsets and VR-based social networks. Reality Labs comprises the metaverse and wearable devices departments. Sources indicate that management plans to redirect the savings from these layoffs towards the AR glasses project. Meta launched AR glasses in collaboration with Ray-Ban in 2021, surpassing internal sales targets. Insiders report that Meta is reassessing its investments in the metaverse, with executives considering significant cuts to VR-related positions within the metaverse department.#MetaPlatforms #layoffs #RealityLabs #metaverse #VRheadsets #ARglasses #wearabledevices #RayBan #virtualreality #socialnetworks
🚀 Meta Announces Significant Layoffs in Reality Labs Amid Strategic Shift
#Meta #Layoffs #RealityLabs #VR #AR #Metaverse #StrategicShift #WearableDevices #AISmartGlasses #FinancialLosses #MarkZuckerberg
According to BlockBeats, Meta is set to implement a new round of layoffs in early 2026, primarily targeting its Reality Labs division, which is responsible for VR/AR hardware and metaverse projects. This move marks a significant strategic retreat from the metaverse vision that CEO Mark Zuckerberg has been heavily promoting since 2014. The company plans to reduce the Reality Labs workforce by 10%, affecting over 1,000 positions, with impacted employees beginning to receive notifications starting Tuesday.
Meta is shifting its focus from metaverse products to wearable devices, particularly AI smart glasses. The company's metaverse projects have been experiencing substantial financial losses, with Reality Labs accumulating operational losses exceeding $70 billion since 2021. In the third quarter of the 2025 fiscal year alone, the division reported a loss of $4.4 billion.#Meta #Layoffs #RealityLabs #VR #AR #Metaverse #StrategicShift #WearableDevices #AISmartGlasses #FinancialLosses #MarkZuckerberg
🚀 Axie Infinity Tokens Surge Amid Major Tokenomics Reforms
#AxieInfinity #AXS #SLP #tokenomics #SkyMavis #bAXS #cryptocurrency #gamingecosystem #blockchain #tokenreform #NFT #metaverse #MMO #AtiasLegacy #crypto #gameeconomy #cryptosurge
On January 23, Axie Infinity ecosystem tokens AXS and SLP have experienced significant growth over several weeks. According to BlockBeats, AXS has surged over 247% in the past 30 days, raising its market capitalization to $748 million, while SLP has increased by more than 42%, reaching a market cap of $38.48 million.
The primary driver behind this surge is the aggressive tokenomics reform introduced by Axie Infinity's developer, Sky Mavis, at the beginning of 2026. Starting January 7, the emission of SLP in the Origins mode was completely halted, effectively disrupting the 'farm-and-dump' cycle of automated bot farms. This move significantly reduced the daily supply of SLP, decreasing inflationary pressure by over 30% and alleviating long-term selling pressure.
Additionally, Sky Mavis introduced bAXS (Bonded AXS), a non-transferable token that replaces the previous freely tradable AXS game reward mechanism. The new token is bound to player accounts and can only be used for in-game consumption, staking, or governance. Players with high reputations benefit from lower transaction fees when selling, aiming to reward genuine players rather than short-term speculators, further creating supply contraction expectations and curbing bot proliferation.
These structural changes are considered the largest economic model overhaul for Axie Infinity since its peak in 2021. Co-founder Jihoz emphasized that 2026 will involve taking 'greater risks,' including upcoming content updates like Atia's Legacy MMO Beta, to revitalize player engagement and ensure ecosystem sustainability.#AxieInfinity #AXS #SLP #tokenomics #SkyMavis #bAXS #cryptocurrency #gamingecosystem #blockchain #tokenreform #NFT #metaverse #MMO #AtiasLegacy #crypto #gameeconomy #cryptosurge
🚀 Justin Bieber's Bored Ape NFT Sees Significant Depreciation Amid Market Downturn
#JustinBieber #BoredApeNFT #NFT #MarketDownturn #YugaLabs #CryptoPunks #PudgyPenguins #NFTInvesting #Metaverse #DigitalAssets #APE
Justin Bieber's investment in a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT, purchased for around $1.3 million in early 2022, has significantly depreciated to an estimated value of $12,000. According to NS3.AI, the NFT market has been experiencing a prolonged downturn, affecting floor prices across major collections such as Bored Apes, CryptoPunks, and Pudgy Penguins. Despite the ongoing slump, Yuga Labs continues to innovate, working on new projects including a physical clubhouse and a metaverse game that features their NFT avatars.#JustinBieber #BoredApeNFT #NFT #MarketDownturn #YugaLabs #CryptoPunks #PudgyPenguins #NFTInvesting #Metaverse #DigitalAssets #APE
🚀 Shiba Inu's Potential for Long-Term Growth Amid Ecosystem Enhancements
#ShibaInu #SHIB #cryptocurrency #ecosystem #Shibarium #ShibOS #Web3 #metaverse #coinburn #longtermgrowth #priceprediction #blockchain
Shiba Inu (SHIB) has seen a dramatic price increase since its launch in 2020, reaching its peak in 2021 before experiencing a decline of over 92%. According to NS3.AI, the development team is actively working on expanding the ecosystem with several initiatives, including the Shibarium layer-2 network, the ShibOS Web3 platform, a metaverse, and a new coin burn mechanism aimed at reducing supply. Analysts are optimistic about the long-term price potential, with some forecasting a new all-time high by 2030.#ShibaInu #SHIB #cryptocurrency #ecosystem #Shibarium #ShibOS #Web3 #metaverse #coinburn #longtermgrowth #priceprediction #blockchain
🚀 Amazon Stock Rebounds Above $200 Amid AI Sector Investments
#Amazon #stockrebounds #AIinvestments #artificialintelligence #Metaverse #financialinstitutions #WellsFargo #Oppenheimer #growthdrivers #R&D #2026projections
Amazon's stock has recently climbed back above $200, following a period of decline, largely due to substantial investments in the artificial intelligence sector. According to NS3.AI, despite some concerns that AI might become a speculative bubble akin to the Metaverse, analysts maintain a positive outlook on its long-term potential. Projections suggest Amazon's stock could reach $300 by the end of 2026. Major financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and Oppenheimer, have increased their price targets for Amazon, highlighting robust AI-driven innovation and heightened research and development spending as primary growth drivers.#Amazon #stockrebounds #AIinvestments #artificialintelligence #Metaverse #financialinstitutions #WellsFargo #Oppenheimer #growthdrivers #R&D #2026projections
🚀 Solana Foundation President Declares Blockchain Gaming Dead Amid Meta's Strategic Shift
#Solana #BlockchainGaming #Meta #Web3 #Crypto #Gaming #LilyLiu #Metaverse #NS3AI #SOL
Solana Foundation President Lily Liu recently stated on X that blockchain gaming is dead. According to NS3.AI, her comments were in response to a report indicating that Meta is moving away from its metaverse vision after investing $80 billion. The report highlighted that while Meta's strategy does not explicitly incorporate blockchain or crypto assets, it bears similarities to several Web3 gaming concepts.#Solana #BlockchainGaming #Meta #Web3 #Crypto #Gaming #LilyLiu #Metaverse #NS3AI #SOL