LensLinks: Issue 276

Has Metaverse Gone Quiet?, brought to you by Regiment LLC

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Len Pacek
November 22, 2023

Has Metavese Gone Quiet?

Today in LensLinks:

  • The metaverse has virtually disappeared. Here's why it's generative AI's fault

  • Non-Fungible Token Market Hits US$ 170.34 billion by 2030 with Impressive CAGR of 28.2%, Redefining Digital Ownership and Cultural Transactions

  • 6 Questions for Alex O’Donnell about financial journalism and the future of DeFi

  • SEC Sues Kraken as Crypto Exchange Crackdown Continues. Why Bitcoin Is Holding Steady.

  • The Top Metaverse Projects to Watch in 2023

  • OneLand Metaverse Market Analysis: Nov 13 - 19

  • Tod’s Embraces Digital Product Passports for Enhanced Luxury Experiences - CoinTrust

  • Addressing centralization concerns in liquid staking — Q&A with Swell

  • Kraken Faces SEC Charges for Unlawful Crypto Trading Operations

  • Argentina's Currency Falls on Crypto Exchanges After Anti-Peso Candidate Wins Presidency

  • Singularity: Want better AI? Get input from a real (human) expert

  • And Much, Much, More…

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"(AI) isn't going to be like blockchain, where it's all hype and then it goes nowhere. Generative AI has got legs because it's democratized. Anyone can use it -- it's everywhere"

- Gartner Director Analyst Samantha Searle

NOTABLE

The metaverse has virtually disappeared. Here's why it's generative AI's fault

Everything's gone quiet when it comes to virtual worlds. But even with the growth of generative AI, you shouldn't give up hope on the metaverse just yet.

www.zdnet.com/article/the-metaverse-has-virtually-disappeared-heres-why-its-generative-ais-fault

Metaverse & Gaming

Non-Fungible Token Market Hits US$ 170.34 billion by 2030 with Impressive CAGR of 28.2%, Redefining Digital Ownership and Cultural Transactions

TheNon-Fungible Token (NFT) market has revolutionized digital ownership by introducing unique cryptographic tokens representing ownership or authenticity on blockchains like Ethereum.

https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/news/prophecy-market-insights/non-fungible-token-market-hits-us-170-34-billion-by-2030-with-impressive-cagr-of-28-2-redefining-digital-ownership-and-cultural-transactions

Blockchain, Tokens & DeFi

6 Questions for Alex O’Donnell about financial journalism and the future of DeFi

Alex O'Donnell spoke to us about his career as a financial journalist — and how it led to his involvement in crypto and Umami DAO.

cointelegraph.com/magazine/6-questions-for-alex-o-donnell

Crypto Trading

SEC Sues Kraken as Crypto Exchange Crackdown Continues. Why Bitcoin Is Holding Steady.

The Securities and Exchange Commission sued cryptocurrency exchange Kraken on Monday, the latest move in a U.S. regulatory crackdown on crypto. But it did little to shake the price of Bitcoin, which has rallied on hopes of a friendlier SEC.

www.barrons.com/articles/bitcoin-ethereum-price-crypto-market-today-kraken-sec-743fcd29

Metaverse & Gaming - a little more…

The Top Metaverse Projects to Watch in 2023

In the dynamic world of technology, the concept of the metaverse has garnered immense attention, capturing the imagination of individuals and industries alike. As digital landscapes evolve and intertwine with reality, the metaverse is emerging as a realm of limitless possibilities.

www.baltictimes.com/the_top_metaverse_projects_to_watch_in_2023

OneLand Metaverse Market Analysis: Nov 13 - 19

Metaverse Market Analysis for Nov 13 - 19 in collaboration with OneLand. Click here to find the latest stats and data on the Metaverse!

nftplazas.com/oneland-market-analysis-nov-13

Tod’s Embraces Digital Product Passports for Enhanced Luxury Experiences - CoinTrust

Luxury fashion brand Tod’s has recently incorporated digital product passports (DPP) into its customer interactions, aligning with the trend adopted by other high-end labels. This strategic move follows Tod’s collaboration with the non-profit organization Aura Blockchain Consortium.   Tod’s Integration of Digital Product Passports: Tod’s has seamlessly integrated the DPP into its bespoke Di Bags, […]

www.cointrust.com/market-news/tods-embraces-digital-product-passports-for-enhanced-luxury-experiences

Blockchain, Tokens & DeFi - a little more…

Addressing centralization concerns in liquid staking — Q&A with Swell

Liquid staking has gained popularity among Ethereum users, but concerns about centralization remain

cointelegraph.com/news/addressing-centralization-concerns-in-liquid-staking-qa-with-swell

Cross-Protocol Atomic Swaps: Swapping Bitcoin for Tokens on Other Blockchains

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the ability to seamlessly exchange one digital asset for another has become increasingly important. This article explores the concept of cross-protocol atomic swaps, a cutting-edge solution that allows users to swap Bitcoin for tokens on other blockchains. We will dive de.....

www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1142095

Crypto Trading - a little more…

Kraken Faces SEC Charges for Unlawful Crypto Trading Operations

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has added Kraken – a San-Francisco-based crypto exchange – to its hitlist of industry giants charged

cryptonews.com/news/kraken-faces-sec-charges-for-unlawful-crypto-trading-operations.htm

OKX Follows PantherTrade Footsteps, Applies For Trading License In This 'Crypto Hub'

Crypto exchange OKX has applied for a virtual asset trading platform (VATP) license in Hong Kong, positioning its Hong Kong branch, OKX Hong Kong FinTech, at the forefront of the city's efforts to become a key cryptocurrency hub in the region.

www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/23/11/35895543/okx-follows-panthertrade-footsteps-applies-for-trading-license-in-this-crypto-hub

Argentina's Currency Falls on Crypto Exchanges After Anti-Peso Candidate Wins Presidency

Argentina's peso sank against the U.S. dollar in unofficial crypto-related trading, after Javier Milei won the presidential election with a plan to ditch the already-battered national currency. Based on trades between pesos and stablecoins, or digital tokens tied to the dollar, the peso has fallen

www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-jones-11-20-2023/card/argentina-s-currency-falls-on-crypto-exchanges-after-anti-peso-candidate-wins-presidency-2CYT6NmGQZvzbJ0bu2Vo

The Singularity:
AI, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Bio-engineering & Other Stuff on the way

Want better AI? Get input from a real (human) expert

Input from humans helps when deciding whether to trust the recommendations and decisions of a machine-learning system.

http://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1008426

Remy Robotics debuts a new type of robot-run restaurant in New York City called Better Days

Remy Robotics is a European-founded foodservice AI company that is bringing human-fed, robot-run fast-fine restaurants to New York City

www.nrn.com/technology/remy-robotics-debuts-new-type-robot-run-restaurant-new-york-city-called-better-days

New York Drones & Robotics AI Summit heralds growing automation industry - The Robot Report

Speakers at the Drones & Robotics AI Summit in New York discussed state and federal support of tech startups, as well as opportunities

www.therobotreport.com/drones-robotics-ai-summit-new-york-heralds-growing-automation-industry

ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance)

5 developments in the African metaverse - CryptoSaurus

The concept of the metaverse, a virtual shared space that combines aspects of social media, online gaming, augmented reality, and virtual reality, is rapidly

cryptosaurus.tech/5-developments-in-the-african-metaverse

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