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“I knew this was my chance” — Marco Mori on his blockchain journey to creative freedom

Marco Mori creates art intended to spark a reaction. The German 3D artist, known for his provocative caricatures and witty animations, is inclined towards the “weird” over the “normal”. He spoke to Nina Knaack about his newfound artistic freedom and ability to earn a living by creating whatever he feels like.

How DAOs are bringing investing onto the blockchain

DAOs make it easy for people to pool funds over the internet. Investment DAOs are one of the most obvious and impactful uses of that unique feature of web3. Jason Levin explores how the sector is taking shape and the key actors to watch.

Sammya Brata on immortalising culture on the blockchain

What started as a hobby for Indian-born Sammya Brata quickly developed into an integral part of his life. Now an award-winning photographer, he draws the extraordinary out of ordinary life in his hometown of Calcutta. He talks to Ola Kalejaye about finding his style, the NFT landscape in India, and the life lessons that accompanied his artistic journey.

“I hope filmmakers can greenlight themselves with the power of JPEGs” — creating Calladita with Miguel Faus

The phrase ‘art is the utility’ rings more true in film than anywhere else. Miguel Faus is making one of the world's first films funded entirely by NFTs. Barcelona-born, his film ‘Calladita’ is an example of how web3 is empowering new voices to tell new stories. He tells Mark Fielding how it's happening.

How the FIFA World Cup flocked to NFTs – and what to expect at the tournament

Both FIFA and its top players are turning to web3 to engage digitally-native generations. Randy Ginsburg explores how the world's most loved sport is exploring what an NFT collection looks like with a price point as low as traditional trading cards.

“AI is a way to create the impossible” – Jenni Pasanen on the possibilities of AI art

“For me, art is healing.” Jenni Pasanen’s artwork is a raw form of self-expression – a gateway to her mind and heart. Her NFTs comprise layers of AI shapes and digital brushstrokes, uniting the worlds of mind and machine. She speaks to Steph Kunkel about process and purpose.

“This is a chance for everyone who has an activist heart to do something” – Inna Modja on art and activism in web3

Inna Modja has forged a path all of her own, combining an array of art forms with a hands-on approach to activism. The Malian singer spoke with Leo Nasskau about the power of storytelling, web3 philanthropy, and why she believes the space will continue to flourish. Clovis McEvoy tells the story.

Mona opens the door to a new medium for architecture

Mona's aim has always been to empower creating, collecting, and sharing virtual experiences at the intersection of the metaverse, extended reality, and blockchain. Nina Knaack speaks to co-founder Justin Melillo about the evolution his platform and why virtual experiences are worth getting excited about.

What is the 'open metaverse'? These blockchain companies have different answers

A metaverse owned by companies taking a cut will never reach its full potential. Open metaverses built on decentralised blockchains unlock new possibilities for creativity and commerce that would not be realised in a centralised experience. Randy Ginsburg contrasts two organisations building the early stages of that vision.

Randy Ginsburg

November 22, 2022

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“I knew this was my chance” — Marco Mori on his blockchain journey to creative freedom

How DAOs are bringing investing onto the blockchain

Sammya Brata on immortalising culture on the blockchain

“I hope filmmakers can greenlight themselves with the power of JPEGs” — creating Calladita with Miguel Faus

How the FIFA World Cup flocked to NFTs – and what to expect at the tournament

“AI is a way to create the impossible” – Jenni Pasanen on the possibilities of AI art

“This is a chance for everyone who has an activist heart to do something” – Inna Modja on art and activism in web3

Mona opens the door to a new medium for architecture

What is the 'open metaverse'? These blockchain companies have different answers

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“I knew this was my chance” — Marco Mori on his blockchain journey to creative freedom

How DAOs are bringing investing onto the blockchain

Sammya Brata on immortalising culture on the blockchain

“I hope filmmakers can greenlight themselves with the power of JPEGs” — creating Calladita with Miguel Faus

How the FIFA World Cup flocked to NFTs – and what to expect at the tournament

“AI is a way to create the impossible” – Jenni Pasanen on the possibilities of AI art

“This is a chance for everyone who has an activist heart to do something” – Inna Modja on art and activism in web3

Mona opens the door to a new medium for architecture

What is the 'open metaverse'? These blockchain companies have different answers

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