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Immutable is set to launch its Ethereum-based gaming platform, Immutable zkEVM, aiming to enhance the revenue model, player experience, and developer journey in the gaming world. With over 50 games committed to it, the platform is also planning technical upgrades to ensure better compatibility with Ethereum, aiming to foster a harmonious operational relationship between the two platforms.

Immutable is testing its new blockchain technology layer, zkEVM, aiming to reduce reliance on singular network infrastructure. The zkEVM, designed to lower gas fees and boost transaction rates, seamlessly integrates with the Ethereum Virtual Machine, enabling easy transition of existing smart contracts. However, developer autonomy brings potential risks and challenges in infrastructure connectivity.

Immutable’s zkEVM, a Ethereum-compatible gaming platform developed with Polygon Labs, has begun public testing. This platform uses zero-knowledge proofs to secure transfers, decreasing development costs and enhancing security. However, Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin warns it may cause data inefficiency and latency issues.

NFT game Gods Unchained is set for a revival in 2023 with its launch on the popular Epic Games Store, attracting a larger audience. Developer Immutable Games Studio plans to introduce new game modes, a major expansion pack, and expand to iOS and Android platforms to enhance user experience and accessibility.

Cross the Ages, a free-to-play mobile card game, allows users to mint cards as NFTs on the Immutable X blockchain. With unique mechanics centered around deck-building and strategy, this game offers an NFT-driven gaming experience without sacrificing free gameplay. The game combines NFTs and CCGs, while letting players decide their level of blockchain interaction.

Cross the Ages, a mobile-first collectible card game, allows players to mint cards as NFTs on the Ethereum scaling network, Immutable X. With a challenging learning curve, unique mechanics, and innovative use of NFTs, it offers a rewarding experience for dedicated players.

Illuvium Overworld, an upcoming sci-fi fantasy video game, combines 3D world exploration and card-based arena gameplay in a single-player role-playing experience. Players navigate with a robot drone and capture Illuvials, Pokémon-like characters, in virtual battle arenas. Developed on Immutable X, Illuvium has released NFTs and its ERC-20 token, ILV, remains a top 150 cryptocurrency.

The web-based game Gods Unchained introduced a ‘Sealed Mode’, replicating traditional card games structures and rewarding skills over card collections. This attests to the convergence of traditional gaming and blockchain technology, fostering innovation in the increasingly digital sphere.

The blockchain-based trading card game Gods Unchained recently launched on the Epic Games Store, introducing its unique blend of NFTs and Ethereum layer-2 technology to 230 million customers globally. This partnership may signify further adoption and integration of blockchain gaming within mainstream platforms amid ongoing skepticism and regulatory challenges.

GameStop CEO Matt Furlong has been terminated after two years, amid declining NFT marketplace sales and concerns about the accuracy of the platform’s data. The company now faces leadership changes and an uncertain future in the NFT and crypto markets.

GameStop NFT partners with Ethereum blockchain game developer Illuvium to launch a 20,000 NFT collection called “Illuvitars.” This collaboration could increase visibility and credibility in the blockchain gaming space, potentially boosting trading volumes and revenue. However, the volatile NFT market presents uncertain risks.

GameStop partners with Telos Foundation to develop GameStop Playr, a Web3 game launcher aimed at distributing AAA Studio games using Telos blockchain infrastructure. This collaboration aims to attract new customers to Web3 gaming and eliminate existing barriers for Web2 players transitioning to Web3.

GameStop has announced a strategic partnership with The Telos Foundation to boost its Web3 gaming offerings by integrating Web3 games built on Telos’ robust blockchain network with its upcoming game launchpad, Playr. This collaboration aims to eliminate barriers, making it more accessible for Web2 players to explore Web3 gaming while attracting new users to the emerging ecosystem.

NFTrade, an NFT marketplace, has introduced cross-chain purchases and payments on Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, and Avalanche via partnership with Rarimo. This enables users to initiate a purchase on one network and pay on another seamlessly, improving the Web3 user experience.

Blockchain gaming accounts for 38% of April’s crypto transactions, with virtual worlds trading declining by 74% due to meme token craze. New gaming-oriented blockchain network Sui witnesses rapid success, while Ethereum sidechain network Polygon becomes increasingly popular for gaming.

“Finality in blockchain refers to the irrevocable confirmation of a transaction or block of transactions. Achieving finality has challenges like network latency and potential 51% attacks. However, improved security algorithms, consensus algorithms and advanced cryptographic techniques promise faster, more reliable confirmations, and permanence of transactions.”

“Ryan Wyatt, former gaming head at Google and YouTube, outlines AI’s role in the gaming industry. While not a replacement for tasks, AI will aid game teams to accomplish more. Wyatt sees blockchain’s potential in game development and its necessity in holding accountability over AI advancement due to its transparent, reliable nature.”

“PayPal’s recent patent application for a non-fungible token (NFT) purchase and transfer system boldy underscores the mainstream acceptance of blockchain technology. The filing suggests designs to leverage NFTs for tokenization, far beyond digital collectibles. However, it also proposes off-chain transactions potentially diverging from the philosophy of complete decentralization that attracted enthusiasts to blockchain technology.”

“NASA is planning to use blockchain technology to verify its upcoming Moon landings. In partnership with Lonestar and the Isle of Man, NASA will launch a “data cube” payload in February 2024 verifiable using blockchain. If successful, this could change the course of space exploration and blockchain technology.”

Matter Labs CEO, Alex Gluchowski, suggests the creation of an “Ethereum Supreme Court” to mediate disputes that could impact the Ethereum blockchain’s integrity. His proposed system aims to formalize Ethereum’s “social consensus layer” to safeguard platforms against exploitation, enabling community-engaged contract-based mediation in crisis scenarios.

The London Stock Exchange Group is preparing to integrate blockchain technology into its trading procedures for traditional financial assets. This follows a year of research into the feasibility of combining conventional markets with blockchain’s transparent infrastructure. However, the proposed system will exclude cryptocurrencies, focusing on using blockchain to increase efficiency.

“The future of Web3 technology lies in tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs), potentially unlocking the next crypto surge. Blockchain is already being used by financial institutions for RWA tokenization, creating transparent transactions while reducing intermediaries. However, challenges remain in bridging the physical-digital divide.”

“Worldcoin, despite controversies, showcases a potentially groundbreaking use of blockchain: creating an immutable, biometrically authenticated digital identity. While the project faces both ethical dilemmas and security concerns, its potential in revolutionizing finance, political systems, and social structures cannot be overlooked. A critical question remains: trusting a private entity with our digital identities.”