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Apple may enhance its gaming platform with a VR/AR headset in 2024 and software for playing Windows games on Mac. Meanwhile, tokens SAND, MANA, and AXS face SEC complaints, and GameStop’s new CEO plans to enter the crypto space with an NFT marketplace.

Startups like Zerion are leading a mobile-first approach in the crypto industry, targeting daily users of Web3 and decentralized applications. Focusing on better user experience and increased control, mobile-first crypto solutions challenge incumbents like Metamask and cater to an increasingly diverse Web3 ecosystem, ultimately benefiting users with more options.

Apple’s Vision Pro headset announcement excites Web3 and open metaverse proponents, who believe better hardware is essential for an interoperable virtual world based on blockchain technology. However, concerns arise over Apple’s potential control over decentralization and guidelines within the metaverse.

Apple acquires Mira, an AR startup providing smartphone-powered headsets for industrial applications, strengthening its foothold in the mixed reality market. The acquisition raises questions about compatibility and future direction, as Apple’s Vision Pro focuses on personalized virtual reality.

In the Roblox metaverse, Bitcoin Miner Beta allows users to simulate real-life bitcoin mining, gaining more popularity than actual cryptocurrency metaverse platforms. This raises questions about the popularity of Web3 metaverse projects and the future convergence between Web2 and Web3 gaming experiences.

A Paypal survey reveals that 80% of metaverse users utilize cryptocurrencies, with 56% expecting increased usage in the next five years. However, challenges remain such as interoperability, security of funds, and the development of sophisticated digital wallets for secure transactions and storage.

Apple releases its mixed reality Vision Pro headset, with potential to influence Web3 experiences. Despite groundbreaking features, skepticism remains around its integration with blockchain and decentralized platforms, given Apple’s history and reluctance to embrace these technologies.

Apple’s new VR headset could revive interest in metaverse experiences, benefiting crypto startup DeeLance, which is developing a decentralized, blockchain-based platform to connect freelancers and employers. DeeLance’s metaverse addresses challenges like copyright infringement and payment fraud while offering low fees and transparency, potentially transforming the remote working landscape.

Meta, Instagram’s parent company, plans to launch a decentralized, text-based conversation app to compete with Twitter. The app will work in tandem with other decentralized social media platforms, broadening user reach and fostering independence from potential control by a single entity. However, concerns arise about limited oversight, problematic content, and ensuring user safety.

Ripple acquires Swiss digital asset custody company Metaco for $250 million, aiming to expand institutional offerings and equip customers with technology to custody, issue, and settle tokenized assets. The partnership anticipates accelerated growth and stronger market impact in the evolving world of tokenization.

NFT startup Relicsxyz partnered with DJ Steve Aoki to launch Idol III, a digital metaverse-compatible music player in the form of an Ethereum NFT collectible, revolutionizing music experiences within virtual worlds. The device fosters a dedicated community of music fans and NFT collectors while addressing licensing and copyright issues.

The growing number of digital natives investing in cryptocurrencies and NFTs has led to the proposition of recognizing digital assets as legitimate property. Co-founder of The Sandbox, Sebastien Borget, believes governments should treat the digital economy as a “real economy” and acknowledge the value digital natives attribute to these assets while addressing concerns such as volatility, regulation, and environmental impact.

Facebook’s rebranding to Meta Platforms Inc signals a leap into the metaverse, but recent AI-focused activities have stirred speculation. Despite setbacks, Meta emphasizes AI’s importance in metaverse development, enabling boundary-pushing products and greater accessibility for users.

Meta’s Head of Global Business Group, Nicola Mendelsohn, dispels rumors of abandoning metaverse plans, stating the company’s continued commitment to the project. Despite financial setbacks, Meta aims to combine generative AI and metaverse technology for a groundbreaking digital future.

The collaboration between MetaMask and PayPal enables American users to buy ETH and transfer it between the platforms, making cryptocurrency more accessible. This partnership expands PayPal’s crypto assets and introduces the “Buy Crypto” feature within MetaMask, reflecting an exciting future for blockchain technology and crypto markets.

Roblox’s record daily active users and 22% YoY revenue increase showcase its strong user base and potential as a “proto-metaverse.” Questions arise on adopting blockchain technology and integrating non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for an “open metaverse” approach, enabling users to own and use digital assets across platforms.

This article debates the metaverse’s future, as some claim it has run its course and been abandoned by businesses, while others like Tim Sweeney argue that there are still 600 million monthly active users across platforms, and tech giants continue investing in its potential.

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney humorously defended the Metaverse’s future, countering an article claiming its decline. Noting the vast active user base across platforms and major corporations’ development and investment within the Metaverse, Sweeney’s optimism stands firm.

Major Web2 players, including Alibaba and Sports Illustrated, are entering the Web3 space, launching metaverse and NFT platforms on blockchains like Avalanche and Polygon, signaling growing interest and integration of Web3 technology into mainstream experiences.

“Major tech firms including Google, Microsoft, Intel, and Meta, have significantly increased their focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation, resulting in a shift towards an AI-centric technology landscape. However, it’s crucial to balance this with other critical tech components.”

In a unique robot press conference at the AI for Good global summit, numerous AI topics were discussed. The humanoid robots highlighted the importance of AI-human collaboration and stressed on the need for transparency and ethical conduct in AI development. Concerns about job preservation and the potential effect of AI on labor markets also surfaced. These discussions underscore the need for a robust regulatory framework to ensure AI doesn’t infringe on human rights or sideline our workforce.

“Six Clovers founded by ex-PayPal execs, announced the inception of the Versal Network on the Sui blockchain, aiming to improve speed and efficiency of cross-border transactions. Alongside high-speed transactions and instant processing, Sui offers 10 billion SUI tokens with 14% open for purchase by investors.”

“Six Clovers, a crypto payment systems developer, recently launched the Versal Network on the Sui blockchain to enable cross-border transactions for businesses. This innovative network aims to merge traditional e-commerce with the emerging Web3 commerce and paves the way for businesses to transact via stablecoins and Central Bank Digital Currencies.”

Turbos Finance, a decentralized exchange built on the Layer 1 Sui blockchain, aims to revolutionize stablecoin swaps with a smart-routing system. Streamlining decentralized finance (DeFi) and reducing barriers between blockchain networks, Turbos Finance’s innovative approach highlights advancements in DeFi technology while facing challenges and uncertainties in the rapidly-evolving landscape.