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Amazon Prime is offering its subscribers free gaming NFTs through the Prime gaming portal. These include distinctive skins and playable characters, allowing users to explore the blend of gaming and crypto technology. However, the market’s response to these corporate blockchain efforts remains largely skeptical due to environmental concerns and scamming risks.

“Zynga, a mobile gaming giant, takes a leap into Web3 gaming with the introduction of ZW3 and Sugartown. However, as highlighted at Istanbul Blockchain Week 2023, there are concerns about the adoption and mechanics of Web3 games despite the promising prospects.”

Lufthansa, a major European airline, has launched an NFT loyalty program on the Polygon Network. It enables passengers to turn their travels into valuable NFTs via their Uptrip mobile app, potentially earning them rewards such as miles or business lounge vouchers.

OpenZeppelin, a pioneer in blockchain security, revealed Defender 2.0, a security enhancement specifically for blockchain communities that integrates a security audit into blockchain-based algorithms, mitigating potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities in creating secure decentralized applications. It’s aimed to strengthen smart contract security from development to deployment.

“yPredict aims to revolutionize financial forecasting using AI-powered predictive tools and blockchain technology. It leverages ARIMA and LSTM models to predict Ethereum prices and reveal potential future price trajectories, offering a range of services for traders and AI/ML developers.”

“USTY tokens, a tokenized version of shares in a U.S. Treasury bond ETF, are the prime example of the tokenization of real-world assets. This transition towards tokenization could create a $5 trillion market within five years. Despite challenges, tokenization has potential to transform financial infrastructure, backed by nearly sixfold increase in demand for tokenized Treasuries to $622 million this year.”

“Shibarium, a new layer-2 blockchain for Shiba Inu, has surpassed 100,000 wallets with an impressive 35,000 coming within 24 hours of its relaunch on Aug. 28. Over 420,897 transactions have been facilitated by these wallets across 344,614 blocks.”

Friend.tech, a blockchain-based social app that allows users to trade cryptos linked to Twitter influencers, saw a rapid decrease in inflow and volumes, hinting at issues in the decentralized platform’s operations. Its initial success was overshadowed by a severe privacy breach, leading to skepticism and withdrawal.

“Binance Labs has invested in Delphinus Lab, a project exploring zero-knowledge cryptography in WASM environments. Meanwhile, Num Finance has launched a Colombian peso-pegged token on the Polygon network, with the potential regulatory scrutiny. Elsewhere, Unstoppable Domains has released a messaging feature for secure blockchain-based social interaction.”

Shibarium, the Layer 2 blockchain created by Shiba Inu developers, has reopened token withdrawals through its bridge, allowing token transfers across various networks. Despite early challenges, Shibarium has accommodated over 65,000 wallets, processed 350,000+ transactions, and aims to improve its network reputation within the blockchain world.

The Shibarium bridge, an Ethereum layer-2 network, overcame its initial issues with stunted operation due to software bugs, now enabling token withdrawals. Although transactions halted shortly after launch causing SHIB prices to drop, developers have reassured users and implemented a new monitoring system to prevent traffic stoppage. Shibarium aims to focus on metaverse, gaming and cost-effective DeFi applications.

Num Finance has launched a stablecoin, nCOP, tied to the Colombian peso on the Polygon network. This overcollateralized fiat-backed coin is seen as a game changer for Latin American remittance recipients given its stability and yield-offering feature. Colombia’s robust remittance market provides prime opportunities to “tokenize” remittances with nCOP.

“Num Finance has launched nCOP, a token pegged to the Colombian peso, utilizing the Polygon framework for transfer, payment, saving, and earning through blockchain. Stablecoins offer flexibility and can be used for remittances, store of value, and potentially yield profit.”

PancakeSwap v3 recently launched an expansion to the Linea mainnet, aiming to attract a broader user base and boost revenue. The platform extends beyond Ethereum, into platforms including BNB Chain, and offers improved swap and liquidity provision functions. However, while promising, it’s crucial to understand the inherent risks involved.

“Influencers Ricky “FaZe Banks” Bengston, Nordan “FaZe Rain” Shat, and Matthew “Nadeshot” Haag are leveraging Friend.tech, a social token platform on the Base network. The platform enables users to trade “keys” tied to their Twitter accounts for exclusive access to group chats, earning a percent of sale in ETH. The platform has seen 1.1 million keys traded in over 935,000 transactions.”

“Friend.tech, a Twitter-associated blockchain application recently outperformed several large-scale projects by marking a revenue of $840,889 over a 24-hour cycle. Within 30 days post-launch, its cumulative revenue ascended to $2.95 million. The app tokenizes crypto personalities on Twitter, enabling users to buy and sell ‘shares’ of these individuals.”

“In the realm of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), the choice of blockchain such as Ethereum or Solana can significantly impact the success of your collection and the community’s perception of your brand. Lesser-known blockchains like Ripple, Tezos, and Polygon are also becoming attractive options. However, choosing a blockchain demands careful consideration of factors such as security, transaction speed, cost, scalability and smart contract functionality.”

“The partnership between blockchain company Polygon Labs and SK Telecom aims to enhance SKT’s Web3 ecosystem. However, the practical use of incubated Web3 startups and efficient use of Polygon network is in question. Cybercrimes in the crypto industry and the legal controversies surrounding NFTs highlight the urgency for regulatory guidelines and improved security measures. The growth of blockchain technology and AI is promising but challenged by legal and user safety issues.”