Web3

Web3, or Web 3.0, represents the next generation of internet technology, integrating blockchain and cryptocurrencies into everyday online interactions. It's a decentralized online ecosystem where users have control over their data and transactions. Web3 is powered by blockchain networks, providing transparency, security, and trust. It's a key concept in the crypto world, involving various people, from developers and investors to everyday users. Companies are leveraging Web3 to create decentralized applications (dApps), offering users new ways to interact online. Crypto exchanges play a crucial role in Web3, facilitating the trading of digital assets and tokens that fuel the ecosystem. Web3 represents a paradigm shift, offering opportunities for investment, innovation, and the potential to reshape the internet.


Opinion

Why NBA Athletes Are Turning to Web3 to Build Generational Wealth

NFTs and the metaverse may provide a source of income long after players hang up their high tops, says Marcus Bläsche, CEO of Rumble Kong League. This op-ed is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

(Rumble Kong League)

Finance

Apple Seeking Web3-Savvy Content Marketing Directors

The tech giant is looking for “demonstrated interest in Web 3.0” through a pair of job postings.

(Zhiyue Xu/Unsplash)

Videos

Unstoppable Domains Reaches Unicorn Status After Series A

Web3 digital identity service provider Unstoppable Domains lands $1 billion valuation after a $64 million Series A round led by Pantera Capital with contributions from Polygon, CoinDCX and CoinGecko. "The Hash" panel discusses the immense opportunities in tokenizing domain names and an outlook into the startup's future.

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Opinion

Tribalism, Meritocracy, Money: What Sports and Crypto Fans Have in Common

Both groups love underdogs, too, Columbia Business School professor Omid Malekan writes for CoinDesk's Sports Week.

(Leah hetteberg/Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

Finance

Alameda Research Leads $3.25M Seed Round for Trustless Media

The New York-based company lets creators tokenize TV productions with NFTs.

The NFT television landscape is in its infancy. (DPMike/Getty Images)

Opinion

Sports Picked up the Web3 Ball. Now Let Everyone Run With It

Blockchain technology can manage the likeness rights of amateur athletes. This op-ed by Heirloom's Joseph Bradley.

(John E. Sokolowski/Getty Images)

Videos

Report: 'Cryptojacking' in Financial Sector Has Risen 269% This Year

The number of "cryptojacking" cases across the financial sector has risen by 269% in the first half of 2022, according to a report by cybersecurity firm SonicWall. Halborn co-founder Steven Walbroehl shares insights into what cryptojacking is, how it works and how users can protect themselves. Plus, Walbroehl's take on Web3 music streaming platform Audius Web3 suffering a $6 million hack, and meme coin Teddy Doge's (TEDDY) "soft" rugpull.

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Layer 2

For the Fans: How DAOs Could Change Sports

Experiments with decentralized autonomous organizations promise greater fan participation in sports teams. Is this the future? This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.

(Yunha Lee, CoinDesk)

Finance

Aptos Labs Raises $150M in Funding Round Led by FTX Ventures

The team is looking to bring the Diem blockchain back to life.

Unizen has received $200 million from alternative investment group Global Emerging Markets. (Shutterstock)

Videos

Alchemy CEO on $25M Developer Grants Initiative for Web3 Projects

Alchemy is launching a $25M developer grant program to fund Web3 projects. Alchemy co-founder and CEO Nikil Viswanathan shares insights into the blockchain development community and the importance of developer funds in Web3.

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