The Edge of NFT Newsletter | Issue #53
Edge of Asia | Edge of AI Podcast Launch Party | Alien Worlds | Crypto Company Giveaway | Twitter Spaces | Trevor Jones Castle Party | OpenSea & Web3 Gaming | Pod Drops, Nuggets, & More!
🚀 Ready for the wildest ride in Web3? Join the Outer Edge Newsletter and buckle up because we're trailblazing the the hottest events, spilling tea and sharing daring opinions! ☕️
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Quick! Before anything else, dive into our fresh new podcast, Edge Of AI, featuring the savviest pilots, pioneers and passengers aboard the rapidly advancing AI rocket ship. Listen now!
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This weeks episode was a wild and wonderful excursion into AI consciousness with SETI AIR founder and Guggenheim fellow, Charles Lindsay. Tune into an extra terrestrial experience!
🎙️🚀 To the Edge of Asia—and Beyond!
Get ready for an explosive fusion of Web3 wonder from across Asia! The Edge of NFT gearing up for a trip that will ignite a trailblazing adventure right to your earbuds!
Here’s a sneak peek on our itinerary:
6th Korea Blockchain Week's IMPACT (Sept 4-10) by FACTBLOCK and Hashed focusing on AI, blockchain, DeFi, and Web3 luminaries!
The Gateway: Korea (Sept 7) is an immersive art-tech fusion presented by nft now and FACTBLOCK featuring top digital artists like ACK, Aliabas14x, All Seeing Seneca, Beeple, and Claire Silver and more!
Seoul Bound (Sept 8-9) curated by FACTBLOCK – art meets music for an unforgettable experience at Seoul Land!
18th All That Matters 2023 (Sept 11-13) – Asia's entertainment epicenter through a dynamic fusion of a conference and a music festival in one!
Web3 Gaming Hackathon (Sept 11) by ABGA with a whooping $80k prize pool for pioneering games!
Web3 Gaming Summit (Sept 11-12) by ABGA at the Marina Bay Sands hosts insights and innovation!
TOKEN2049 (Sept 13-14) – the ultimate gathering of global tech pioneers, transforming Singapore into a crypto hub!
Brace yourself for an electrifying journey through Korea and Singapore as we unveil the untold treasures of the other side of the world! 🌏
🎙️🤖 The Edge of AI Podcast Launch: A Journey into Tomorrow!
Wednesday, August 2: We still can’t get over the chills we had during the Edge of AI Launch party! Amidst the vibrant KINN, the party shone with two live show recordings and delights from Emporium Thai. 🔮
🎙️ Co-host Ron Levy takes center stage, plunging into the captivating realm of trust in a rapidly expanding world of artificial intelligence. Join us as industry titans Ramsay Brown, Jyo Deshmukh, and Chris Coughlan light up the conversation.
🎬 Co-founder Josh Kriger also delves into the lightning-paced transformation of entertainment, fueled by AI, amidst Hollywood's uproar. Engaging in dynamic dialogue with special guests Les Borsai and Rachel Joy Victor.
Both shows will be available SOON in your favorite podcast platform!
🙏 Special thanks to sponsors: Artium, Startup Coil, and AI Podcast Labs by Podetize for making this launch posible!
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👽🪐 Embark on a Cosmic Journey with Alien Worlds' Masterminds!
🌌 We're excited to announce that Edge of NFT has been granted the opportunity to feature two remarkable community development teams from within the #1 blockchain game on earth, Alien Worlds.
These games showcase the depth of the community’s creativity made possible by the Galactic Hubs grant program. Join us in upcoming episodes where we'll engage in insightful conversations with these creators, delving into their unique journeys and accomplishments. 🌏
Stay tuned for details about when we'll be sharing these meaningful stories with you all! 🎮
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🪙🏋️♂️ Dive into Web3 Brilliance with Crypto Company’s $1000 Courses Credits Giveaway!
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🌴🦜 Outer Edge Twitter Spaces
Join us on the Outer Edge Twitter Spaces for an out-of-this-world experience! It's the perfect place to connect with experts and like-minded individuals who share your passion for exploring the limitless potential of Web3 and AI. See you there! 💫
⏪ Replay: #TheAlpha - Top AI Tools for Creators
During Shira Lazar's Twitter Space, we delved into a variety of AI tools that surpass ChatGPT. The panel featured James Andrews, Tal Navarro, Dani Vandesande, Manouschka Fanzo, and TIME PLUS our very own Josh Kriger and Zach Sekar, who shared their top picks for AI tools that have truly elevated their creative process. Here are some of the tools they highly recommended:
Zealous for audio highlights
Synthesia for professional videos,
Murf AI for AI voice generation
Remini AI for enhancing photos
Cast Magic & Deciphr AI for creating podcast content with
Vidyo AI for making short-form videos with
Big Room TV for converting landscape videos
DocSum AI for reviewing contracts
Nuseir Yassin’s (Nas Daily) Ruby AI for summarizing WhatsApp group chats
AI PRM for creating curated prompts integrated with ChatGPT
Bing AI for assisted search integrated into Microsoft Edge via chat
👑🐺 Outer Edge Portal: Welcomes the King’s Alpha by Spottie WiFi
🎶 Relive the electrifying moment of Spottie's sensational showcase at Outer Edge LA 2023, where the stage ignited with anticipation as he unveiled his monumental 2nd album "The King's Alpha" that features thrilling collaborations with icons like Snoop Dogg and Bun B! 🔥
Spottie WiFi is the pioneering CryptoPunk rapper who transformed the music landscape. With a groundbreaking NFT album sale generating over $192K in under 60 seconds, his innovative journey has continued to thrive! Spottie received the 2021 NFT NYC award and remains a standout figure in the Web3 and music.
Listen to his album here on Spotify:
🌟👨💻 All Star Code: Empowering Minds, Transforming Futures & Crafting Dreams!
👩💻 All Star Code is a computer science education nonprofit focused on serving young people of color, providing them with skills to compete in the innovation economy. All Star Code recently announced the launch of its first NFT collection Coding The Future to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. The collection is a limited edition with only 360 digital collectibles! 🥂
🎨 All Star Code will host “Art Hackathons” for students to submit their creations. The unique and creative creations will be shown at the All Star Code 10-Year Anniversary Celebration in October 2023 in New York City. The digital collection will feature artwork from each of the graduating Scholar cohorts since 2014.
🤖🧠 Dive into AI's Mind: Join Charles Lindsay in the Edge of AI!
🌌 Delve into the enigmatic realm of AI consciousness and enlightenment with a captivating discussion featuring Charles Lindsay!
As a resident artist at the SETI Institute, Charles unravels the intriguing glitches and profound questions within AI. Join host Eathan Janney and Charles as they explore the philosophical dimensions of AI, its boundless potential, and the evolving dynamic between humans and technology. Discover how to convert your AI experience from a basic binary bumble to an exquisitely extraordinary exploration in this thought-provoking conversation. 🔮
🏰🍷 NFT Culture Connect: Trevor Jones Castle Party!
The Latest from NFT Culture (nftculture.com)
September 3-5, Paris: Immerse in a historic fusion of art, tech, and charity at Trevor Jones Castle Party 2023! 🎉
🌹 Château de Vallery hosts this apex Web3 event, a mix of open bars, DJ beats, and captivating fireworks. Dive into culture, entertainment, and giving back with a MakersPlace charity auction, honoring Alotta Money while aiding cancer families through Maggie’s.
🎩 Join Web3 leaders and experts amid royal heritage – secure your spot by August 25 for an unforgettable experience!
🌊🤔 OpenSea’s Move to Deactivate Royalty Tool Worries NFT Creators
The Latest from Metaverse Post (mpost.io)
🚨 OpenSea discontinues royalty tool, Operator Filter, to enforce creator fees. Introduced in 2022, it aimed to blacklist marketplaces lacking fee enforcement. Ineffectiveness prompted the move. Collections beyond Ethereum uphold fees until Feb 29, 2024.
💰 Buyer clarity and creator fee customization improve, but artists worry about income impact. Removal may reshape NFT market dynamics, favoring reliable platforms while influencing collector perceptions. OpenSea's shift underscores royalty importance and calls for marketplace adaptation in evolving landscape.
🎲🔗 Blockchain Gaming Market Overview 2023: Trends, Leaders, Predictions
The Latest from Metaverse Post (mpost.io)
🎮 Blockchain gaming revolutionizes the industry, merging with traditional games to birth play-to-earn (P2E) and web-3 marvels. Asset ownership empowers players, shattering limitations. Decentralized games enhance trust, while mobile gaming surges, championed by iOS and Android blockchain hits. Collectibles soar, boosted by millennials' rising disposable income. Yet, regulatory ambiguity challenges growth.
🌐 Dive into the evolving landscape, where blockchain reshapes gaming dynamics, propelling creators and collectors to new heights! 🚀
🏫🤝 Blockchain Training Alliance: Answers your Questions about Blockchain!
Blockchain Training Alliance delivers the most relevant course material, instruction, and certification on blockchains around the globe. It has trained the largest companies and many governmental agencies in the United States and around the world since 2017.
Blockchain Training Alliance is a top leader in the field, counting among its clients IBM, Microsoft, Disney, Morgan Stanley, and many more—offering a wide array of both technical and non-technical courses.
So, hurry and sign up for the Blockchain Training Alliance course that best fits your needs! Use discount code “EdgeOf” for 50% OFF, and start your next block today!
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Elevate your brand with our premium podcasts, events, and expert advice! Shine in the limelight – reach out now at contact@edgeof.xyz to create a captivating story that transforms your Web3 and AI presence!
📻 Edge of NFT Episode Drops
*2 all-fresh episodes in this edition—Enjoy! 😉
🆕 EP287
These conversations at the FWB Fest bring us to an engaging exploration of various topics, offering insights into our guest's experiences in the world of NFTs, collaborations, and the evolving landscape of Web3. In this episode, streetwear pioneer Jeff Staple shares his initial encounters with NFTs, revealing his journey…
🆕 EP286
The convergence of Web3 and AI is growing bigger by the day, and we can’t help but marvel at the imaginative use cases that are being dreamt up and developed as we sleep. To explore some of these innovations, we are joined by Ron Levy, the host of the new AI podcast, Edge of AI. From futuristic fashion innovations that personalize…
⏪ EP192
VEME, the Web3 creator network that focuses on transforming fans into co-creators and investors, will now be known as Creation. In this episode, we are joined by VEME founder Raamayan and his Chief Strategy Officer, Cristopher Pitcher, who explain the rationale of the rebrand and the unique value their platform is bringing to creators…
⏪ EP191
The metaverse is expanding and evolving at an unprecedented scale. Nino Saez saw this interconnected virtual world as a chance to monetize his talents and give back to the community through philanthropy work. Joining Jeff Kelley, Eathan Janney, and Josh Kriger, the phil-entrepreneur shares his mission of transforming the metaverse…
⏪ EP190
When it comes to the digital collectibles space, VeVe is a trailblazer. Long before NFTs were cool, this company had been pioneering the building of a marketplace and community around premium digital collectibles from the brands that we all know and love. Daniel Crothers, the co-founder of VeVe, is an early adopter of disruptive…
⏪ EP189
The use cases of NFTs are expanding every day and a time may come when identification will become purely digital. Keith Kowal, Director of Product Management at Swirlds Labs, catapulting development and progress for Hedera, the world's most used sustainable enterprise-grade public network created to make your…
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🥚 NFT Nuggets
Artsy:
Gamerville:
Web3 Gamer: Crypto games need viral moment, Nitro Nation review, Axie’s project Greenlight – Cointelegraph
Metaversal:
Metaverse momentum and alliances drive $297 million Web3 game investments in July 2023 - Play to Earn Games
Collectible:
The Latest NFT Trend: Taking Out Loans on Rolexes - Decrypt
Uncategorical:
Web3 Ascends: Decentralized Revolution Gearing Up To Dominate By 2028 - Benzinga
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