Miami -> Tokyo
First Trip to Japan / Nihon, April 11th-18th 2024
From 2023 into 2024
To dive directly into the highlights, skip down below to the End of the Year Web3 Highlights header. Otherwise enjoy this upfront read as a nice preface before diving in. As always, none of this is financial advice nor an endorsement of anything mentioned.Upfront Context:Reading last year’s End of the Year Recap made me reflect on how dated any mention of a project’s innovation can become, by the sole fact that most NFT projects die. Then again, even non-nft project posts can become dated.Rec...
From 2023 into 2024
To dive directly into the highlights, skip down below to the End of the Year Web3 Highlights header. Otherwise enjoy this upfront read as a nice preface before diving in. As always, none of this is financial advice nor an endorsement of anything mentioned.Upfront Context:Reading last year’s End of the Year Recap made me reflect on how dated any mention of a project’s innovation can become, by the sole fact that most NFT projects die. Then again, even non-nft project posts can become dated.Rec...
Who Cares About Rarity #
DISCLAIMERS: All NPCS have been revealed from SOFA Maker/Sofa Vision, but there can be more NPCS in SOFAMON (when those reveal) SOFA did something cool. Besides easily identifiable rares and super rares, by traits and algorithmic rarity # metrics, clearly defined 1/1s..the usual mumbo jumbo.. Inside the collection, they hid 1/1 characters, NPCs.First, WTF is a SOFA?There are two collections, SOFA Maker and SOFA Visions for a total of 5,555. SOFA Maker is the unrevealed version, with only dist...
Who Cares About Rarity #
DISCLAIMERS: All NPCS have been revealed from SOFA Maker/Sofa Vision, but there can be more NPCS in SOFAMON (when those reveal) SOFA did something cool. Besides easily identifiable rares and super rares, by traits and algorithmic rarity # metrics, clearly defined 1/1s..the usual mumbo jumbo.. Inside the collection, they hid 1/1 characters, NPCs.First, WTF is a SOFA?There are two collections, SOFA Maker and SOFA Visions for a total of 5,555. SOFA Maker is the unrevealed version, with only dist...
The Evolution of NFTS and Custodial Services
Reflections from a Bear MarketAs the old adage goes, "Bear Markets don't wipe you out, they wear you out." The origin of this quote might be obscure, but its message holds true, especially in the realm of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and cryptocurrency. So, how do we remain resilient and productive during this downturn? By reflecting on past strategies, learning from our mistakes, and seeking ways to improve user experience, we can effectively navigate these challenging times. In the last ...
The Evolution of NFTS and Custodial Services
Reflections from a Bear MarketAs the old adage goes, "Bear Markets don't wipe you out, they wear you out." The origin of this quote might be obscure, but its message holds true, especially in the realm of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and cryptocurrency. So, how do we remain resilient and productive during this downturn? By reflecting on past strategies, learning from our mistakes, and seeking ways to improve user experience, we can effectively navigate these challenging times. In the last ...
The Crypto Journey: Balancing Principles and Practicality for the Future
"Abandon All Hope Ye Who Enter Here"-perhaps these words should appear during the setup of MetaMask or at the fiat onramps into the cryptocurrency ecosystem. As newcomers enter the world of digital currencies, they are often bombarded with mantras like "not your keys, not your coins" and "spend only what you can afford to lose." These are important reminders, but many individuals will ignore them until they learn the hard way or never hear them at all. In the Hero's Journey, there is a m...
The Crypto Journey: Balancing Principles and Practicality for the Future
"Abandon All Hope Ye Who Enter Here"-perhaps these words should appear during the setup of MetaMask or at the fiat onramps into the cryptocurrency ecosystem. As newcomers enter the world of digital currencies, they are often bombarded with mantras like "not your keys, not your coins" and "spend only what you can afford to lose." These are important reminders, but many individuals will ignore them until they learn the hard way or never hear them at all. In the Hero's Journey, there is a m...
Clearing the Blur: Rethinking NFTs and Digital Collectibles
Title: Clearing the Blur: Rethinking NFTs and Digital Collectibles The freedom to transact principle allows for the existence of blur, even if some label NFTs as shitcoins. It's not up to any single person to decide their treatment. Blur thrives because it can, driven by speculation and profit-seeking traders. For NFTs and digital collectibles to evolve, changes must come from both creators and collectors. The key difference between fungible and non-fungible tokens lies in their individu...
Clearing the Blur: Rethinking NFTs and Digital Collectibles
Title: Clearing the Blur: Rethinking NFTs and Digital Collectibles The freedom to transact principle allows for the existence of blur, even if some label NFTs as shitcoins. It's not up to any single person to decide their treatment. Blur thrives because it can, driven by speculation and profit-seeking traders. For NFTs and digital collectibles to evolve, changes must come from both creators and collectors. The key difference between fungible and non-fungible tokens lies in their individu...
