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Numbers Protocol’s blockchain camera Capture App safeguards the integrity of photos

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The open-source Starling Framework for Data Integrity was launched to protect the veracity of online content using blockchain technology, creating “birth certificates” for photos and videos and tracking any changes made to them. Numbers will add more features to the app, including a video camera. presidential primaries in March.

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Blockchain gaming survey: 7 investors discuss regulation, opportunities and NFT hype

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The video-game industry has always been on the bleeding edge, but blockchain gaming is still widely viewed as emerging technology. In October 2021, Valve banned all blockchain-related games from its Steam platform. What was your initial reaction on hearing about Steam’s ban on blockchain games?

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Using the blockchain to enhance KYC processes for web3 businesses

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There’s no way for blockchain-based businesses, financial service providers or banks to bypass Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. With the advent of blockchain technologies, companies are realizing that there are better, more efficient KYC solutions that let them avoid having to collect and store personal information.

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Disdain for NFTs in video games is part of a slow green revolution

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There has been stiff backlash against NFTs in video games since they first started popping up. In general, both gamers as well as industry professionals have disapproved blockchain implementations in video games, mostly over concerns over the environmental impact that the technology has.

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NFTs could bridge video games and the fashion industry

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Real-life fashion brands use NFTs for marketing in virtual worlds like Minecraft , plus several Atari and Microsoft video games. The fundamental value NFTs offer to bridge virtual fashion items with video games is the option to secure custody of the item for use in other games or mobile apps.

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LOVE unveils a modern video messaging app with a business model that puts users in control

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The company is launching a messaging app that offers a combination of video calling as well as asynchronous video and audio messaging, in an ad-free, privacy-focused experience with a number of bells and whistles, including artistic filters and real-time transcription and translation features. Image Credits: LOVE.

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Japan’s gaming blockchain builder Oasys raises $20M in private token sale

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Whether they do it out of a fear of missing out or genuine belief in blockchain technologies, the trend appears irreversible at least for now, as investment keeps pouring into the industry. Oasys, a Japan- and Singapore-based startup that’s building a blockchain for gaming developers, has just raised $20 million.