👉 List of Brands in Web3 (Sep 2023 edition, with project links)
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Punchline: As funding and royalty fees dry up, NFT IP holders seek new revenue streams to build out their franchise – and stay relevant (cf. Crocs & Doodles). While intriguing, I don’t see this as the game-changing consumer app many have awaited.
Punchline: Collabs let brands penetrate new communities and subcultures. This tactic has boosted the most successful Web3 brands. Last year, for instance, Gucci teamed up with digital artist Wagmi-san and 10KTF (owned by Yuga Labs). Adidas teamed up with BAYC, while Nike partnered with RTFKT.
Punchline : This is a stunning tech showcase of future AR experiences. This isn’t blockchain based, but the hypothesis stands that core technologies of Web3 (blockchain), the metaverse (AR/VR, virtual worlds, etc.) and advanced computing (AI) are converging. This will unlock incredible opportunities for…
