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Justin Aversano has begun daily releases of a new photo series 'Moments Unknown'
Known for the 'Twin Flame' series, photographer Justin Aversano has launched 'Moments Unknown,' a long-term project that will release a new piece daily over the next year.
The series was launched on April 8 in Los Angeles, and Aversano stated it has been in development for years.
Ledger collaborates with Sui Network
Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has added native support for Sui Network, a low-fee, low-latency first-layer (L1) blockchain designed for digital asset ownership and composability.
This integration allows users to store and manage Sui-based NFTs and tokens directly through Ledger Live Desktop, with mobile integration on the way.
Mastercard partners with Kraken to enable Bitcoin payments in Europe
Mastercard and cryptocurrency exchange Kraken announced a partnership to enable Bitcoin payments at over 150 million Mastercard-compatible merchants globally, initially launching in the UK and Europe.
The program includes physical and digital debit cards, linking Kraken users' cryptocurrency balances with their retail swipes, based on the exchange's payment tool Kraken Pay, allowing users to send cryptocurrencies or fiat with a simplified user ID.
Although this partnership is still in the early stages, it reflects a growing interest in testing crypto integration in traditional payment systems.
Fellowship launches redesigned website and new digital art exhibition
Fellowship is a contemporary gallery for artists using cutting-edge technology, launching a new website to showcase its evolving curatorial vision.
This update coincides with a new exhibition (both online and offline) showcasing works from conceptual artist Sarah Meyohas, vector artist Grant Yun, and others. Fellowship states that the website brings together voices from different mediums and artists to explore the meaning of creation in the age of AI.
PayPal supports the expansion of cryptocurrency products through Solana and Chainlink
Payment giant PayPal has expanded its digital currency product offerings to provide Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) to qualified users in the U.S. and U.S. territories.
According to PayPal's updated FAQ, users can now buy, sell, hold, and transfer these cryptocurrencies directly through the platform without using third-party services like MoonPay.
This marks the first native access of SOL and LINK within PayPal's crypto infrastructure.
The Ethereum role-playing game 'RavenQuest' will launch the QUEST token on Immutable
RavenQuest is a real-time MMORPG based on Ethereum, developed by Tavernlight Games, which has launched its in-game token QUEST on Immutable zkEVM (a game-focused Ethereum second-layer L2 network).
This release follows the official launch of the PC version of RavenQuest in March, continuing its 'game first, token second' operating model. The RavenQuest team plans to expand this MMORPG and launch a mobile version, so more token applications are expected soon.
Ripple will acquire Hidden Road for $1.25 billion
American blockchain infrastructure provider Ripple has announced it has reached a final agreement to acquire the London-based brokerage Hidden Road for $1.25 billion.
Hidden Road provides institutional services including clearing, financing, and block brokerage for foreign exchange, digital currencies, derivatives, and fixed income.
It is reported that this acquisition will extend Ripple's role from cross-border payments to custodial, trading, and institutional financing.
The transaction is pending regulatory approval and is expected to be completed in the coming months.
SheFi completes the 13th batch of courses and incorporates ENS wallet naming into the curriculum
The Web3 education platform SheFi has completed its 13th batch of training, reportedly receiving over 3,000 applications.
As part of the new curriculum update, members are now learning how to register wallet names using the Ethereum Name Service (ENS) and can apply for a personalized SheFi username as their main address. This partnership reflects SheFi's increasing focus on helping users establish on-chain identities.
Registration for SheFi's 14th season is now open, visit its website for more information and to sign up.
The Wire Network has hired WallStreetBets founder and Bill Murray to lead its crypto project
Wire Network is an L1 blockchain protocol focused on interoperability and decentralized AI infrastructure, appointing Jaime Rogozinski, founder of the popular Reddit community WallStreetBets, as its new Chief Strategy Officer.
Joining him is Gavin Gillas, former CEO of Project Venkman, a web3 startup known for launching the Bill Murray NFT series, who will now serve as head of strategic partnerships.
According to a press release shared with OpenSea, this hiring aims to strengthen the universal trading layer launched by Wire, designed to eliminate gas fees and support cross-chain trading, such as the infrastructure support it recently provided on ApeChain.
The company is currently preparing for the upcoming mainnet launch.
Note: Mention of tokens is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice.
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