Metaverse Insider

Disney Star, the Indian arm of the media giant Walt Disney Company has launched its metaverse platform Starverse after having completed multiple stages of testing for the proof of concept. On this episode, we're showing first look gameplay as well as diving into Disney's recent earnings call where CEO Bob Iger announced a new Avatar "Experience" on it's way. Co-Host: Kyle Willson Kyle Willson Yout...

On this episode, we're diving into EA Games recent earnings call where they commit to a metaverse strategy of mobile & multi-device interoperability with The Sims, code-named "Project Rene". But is this too little too late coming from a brand with a disgruntled community? We're also diving into web3 competitors like VeVe and Gala Games' Voxverse which aim to empower players with ownership of t...

Facebook parent Meta Platforms said in its quarterly earnings statement on Wednesday that it has increased its share repurchase authorization by $40 billion. Reality Labs is the division of Meta behind Quest, smart glasses, Meta Avatars, the Horizon platform, and research & development toward future devices such as the neural wristband project and AR glasses. The division brought in a whopping...

Immutable-X (IMX) has just ntroduced the Immutable Passport, the instant non-custodial wallet onboarding solution for web3 games. Designed to onboard the next billion users into web3. On this episode, we're diving into the best web3 wallets for NFT gamers and what to stay away from. Co-Host: Kyle Willson Kyle Willson Youtube Channel ➜ https://bit.ly/OMIkyle Follow Kyle on Twitter ➜ https://bit.ly/...

Developers have been working on solving the riddle to bring Ethereum-like utilities to Bitcoin. But the Bitcoin community isnt having it. On this episode, we're taking a dive into NFT adoption catalysts such as big brands eyeing fashion and cosmetic NFTs. Guest: Kate Irwin - Reporter, Decrypt Follow Kate on Twitter ➜ https://twitter.com/pixiekate13 ~This episode is sponsored by GALA Games~ Gala Mu...

After a sales fiasco over Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, senators reamed out Live Nation and Ticketmaster, which merged in 2010, for acting like a monopoly. Although monopolistic practices are obviously to blame, do NFTs and metaverse concerts offer a new realm of opportunities for artists,sports,and creators to engage with their communities without an evil middle man? We're diving into the philosophy...

HTC Vive has made some epic leaps forward in web3 & metaverse development since we last spoke together. HTC now has a whole library of web3 products and features such as: NFT Worlds, Vive Wallet, and fully-customizable avatars. Vive Wallet currently features full support for Ethereum and Polygon NFTs. On this episode, we're diving into their latest headset the HTC Vive XR Elite, the lighter-we...

The start of the year has seen a blitzkrieg of MASSIVE updates from Gala Games ($GALA). On this episode, we're joined by Jason from Gala Games to dive deep into its new aquisition, partnerships, and new tokenomics model. Guest: Jason Brink, President of Gala Games ~this episode if sponsored by GALA Games~ Gala Games website ➜ https://links.gala.com/PBNGalaGames Gala Music website ➜ https://links.g...

Over the weekend Solana Spaces hosted an event attended by major brands including IKEA, Dior, Chanel, Aldi, and McDonald's to showcase the power of web3 and Solana's NFTs. The presentation barely scratches the surface of what it possible when it comes to McDonald's popular loyalty app and the gamification of their infamous happy meals. Here's how McDonald's can take their struggling web2 and super...

For the first time ever you will be able to earn Creator Tokens by watching YouTube on your Android device. XCAD has officially launched their Android App shortly after launching it's Browser extension for desktop. XCAD app will be creator focused, and will incorporate various perk features for new ways to gamify viewer communities. XCAD runs on Zilliqa ($ZIL) which we have also officially added t...

You can now access Cometh Battle through the Discover section of Ledger Live desktop and Android, or here in iOS. The game allows you to play, earn, own, collect and trade your cards and spaceships, define strategies, compete in intense one-on-one space battles and tournaments and get rewards. Meanwhile, Avanlanche ($AVAX) is building the framework for NFT gaming onboarding. Buy Ledger Stax ➜ http...

Animoca Brands, one of the most popular Web3 gaming and blockchain companies, has made a new announcement regarding its fundraising goals for Q1 2023. Yat Siu, a co-founder of the company, recently stated in a Twitter Spaces chat it was looking to raise $1 billion from various parties for a fund provisionally called Animoca Capital, which would focus its activities on supporting already establishe...

On this episode, we're recapping everything revealed at CES related to Metaverse & NFTs. CES® is the most influential tech event in the world — the proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. For this first time EVER metaverse & NFTs have taken the front stage. Guest: Kyle Willson Kyle Willson Youtube Channel ➜ https://bit.ly/OMIkyle ~This episode is sponsored by Tr...

On this episode, we crown Snoop Dogg our 2022 Metaverse Creator of The Year for his outstanding contributions to mainstream education, NFT drops, game integrations, and community building efforts. No creator/artist brand comes close to Snoop Doggs rapid expansion into the Metaverse. ~This episode if sponsored by GALA Games~ Gala Games website ➜ https://links.gala.com/PBNGalaGames Gala Music websit...

Nike (NKE) delivered a surprise earnings gain for its second quarter late Tuesday and also beat on revenue. NKE stock soared above a key technical level Wednesday. Nike Digital sales grew 31% year over year. That fueled 23% direct-to-consumer sales growth in the region. On this episode, we're taking a look at how Nike/RTFKT is doing everything right in turning its traditional business model into a...

On this episode, we're taking a look at GALA's year-end data, tokens, games, and 2023 roadmap. We're also diving into macro industry movements including: regulation, VR/AR, Apple, and Metaverse growth. Guest: Jason Brink, President of Gala Games ~This episode if sponsored by GALA Games~ Gala Games website ➜ https://links.gala.com/PBNGalaGames Gala Music website ➜ https://links.gala.com/PBNGalaMusi...

On this episode, we're talking Metaverse growth data, Illuvium's future as a social experience, and Meta Quest's rapid updates and massive short-term growth being underestimated. Andrew remains skeptical. Guest: Andrew Wall - Head of Marketing, Illuvium Illuvium website ➜ https://bit.ly/IlluviumWebsite

Apple plans to allow the installation of iOS apps from external sources due to impending EU regulations, Bloomberg reports. The move could make it easier for developers to build apps around NFTs and broaden the ability to make crypto payments through iPhones and iPads. This episode is sponsored by Ocean Crawler Watch co. $150 OFF with code: "PB150" ➜ https://www.oceancrawler.com?a...

Ready Player Me, is a cross-game metaverse avatar platform that allows users to explore virtual worlds with one consistent identity. Ready Player Me currently supports over 5250+ apps including VRChat, VeVeverse, and Spatial on Meta Quest. Guest: Timmu Tõke, Co-Founder & CEO of Ready Player Me Create Your Metaverse Avatar ➜ https://readyplayer.me/avatar Avatars For Brands ➜ https://readyplayer.me/...

On this episode, we're diving into Metaverse adoption growth data as well as the current state of NFT Games and their elusive token ecosystems. Guest: Jake Browatzke, On Chain Gaming On Chain Gaming Youtube Channel ➜ https://www.youtube.com/ @OnChainGaming ~This episode is sponsored by iTrust Capital~ iTrustCapital | Get $100 Funding Reward + No Monthly Fees when you sign up using our custom link!...

Metaverse-backer Bob Iger has announced a surprise return to his former role as CEO of Disney, taking over from now-former CEO Bob Chapek. Disney chose to rehire Bob Iger as chief executive after receiving internal complaints from senior leadership that Bob Chapek was not fit for the job, according to people familiar with the matter. Iger was still at Disney as an executive and board chairman when...

This weekend at DesignerCon popular digital collectibles app VeVe showcased their work-in-progress metaverse called the VeVeverse. The VeVeverse works on multiple platforms as well as having VR/AR capabilities. They also announced major brand partnerships with Lamborghini and Banksy(*). Could VeVe be the metaverse king right out the gate? Also, we're discussing whether its better to invest in NFTs...

Despite the economic downturn and NFT market crashing, Sportswear firm Nike earned nearly $100 million from NFT royalties, the highest among prominent web2 brands. An all-time record was broken on Polygon Network when the number of unique addresses reached 190.95 million on Nov. 14. The achievement of such a big milestone came against a backdrop of news about the U.S. sports retail giant Nike laun...

Rumors of Alameda liquidating its Solana holdings are sending SOL’s price into free fall; both Solana and Ethereum-based NFT markets are getting hit hard by the news. However, the pain doesn't end there... looking deeper, people haven't learned anything since May as they've been borrowing against their own NFTs. We may now see a mass NFT liquidation event AGAIN! ~this episode if sponsored by GALA...

Over $1.8bn worth of royalties have been paid out to creators of Ethereum-based NFT collections. However, major debates have sparked between creators and NFT marketplaces. As it stands, royalties are not actually programmed at the token/smart-contract level thus forcing NFT marketplaces to ignore socially enforced by norms and cut royalties to 0% in order to compete with other marketplaces. On thi...