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TOP 10 IDO ON LAUNCHPADS

GIVEAWAY INSIDE AIRDROPS

MRIGANKA PATTNAIK

We also saw last week Arbitrum’s Long Awaited Airdrop . The Arbitrum Foundation unveiled that the token’s introduction marks the official transition of Arbitrum into a decentralised autonomous organisation (DAO). ARB holders will now have the power to vote on key decisions governing Arbitrum One and Arbitrum Nova, Layer 2 networks that enable faster and more affordable transactions while being secured by the Ethereum blockchain.

In in our third edition we would see how 2023 will be a game changer of sorts for the Blockchain Industry

Editor’s WORD

Dear Readers,

Sincerely,

WELCOME

to the third edition of Blockworld magazine, one of the best CRYPTO MAG out there which brings you the latest in Crypto, NFT & Web3. We thank you for the support you gave for our previous Two edition. Our mission is to highlight the latest developments and trends in Blockchain Space including Web3 , Venture Capital, Crypto, NFT, DAO and Metaverse to name a few.

The good news is Bitcoin rises with $30,000 insight and show signs of a beginning of the Bull market amid Banking turmoil. The rise in Bitcoin’s value comes in the wake of several banking sector disasters, such as the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse Bank crisis. In the midst of these challenges to the traditional banking sector traders now view Bitcoin as a hedge against the conventional system.

and BlockWorld Magazine aims to be at the forefont of this gamechanging movement.

The rise in the price of Bitcoin and Ethereum has sparked a new wave of interest in Web3 projects. In our third edition we explore the explosive growth of Web3 technology. The Web3 market capitalization is currently estimated at $27.5 billion and by 2030 Web3 will have reached a worth of $81.5 billion. This growth is being driven by a variety of factors, including increased interest in decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs)

and decentralized applications (dApps).

We also continue to dig deeper into layer2 projects in our third edition and shared in our latest issue about the Shanghai ETH upgrade, Upcoming Airdrops and Merkle Science

- next generation predictive crypto risk and intelligence platform that keeps the Blockchain and Crypto ecosystem safe from threats.

Arpit Singh Rajput (Crypto Feature Manager)

Shivam Singla (Media Creator)

Norman T (Creative Designer)

Vineet Agarwal (Education Editor)

Keshav Chandak (Events Manager)

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The views, thoughts and opinions expressed here are the authors’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of BlockWorld.

OVER eyeing presence in 80 HONG KONG

CRYPTO FIRMS

More than 80 virtual assetrelated firms across mainland China and foreign nations have expressed interest in establishing a presence in Hong Kong amid efforts from the city to become a leading Web3 hub.

In a March 20 speech in Hong Kong, the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Christian Hui, stated that Hong Kong has been attracting “interest” from various crypto firms worldwide since October 2022.

Hui noted that since the Hong Kong government released its

policy statement on Virtual Asset Development in October 2022, over 80 virtual asset-related companies have expressed interest in“establishing their presence in Hong Kong” as of the end of February 2023.

He added that 23 crypto firms have already indicated that “they planned to establish their presence” in the city. The firms included virtual asset exchanges, blockchain infrastructure and blockchain network security firms.

SVB FINANCIAL GROUP

files for

CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY Conclusion

SVB Financial Group, the former umbrella entity of Silicon Valley Bank, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York to preserve value.

The move comes as the firm seeks to explore strategic alternatives for its businesses, and its venture capital arm, SVB Capital, and broker-dealer, SVB Securities, continue to operate in an ordinary manner. The bankruptcy proceedings do not include the funds of these entities, and they will continue to operate independently.

SVB Financial Group has emphasized that it is no longer affiliated with Silicon Valley Bank N.A. or the bank’s private banking and wealth management business, SVB Private. The firm estimates that it has $2.2 billion of liquidity, which includes cash, interests in SVB Capital and SVB Securities, and other valuable investment securities accounts and other assets. The firm is exploring strategic options for these assets to preserve their value.

The Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing will provide SVB Financial Group with the opportunity to restructure its operations and reduce its debt burden. The firm will have the ability to negotiate with its creditors and develop a plan to repay its debts while preserving the value of its assets. The move is not surprising, as the firm has been facing financial difficulties in recent years, reporting a loss of $86.2 million in 2019, and struggling to manage its credit losses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SVB Financial Group’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing is a strategic move to explore strategic alternatives for its businesses and restructure its operations while preserving the value of its assets.

NFT Marketplace Next Month To Reportedly Launch Amazon

Amazon is reportedly planning to launch an NFT marketplace in April, according to anonymous sources cited by Big Whale.

The platform will initially be available to U.S.-based customers before being rolled out internationally, with 15 NFT collections to be launched alongside the marketplace. Critics, however, have raised concerns about the platform’s lack of support for crypto assets, with users only able to purchase NFTs using credit cards. Some have also highlighted that the launch of the marketplace was delayed twice in the aftermath of FTX’s high-profile collapse last November.

Despite these concerns, many analysts see Amazon’s entry into the NFT market as a significant opportunity to onboard new web3 users. With more than 310 million active customers worldwide, even a small percentage of interest in the digital marketplace could lead to exponential growth in the space. In January, Amazon also partnered with

Ava Labs to offer AWS services to developers, indicating the company’s growing interest in the blockchain space.

The launch of Amazon’s NFT marketplace comes as the NFT market begins to show signs of recovery following a bear market in 2022. According to DappRadar, $2 billion worth of NFTs changed hands during February, the highest monthly volume since last May, representing a 117% month-over-month increase. OpenSea, the leading NFT marketplace, facilitated $587 million of trades, trailing behind upstart competitor Blur, which hosted $1.3 billion as traders vied to increase their airdrops of BLUR tokens. Despite this, OpenSea led Blur by unique wallets by 227%, with 317,000 traders using the platform last month.

While Amazon’s entry into the NFT market is a significant development, concerns about the platform’s lack of support for crypto assets have been raised. Nonetheless, with the NFT market showing signs of recovery, Amazon’s NFT marketplace could be a significant vehicle for onboarding new web3 users.

Enjinstarter’s Initiatives:

A

CATALYST FOR CREATORS

EMPOWERING WEB3

CREATE • GROW • SUSTAIN

What would be the future of Web3 world? its ability to grow and yet address environmental concerns, and Enjinstarter’s initiatives represent a significant step in that direction

The blockchain, a distributed and decentralized system used for recording ownership of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and confirming bitcoin transactions, uses a lot of processing power and electricity. The effects of blockchain on the environment are growing as the NFT market and other Web3 technologies gain momentum.

Given this, it is crucial for blockchain startups and launchpads to lead sustainable efforts as communities progressively transition from Web2 to Web3. Enjinstarter plays a key function in this regard.

What is Enjinstarter?

Enjinstarter is a dynamic launchpad that facilitates the growth of businesses transitioning to the Web3 sphere. Through forging solid alliances with organizations such as the Enjin Network, influencers, distribution hubs, exchanges, gaming guilds, and VC partners, they provide crucial support to game development companies and creators, assisting them in their adoption of Enjinstarter’s robust ecosystem for their blockchain and digital asset initiatives.

Furthermore, the launchpad collaborates with major Web3 events, promoting your brand and project and enhancing brand awareness and engagement. As they move forward, Enjinstarter has pivoted from a fund-raising launchpad to a sustainability launchpad, establishing a formidable presence in new markets and embarking

on a journey to create a positive impact on the world through sustainability initiatives, generating oceans of opportunities for the community.

In pursuit of quality over quantity for Initial DEX Offerings (IDOs), Enjinstarter has refined their approach to offer only 1-2 IDOs monthly, as opposed to the previous practice of conducting 22 IDOs. The launchpad has also established an incubation team that works with projects from inception, monetization, and go-to-market strategies, while continuing to build in the bear market.

As a launchpad for the community, Enjinstarter values agility and prioritizes feedback from the community, delivering swift responses to their concerns.

As Web3 continues to develop and scale, environmental concerns are likely to resurface. It begs the question: what is the point of creating a tokenized, decentralized pocket metaverse if it only invites criticism?

Enjinstarter recognizes the urgency of addressing these concerns, which is why they are launching “Project Kaimana: A Launchpad for the Planet.”

The Blockchain Launchpad for Emerging Markets aims to make it easy and financially viable for companies and individuals to reduce the impact of climate change. It identified issues in the voluntary carbon credit market that blockchain technology can effectively address. These include illiquid markets, non-transparent and tedious price discovery, value diverted by intermediaries, difficult sales cycles for corporates, and low digitization in the space.

Conclusion

RENEWABLE

Enjinstarters’ Launchpad

model offers a solution to critical problems in the VCM, including project origination, tokenization of carbon credits and climate funds, a climate incubator for promising high-impact and commercial projects, fundraising and capital access through a community investment model, blockchain for transparency and traceability of credits, and impact measurement and data accountability on the blockchain.

Now is the time for brands to stake their claim in the metaverse and drive the underlying software toward sustainability in the next frontier of crypto and blockchain. To avoid reaching a technological dead end, companies must choose to build or interact with communities in Web3 that support carbon-neutral blockchains. Web3 is a brand-new technology, and it presents a rare opportunity to influence its direction.

The success of Web3 relies on its ability to address and mitigate environmental concerns, and Enjinstarter’s initiatives represent a significant step in that direction. As the Web3 frontier continues to evolve, it is vital that brands and communities prioritize sustainability to ensure a brighter future for generations to come.

TRANSFORMING ELLIGENCENFT

The Impact of BitsCrunch

BitsCrunch

If you’re an NFT enthusiast, you’ve likely spent the better part of 2022 explaining to your friends why NFTs are such a rage and that they’re not just some JPEG images with expensive price tags. NFTs have become one of the most in-demand technologies adopted by major companies, celebrities, and influencers for building their brand and cashing in on the latest hype.

However, before this began, this nascent technology has been extensively supporting the creator economy. The online art community, which previously earned almost nothing, is now making thousands of dollars for their artwork. NFT marketplaces and platforms have given the artists an option to receive royalties that let them earn a percentage of sales every time their NFTs are involved in a transaction. NFTs today empower artists to get the actual value of their work without the interference of mediators like art galleries and auctions.

With NFTs, you get transparency, you can know who the original creator of an NFT was, its owners since then, and who owns it currently. These benefits have opened new methods and use cases that many industries can benefit from, including entertainment, security, supply chain management, and healthcare. It is ironic that NFTs, which offer higher levels of transparency than other art markets, are now facing extreme scrutiny owing to cybersecurity threats like phishing scams, frauds, rug

pulls, wash trading, forgeries, and more.

While blockchain technology provides transparency on how we conduct business and transactions, do we have reliable and easy-tounderstand sources of information to identify if our NFT investments are free from manipulation? In other words it means How much do we you really know about our NFTs.

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How many of us actually saw potential in an NFT project, only to see its founders “rug pull-ing” at the last moment? Or buying an NFT without any utilities? NFT Marketplace OpenSea admitted in January 2022 that more than 80% of NFTs created for free on its platform are either fraud or spam. The stats are way too high for us not to take it seriously. It’s been a year since, and OpenSea has taken several steps to combat the issue. However, actions from a single marketplace will not solve the broader industry’s problem.

For instance, wash trading is one of the least talked about yet the most common problems in NFTs. It refers to an activity where one or more traders have schemed to create an artificial demand for security by purchasing and selling it multiple times. Since wash trading affects both the price and volume of an NFT project, marketplaces no longer have reliable metrics for determining the growth and reach of their platforms. Counterfeit NFTs is another widespread issue. I’m sure you’ve heard about the

Bored Ape Yacht Club. But what about RR/BAYC? A conceptual artist Ryder Ripps allegedly made more than $5 million by selling NFTs with identical trademarks as the BAYC NFT collection The trademark infringement case was filed by the Yuga Labs founders in July last year. Plagiarism and copyright infringement cases have not only resulted in collectors squandering their funds but also caused artists to be visibly frustrated from not being able to display ownership over their creations.

If you’re an avid NFT collector, chances are, at least one NFT in your wallet has been manipulated somehow.

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How do we come into the bitsCrunch

EQUATION?

is a leading global data analytics firm specializing in multi-chain insights for NFTs and digital assets. Our team recognized these security issues plaguing the ecosystem at early onset and has now become one of the pioneers in building solutions to combat wash trading, NFT forgeries, and inflated price levels of digital artwork. Our forgery detection API is our cutting-edge intelligence tool designed to identify and flag counterfeit NFTs using AI/ML-based advanced models. Meanwhile, our price estimation solution estimates the fair value of NFTs, which uses artificial intelligence to accurately measure key parameters that drive the growth of NFT projects.

Apart from this, we also offer an NFT analytics dashboard that provides vital insights which offer more accuracy and accessibility to NFT investors and collectors. Extreme volatility, cluttered data, and sluggish updates have prevented NFT enthusiasts from tracking the historical activity and performance of popular NFTs. Recognizing this, we built Unleash NFTs, an AI-powered NFT analytics dashboard that provides reliable insights into popular and emerging NFT collections, marketplaces, and the overall NFT market. The platform offers in-depth analysis, research, and statistics into the NFT ecosystem that allows users to make informed decisions on the purchase and sale of nonfungible tokens, as well as understand critical indicators like market capitalization, trading volume, and other trading activities.

strive to make collecting

a safer and more enjoyable experience for our customers. You can learn more about our offerings at bitscrunch.com. If you want reliable insights into NFT collections, visit unleashnfts.com.

Providing transparency and accessibility ultimately remains core to our mission as we

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Will the stakers dump during ETHEREUM SHANGHAI HARD FORK ?

Shanghai Hard Fork will be crowned as the biggest upgrade for Ethereum since September when it moved from POW (Proof of Work) to POS (Proof of Stake). There has been a lot of anticipation from the developers and investors within the crypto industry.

Once the upgrade is completed by the Ethereum developers, we will witness a whooping 16 million staked ether (ETH) finally becoming withdrawable by the validators that help operate the network.

Ethereum’s Upgrade Path

of Work

of Stakes

Proof

Proof

(Ethereum Improvement Upgrade) EIPs

Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) describe standards for the Ethereum platform, including core protocol specifications, client APIs, and contract standards. For the Shanghai hard fork, there are 3 EIPs that are in focus:

It is a feature that which will allow validators to withdraw their 32 ETH from the staking contract. Post the London merge, there was a benefit of staking more ETH in order to get the rewards. The more ETH a validator stakes, the more likely they will be selected to “propose” the next block of Ethereum transactions and earn some network rewards. EIP 4895 will be under the spotlight given that stakers may want to start cashing out any rewards they’ve earned over the past two years – or simply get more control over their funds.

Also known as the WARM Coinbase can act as a game changer for the Ethereum’s new POS (Proof of Stake) consensus network. This should reduce the network (gas) fees for the developers or builders. Coinbase is nothing but a software that enables the builders to receive new tokens. Coinbase software costs the builders during the warm up and the cost usually decreases after the initial transaction. With the EIP-3651, there will be less charges for warming up of Coinbase which will enable builder’s savings to go up.

Main aim is to depreciate the opcode and warn against its use. The code is currently called “SELFDESTRUCT”. This will enable the builders and developers to reduce the gas fees eventually increasing the network activity.

EIP-4895

EIP-3651

EIP-6049

Ethereum Predictions

ETH Shanghai Upgrade Developers have confirmed the Ethereum Shanghai upgrade will take place in mid-April likely to be the 12th of April. The Shanghai upgrade will complete the transition to Proof of Stake for Ethereum and will enable withdrawals. Ahead of the merge, Eth whales have moved in preparation. Holders of over 10,000 tokens have reduced their overall holdings while those with between 10 and 10,000 tokens have increased their holdings by 1% over the past month.

At the same time, the amount of staked ETH has continued to increase with a significant surge of over 4% in the past 30 days

Weekly Chart

Since

3 Day Chart

according to glass node. Many are predicting a massive sell-off when those staking ETH can withdraw but only 16% of those staking their coins are currently in profit. This could either mean we see a massive rise in price between now and the 12th of April to allow them to withdraw in profit or no sell-off.

There is also certain conditions that apply to withdrawal of staked ETH and for some it may take up to 5 weeks after the upgrade to actually withdraw which suggests there wont be a huge sell-off on the day of the upgrade.

Below are some charts:

Daily Chart

reclaiming the 200-week MA in January Ethereum has pumped 25% but this is lagging behind Bitcoin. This is normal behaviour with Bitcoin leading any rally before money flows into Ethereum.

Ethereum has held the 200-day MA in March with a strong candle close.

On the 3-day chart Ethereum is still wrestling with the $1800 level. A close above this almost certainly sends Ethereum to $2000 and it could be quick as VPOC shows there is little volume above $1800.

Expectations

With the implementation of EIP-4895, 14% of total Ethereum which is staked will be withdrawable. This accounts to $31 billion in the current market scenario. Stakers will be finally able to withdraw their locked Ethereum after two long years and this is the reason why there can be a ripple effect in the demand and supply. This may also effect the liquidity of Ethereum in the market.

The bearish scenario should be a short lived one where in a big chunk of Ethereum hits the market producing more sell pressure. This will bring the price of Ether down and give an opportunity for the people who are eagerly waiting for this movement.

The bullish scenario kicks in when the stakers are smoothly able to withdraw the staked Ethereum and also gain confidence in the whole process. Once the Proof of Stake’s complete power is visible to the users, we believe there will be more and more stakers willing to get into the pools for extra rewards.

ETHEREUM SHANGHAI UPGRADE

Second Half of 2023

SHANGHAI UPGRADE ON GOERLI TESTNET Yet To be Announced (Final Test)

SHANGHAI

28 February 2023

15 September 2022 BELLATRIX

FINAL

SEPOLIA

Conclusion

If the short term volatility is kept aside, we truly believe that the Shanghai hard fork will be beneficial for the whole crypto space. New stakers will not only be able to stake and withdraw Ether on short notice but also enjoy the lower gas fees attempt from the network.

Other than the obvious advantage of staking, the ESG tag which is gained by Ethereum’s Beacon chain will act as a torch in the dark for the crypto space. It will also allow layer-2s like Polygon and Arbitrium to comfortably working on top of the new PoS chain enabling smooth communication.

NEW FRONTIER A NEW FRONTIER A

IN THE DIGITAL LANDSCAPE

EMPOWERING a brighter future for Guilds, Developers & Content Creators through decentralized solutions.

As blockchain technology continues to mature and evolve, a new era of creativity and collaboration is emerging. At the forefront of this revolution is BlockchainSpace, a provider of innovative solutions designed to support and empower Web3 communities. With its commitment to building a thriving and supportive ecosystem for everyone involved, it is poised to play a leading role in shaping the future of the industry.

With the backing of prominent industry leaders Animoca Brands and Yield Guild Games (YGG), BlockchainSpace offers

a comprehensive suite of products and services that cater to the creators’ needs, empowering them to reach new heights. Its flagship product, Guildhub, is a decentralized platform that allows guild or community managers to create, manage, and grow their communities of gamers, artists, and more. This platform provides users with the tools and resources necessary to streamline operations, increase visibility, and foster stronger bonds with their community members, no matter where they are in the world.

To empower them to start up and scale their operations, BlockchainSpace provides the data and infrastructure needed to build academies, develop tooling and automation systems, and create bridges to financial services. This extensive range of services is a testament to BlockchainSpace’s dedication to all creator communities and its mission of establishing and maintaining a thriving, supportive ecosystem for gamers, guilds, content creators, and developers alike. With its deep expertise and cutting-edge technology, it will continue to play a leading role in the growth and evolution of this already bustling industry.

In addition to its comprehensive suite of products and services, BlockchainSpace has also established its own native token, $GUILD. This token serves as the backbone of the platform, enabling users to access community resources, and enjoy rewards and benefits within the ecosystem. Through $GUILD, BlockchainSpace aims to provide users with a truly decentralized and transparent experience, removing the need for intermediaries and allowing for seamless transactions between users.

Recently, BlockchainSpace made a noteworthy step in its evolution with its acquisition of Metasports, a leading gaming and Esports media house and agency. This acquisition marks a significant development in the intersection of blockchain technology and the gaming industry. Metasports brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the table with its proven track record in gaming and content creation and will also greatly enhance BlockchainSpace’s ability to provide valuable services to its guild members. This acquisition is a clear indication of BlockchainSpace’s commitment to expanding its offering and staying at the forefront of technological innovation in the Web3 world, and also highlights the growing importance of the gaming and Esports industries and the role that technology, particularly blockchain tech, will play in shaping its future.

Alongside Guildhub, BlockchainSpace offers a range of additional services designed to support the growth and success of anyone involved.

What makes BlockchainSpace different from other creator hubs?

The answer to that is simple. Our unwavering commitment to this community is our passion.

Peter Ing CEO & Founder, BlockchainSpace

Take the Philippine Web3 Festival this past November as an example. This festival brought together the best in the blockchain and gaming industries, providing us with a wonderful opportunity to engage with our Filipino community members as well as projects and gamers from around the world. At BlockchainSpace, we remain dedicated to fostering and supporting this amazing community.”

About BlockchainSpace Blockc hainSpace

What can you expect from BlockchainSpace?

You can expect commitment to provide you with an unparalleled experience. This means not only delivering a platform that is intuitive and user-friendly but also providing expert support that is dedicated to ensuring your success. The team at BlockchainSpace is made up of industry professionals who are passionate about every aspect of blockchain technology. With their extensive knowledge and experience, they are well-equipped to help you build the community of your dreams. From providing tools and resources necessary for you to succeed to offering expert advice and support, BlockchainSpace has your back and is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.

As the industry continues to evolve and grow, the further incorporation of blockchain technology will play an increasingly important role. From guild leaders and avid gamers to NFT artists and developers on any blockchain, this is a defining moment. The future of blockchain technology is here, and you have the opportunity to shape it with BlockchainSpace, its thousands of guilds worldwide, and, most importantly, its communities.

For guild leaders, developers, passionate gamers, artists, and everyone in between, the time to get involved is right now. Join the revolution today by joining forces with BlockchainSpace and take control of your destiny.

one of the largest hub for play-to-earn and play and earn communities globally, enables guilds to scale in the metaverse. We build tools to empower gaming communities and run academies to identify economic opportunities in games. All of this encourages the next generation of play-to-earn gamers and guild owners to become successful entrepreneurs by equipping them with essential digital tools and financing to scale.

CRYPTO LEADING THE WAY IN EARLY-STAGE

The world of venture capitalism is evolving, and the rise of Web3 technologies has led to the emergence of a new breed of investors. Web3 venture capitalists are investing in blockchain, decentralized finance, and other emerging technologies that have the potential to transform the way we live, work, and do business.

These investors see the potential of a decentralized Web3 world, one that prioritizes user ownership, security, and privacy. As Web3 technologies continue to gain traction, the importance of Web3 venture capitalists is only going to grow. They are not just providing funding, but also offering strategic guidance, resources, and networks to help their portfolio companies succeed.

One of the prominent players in the Web3 venture capital space is New Tribe Capital. In this feature, let’s find out more about their unique approach to funding which involves deep involvement in the projects they support, from their team directly.

INVESTMENTS

What’s cool about

New Tribe!

NewTribe Capital is a Web 3-focused Venture Capital firm that invests in early-stage blockchain and crypto projects. We are a global crypto native investment firm that is led by principals who have been building and investing in the crypto space.

The firm began its operation in 2019 however our founding team has been active in the crypto space for over 5 years over project advisory, media, venture building, and events organizing. The first wave of investment comprised 150+ projects that belonged to various sectors and several ecosystems including GameFi, DeFi, Data Security, Infrastructure Projects including layer 1 and layer 0, Metaverses, NFTs, and much more.

The team is driven by a vision to support entrepreneurs in improving the world with technology and seeks to drive product innovation at the technical and algorithmic levels. We have been driven by the idea of “Investing in People” and truly believe in supporting entrepreneurs who are passionate and motivated to change the world by innovating and adopting new technologies to bring mass adoption to the web3 space to foster its growth.

Our Edge

A big part of our team is based out of Dubai, and we have grown as one of the leading Blockchain funds for this reason while maintaining a global presence. This makes us MENA leaders with Global scope. We are experienced in identifying opportunities in Asia and MENA that allow us to capture alpha opportunities without geographical restrictions.

We have a portfolio of 150+ projects that belong to several crypto verticals and sectors. We are also associated with mining operations and have full knowledge of its workings and technology while having strategic relationships with mining companies globally. Along with being an investor, we are also advisors to several projects.

With a steadfast commitment to identifying and investing in highly promising, scalable, and consumerfocused companies within the rapidly emerging web3 ecosystem, NewTribe is actively investing and building a portfolio of leading-edge web3 firms that are poised to achieve widespread adoption and achieve significant growth.

We have participated in events and conferences all over the world including France, Thailand, UAE, USA, and many more countries. We are usually invited to these events with a request to speak there as part of panel discussions, keynote speeches, etc. And all our team members have been doing so over the last few years at events and conferences globally.

Outstanding Track Record Visibility Leadership

Our core strength lies in the power of our team, our workforce. We have a team that can go all the way to give our investors value for their money (good returns on their investment) and to increase our annual returns; a team that is trained and equipped to pay attention to details and to deliver excellent jobs. Our team has first-hand experience growing web3 and traditional firms.

Dhaval Parikh Fund Partner at NewTribe Capital

During such unhealthy markets, VCs tend to help the projects build that unicorn rather than finding one. Providing capital is one thing but as an association, we are committed to providing other value-adding benefits that drive growth for an early-stage project.

Our Goal

As a regulated fund, we will offer trusted and profitable venture capitalists services to all our individual clients, and corporate clients at local, state, national, and international levels. We will ensure that we work hard to meet and surpass our client’s expectations whenever they invest their funds with us.

We will ensure that we hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards by meeting our client’s needs precisely and completely. We will cultivate a working environment that provides a human, sustainable approach to earning a living, and living in our world, for our partners, employees, and for our clients.

Key Areas of Investments

Infrastructure Blockchain Tech, Layer 0,1,2 & 3

Exchanges

Services

Trading infrastructure: P2P, Fiat to Crypto, DEX & CEX

Blockchain solution for everyday business, cybersecurity infrastructure, digital identity, Middleware, Bridges, and many more

Consumer Services and Products for everyday consumers, NFT, Superapps & SocialFi

Finance Asset Management, Trade execution, DAO, CeFi, DeFi & TradeFi

Conclusion

Potential projects and investors can get in touch with our team at fund@newtribe.capital. For more information on the NewTribe fund and our partnership updates,

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SCAM ALERT

FTX scam, November 2022

Three Arrows Capital, July 2022

BlockFi, November 2022

Core Scientific, December 2022

Voyager’s, July 2022

Celsius, June 2022

Babel Finance, June 2022

Hodlnaut, August 2022

Zipmex, July 2022

Uncovering Crypto’s

GEMS HIDDEN

Hidden gems also known as “sleepers” or “undervalued coins” are a crucial aspect of the cryptocurrency market. These coins, which are often overlooked by the mainstream media and investors, have the potential to yield significant returns for those who discover and invest in them early on.

One of the key factors that make hidden gems so appealing is their low market capitalization and circulating supply. Because these coins are not widely known or traded, they can be purchased at a fraction of the cost of more established cryptocurrencies. As more investors become aware of these hidden gems and begin to buy them, their value can skyrocket, resulting in significant profits for early adopters.

Another advantage of hidden gems is their potential for technological

innovation. Many of these coins are the products of new and cutting-edge technologies, such as blockchain or smart contract platforms, that have the potential to disrupt traditional industries. By investing in these coins, investors can gain exposure to these new technologies and potentially reap the benefits of their future success.

However, investing in hidden gems can also be risky, as the lack of information and market liquidity can make it difficult to value these

coins. It is crucial for investors to conduct thorough research and due diligence before investing in any cryptocurrency.

In conclusion, hidden gems are an important aspect of the cryptocurrency market, as they offer the potential for high returns and exposure to new and innovative technologies. However, investors should approach them with caution and do their due diligence before investing.

Morpheus.Network optimizes supply chains. This is accomplished with their SaaS middleware platform seamlessly integrating legacy and emerging technologies while providing supply chain managers with a Digital Footprint, providing shipment and item visibility for automating safe and secure supply chains saving time and money.

Oasis is the leading privacy-enabled and scalable layer-1 blockchain network. It combines high throughput and low gas fees with secure architecture to provide a next-generation foundation for Web3 and will power DeFi, GameFi, NFTs, Metaverse, Data tokenization and Data DAOs.

Oasis propels web3 forward, scaling it and evolving it from infancy to maturity. Supported by top industry backers, Oasis recently announced the $235 million Ecosystem Fund to support projects to build on the network. Oasis Labs, the ecosystem technical contributor, has partnered with the likes of Meta, BMW Group Genetica and others, to build platforms and products that further individual privacy protection, data governance, and responsible data use.

The Arweave network is like Bitcoin, but for data: A permanent and decentralized web inside an open ledger.

Permanent storage has many applications: from the preservation of humanity's most important data, to the hosting of truly decentralized and provably neutral web apps.

The Arweave protocol is stable, mature and widely adopted. As such, its ecosystem is fully decentralized. This site is just the tip of the iceberg. It acts as a map that points you to places you can learn about, use and build on Arweave.

Dive in! The rabbit hole is deep, and the possibilities are endless.

Build on Arweave

Arweave lets you build quickly and simply with permanent storage. You can store anything from files to fully decentralized web applications.

The permaweb ecosystem is a full stack for building decentralized web applications on Arweave. It offers everything from hosting of your web app’s UI, to database querying, and domain name services – all completely decentralized. This lets you build web apps with the properties of blockchains: permanent, probably neutral and transparent.

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SKALE is an elastic and decentralized blockchain network connected to Ethereum that supports highthroughput and low-latency transactions without the high transaction costs found in Ethereum, public mainnets, as well as thousands of independent blockchains, sidechains, storage chains, and other types of sub-chains

SKALE is empowering Ethereum Decentralized Applications (dApps) to scale Smart Contracts in a secure, reliable, cost-effective manner with these Elastic Side Chains by building a layer of infrastructure on top of Ethereum that will allow developers to build their projects faster and with better performance.

SKALE BACKERS

Boson Protocol (BOSON)

is a decentralized infrastructure for e-commerce transactions. The ecosystem enables the exchange of digital value for real-world products and services through the use of tokenized futures contracts. Сommitments to buy and sell physical assets are represented as stateful non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the platform.

Together with its native utility token BOSON, the protocol aims to demonopolize commerce and allow buyers and merchants to interact with minimal intervention from intermediaries.

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PREDICTIVE

RISK 2022

will undoubtedly be remembered as a year of cryptocurrency discontent, culminating in the collapse of the third-largest cryptocurrency exchange and other high-profile lenders which have shaken confidence in the entire Web3 ecosystem. It is here that Merkle Science will play a dominant role in monitoring & analysis. With its cutting edge technology it is uniquely placed to help financial institutions, crypto businesses, and DeFi participants navigate this rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Merkle Science is a predictive crypto risk and intelligence platform that keeps the Blockchain and Crypto ecosystem safe from threats.

Merkle Science is backed by Top VCs such as K3 Ventures, LuneX Ventures, BECO Capital, Coinhako, HashKey Group, Kraken Ventures, Fenbushi Capital, Libertus Capital, 500 Startups, Digital Currency Group, Kenetic, Token Bay Capital and Republic Crypto to name a few.

For more details visit www.merklescience.com

In the wake of FTX and the resulting contagion effect, it is easy to forget that 2022 was also the biggest year on record for crypto hacking. Total funds stolen over the year amount to over $3.8 billion, representing a 37% increase in funds stolen due to crypto hacks in 2021. An emerging, worrisome trend is the rise of cross-chain bridge exploits which led to $3 billion in losses, including the $100 million Harmony Protocol Horizon and $625 million Ronin Network exploits. Simultaneously, the ecosystem is observing a steady increase in NFT-led wash trading, money laundering, and pump-and-dump schemes.

Complicating things further, illicit actors are taking broader steps to obfuscate their transaction trail. This, combined with the continued growth of unregulated peer-to-peer payment (P2P) exchanges, illicit use of decentralized aggregators, cross-chain bridges, and mixers has provided criminals with new ways to detach themselves from direct risks by disconnecting from known and flagged addresses.

While the broader crypto ecosystem remains blissfully unaware of the criminal activity lurking beneath it, the Merkle Science team remains hypervigilant

WEB INTELLI GENCE

Merkle Science

was founded in 2018 to improve risk management and regulatory compliance across the Web3 ecosystem. With crypto regulatory scrutiny increasing around the world and the increasingly complex illicit activities in the space, industry players - from Web3 businesses to financial institutions (Fls) to regulators - are struggling to keep up with the pace of change. Merkle Science is uniquely placed to help financial institutions, crypto businesses, and DeFi participants navigate this rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Our focus on predictive and machine learning-driven transaction monitoring, NFT analytics, DeFi liquidity pool analysis, multi-chain analysis and enhanced due diligence reporting ensures they can comply with confidence.

Each new shift in technology tends to follow the same pattern of behavior, which Gartner calls the Hype Cyclea graphic representation of the maturity and adoption of technologies

PLATFORM

and applications, and how they are potentially relevant to solving real business problems and exploiting new opportunities. Merkle’s perspective is that Web3 - following the tumultuous events of 2022 - is sitting at the Trough of Disillusionment, characterized by a decline in interest as implementations fail to deliver and producers of the technology shake out or fail.

While the present state of Web3 and specifically cryptocurrency may seem dire, our perspective is much more optimistic.

In 2023, we envision crypto’s regulatory paradigm-shifting as global regulators define their expectations of Web3 participants operating in their jurisdictions. The regulatory arbitrage gap is beginning to close and jurisdictions are moving ahead with licensing

regimes, providing greater clarity and stability to crypto business operations in many major markets. Regulators are also encouraging crypto businesses to leverage blockchain analytics to design and implement effective AML policies, processes, and procedures, including, for instance, sanctions screening, customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and more.

Moreover, policymakers are seeking to understand emerging ecosystem sectors such as DeFi, NFTs, and cross-chain bridges, and bring them into the regulatory scope.

As a leading indicator, despite the recent layoffs, crypto exchanges like Kraken are significantly growing their compliance headcount - signalling their commitment to implementing further guardrails.

The events of 2022, while unfortunate and tragic, will spark a flame igniting regulatory action and heightened demand for solutions that can provide greater trust and transparency. The tools that Merkle has built take us a step in that direction, and we envision an explosion in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools designed to prevent another FTX collapse and drastically reduce crypto crime.

While the present state of Web3 and specifically cryptocurrency may seem dire, our perspective is much more optimistic.

Mriganka Pattnaik

CEO / Co-Founder, MERKLER SCIENCE

Civic’s Custom Solutions for DECENTRALIZED IDENTITY VERIFICATION ACCESS CONTROL

NFTs

have taken the digital world by storm, offering creators a unique way to monetize their digital creations and providing collectors with a new form of ownership over digital assets. However, with the rise of NFTs, the issue of identity verification has become increasingly important. Ensuring that the buyers, sellers, and creators involved in NFT transactions are real people is essential for maintaining the integrity and security of the ecosystem.

Civic's blockchain-based identity verification platform offers solutions for identity verification, access control, and compliance, providing developers with custom solutions for their specific business needs. With Civic's platform, dApp developers can ensure that their users are real people, preventing bots and other bad actors from entering the ecosystem and ensuring the security and legitimacy of NFT transactions.

In this article, we will explore the importance of identity verification in the NFT world and how Civic's platform can help developers build secure and trustworthy ecosystems for their NFT projects and other dApps. We will also look at some real-world examples of how Civic's solutions have been implemented in the NFT space to help protect creators, buyers, and sellers alike.

Identity for Enterprise & dApps

Identity verification is a critical component for enterprises and decentralized applications (dApps) alike. With the increasing adoption of blockchain technology, the need for reliable and secure identity verification has become more pressing than ever. Decentralized applications, including DeFi, automated market makers (AMMs), lending, NFTs, DAOs, gaming, and more, all require a robust identity verification and access control mechanism to ensure the security and integrity of their systems.

Civic is a decentralized identity verification platform that provides a range of identity verification services to businesses and dApps. With Civic, businesses, and dApps can issue their custom access tokens (SBTs), gate smart-contracts, conduct identity verification, and even create inputs for their compliance program. Civic's versatile and flexible identity verification solution can be tailored to meet the unique needs of any business or dApp.

Versatile by Design

In the world of decentralized applications (dApps), identity verification and access control are critical components that must be implemented with precision and accuracy. Different dApps have unique requirements when it comes to identity verification and access control, and it is important to have a solution that is versatile and customizable.

Civic is a decentralized identity verification platform that provides a range of services to dApps, including access control, identity verification, and compliance inputs. Their solution allows dApps to manage user passes according to their business needs while ensuring that access is granted only to users who meet specific requirements such as age and location. This is particularly crucial in industries such as gambling and gaming, where strict regulations are in place.

The versatility of Civic's solution is also evident in its approach to identity verification. dApps can build any combination of verifiable credentials to serve as inputs to their compliance program, including identity verification, age verification, liveness verification, captcha verification, location check, and banned countries check. This flexibility allows dApps to tailor their identity verification process to their specific needs and requirements, providing an extra layer of security.

Flexible Identity Verification

Verifying identities is vital for upholding a platform's security and integrity. Civic's flexible identity verification system is essential for maintaining the security and integrity of decentralized applications (dApps). With a range of customizable verifiable credentials, dApps can tailor their verification process to meet their unique compliance needs. This approach ensures that access is only granted to verified users who meet specific criteria, preventing potential fraud and identity theft. Additionally, Civic's verification methods, such as liveness verification and captcha verification, add an extra layer of security to the verification process, making it more challenging for bots and bad actors to infiltrate the system. Whether it's age verification for gaming platforms or identity verification for DeFi platforms, Civic's platform offers the versatility and adaptability that dApps require to build secure and trustworthy ecosystems.

Custom Solutions for dApps

Custom solutions for dApps refer to the ability of platforms to create unique access controls and verification processes tailored to their specific needs. Civic offers custom solutions that enable dApps to issue their access tokens, gate smart-contracts, and conduct identity verification checks. These verification checks can include identity verification, age verification, liveness verification, captcha verification, location check, and banned countries check

Custom solutions from Civic also provide a dashboard for token management, allowing dApps to easily manage and monitor their access tokens while maintaining control over their user data. The ability to customize access controls and verification processes is increasingly important as the number of dApps continues to grow, enabling platforms to maintain security and compliance in decentralized environments.

NFT- ENABLED

Custom Solutions for Decentralized Web

Civic is also leveraging NFTs to enhance user profiles and showcase unique self-expression. Users can create public profiles for their alt and display their NFT collections across wallets. These profiles are stored using IPFS, a distributed file storage protocol, and are enriched with dynamic user data such as wallet address, decentralized identifier (DID), and/or .sol domain. Additionally, Civic Pass allows developers to integrate a revokable access token for their users, which can be used to token gate their DApps based on user requirements such as age, location, or humanity. With Civic's seamless integration, developers can protect their community by granting verified users access while filtering out bad actors.

As NFTs continue to gain popularity, identity verification becomes an increasingly important issue in the decentralized world of blockchain. Civic's blockchain-based identity verification platform offers solutions for identity verification, access control, and compliance, providing dApp developers with custom solutions for their specific business needs. By leveraging Civic's platform, dApp developers can ensure that their users are real people, preventing bots and other bad actors from entering the ecosystem. With its versatile and flexible solutions, Civic is poised to play a key role in the future of identity verification in the world of blockchain and decentralized applications.

Creating EXCEPTIONAL METAVERSE Projects & dAPPS Deployment Experience

In the rapidly evolving world of web3 project developments, two companies are making a significant impact: The Happiness Room and Reblock. Both companies bring unique expertise to the table, with a focus on creating immersive gaming and Metaverse experiences and leveraging blockchain technology to create decentralized applications.

The Happiness Room

but has now shifted its focus to Metaverse development. With over 20 successful projects in the last 2 years, the company has extensive experience in building immersive gaming and Metaverse experiences. The Happiness Room is not only Epic Games certified but also has an unreal authorized training centre, The Happiness Room is committed to providing clients with the latest knowledge and tools they need to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of Web3 project development.

THR Labs, another initiative within the company, is a mobile gaming studio that specializes in creating high-quality casual and hyper-casual games for publishers worldwide. The company has a dedicated team with over 100,000 hours of combined game development experience in both Unreal Engine and Unity. THR Labs believes in pushing boundaries and creating engaging as well as fun games that appeal to a wide range of audiences.

The Happiness Room has successfully built many large Metaverse projects, including a Metaverse for HDFC bank which is the largest private lending player in India. It has also worked alongside a large university in the Middle East, and a Las Vegas City Metaverse where they built replicas of casinos, malls, and more. In all these projects, digital avatars can interact with their physical surroundings eventually helping in creating a truly immersive experience.

Reblock on the other hand, leverages blockchain technology to create decentralized applications. The team of developers and designers at Reblock is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the web3 space and has worked on several successful projects for clients. Reblock prides itself on its ability to work closely with clients to understand their specific needs and objectives and develop custom solutions that meet those requirements.

One of Reblock's key strengths is its ability to work with emerging technologies and protocols. The company's work on Shotcaller, a Sports + Web3 application, required extensive collaboration with the client to integrate blockchain technology into the game mechanics in a seamless and intuitive way for users. Similarly, Reblock's work on financial protocols like Nord Finance, Kudo.money, and ZeroSwap.io required a deep understanding of blockchain security protocols to ensure the applications were both secure and resilient. Both the companies are already working with a number of leading chains and are in different stages of build with Polygon, Near, Avalanche, BNB, 5ire, etc.

PORTFOLIO

Overall, the experience of web3 project development has taught these firms the importance of collaboration, flexibility, and attention to detail. They believe in the power of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize industries.

A common founder at both companies, Vatsal Gaur, is proud of the work they have accomplished and

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excited for the future of their companies. They are constantly seeking new ways to innovate and improve their services and believe that their passion for gaming and Metaverse development, combined with their expertise in web3 project development, will enable them to create truly exceptional experiences for their clients.

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NEXT GENERATION OF DECENTRALIZED GIANTS Supporting the

Kyber Ventures

is the investment arm of Kyber Group, a Web3 Tech-focused group with popular products including a leading KyberSwap DEX and an all-in-one non-custodial web3 wallet Krystal. Kyber Ventures was founded and is run by an OG web3 builder who wants to support entrepreneurs in building the next giants of the decentralized world.

Kyber Ventures takes a robust hands-on approach to projects from technical designs, product positioning, branding, business development to community building at all stages. The team aims to share their insight, experience, and connections from all the years of building in the space to help new projects and founders succeed. They have a multi-disciplinary approach to investing in different sectors, leveraging fundamental, intensive due diligence, and a long-term investor mindset.

Kyber Ventures has made 39 investments since 2019, across verticals, including infrastructure, defi, cefi, gamefi, and others. Despite the majority being deployed in the last two years, they have achieved a 4x gross investment-to-date MOIC. They have incubated several projects that became top players in different spaces, such as Pegaxy, Sipher, 1inch, and Instadapp.

STRATEGY

Kyber Ventures' investment strategy focuses on early startups that have a strong founding team, an outstanding product with a good market fit, and execution capabilities. They not only provide initial capital but also day-to-day operational support from internal teams and startup experts. Working closely with the projects early on allows them to understand the founders and their

products more and help make the right investment decision.

The team concentrates on innovative technologies and products that have real long-term use cases rather than short-term trends. They work hard to filter out people with the wrong mindset, as crypto could easily attract a lot of shortterm founders.

INVESTMENT APPROACH

Kyber Ventures’ investment approach is driven by multi-year relationships with web2, web3 founders, developers, partners, and a unique venture building. They have a comprehensive deal process with deep fundamental due diligence and a precise scoring scale for different aspects. They leverage their internal team to conduct technical validation and their expert network to do reference checks. They also have proper risk management with

prudent portfolio rebalancing and re-positioning.

Kyber Ventures' deep engagement and support to the founders and portfolio companies through product development, go-to-market strategy, token design, and liquidity management is unparalleled. The team ensures that the founders have access to the best resources to grow and succeed.

PORTFOLIO

HARSH AGARWAL

is a venture capitalist at Kyber Ventures, the investment arm of Kyber Network, the World's first DEX aggregator that supports visionary entrepreneurs in building the future of the decentralized world. Before Kyber Ventures, Harsh advised the $100m Blockchain Arm at Global Growth Holdings and worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at JP Morgan & Chase. With his CA and CFA fellowships, he is a seasoned professional in the Blockchain industry with over 7 years of experience. Harsh is well-equipped to conduct digital asset research, valuations, and due diligence. He has a keen eye for analyzing key market trends across various asset classes based on macroeconomic scenarios, on chain activities, and industry shifts.

Kyber Ventures is changing the game in the blockchain industry. They have an outstanding track record and a unique approach that sets them apart from other venture capitalists. Their deep engagement and support to the founders and portfolio companies ensure that they have access to the best resources to grow and succeed. Kyber Ventures is supporting the next generation of decentralized giants, and we cannot wait to see what they will achieve next.

IRL EVENTS IN COMMUNITIES

CONNECT WEB3

OffChain Global is a Web3 community that started in 2017 and connects people through IRL events globally. We have chapters in 70 cities and have held over 1,000 events in Asia, the US, Europe, Latin America and Africa.

The majority of events are just drinks and mingling but there are often events with speakers and discussion panels. There are also outings like afternoon tea, hiking, ultimate frisbee games and even wine tasting excursions. The idea is that getting Web3 professionals together to relax, connect, learn, and bond, builds trust so they can then build new meaningful projects, collaborate and bring value to each other.

With over 15,000 users on our Telegram channels, WhatsApp groups, and in-person events throughout the globe, OffChain Global supports a community dedicated to changing the world through the advancement of Web3 and blockchain technology.

OffChain Global continues to expand its network. From Bali to Seattle, Singapore to Lisbon and everywhere in between. Most recently, new chapters have been started in Cape Town, Riyadh, Buenos Aires, Denver, Cork, and Nigeria.

Apart from maintaining partnerships with ICP Internet Computer, BlockChain Gaming Alliance, and Bridgr to name a few and new partnerships with Vennity in Seattle and NFT Denver during ETHDenver, our chapter founders are connecting their local communities with the rest of the WEB3 global communities.

We provide a trusted network that extends globally beyond the Web3 professionals and enthusiasts members engage with at the local city chapters through meet-ups and other events. By connecting people passionate about making a difference in the world, we are building a network of trust.

OffChain members are already part of the Web3 Community including investors, exchange employees, entrepreneurs, project founders, their colleagues, influencers, traders and developers. Just as important are the people who want to become part of the Web3 professional world and are looking for a community that can help ease them into it.

If you want to find a chapter in your city, take a look at: https://offchain.social/chapters

If you would like to explore the OffChain Global community, check: https://linktr.ee/OffChain

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NFTs LEGAL / and COMPLIANCE RISK

Unexpected

Things

Every Founder Should Plan For In 2023! 4

While recent high-profile cases such as the Hermes-Metabirkins dispute over intellectual property rights have garnered attention, there are several lesser-known cases and regulatory developments which expose legal/compliance issues that could also have a very significant impact on any NFT platform business: the SEC's insider trading charges against Opensea, the potential classification of NFTs as securities in the Top Shots case and the recent FATF pronouncements to name a few.

In this article, I do some crystal-ball gazing into what I anticipate to be the legal / compliance pain points for NFT platform owners in 2023 and offer some insights on how these could potentially be addressed. These risks could apply to both the NFTs or any token that is used as a form of currency within the NFT platform.

There has been a flurry of legal and regulatory activity in the NFT industry.

PAIN POINT

When it comes to listing tokens relating to an NFT platform on exchanges, businesses often obtain a legal opinion from a lawyer to confirm that the token is a “utility token” (and not a security). However, relying too heavily on these opinions could be a risky move. Legal opinions are only correct as of the date they are given, and they come with certain assumptions.

In addition, they only address the laws of a particular country, leaving businesses open to risks such as the NFTs/platform tokens could be considered securities in certain countries. It can also be said that they could be subject to less onerous but

PAIN POINT

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History has shown that an economic downturn generally leads to an increase in civil litigation.

The situation is further exacerbated by the recent implosion in the cryptoindustry, to the extent that it impacts the liquidity of platform customers. In cases where there is no written contract or applicable law, dissatisfied customers are likely to rely on claims for miss-selling or breach of promise under their country's general consumer laws. To avoid potential legal issues, it is crucial to carefully vet the wording of any White Paper to avoid any "marketing hyperbole." NFT platform owners should also have a meticulously drafted set of risk factors tailored to their specific business included in their marketing materials. Personnel involved in marketing

still important “local” regulatory requirements such as the requirement to make regulatory or tax filings.

At a minimum, NFT platform owners should look to mitigate their exposure to international legal/compliance obligations by incorporating tailor-made disclaimers and contractual representations in their White Paper and token purchase document. They should also have a risk escalation plan in place and seek local law regulatory and tax advice if a certain number of customers / purchasers are based in a particular country.

is an international lawyer at a boutique Singapore law firm and Founder of LawSentry, a consulting company that provides legal / compliance risk solutions for digital platform businesses with a focus on Web3 and fintech.

The views expressed herein are in her personal capacity.

The contents of this article do not constitute legal advice.

NFTs / platform tokens should be well-informed of communication do's and don'ts and educated on the fact that emphasizing the potential for capital appreciation when selling NFTs significantly enhances the risk of it being classified as a security.

Statistics have shown that unhappy customers are more likely to sue, so maintaining open communication with customers is vital in mitigating the risk of litigation. Therefore, businesses should engage with their customers regularly to keep them proactively informed of how they are handling the regulatory and other uncertainties of 2023 including, where applicable, the actual or potential insolvency of any of their key business partners or service providers.

There is a greater chance than ever before for NFTs/ NFT platform tokens to be characterized as a security

Messy and time-consuming litigation could be coming your way even if you’ve done nothing wrong.

3 Compliance-Creep Will Be A Thing. PAIN POINT

One of the clear trends that has emerged from pronouncements by the Financial Action Task Force (the international money-laundering watch dog) over the past few years is the concern over the heightened money laundering risks within the Web3 economy. In a recent report, the FATF specifically highlighted some of the market vulnerabilities of NFTs related to money laundering such as the potential for wash trading as a tool to launder money.

It is only a question of time before national regulators become more focused on what checks NFT platform owners undertake in relation to AML/ KYC / CFT / economic sanctions compliance. Therefore, NFT platform owners who want to future-proof their business should consider putting in place a framework to conduct customer compliance screenings (at a

minimum, AML / KYC / CFT / sanction screening checks as per the requirements of the country of incorporation) bearing in mind their risk profile. Additionally, they should look to designate an acting compliance officer that personnel can escalate "red flag" scenarios to and who is responsible for filing a suspicious transaction report (or equivalent) with the local regulator, if required. A business should be able to demonstrate its commitment to compliance to a regulator by documenting its compliance controls in an umbrella company-wide compliance policy which (in light of the OpenSea case), in the case of NFT marketplaces, should also include an insider trading policy and (in light of recent Web3 scandals, a hot-button issue and increasingly, a precondition for institutional funding) a conflict of interest declaration policy.

Sales of NFTs Could be More Complicated Than They Appear. PAIN POINT

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The use of NFTs as collateral for lending has become more common with several Defi protocols offering this service. Given the overall slowdown in third party funding, NFT platform owners may increasingly explore bilateral loans using NFTs that they personally own as collateral.

However, there is a lot of scope for disputes in this scenario. This is because while these agreements provide for the liquidation of collateral upon certain trigger events, there are often no specific provisions governing

the sale process. And unlike traditional assets, there isn't a settled "default" understanding of what constitutes a "market exit". To avoid such issues, NFT platform owners should include detailed provisions in any borrowing contracts regarding the manner of sale. This should include identifying approved marketplaces, prohibiting "related-party" sales that could artificially suppress the price, and where payments are made in cryptocurrency, identifying what constitutes a "force majeure" event.

A Crypto Derivative Exchange is a type of exchange where traders can buy and sell derivative contracts based on cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets. Derivatives are financial instruments that derive their value from an underlying asset, and in the case of a crypto derivative exchange, that underlying asset is a cryptocurrency.

Crypto Derivative contracts can take many forms, such as futures, options, and swaps. These contracts allow traders to speculate on the future price movements of cryptocurrencies without having to actually buy and hold the underlying assets themselves. Instead, they can take a long or short position on the contract, which allows them to profit from the price movements of the underlying cryptocurrency.

Crypto derivative exchanges typically provide traders with advanced trading tools and features, such as margin trading, leverage, and risk management tools. However, trading derivatives can also be risky, as the potential for losses can be greater than the amount invested. It is important for traders to have a thorough understanding of the risks involved and to use risk management strategies to minimize their exposure.

Let’s take a look on some of the top crypto derivative exchanges.

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Binance is one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, and its futures trading platform offers traders access to a wide range of futures contracts. The exchange supports both perpetual and traditional futures contracts, and users can trade with up to 125x leverage.

Binance has a very reasonable fee for derivatives trading. There is no fee for the deposit of funds on Binance. The trading fee varies from 0.01% to 0.05% of the transaction value. Further, a user can reduce this fee by holding the in-house token of Binance, i.e. BNB (Binance Token). Currently, there are 286 trading pairs available on the exchange. Binance’s 24h volume is reported to be at $83,309,890,496

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Bybit is a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange that offers traders access to perpetual and traditional futures contracts with up to 100x leverage. The exchange is known for its user-friendly platform and advanced trading features. The trading fee structure of Bybit is pocket-friendly. It charges 0.075% of the transaction from the market taker but rewards 0.025% of the trade to the market maker. Currently, there are 239 trading pairs available on the exchange. Bybit (Futures) 24h trading volume is reported to be at $19,749,749,572

Bitget Futures is a platform that allows users to trade cryptocurrency futures contracts with leverage of up to 100x. The platform is a part of the Bitget exchange, and it offers a variety of trading options, including perpetual futures, quarterly futures, and options.

For Futures trading, each trade will carry a transaction fee of 0.02% for Maker and 0.06% for Taker. Currently, there are 132 trading pairs available on the exchange. Bitget Futures 24h trading volume is reported to be at $10,909,349,780

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BitMEX is a popular crypto derivatives exchange that offers traders access to a variety of futures contracts, including perpetual and traditional futures. The exchange also offers up to 100x leverage on its futures contracts.

Market takers pay 0.075% per trade, and makers get a 0.025% rebate. This is a refund given to makers for providing liquidity for the platform. Currently, there are 81 trading pairs available on the exchange. BitMEX (Derivative) 24h trading volume is reported to be at $877,175,261

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OKX is a leading cryptocurrency derivatives exchange that caters a wide range of futures contracts, including perpetual futures, quarterly futures, and options. The exchange also offers up to 100x leverage on its futures contracts.

The base trading fee on OKX is as follows:

Type of Contracts Maker fee Taker fee

This fee can be reduced once a user attains VIP status. Currently, there are 503 trading pairs available on the exchange. OKX (Futures) 24h trading volume is reported to be at $22,216,203,936

Phemex is a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange that offers traders access to a range of perpetual futures contracts with up to 100x leverage. The exchange is known for its user-friendly platform and advanced trading features, including zero-fee spot trading.

Phemex employs a 0.01% maker fee and a 0.06% taker fee for contracts. Currently, there are 151 trading pairs available on the exchange. Phemex (Futures) 24h trading volume is reported to be at $2,118,138,082

Delta Exchange is a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange that allows traders to trade futures and options contracts on a variety of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple, and others. The platform was launched in 2018 and is based in Singapore. Delta Exchange offers a range of features to traders, including high leverage up to 100x, low trading fees, a userfriendly interface, and advanced trading tools such as order types and charting tools.

Trading Fees range from 0.02% to 0.1%. Currently, there are 97 trading pairs available on the exchange. Delta Exchange (Futures) 24h trading volume is reported to be at $87,875,730

Huobi Futures is a popular cryptocurrency derivatives exchange that offers traders access to a variety of futures contracts, including perpetual futures, weekly futures, and options. The exchange also offers up to 125x leverage on its futures contracts.

Currently, there are 189 trading pairs available on the exchange. Huobi Futures 24h trading volume is reported to be at $3,094,891,236

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STAKING LAUNCHPAD

OPEN TO EVERYONE!

Vulture Peak is an innovative Launchpad focusing on blockchain infrastructures, games, NFTs, metaverse, DeFi, AI and other recent developments in the blockchain space. While the blockchain industry has been growing in recent years, not much has been done to have equal growth amongst the overall sphere of our society and it has mostly benefited a certain segment of the society who has the liberty & strength of investing early in potential projects. Vulture Peak focuses on levelling down these grounds and empowering everyone with an investing

It has the following unique features that makes it the most convenient & the easiest platform to participate in IDO/IGO/INOs & early round sales (seed, private, etc):

UNIQUE FEATURES

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OPEN TO ALL

The token sales (IDO/IGO/INOs or early round sales) on Vulture Peak are open to all and anyone can participate without any prerequisites

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NO STAKING REQUIREMENT

Unlike other launchpads, users on Vulture Peak don’t have to stake or lock any tokens to participate

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FIRST COME FIRST SERVED (FCFS)

Whoever comes in early will get the opportunity to buy the tokens when the pool opens.

NO TIER SYSTEM

All users will have equal opportunity to participate and therefore, there is no tier system.

GUARANTEED ALLOCATION

Users showing up early and participating in the IDO/IGO or early round sales will have a guaranteed allocation.

REGISTRATION FEE

Users only pay a minimum amount of Vulture Peak’s token ($VPK) as a registration fee for participating on its platform. The amount of $VPK tokens required will be in the range of $10 - $30 only for the convenience of its users and to encourage more participation.

OVERALL PROCESS

The overall process on Vulture Peak is straightforward, simple, and much easier compared to other launchpads.

The users simply must turn up early when the IDO pool opens and deposit the registration fee (in $VPK) and the desired token allocation amount (in BUSD). Besides this, there are no other prerequisites.

These deposits are done in one single transaction and the allocation is guaran-

teed once the deposit is completed. The users then have to claim the tokens as per the vesting schedule of the tokens either on Vulture Peak’s vesting portal or on the vesting portal of the project for which the details will be provided well ahead of time. The flow of overall process is as shown below:

The platform is currently on BNB Chain (BSC) and is in the process of adding Polygon network. It will also gradually add other networks to make Vulture Peak a multichain platform.

PROJECTS LAUNCHED & UPCOMING PROJECTS

Vulture Peak went live in Feb 2022 and has since then launched several projects. It receives project deal flows & proposals from its various partners and also through its online submission option available on its website. The projects that launch on Vulture Peak pass through its rigorous Due Diligence (DD) process and believes in sharing only the most potential projects to its community. The projects launched till date are as shown below:

The upcoming projects for which the dates are yet to be decided are Playzap, Prizefighter Metawonder.

For more details:

contact@vulturepeak.io

mAjOR iN mARCH

The HiVe Blockchain Summit Fintech Week Tel Aviv

Register for a ticket & meet us March 4th in Las Vegas, Hear exciting #VeChain updates & from speakers across the #Web3/#asustainability.

4th March 2023

Fintech Week Tel Aviv is israel biggest annual fintech test bringing together global players to deliberate, share ideas and best practices and do business. All under the Tel Aviv sun

13th March 2023

Bedrock Upgrade

Bedrock improves on its predecessor by reducing transaction fees using optimized batch compression and Ethereum as a data availability layer shortening delays of including L1 transactions in rollups by handling L1 re-orgs more gracefully, anatiling modular proof systems through code re-use, and improving node performance by removing technical debt

15th March 2023

ZKEVM Mainnet Beta

On March 27, Polygon #EVM launches the future of Ethereum scaling

Lambda Upgrade

Gain v9.0 x1 Casmon SDK v0.47 | Interchain Security v1

27th March 2023

31st March 2023

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EVENTS ARCH

World Digital Assets Investment Summit

The World Digital Assets investment Summit is a gathering of experts design around to bring together industry leaders from Crypto, Fintech, DeFi, NFT. Metaverse, Web3, Financial institutions and investment Companies to discuss the future of investments in Digital Assets

10th March 2023

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FEVM Release

Filecoin v18 Hygge upgrade brings user programmability to Filecoin, expected on March 14th.

Blockchain Africa Conference

Bitcoin Events flagship event, the Blackchain Africa Conference, returns on 16- 17 March 2023 for the 9th edition as a hybrid edition in Johannesburg, South Africa and virtually

Metaverse Fashion Week

Metaverse Fashion Week [MVFW) is returning for its second run on 28-31 March

ZkOracles Phase 2

14th March 2023

16th March 2023

28th March 2023

Identify a 256x more performant Multi-Party Computation (MPC) design for Oracles using interactive zero knowledge proats.

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31st March 2023

Web3 Conferences to Watchout

European Web3.0 Summit

EDCON

Teamz Web 3 Summit

Gateway to Cosmos

NFT NYC

DAO Tokyo

ETHGlobal Tokyo Hackathon

Sui Builder House Hong Kong

BlockchainWeek ZA

SolLadies Build Hacker House

8th International Conference on Internet

Data and Security

Consensus

Hackathon

Watchout for in April 2023

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