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Yuga Labs sold Meebits IP to MeebCo.
MeebCo is a newly established company founded by NFT collector Sergito and supported by blockchain investment firm 1confirmation, which acquired the Meebits NFT collection and intellectual property from Yuga Labs.
According to MeebCo's statement, the team plans to respect the history and legacy of the series as one of the most outstanding 3D voxel characters while still evolving its position in the metaverse.
Plans include expanding the project through more storytelling, new merchandise, art collaborations, and interactive experiences while maintaining a presence in Yuga's Otherside metaverse.
Meebits characters were initially created by Larva Labs in 2021 and later acquired by Yuga Labs in 2022, intended for the digital world and gaming. As part of this transformation, Yuga Labs will now focus more on its other projects, namely Bored Ape Yacht Club and Otherside.
To kick off this new phase, MeebCo launched Bits, a new rewards system that allows Meebits collectors to earn points by buying and selling on Meebits' official third-party marketplace OpenSea.
Doodles launched $DOOD on Solana.
The NFT series Doodles, co-founded by digital artist Burnt Toast, launched its new token $DOOD on the Solana blockchain.
According to an X announcement from the Doodles team, the token supply is 10 billion, with 68% allocated to community members.
In the future, it will be able to bridge to Coinbase Layer 2 (L2) Base.
KAITO deployed $KAITO on Base.
KAITO is an AI blockchain search platform led by former hedge fund trader Yu Hu, which launched its native token $KAITO on Base. According to the announcement, the token will serve as the network currency, helping to drive market forces and achieve community governance.
The company describes the concept of 'InfoFi' as a system that tokenizes attention, aiming to improve information distribution through AI-driven algorithms and market dynamics, which often see attention wane with regular search engines.
More information about InfoFi and KAITO can be found in the complete white paper.
Ronin shifts to permissionless.
Ronin is a blockchain focused on gaming, developed by Axie Infinity creator Sky Mavis, allowing any developer to build applications on-chain without prior approval.
To support this initiative, Sky Mavis launched the Ronin Developer Console, a toolkit designed to support new projects through wallet integration, NFT listings, and smart contract templates.
Additionally, it was reported that Ronin integrated the cross-chain interoperability protocol (CCIP) created by the decentralized oracle network Chainlink, connecting Ronin to Ethereum and Base.
Several games are set to launch on the network, including the 3v3 basketball challenge Rumble Kong League, the free social world Nifty Island, and the virtual horse racing game Photo Finish.
Azuki announced the launch of a trading card game in 2025.
Azuki is a PFP series game created by Chiru Labs, known for its anime-inspired art style, and has announced plans to launch a trading card game (TCG) in 2025.
The company has yet to provide specifics about game mechanics or how Azuki NFTs will integrate; however, the announcement generated significant interest on X, with over 281,000 viewers and 500 comments speculating on how the game will extend the brand's lore.
Five months ago, Azuki announced the acquisition of the anime.com domain, bringing surprise to fans.
Montgomery launches a virtual universe to commemorate the Selma and Montgomery marches.
Montgomery, Alabama announced the launch of a virtual experience to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery march, a key moment in the American civil rights movement in 1965.
According to Alabama Public Broadcasting, the project allows users to witness the pivotal moments of the historic 54-mile march from Selma to the state capital, aimed at registering Black voters and raising awareness of voter suppression.
In the virtual environment, participants can explore locations recreated based on historical records, photos, and expert opinions while interacting with AI-driven historical figures and viewing Montgomery in 1965.
Anyone with internet access and a web browser can experience this, with Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed describing the project as an educational tool that preserves the city's history while embracing new technologies more suitable for the younger generation.
Editor's note: The mention of tokens is for reference only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.
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