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Justin Aversano has started daily releases of a new photo series 'Unseen Moments'
Photographer Justin Aversano, known for the 'Twin Flames' series, has launched 'Unseen Moments,' a long-term project that will release a new piece every day over the next year.
The series was released on April 8 in Los Angeles, with Aversano stating that it has been in development for years.
Ledger partners with Sui Network
Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has added native support for Sui Network, a low-fee, low-latency Layer 1 blockchain designed for digital asset ownership and composability.
This integration allows users to store and manage Sui-based NFTs and tokens directly through Ledger Live Desktop, with mobile integration coming soon.
Mastercard partners with Kraken to enable Bitcoin payments in Europe
Mastercard and cryptocurrency exchange Kraken announce a partnership to enable Bitcoin payments at over 150 million Mastercard-compatible merchants worldwide, launching first in the UK and Europe.
The program includes physical and digital debit cards, linking Kraken users' cryptocurrency balances with their retail card payments, based on the exchange's payment tool Kraken Pay, allowing users to send cryptocurrency or fiat using a simplified user ID.
Although this collaboration is still in its early stages, it reflects a growing interest in testing crypto integration within traditional payment systems.
Fellowship launches redesigned website and new digital art exhibition
Fellowship is a contemporary gallery focused on artists using cutting-edge technology, launching a new website to showcase its evolving curatorial vision.
This update coincides with the new exhibition (both online and offline), showcasing works from conceptual artist Sarah Meyohas, vector artist Grant Yun, and others, with Fellowship stating that the website brings together diverse media and voices of artists exploring the meaning of creation in the age of AI.
PayPal supports the expansion of cryptocurrency products through Solana and Chainlink
Payment giant PayPal has expanded its digital currency product range to offer Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) to qualified users in the US and US territories.
According to PayPal's updated FAQ, users can now buy, sell, hold, and transfer these cryptocurrencies directly through the platform without using third-party services like MoonPay.
This marks the first native access of SOL and LINK within PayPal's crypto infrastructure.
The Ethereum role-playing game 'RavenQuest' will launch its QUEST token on Immutable
RavenQuest is a real-time MMORPG based on Ethereum, developed by Tavernlight Games, which has launched its in-game token QUEST on Immutable zkEVM, a gaming-focused Ethereum Layer 2 network.
This release follows the official launch of the PC version of RavenQuest in March, continuing its 'game first, tokens second' operating model. The RavenQuest team plans to expand this MMORPG and launch a mobile version, so more token applications are expected soon.
Ripple will acquire Hidden Road for $1.25 billion
US blockchain infrastructure provider Ripple has announced it has reached a final agreement to acquire London-based brokerage Hidden Road for $1.25 billion.
Hidden Road provides institutional services including clearing, financing, and prime brokerage for foreign exchange, digital currencies, derivatives, and fixed income.
This acquisition is reported to expand Ripple's role beyond cross-border payments to areas like custody, trading, and institutional financing.
The transaction is awaiting regulatory approval and is expected to be completed in the coming months.
SheFi completes its 13th batch of courses and incorporates ENS wallet naming into the curriculum
The Web3 education platform SheFi has completed its 13th batch of training, reportedly receiving over 3,000 applications.
As part of the new course update, members are now learning how to register wallet names using Ethereum Name Service (ENS) and can apply for a personalized SheFi username as their main address, reflecting SheFi's increasing emphasis on helping users establish on-chain identities.
Registration for SheFi's 14th season is now open, visit their website for more information and to sign up.
The Wire Network has hired WallStreetBets founder and Bill Murray to lead its crypto project
Wire Network is an L1 blockchain protocol focused on interoperability and decentralized AI infrastructure, appointing Jaime Rogozinski, founder of the popular Reddit community WallStreetBets, as its new Chief Strategy Officer.
Joining him is Gavin Gillas, former CEO of Project Venkman, a web3 startup known for launching the Bill Murray NFT series, who will now serve as the head of strategic partnerships.
According to a press release shared with OpenSea, this hiring aims to strengthen the universal trading layer launched by Wire, which is designed to eliminate gas fees and support cross-chain transactions, such as its recent infrastructure support on ApeChain.
The company is currently preparing for the upcoming mainnet launch.
Note: Token mentions are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice.
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