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As the world of cryptocurrencies continues to evolve, the influence of NFTs is surpassing the realm of digital art, venturing into the domain of salary systems. I can't help but wonder what impact this will have on the fintech landscape.
This article will delve into this fascinating concept, the potential advantages of blockchain technology, and the impact it may have on the existing work models we know.
The Future of Salary: How Cryptocurrencies and Stablecoins Are Changing Compensation
Cryptocurrencies and stablecoins seem to be reshaping the compensation landscape. As companies begin to accept these digital currencies, traditional payment methods are gradually being marginalized, and their advantages are evident: faster transaction speeds and lower fees.

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Even with significant market declines, businessman and investor Adam Weitsman remains a primary buyer of NFTs.
He recently purchased 229 Meebits, and just before that, he had bought 5,000 NFT assets from the Otherside metaverse game.
He also acquired the intellectual property rights for the CryptoDickbutts and HV-MTL NFT projects this year, driving the redevelopment of both projects.

Since the bull market of 2021-22, the NFT market has significantly declined, but at least one billionaire collector is still heavily investing in the field.
In this year's largest private NFT transaction, businessman and collector Adam Weitsman acquired 229 Meebits NFTs in a single off-market transaction, marking the largest known single transaction for this collection—Meebits was launched by CryptoPunks creator Larva Labs in 2021.

In the heart of southern Mexico, the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve is one of the most important ecosystems in Latin America and a home to the Maya cultural heritage that has been passed down for centuries.
Liam Scully is one of the youngest Web3 pioneers in the region, leveraging blockchain and art to protect this land. Through the 'Maya Spirits' project - an initiative focused on conservation, empowerment, and education - Scully and Dr. Lorenzo Martínez are redefining how technology and creativity can support environmental and cultural preservation.
In this conversation, Liam shared the birth process of Maya Spirits, the importance of transparency and trust in social impact projects, and how art can connect different cultures and inspire lasting change.

For MLow, art is far more than just a creative pursuit; it began with healing during her childhood cancer treatment and gradually evolved into a lifelong transformation and resilient practice.
In his latest collection, Transdimensional Trippers, MLow continues this spirit, blending artificial intelligence with human skill to explore the beauty hidden within suffering.
From his pursuit of spirituality and self to giving back to the communities that supported him, his work reflects a life journey that is both profound and widely resonant.
Note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

Welcome to the OpenSea newsletter, let's take a look back at the most important NFT and web3 news of the week.
Ripcache held a brand new solo exhibition themed around artificial intelligence at Heft Gallery
Heft Gallery, located on Bloom Street in New York, is a small contemporary art space known for showcasing the works of emerging digital and conceptual artists. On November 19, the gallery hosted a new exhibition by the artist named ripcache.
The play focuses on the feeling of being monitored by modern technology, especially artificial intelligence systems that collect and analyze the vast amounts of data generated by the devices people use every day.

Jediwolf is a renowned art collector whose passion for art spans the traditional and digital worlds. He has a lifelong love for classical painting and music, bringing the same curiosity and meticulous attitude to blockchain art.
He planned collections under the identities of UnderTheGAN and overeXposed, exploring the origins of artificial intelligence art and the early development of crypto art, documenting the evolution of these art movements and their significant meanings.
In this conversation, Jediwolf shared why he is attracted to certain works, how his collection was formed, and the stories behind some of his most meaningful pieces. From discovering early artificial intelligence pioneers to pursuing XCOPY's (last selfie), he delved into the significance of a collection filled with passion and purpose.

Consensus Hong Kong will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from February 10 to 12, 2026, expanding its scale. Previously, the event was fully booked during its inaugural session, attracting nearly 10,000 participants from over 100 countries and generating approximately HKD 275 million in revenue for the local economy.
The 2026 event will occupy the largest floor of the convention center, with senior executives from companies such as Chinese asset management firms, Binance, Solana Foundation, OKX, Brevan Howard Digital, Electric Capital, Robinhood, Polymarket, Wintermute, Aptos, Animoca Brands, Mysten Labs, and the Hong Kong InvestHK attending.