Google Allows NFTs in Play Store, Starbucks Teams Up with Micah Johnson’s Aku Character
Google has made a significant change in its policy towards NFTs by allowing apps in the Google Play store to include the ability to buy, sell, or earn tokenized assets. Meanwhile, Starbucks’ Web3 loyalty program, Starbucks Odyssey, announced that its next digital collectible would be “designed by Aku,” a character created by Micah Johnson.
Key Points:
– Google now allows Play Store apps to have in-game tokenized assets, including NFTs.
– Developers must comply with Google’s policies on gambling and contests.
– Starbucks Odyssey’s next digital collectible will be “designed by Aku,” a character created by Micah Johnson.
– The Aku collection aims to empower young kids to dream big.
– Starbucks will donate $100,000 to Blessings in a Backpack, a non-profit addressing food insecurity among children.
Snoop Dogg and a16z Back $20M Funding Round for Sound
Snoop Dogg and venture capital firm a16z have backed a $20 million funding round for Sound, a decentralized music venture. Sound allows artists to mint their songs as NFTs on-chain and has helped creators generate $5.5 million so far.
Hip-Hop Celebrations and “Phygital” Sneaker Drop
Puma, Roc Nation, and Legitimate are collaborating to release a “Mixtape” of “Phygital” sneakers to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. These sneakers will unlock exclusive digital music content.
Chromie Squiggle NFTs on OpenSea
Chromie Squiggle NFTs were the genesis collection for generative art NFT platform Art Blocks. The NFTs, which resemble rainbow doodles, were initially priced at just 0.035 ETH. They now have a floor price of over 10 ETH. The creator, Erick Calderon, recently minted 81 additional NFTs, but none of them are for sale. They have been allocated to those who have supported Calderon and Art Blocks.
Other News
– 7-Eleven has offered free Slurpee NFTs to celebrate its annual event.
– Seedphrase, known as the “No. 1 CryptoPunk,” has signed with talent agency WME to expand its brand.
– NFT project Particle is loaning out its Banksy painting, “Love is in the Air,” to museums worldwide.
Hot Take
Google’s decision to allow NFTs in the Play Store shows a growing acceptance and integration of blockchain technology in mainstream platforms. Starbucks’ collaboration with Micah Johnson’s Aku character highlights the growing influence of NFTs and their potential for social impact. The backing of a $20 million funding round for Sound reinforces the belief that decentralized platforms can provide sustainable opportunities for creators. The hip-hop celebrations and Chromie Squiggle NFTs demonstrate the continued popularity and value of digital collectibles in various forms. Overall, the NFT space continues to evolve and attract attention from both mainstream brands and artists alike.
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