The e-commerce market in Southeast Asia has experienced significant growth since the mid-2010s, which has accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. From 2016 to 2022, the total value of e-commerce sales in the region grew fivefold annually, with e-commerce’s share of all retail sales increasing from 5 percent to 20 percent. This growth is not limited […]
Prepaid gift cards have a rich history in the gaming industry, dating back to the early days of online gaming. Nexon, a South Korean video game company, introduced the first game card in 2002 for the game MapleStory. The introduction of game cards was a significant development in the video game industry, as it allowed […]
The global luxury apparel market has experienced significant growth in recent years, reaching a value of $71,040.0 million in 2020. This trend is projected to continue, with the market estimated to reach $278,181.5 million by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1% from 2022 to 2031. As we stand at the brink […]
Japan’s esports market was slower to develop compared to other Asia-Pacific markets. Although it was very quick to catch up. 2018 saw a surge in growth, earning the title “the year of esports” in Japan. Within 1 year, the esports industry grew by over thirteen times, from US$2.6 million in 2017 to US$35 million in […]
In this article, we will explore the advantages of blockchain-based crowdfunding platforms and how Tilted App, a live streaming social commerce app build on blockchain, offers a unique approach to crowdfunding by seamlessly combining community building, engagement, and crowdfunding through live streaming. Traditional vs Blockchain Crowd Funding Crowdfunding is a popular way for entrepreneurs and […]
Games for a Living (GFAL) is a web3 gaming startup that was founded in 2021 by a team of experienced industry professionals. With the release of their platform utility token, $GFAL, in March 2023, and the launch of the web3-enabled version of their first game, Elemental Raiders, on the GFAL Network, they plan to revolutionize […]
Square Enix, the Tokyo-based video game giant behind popular franchises such as Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts, is getting ready for the launch of its new web3 project, Symbiogenesis. The company has partnered with Polygon, a blockchain network, to create a gamified art collecting experience that will be launched in the spring of 2023. Symbiogenesis […]
The idea of transferring assets between different games is exciting, but game developers face a number of technical challenges before this can become a reality. One major hurdle is that every game is unique, making it difficult to create a platform that can work with all of them. Additionally, security and privacy concerns must be […]
As the world of technology continues to evolve, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the future lies in decentralization and tokenization. One industry that’s already embracing this shift is the music streaming space, and Spotify is leading the charge with its latest feature: token-enabled playlists. This development is not only exciting for music fans but also […]
Mystery boxes, also known as loot boxes, are a controversial feature in many online games, mobile apps, and e-commerce websites. Some people criticize them as a form of gambling and others question their transparency and fairness. One solution to these concerns is to bring mystery boxes on-chain and create a global marketplace that uses smart […]
