{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1","title":"Stephen Ajulu","home_page_url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/","feed_url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/tags/tokens/feed.json","description":"Hello, I'm Stephen Ajulu, a seasoned multidisciplinary tech professional with over a decade of experience. I build impactful solutions using design, tech, and engineering in the pursuit of impact.","icon":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/me.jpg","authors":[{"name":"Stephen Ajulu","url":"https://stephenajulu.com","avatar":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/me.jpg"}],"items":[{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/the-future-of-daily-tech-how-nfts-will-impact-your-future/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/the-future-of-daily-tech-how-nfts-will-impact-your-future/","title":"The Future of Daily Tech: How NFTs will Impact Your Future","summary":"The world of tech is constantly evolving, and one of the most exciting developments in recent years is the rise of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs).\nNFTs are a type of digital asset that use blockchain technology to verify ownership and uniqueness, and they are quickly becoming a hot topic in the tech world. In this article, we will explore the future of daily tech and how NFT technology will be a part of our daily lives.\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe world of tech is constantly evolving, and one of the most exciting developments in recent years is the rise of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs are a type of digital asset that use blockchain technology to verify ownership and uniqueness, and they are quickly becoming a hot topic in the tech world. In this article, we will explore the future of daily tech and how NFT technology will be a part of our daily lives.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"introduction\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs we move further into the digital age, more and more of our daily lives are taking place online. From shopping to socializing to working, the internet has become an integral part of our daily routine. With the rise of NFTs, we are now seeing a new era of digital ownership and value, and this is set to have a profound impact on how we interact with technology in the future.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"what-are-nfts\"\u003eWhat are NFTs?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore we dive into how NFTs will be used in daily tech, let\u0026rsquo;s take a moment to define what they are. Non-Fungible Tokens are a type of digital asset that is unique and cannot be replicated. They are created using blockchain technology, which verifies ownership and ensures that they are one-of-a-kind. NFTs can take many forms, including artwork, music, videos, and more. They can be bought, sold, and traded just like physical assets, and their value is determined by supply and demand.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-will-nfts-be-used-in-daily-life\"\u003eHow will NFTs be used in daily life?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe potential uses for NFTs in daily tech are vast and varied. Here are just a few examples of how NFT technology could be integrated into our daily lives:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Ownership\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most significant ways that NFTs will be used in daily tech is through digital ownership. With NFTs, individuals can prove ownership of digital assets, such as artwork, music, and videos. This will enable creators to sell their work directly to consumers, cutting out middlemen like record labels and art dealers. Consumers will have the assurance that they are purchasing a one-of-a-kind item, and creators will have a new revenue stream.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaming\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaming is one area where NFTs are already being used extensively. NFTs can be used to represent in-game items, such as weapons, armor, and skins. This means that players can buy, sell, and trade items with each other, just like physical assets. In addition, NFTs can be used to represent unique in-game achievements, such as completing a difficult quest or reaching a high level. This will give players a new way to show off their accomplishments and could lead to a more competitive gaming landscape.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Estate\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother area where NFTs could have a significant impact is real estate. With NFTs, individuals can prove ownership of digital assets, such as virtual real estate. This could lead to a new era of virtual property ownership, where individuals can buy and sell virtual real estate just like physical real estate. This could be especially appealing in the world of virtual reality, where individuals can create and own their own digital spaces.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity Verification\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs could also be used for identity verification. With NFTs, individuals can prove ownership of their digital identity, such as social media accounts, email addresses, and more. This could help prevent identity theft and give individuals more control over their online presence.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent/File Verification\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerification is becoming increasingly important in the digital age, especially as we face challenges such as deep fakes and AI-generated content. These technologies make it easier than ever to create content that is indistinguishable from the real thing, which poses a significant threat to our ability to trust the information we consume online. One potential solution to this problem is the use of NFTs. Because NFTs are created using blockchain technology, they are virtually impossible to counterfeit. This means that NFTs could be used to verify the authenticity of digital content, such as photos, videos, and audio recordings.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntellectual Property Protection\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs can also be used to protect intellectual property, such as copyrighted works or patented inventions. By using NFTs to establish ownership and authenticity, creators can protect their intellectual property and prevent unauthorized use.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupply Chain Management\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs could also be used for supply chain management, which would help ensure the authenticity and traceability of goods. By using NFTs to track the movement of goods from production to consumption, companies could more easily prevent counterfeiting and ensure that goods are ethically sourced.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTicketing and Event Management\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs could be used to create verifiable digital tickets for events, such as concerts or sports games. By using NFTs to represent tickets, event organizers could more easily prevent fraud and ensure that attendees have a seamless experience.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducation\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs could also be used in education, by providing a way to track the authenticity and ownership of digital credentials, such as diplomas or certificates. This would help prevent fraud and make it easier for people to verify their educational achievements.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal Finance\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs could have applications in personal finance, by providing a way to track the ownership and authenticity of assets such as stocks, bonds, or cryptocurrencies. This would help prevent fraud and make it easier for individuals to manage their investments.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthcare\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs could also be used in healthcare, by providing a way to track the ownership and authenticity of medical records and prescriptions. This would help ensure that patients receive the correct treatments and prevent fraud.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Media\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, NFTs could have applications in social media, by providing a way to verify the authenticity and ownership of digital content shared on social platforms. This would help prevent the spread of fake news and misinformation, and make it easier for creators to monetize their content.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"conclusion\"\u003eConclusion\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rise of NFT technology is set to have a profound impact on daily tech. From digital ownership to gaming to real estate and identity verification, NFTs are poised to become a ubiquitous part of our digital lives.\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2023-03-03T08:16:00+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/photo-1643101681441-0c38d714fa14.png","tags":["NFTs","NFT","non fungible token","non fungible tokens","blockchain","digital ownership","authenticity","gaming","real estate","healthcare","education","finance","social media","tech","technology","digitalcredentials","aiverification","technology","tokens","cryptography","crypto"]},{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/an-introduction-in-blockchain-cryptocurrencies-tokens-smart-contracts-nfts-web3-defi-gamefi-and-dein-crash-course/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/an-introduction-in-blockchain-cryptocurrencies-tokens-smart-contracts-nfts-web3-defi-gamefi-and-dein-crash-course/","title":"An Introduction in Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Tokens, Smart Contracts","summary":"Hello there, today I\u0026rsquo;ll be covering definitions:\nWhat is blockchain? A blockchain is a growing list of records, called blocks, that are linked together using cryptography. Each block contains a cryptographic hash of the previous block, a timestamp, and transaction data (generally represented as a Merkle tree). The timestamp proves that the transaction data existed when the block was published in order to get into its hash. As blocks each contain information about the block previous to it, they form a chain, with each additional block reinforcing the ones before it. Therefore, blockchains are resistant to modification of their data because once recorded, the data in any given block cannot be altered retroactively without altering all subsequent blocks.\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eHello there, today I\u0026rsquo;ll be covering definitions:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-blockchain\"\u003eWhat is blockchain?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eblockchain\u003c/strong\u003e is a growing list of records, called \u003cem\u003eblocks\u003c/em\u003e, that are linked together using \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptography\" title=\"Cryptography\"\u003ecryptography\u003c/a\u003e. Each block contains a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptographic_hash_function\" title=\"Cryptographic hash function\"\u003ecryptographic hash\u003c/a\u003e of the previous block, a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trusted_timestamping\" title=\"Trusted timestamping\"\u003etimestamp\u003c/a\u003e, and transaction data (generally represented as a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merkle_tree\" title=\"Merkle tree\"\u003eMerkle tree\u003c/a\u003e). The timestamp proves that the transaction data existed when the block was published in order to get into its hash. As blocks each contain information about the block previous to it, they form a chain, with each additional block reinforcing the ones before it. Therefore, blockchains are resistant to modification of their data because once recorded, the data in any given block cannot be altered retroactively without altering all subsequent blocks.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/what-is-blockchain-how-does-it-work-blockchain-explained/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-a-cryptocurrency\"\u003eWhat is a cryptocurrency?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ecryptocurrency\u003c/strong\u003e is any form of currency that exists digitally or virtually and uses cryptography to secure transactions. Cryptocurrencies don’t have a central issuing or regulating authority, instead, they use a decentralized system to record transactions and issue new units.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/how-to-buy-your-first-cryptocurrency/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere is how you can buy your first cryptocurrency\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-are-crypto-tokens\"\u003eWhat Are Crypto Tokens?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term token refers to a special virtual currency token or how cryptocurrencies are denominated. These tokens represent fungible and tradable assets or utilities that reside on their own \u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/what-is-blockchain-how-does-it-work-blockchain-explained/\"\u003eblockchains\u003c/a\u003e. Crypto tokens are often used to fundraise for crowd sales, but they can also serve as a substitute for other things. These tokens are usually created, distributed, sold, and circulated through the standard \u003ca href=\"https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/initial-coin-offering-ico.asp\"\u003einitial coin offering (ICO)\u003c/a\u003e process, which involves a crowdfunding exercise to fund project development.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-a-smart-contract\"\u003eWhat is a smart contract?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003esmart contract\u003c/strong\u003e is a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_program\" title=\"Computer program\"\u003ecomputer program\u003c/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transaction_Protocol_Data_Unit\" title=\"Transaction Protocol Data Unit\"\u003etransaction protocol\u003c/a\u003e that is intended to automatically execute, control, or document legally relevant events and actions according to the terms of a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contract\" title=\"Contract\"\u003econtract\u003c/a\u003e or an agreement. The objectives of smart contracts are the reduction of the need for trusted intermediates, arbitrations, and enforcement costs, fraud losses, as well as the reduction of malicious and accidental exceptions.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/what-are-smart-contracts-smart-contracts-explained/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-an-nft\"\u003eWhat is an NFT?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003enon-fungible token\u003c/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eNFT\u003c/strong\u003e) is a unique and non-interchangeable unit of data stored on a digital \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ledger\" title=\"Ledger\"\u003eledger\u003c/a\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blockchain\" title=\"Blockchain\"\u003eblockchain\u003c/a\u003e). NFTs can be associated with reproducible digital files such as photos, videos, and audio. NFTs use a digital ledger to provide a public \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Certificate_of_authenticity\" title=\"Certificate of authenticity\"\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_(property)\" title=\"Title (property)\"\u003eproof of ownership\u003c/a\u003e, but it does not restrict the sharing or copying of the underlying digital file. The lack of interchangeability (\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fungibility\" title=\"Fungibility\"\u003efungibility\u003c/a\u003e) distinguishes NFTs from blockchain \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptocurrencies\" title=\"Cryptocurrencies\"\u003ecryptocurrencies\u003c/a\u003e, such as \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bitcoin\" title=\"Bitcoin\"\u003eBitcoin\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/what-are-nfts-non-fungible-tokens-explained/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-web-3\"\u003eWhat is Web 3?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeb3,\u003c/strong\u003e also known as \u003cstrong\u003eWeb 3.0\u003c/strong\u003e, is an idea for a new iteration of the \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet\" title=\"Internet\"\u003eInternet\u003c/a\u003e that is based on public \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blockchain\" title=\"Blockchain\"\u003eblockchains\u003c/a\u003e. The term was coined in 2014 by \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethereum\" title=\"Ethereum\"\u003eEthereum\u003c/a\u003e co-founder \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gavin_Wood\" title=\"Gavin Wood\"\u003eGavin Wood\u003c/a\u003e, and the idea gained interest in 2020 and 2021 from \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptocurrency\" title=\"Cryptocurrency\"\u003ecryptocurrency\u003c/a\u003e enthusiasts, large technology companies, and venture capitalist firms.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/web-3.0-explained-part-1/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-defi\"\u003eWhat is DeFi?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecentralized finance\u003c/strong\u003e (commonly referred to as \u003cstrong\u003eDeFi\u003c/strong\u003e) is a \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blockchain\" title=\"Blockchain\"\u003eblockchain\u003c/a\u003e-based form of finance that does not rely on central financial \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intermediary\" title=\"Intermediary\"\u003eintermediaries\u003c/a\u003e such as \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brokerage\" title=\"Brokerage\"\u003ebrokerages\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exchange_(organized_market)\" title=\"Exchange (organized market)\"\u003eexchanges\u003c/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bank\" title=\"Bank\"\u003ebanks\u003c/a\u003e to offer traditional \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Financial_instrument\" title=\"Financial instrument\"\u003efinancial instruments\u003c/a\u003e, and instead utilizes \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smart_contract\" title=\"Smart contract\"\u003esmart contracts\u003c/a\u003e on blockchains, the most common being \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethereum\" title=\"Ethereum\"\u003eEthereum\u003c/a\u003e.[\u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed\" title=\"Wikipedia:Citation needed\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ecitation needed\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/a\u003e] DeFi platforms allow people to lend or borrow funds from others, speculate on price movements on a range of assets using derivatives, trade \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptocurrencies\" title=\"Cryptocurrencies\"\u003ecryptocurrencies\u003c/a\u003e, insure against risks, and earn \u003ca href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interest\" title=\"Interest\"\u003einterest\u003c/a\u003e in savings-like accounts. DeFi uses a layered architecture and highly composable building blocks.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/decentralized-finance-defined/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-gamefi\"\u003eWhat is GameFi?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGameFi\u003c/strong\u003e also known as Game Finance, is the gamification of financial systems to create profit from playing play-to-earn crypto games.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/gamers-assemble-play-games-to-earn-free-crypto/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-dein\"\u003eWhat is DeIn?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecentralized Insurance also known as DeIn or DeFi Insurance is where rather than purchasing insurance coverage from one specific individual or company, you can purchase coverage from a decentralized pool of insurance providers. Interestingly, any individual or company can work as an insurance provider by locking up capital in the decentralized capital pool. The individual or company providing capital to the pool can qualify as a \u003ca href=\"https://101blockchains.com/how-liquidity-provider-tokens-work/\"\u003eliquidity provider\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/decentralized-insurance-built-on-the-blockchain-is-a-game-changer/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"conclusion\"\u003eConclusion\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am a follower of the above simply because of how much disruption of traditional methods blockchain can create. In one way or the other blockchain technology is the future of processing. Currently, as of writing this post, there are Decentralized Supply Chain Management, Decentralized Full Proof Voting, Decentralized Real Estate, Decentralized Data Protection, and Decentralized Loyalty + Royalty Programs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more here:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://stephenajulu.com/blog/the-importance-and-benefits-of-blockchain-technology/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Importance and Benefits of Blockchain Technology\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlockchain \u003cstrong\u003eincreases trust, security, transparency, and the traceability of data shared across a business network\u003c/strong\u003e — and delivers cost savings with new efficiencies. Blockchain for business uses a shared and immutable ledger that can only be accessed by members with permission.\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2022-08-21T18:20:00+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/1644357966865.png","tags":["blockchain","cryptocurrency","token","smart contract","non fungible token","web3","decentralized finance","game finance","decentralized insuarance","crypto","nft","defi","gamefi","dein","cryptocurrencies","tokens","tokenomics"]},{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/best-cryptocurrency-wallets-2022/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/best-cryptocurrency-wallets-2022/","title":"Best Cryptocurrency Wallets 2022","summary":"According to this tweet:\nWe should all remove our coins, tokens, and crypto from exchanges and into secure wallets where only the user has the private key and can access the wallet.\nHere are some great wallets for holding your crypto:\nCoinbase Wallet Metamask Exodus Trust Wallet Ledger Nano X(Hardware/Cold) Trezor Model T(Hardware/Cold) Ledger Nano S(Hardware/Cold) Photo by olieman.eth on Unsplash\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eAccording to this tweet:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe should all remove our coins, tokens, and crypto from exchanges and into secure wallets where only the user has the private key and can access the wallet.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some great wallets for holding your crypto:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.coinbase.com/wallet\"\u003eCoinbase Wallet\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://metamask.io/\"\u003eMetamask\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.exodus.com/\"\u003eExodus\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://trustwallet.com/\"\u003eTrust Wallet\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://shop.ledger.com/products/ledger-nano-x\"\u003eLedger Nano X\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Hardware/Cold)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://shop.trezor.io/product/trezor-model-t\"\u003eTrezor Model T\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Hardware/Cold)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://shop.ledger.com/products/ledger-nano-s\"\u003eLedger Nano S\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Hardware/Cold)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https://unsplash.com/@moneyphotos?utm_source=unsplash\u0026amp;utm_medium=referral\u0026amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\"\u003eolieman.eth\u003c/a\u003e on \u003ca href=\"https://unsplash.com/s/photos/cryptocurrency-wallet?utm_source=unsplash\u0026amp;utm_medium=referral\u0026amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\"\u003eUnsplash\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://unstoppabledomains.com/?ref=d066811aa8ea4f2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"/images/unstoppabledomainsad.webp\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2022-05-26T21:05:00+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/olieman-eth-evqnygt1pwg-unsplash.jpg","tags":["finance","technology","cryptocurrencies","wallets","tokens","cryptocurrency","token","wallet","bitcoin","ethereum"]},{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/coins-likely-to-100x-in-the-next-2-years/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/coins-likely-to-100x-in-the-next-2-years/","title":"Coins Likely To 100x In The Next 2 Years","summary":"Do further research by yourself.\n1. Verasity 2. Green Life Energy 3. Veechain 4. Decentraland 5. Ethereum To buy any of these cryptocurrencies I suggest you use Binance.\nBinance is a cryptocurrency exchange that is currently the largest exchange in the world in terms of the daily trading volume of cryptocurrencies.\nRegister by visiting this link: Binance Photo by Ferhat Deniz Fors on Unsplash\nNFT Generator ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eDo further research by yourself.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"1-verasity\"\u003e1. Verasity\u003c/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"2-green-life-energy\"\u003e2. Green Life Energy\u003c/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"3-veechain\"\u003e3. Veechain\u003c/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"4-decentraland\"\u003e4. Decentraland\u003c/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"5-ethereum\"\u003e5. Ethereum\u003c/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo buy any of these cryptocurrencies I suggest you use Binance.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBinance is a cryptocurrency exchange that is currently the largest exchange in the world in terms of the daily trading volume of cryptocurrencies.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"register-by-visiting-this-link-binance\"\u003eRegister by visiting this link: \u003ca href=\"https://accounts.binance.com/en/register?ref=CL2JFAB6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinance\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https://unsplash.com/@ferhat?utm_source=unsplash\u0026amp;utm_medium=referral\u0026amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\"\u003eFerhat Deniz Fors\u003c/a\u003e on \u003ca href=\"https://unsplash.com/s/photos/tokens?utm_source=unsplash\u0026amp;utm_medium=referral\u0026amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\"\u003eUnsplash\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://nftgenerator.io/\"\u003eNFT Generator\u003c/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://unstoppabledomains.pxf.io/qnXOv5\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"/images/unstoppabledomainsad.webp\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2022-05-25T10:00:00+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/ferhat-deniz-fors-yocdd-d4oom-unsplash.jpg","tags":["finance","cryptocurrency","crypto","cryptocurrencies","100x","potentialtokens","tokens","coins","verasity","gmt","green metaverse token","green life energy","pac man frog"]},{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/top-6-cryptocurrency-gaming-tokens-coins-to-watch/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/top-6-cryptocurrency-gaming-tokens-coins-to-watch/","title":"Top 6 Cryptocurrency Gaming Tokens/Coins To Watch","summary":"Here are my top 6 gaming tokens listed with their price as seen during the writing of this article.\nAxie Infinity(AXS): $136 or Ksh 15,320.40 Decentraland(MANA): $4.5 or Ksh 496.79 Enjin Coin(ENJ): $3.40 or Ksh 383.10 Gala(GALA): $0.605 or Ksh 68.11 The Sandbox(SAND): $6.31 or Ksh 710.82 Illuvium(ILV): $1,699.31 or Ksh 191,342.31 To buy these, I recommend you use Binance: The best cryptocurrency exchange where you can make passive income just for holding your crypto in their savings vault: Register for Binance Today and Get 5%\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eHere are my top 6 gaming tokens listed with their price as seen during the writing of this article.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxie Infinity(AXS): $136 or Ksh 15,320.40\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecentraland(MANA): $4.5 or Ksh 496.79\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjin Coin(ENJ): $3.40 or Ksh 383.10\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGala(GALA): $0.605 or Ksh 68.11\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Sandbox(SAND): $6.31 or Ksh 710.82\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluvium(ILV): $1,699.31 or Ksh 191,342.31\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo buy these, I recommend you use Binance: The best cryptocurrency exchange where you can make passive income just for holding your crypto in their savings vault: \u003ca href=\"https://accounts.binance.com/en/register?ref=CL2JFAB6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegister for Binance Today and Get 5%\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo find more gaming tokens, check out: \u003ca href=\"https://coinmarketcap.com/view/gaming/\"\u003eCoinMarketCap\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2021-12-02T11:35:00+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/nft-crypto-gaming-developers.jpg","tags":["finance","technology","gaming","cryptocurrencies","cryptocurrency","tokens","gaming tokens","gaming coins","cryptocurrency gaming tokens","cryptocurrency gaming coins","cryptocurrency tokens","cryptocurrency coins","axie infinity","axs","enj","enjin","gala","sand","sandbox","ilv","illuvium"]},{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/what-are-nfts-non-fungible-tokens-explained/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/what-are-nfts-non-fungible-tokens-explained/","title":"What are NFTs? Non Fungible Tokens Explained","summary":"Hi there! Today i\u0026rsquo;d like to talk about NFTs and all the hype surrounding them right now. To begin, we must first know what they are. So,\nWhat is an NFT? An NFT is a digital asset that represents real-world objects like art, music, in-game items, and videos. They are bought and sold online, frequently with cryptocurrency, and they are generally encoded with the same underlying software as many cryptos.\nAlthough they’ve been around since 2014, NFTs are gaining notoriety now because they are becoming an increasingly popular way to buy and sell digital artwork. A staggering $174 million has been spent on NFTs since November 2017.\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eHi there! Today i\u0026rsquo;d like to talk about NFTs and all the hype surrounding them right now. To begin, we must first know what they are. So,\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"what-is-an-nft\"\u003eWhat is an NFT?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn NFT is a digital asset that represents real-world objects like art, music, in-game items, and videos. They are bought and sold online, frequently with \u003ca href=\"https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/what-is-cryptocurrency/\"\u003ecryptocurrency\u003c/a\u003e, and they are generally encoded with the same underlying software as many cryptos.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they’ve been around since 2014, NFTs are gaining notoriety now because they are becoming an increasingly popular way to buy and sell digital artwork. A staggering \u003ca href=\"https://www.coindesk.com/what-are-nfts\"\u003e$174 million\u003c/a\u003e has been spent on NFTs since November 2017.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs are also generally one of a kind, or at least one of a very limited run, and have unique identifying codes. “Essentially, NFTs create digital scarcity,” says Arry Yu, chair of the Washington Technology Industry Association Cascadia Blockchain Council and managing director of Yellow Umbrella Ventures.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stands in stark contrast to most digital creations, which are almost always infinite in supply. Hypothetically, cutting off the supply should raise the value of a given asset, assuming it’s in demand.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut many NFTs, at least in these early days, have been digital creations that already exist in some form elsewhere, like iconic video clips from NBA games or securitized versions of digital art that’s already floating around on Instagram.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor instance, famous digital artist Mike Winklemann, better known as “Beeple” crafted a composite of 5,000 daily drawings to create perhaps the most famous NFT of the moment, “EVERYDAYS: The First 5000 Days,” which sold at Christie’s for a \u003ca href=\"https://decrypt.co/60971/beeples-nft-artwork-sells-for-60-3-million-in-christies-auction\"\u003erecord-breaking $69.3 million\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone can view the individual images—or even the entire collage of images online for free. So why are people willing to spend millions on something they could easily screenshot or download?\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause an NFT allows the buyer to own the original item. Not only that, it contains built-in authentication, which serves as proof of ownership. Collectors value those “digital bragging rights” almost more than the item itself.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-is-an-nft-different-from-cryptocurrency\"\u003eHow Is an NFT Different from Cryptocurrency?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFT stands for non-fungible token. It’s generally built using the same kind of programming as cryptocurrency, like Bitcoin or Ethereum, but that’s where the similarity ends.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysical money and cryptocurrencies are “fungible,” meaning they can be traded or exchanged for one another. They’re also equal in value—one dollar is always worth another dollar; one Bitcoin is always equal to another Bitcoin. Crypto’s fungibility makes it a trusted means of conducting transactions on the blockchain.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs are different. Each has a digital signature that makes it impossible for NFTs to be exchanged for or equal to one another (hence, non-fungible). One NBA Top Shot clip, for example, is not equal to EVERYDAYS simply because they’re both NFTs. (One NBA Top Shot clip isn’t even necessarily equal to another NBA Top Shot clip, for that matter.)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow Does an NFT Work?\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs exist on a blockchain, which is a distributed public ledger that records transactions. You’re probably most familiar with blockchain as the underlying process that makes cryptocurrencies possible.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifically, NFTs are typically held on the Ethereum blockchain, although other blockchains support them as well.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn NFT is created, or “minted” from digital objects that represent both tangible and intangible items, including:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e Art\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e GIFs\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e Videos and sports highlights\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e Collectibles\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e Virtual avatars and video game skins\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e Designer sneakers\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e Music\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven tweets count. Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey sold his first-ever tweet as an NFT for \u003ca href=\"https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/22/jack-dorsey-sells-his-first-tweet-ever-as-an-nft-for-over-2point9-million.html\"\u003emore than $2.9 million\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssentially, NFTs are like physical collector’s items, only digital. So instead of getting an actual oil painting to hang on the wall, the buyer gets a digital file instead.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also get exclusive ownership rights. That’s right: NFTs can have only one owner at a time. NFTs’ unique data makes it easy to verify their ownership and transfer tokens between owners. The owner or creator can also store specific information inside them. For instance, artists can sign their artwork by including their signature in an NFT’s metadata.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"what-are-nfts-used-for\"\u003eWhat Are NFTs Used For?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlockchain technology and NFTs afford artists and content creators a unique opportunity to monetize their wares. For example, artists no longer have to rely on galleries or auction houses to sell their art. Instead, the artist can sell it directly to the consumer as an NFT, which also lets them keep more of the profits. In addition, artists can program in royalties so they’ll receive a percentage of sales whenever their art is sold to a new owner. This is an attractive feature as artists generally do not receive future proceeds after their art is first sold.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArt isn’t the only way to make money with NFTs. Brands like Charmin and Taco Bell have auctioned off themed NFT art to raise funds for charity. Charmin dubbed its offering “NFTP” (non-fungible toilet paper), and Taco Bell’s NFT art sold out in minutes, with the highest bids coming in at 1.5 wrapped ether (WETH)—equal to $3,723.83 at time of writing.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNyan Cat, a 2011-era GIF of a cat with a pop-tart body, sold for nearly \u003ca href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/22/business/nft-nba-top-shot-crypto.html\"\u003e$600,000 in February\u003c/a\u003e. And NBA Top Shot generated more than \u003ca href=\"https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/2021/03/30/nba-top-shot-dapper-labs-valuation-funding-round/7058307002/\"\u003e$500 million in sales\u003c/a\u003e as of late March. A single LeBron James highlight NFT fetched more than $200,000.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven celebrities like Snoop Dogg and Lindsay Lohan are jumping on the NFT bandwagon, releasing unique memories, artwork and moments as securitized NFTs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-buy-nfts\"\u003eHow to Buy NFTs\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re keen to start your own NFT collection, you’ll need to acquire some key items:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, you’ll need to get a digital wallet that allows you to store NFTs and cryptocurrencies. You’ll likely need to purchase some cryptocurrency, like Ether, depending on what currencies your NFT provider accepts. You can buy crypto using a credit card on platforms like Coinbase, Kraken, eToro and even PayPal and Robinhood now. You’ll then be able to move it from the exchange to your wallet of choice.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll want to keep fees in mind as you research options. Most exchanges charge at least a percentage of your transaction when you buy crypto.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePopular NFT Marketplaces\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you’ve got your wallet set up and funded, there’s no shortage of NFT sites to shop. Currently, the largest NFT marketplaces are:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://opensea.io/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpenSea.io\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e: This peer-to-peer platform bills itself a purveyor of “rare digital items and collectibles.” To get started, all you need to do is create an account to browse NFT collections. You can also sort pieces by sales volume to discover new artists.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://rarible.com/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarible\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e: Similar to OpenSea, Rarible is a democratic, open marketplace that allows artists and creators to issue and sell NFTs. RARI tokens issued on the platform enable holders to weigh in on features like fees and community rules.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e•\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://foundation.app/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e: Here, artists must receive “upvotes” or an invitation from fellow creators to post their art. The community’s exclusivity and cost of entry—artists must also purchase “gas” to mint NFTs—means it may boast higher-caliber artwork. For instance, Nyan Cat creator Chris Torres sold the NFT on the Foundation platform. It may also mean higher prices — not necessarily a bad thing for artists and collectors seeking to capitalize, assuming the demand for NFTs remains at current levels, or even increases over time.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough these platforms and others are host to thousands of NFT creators and collectors, be sure you do your research carefully before buying. Some artists have fallen victim to impersonators who have listed and sold their work without their permission.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, the verification processes for creators and NFT listings aren’t consistent across platforms — some are more stringent than others. OpenSea and Rarible, for example, do not require owner verification for NFT listings. Buyer protections appear to be sparse at best, so when shopping for NFTs, it may be best to keep the old adage “caveat emptor” (let the buyer beware) in mind.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/nft-non-fungible-token/\"\u003eForbes\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://unstoppabledomains.com/?ref=d066811aa8ea4f2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"/images/unstoppabledomainsad.webp\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2021-11-30T18:36:00+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/nft-art-what-is-it.jpg","tags":["art","nft","nfts","non fungible tokens","non fungible token","tokens","digital art","cryptocurrencies","crypto","cryptocurrency","tech","technology","finance","blockchain","opensea","mint","minting"]},{"id":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/6-metaverse-tokens-you-could-invest-in/","url":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/posts/6-metaverse-tokens-you-could-invest-in/","title":"6 Metaverse Tokens You Could Invest In","summary":"Ready, Player One? The metaverse is coming.\nThe “metaverse” might be a new term for many, but it has actually been around for decades. The metaverse is the zenith of all science fiction fantasies that were played out in films such as ‘Ready Player One’, \u0026lsquo;Sword Art Online\u0026rsquo; and ‘Tron.’\nIt’s therefore not a surprise that companies such as Facebook are investing heavily in the metaverse. But, what exactly is the metaverse, and what tokens should you know about if you are looking into investing in it?\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eReady, Player One? The metaverse is coming.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “metaverse” might be a new term for many, but it has actually been around for decades. The metaverse is the zenith of all science fiction fantasies that were played out in films such as ‘Ready Player One’, \u0026lsquo;Sword Art Online\u0026rsquo; and ‘Tron.’\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s therefore not a surprise that companies such as Facebook are investing heavily in the metaverse. But, what exactly is the metaverse, and what tokens should you know about if you are looking into investing in it?\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead on to learn more about the metaverse and what investment opportunities exist in the crypto markets that provide you with exposure to the growth of the metaverse.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-the-metaverse\"\u003eWhat is the Metaverse?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore we take a look at the metaverse investment options you can consider, let’s first take a look at what the metaverse is.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe metaverse is a convergence of both our physical and digital lives — a new phase of the Internet that will see the coming together of augmented reality (AR), extended reality (XR), and virtual reality (VR) with our physical world.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world as we know it today will change greatly with the arrival of the metaverse. The metaverse will provide an alternative digital universe where human beings will not only be able to live and work in, but also play.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, why should you care about the metaverse?\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an investor, why should you invest in it? According to Bloomberg, the metaverse’s market size is expected to grow to $800 billion dollars( 89 Trillion Kenyan Shillings) by the year 2024. This signifies how lucrative the metaverse could become in the coming years.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut, what metaverse investments can you make? How can you get started investing in the metaverse? What tokens should you consider investing in?\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"decentraland-mana\"\u003eDecentraland (MANA)\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA metaverse token you should know about is \u003cstrong\u003eMANA\u003c/strong\u003e, Decentraland’s token.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecentraland is a blockchain-based virtual reality platform where users get to buy, sell, and develop land, all while playing games, creating content, and interacting with each other.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecentraland is the biggest virtual universe in the NFT space and is represented as a non-fungible ERC-71 token known as \u003cstrong\u003eLAND\u003c/strong\u003e. Each parcel of LAND on Decentraland is unique and owners can choose what they get to do with their portion of land.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsers can purchase LAND on the platform using MANA. Besides being used to purchase LAND, MANA is the main token used in Decentraland. As a native utility token, it’s used to pay for goods and services. It’s also built on Ethereum and can be bought and sold for other cryptocurrencies or for fiat currency.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMANA’s total supply is fixed at 2.6 billion MANA. That means that there will never be more than 2.6 billion MANA at any given time.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"axie-infinity-axs\"\u003eAxie Infinity (AXS)\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxie Infinity is an NFT-based online video game that uses the Ethereum-based digital tokens \u003cstrong\u003eAXS\u003c/strong\u003e and SLP. In the play-to-earn game, players breed, raise, and battle their digital pets known as Axies. The Axie Infinity game uses the governance token AXS.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToken holders are able to vote and shape the direction of the game world. This is different from traditional games, where the game developers make all the decisions. AXS owners are not only able to stake their tokens and earn more, but they are also able to vote for different governance proposals.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Axie universe also uses the Smooth Love Potion (SLP) token. The SLP token is primarily used for breeding purposes. Players can earn the SLP token by winning adventures and battles in the game. The main difference between the SLP and AXS token is that it’s not a governance token. Hence, it’s not used to vote. The AXS token has a total supply of 270 million.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"enjin-coin-enj\"\u003eEnjin Coin (ENJ)\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjin Coin is another metaverse token that you could look into. It’s an Ethereum-based token that seeks to make it easy for individuals, brands, and businesses to use NFTs. However, NFTs that are built with Enjin use the ERC-1155 standard, which is different from the commonly used ERC-721 standard.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFTs minted within the Enjin environment are directly backed by \u003cstrong\u003eENJ\u003c/strong\u003e. ENJ is the native currency used on the platform. Whenever a new NFT is produced on the network, a certain amount of ENJ is minted into the token. These locked funds are what give the newly built tokens real-world value.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, Enjin recently raised close to $19 million that will be used to build Polkadot-based blockchain for NFTs. ENJ token has a maximum supply of 1 billion tokens.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"the-sandbox-sand\"\u003eThe Sandbox (SAND)\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a maximum supply of 3 billion, \u003cstrong\u003eSAND\u003c/strong\u003e is another token that should be on your metaverse radar. The Sandbox is a virtual world that, like most platforms on this guide, is built on the Ethereum blockchain.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the platform, players are able to build, monetize, and own their gaming experience. The platform uses the SAND token, which is an ERC-20 utility token that is used for governance, staking, and transfers.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"star-atlas-atlas\"\u003eStar Atlas (ATLAS)\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Atlas is a huge online multiplayer game that occurs in a virtual gaming metaverse. The game is built on Unreal Engine 5 and features real-time, cinema-quality environments.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the game, there are three major factions that exist and are competing for control and resources. The game is also partly a flight simulation and also allows for role-playing.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Star Atlas game is currently being built on the Solana blockchain and players will use the \u003cstrong\u003eATLAS\u003c/strong\u003e tokens. ATLAS tokens will be the in-game currency that will be used to purchase assets as well as buy NFTs in the NFT marketplace. The ATLAS token has a maximum supply of 36 billion.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"metaverse-index-mvi\"\u003eMetaverse Index (MVI)\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMetaverse Index (MVI) token\u003c/strong\u003e is another interesting example of a metaverse token. Represented by an ERC20 token, the token is built to capture the trend of business, entertainment, and sport migrating to virtual worlds.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the MVI token, owners are able to get exposure to a wide variety of tokens from various crypto projects that encompass sectors like online gaming, NFTs, and virtual worlds.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of the Metaverse Index token as a metaverse ETF but for the crypto markets. The Metaverse Index token has a maximum supply of 39,602 tokens.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https://trustwallet.com/blog/7-metaverse-tokens-you-should-know-about\"\u003e7 Metaverse Tokens By Trust Wallet Blog\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo buy any of these cryptocurrencies I suggest you use Binance.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBinance is a cryptocurrency exchange that is currently the largest exchange in the world in terms of the daily trading volume of cryptocurrencies.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003c/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"register-by-visiting-this-link-binance\"\u003eRegister by visiting this link: \u003ca href=\"https://accounts.binance.com/en/register?ref=CL2JFAB6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinance\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://unstoppabledomains.pxf.io/qnXOv5\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"/images/unstoppabledomainsad.webp\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n","date_published":"2021-11-07T15:47:34+03:00","image":"https://ajulu.netlify.app/images/metaverse-1200x900.jpg","tags":["metaverse","tokens","crypto","vr","cryptocurrencies","digital land","virtual reality","augmented reality","extended reality","ar","xr","ready player one","sword art online","tron","ethereum","decentraland","mana","axie infinity","axs","axies","enjin","enj","sandbox","the sandbox","sand","star atlas","atlas","metaverse index","mvi","ERC20","nft","etf"]}]}