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Google Play Is Doing NFTs Right, Learning From Reddit

Get ready for a tech tornado as Google teams up with Reddit, shaking things up with their Play Store policies surrounding NFTs.

This radical shift allows apps and games to embrace NFTs, bringing a whole new level of excitement to the platform.

Developers will need to be transparent about their use of blockchain elements in games with tokenized assets to ensure responsible usage.

Reddit, known for its successful Avatar NFTs, joined forces with Google to level the playing field and foster user trust.

Google's previous ban on crypto mining apps is ancient history, as they now welcome decentralized apps like ArDrive Mobile and feature games like Axie Infinity: Origins in select markets.

Brace yourself for gradual changes coming this summer, as Google explores the potential of blockchain technology. Stay tuned!

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Legendary Hip-Hop Collectibles: Own A Part Of Hip-Hop History!

Renowned photographer Barron Claiborne, known for his iconic image of The Notorious B.I.G., is offering fans and collectors a chance of a lifetime. Up for auction is an original photo from his legendary contact sheet, titled THERE CAN ONLY BE ONE.

This one-of-a-kind piece captures the essence of Biggie, commemorating Hip-Hop's 50th anniversary. Preserved for 26 years, it is the sole existing cutout from the contact sheet.

The artwork, featuring a labeling error by Corbis that adds intrigue, measures 6x7 centimeters and includes film information along its borders.

The winning bidder will receive the physical photo and its digital counterpart on the blockchain, ensuring provenance.

Additionally, a personal video call with Barron Claiborne is included. Bidding starts at 50 Ethereum ($95,000 equivalent), with payments in US Dollars or Ethereum. Don't miss this historic auction!

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🚀Making Degen Moves in 2023

This year, we have seen the rise of Bitcoin NFTs, xNFTs, AI NFTs and more. The landscape is changing, and it can be difficult to keep up with the growing NFT space. Fear not - we have got you covered! Check out our guide to top NFT picks for 2023, from PFPs, to Art NFTs, Gaming and beyond.

Head to the end of this email and refer a friend to receive your free guide to NFTs in 2023. Let’s build that generational wealth!

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Zhenia is a beginner NFT artist and digital illustrator based in Estonia who draws as a method of therapy.

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