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What is WAIFU Project? Fixing Web3 UX with Christine Erispe
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What is WAIFU Project? Fixing Web3 UX with Christine Erispe

In the rapidly evolving world of Web3, user experience (UX) often takes a backseat. Christine Erispe's WAIFU Project aims to change that by providing an open-source toolkit for designing intuitive and consistent decentralized applications (dApps). When people talk about blockchain and Web3, the conversation usually revolves around innovation,

3 Min
By: zed leplin
Pizza, PnLs, and Pure Web3 Vibes: Davao’s Bitcoin Pizza Day by Connect Web3 Philippines and OKX Philippines
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Pizza, PnLs, and Pure Web3 Vibes: Davao’s Bitcoin Pizza Day by Connect Web3 Philippines and OKX Philippines

OKX Philippines and Connect Web3 Philippines threw a high-energy community bash where local leaders, KOLs, and builders showed how Web3 fun fuels future tech. The scent of pizza mixed with the buzz of blockchain as Davao City hosted one of the liveliest Bitcoin Pizza Day celebrations in the Philippines this

4 Min
By: zed leplin
What is Pixelmon? A Web3 Revival Story Turned Gaming Universe
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What is Pixelmon? A Web3 Revival Story Turned Gaming Universe

Once dismissed as a failed NFT experiment, Pixelmon is now reshaping Web3 gaming, anime, and collectibles with a billion-dollar vision. Pixelmon is a monster-collecting franchise that blends nostalgia, Web3 technology, and community-driven storytelling. Its mission is to empower fans to not just play but also own, collect, and shape the

2 Min
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Hiraya Network's Mark Hugh Neri Believes Aptos was Always Developer-Friendly Amid CTO-to-CEO Shift

Hiraya Network's Mark Hugh Neri Believes Aptos was Always Developer-Friendly Amid CTO-to-CEO Shift

From financial machine to technical powerhouse? Mark Hugh Neri explains why Aptos' CTO-to-CEO transition doesn't change the blockchain's nature. When leadership changes occur in major blockchain projects, markets often react with uncertainty about future roadmaps and strategic priorities. The recent transition at Aptos Labs, where

6 Min
By: zed leplin
YGG's Gabby Dizon on the True Meaning of the Metaverse
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YGG's Gabby Dizon on the True Meaning of the Metaverse

See why stablecoins, intellectual property, and authentic gaming culture matter in defining the future Metaverse. The Metaverse has become a buzzword, sparking diverse interpretations, theories, and predictions. From virtual worlds to blockchain games, it's a concept often seen as futuristic, yet its core essence remains elusive for many.

3 Min
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IRL Is the Real Alpha: How Arthur Agullana Expands Davao DeFi Community Offline
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IRL Is the Real Alpha: How Arthur Agullana Expands Davao DeFi Community Offline

Web3 started online, but real adoption in Davao is happening face to face. Here’s how one community turned meetups into movement. Web3 communities are born on the internet. Discord servers, Twitter threads, Telegram groups, and Zoom calls have become the standard places for discovery and collaboration. But as observed

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We Want to Find the Next Big Startups: How Mark Hugh Neri's Hiraya Network Aims to Position the Philippines in Aptos' Global Ecosystem
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We Want to Find the Next Big Startups: How Mark Hugh Neri's Hiraya Network Aims to Position the Philippines in Aptos' Global Ecosystem

When Facebook's crypto dreams died, the team regrouped to build Aptos. Now, Mark Hugh Neri is scaling that vision to boost the Philippines' Web3 legacy. The name Hiraya means "fruit of one's dreams" in Filipino. For Mark Hugh Neri, also known as Sleep

6 Min
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The Future of AI in Blockchain Development: Michael Lance on What’s Next
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The Future of AI in Blockchain Development: Michael Lance on What’s Next

Will AI replace blockchain developers, or will it become their greatest tool? Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, and blockchain development is no exception. While some fear AI could replace developers, others see it as an assistive technology that enhances efficiency. According to Michael Lance Domagas, a veteran in the

2 Min
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No Turning Back: Why Supremo Left the 9–5 for the Web3 Grind
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No Turning Back: Why Supremo Left the 9–5 for the Web3 Grind

At the MFW Caravan, YGG’s community leader reveals the unexpected path from being a document associate at a BPO company to blockchain. The crowd buzzed with energy at the Metaversity booth of the YGG Pilipinas MFW Caravan. Students lined up to play games, ask questions, and hear about a

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Why Web3 Needs You: Rod Albores’ Challenge to the Next Generation
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Why Web3 Needs You: Rod Albores’ Challenge to the Next Generation

In a room full of students, Rod Albores posed a challenge that went beyond grades and graduation: What are you doing to solve real-world problems? Many students graduate thinking their degree is their golden ticket. But the reality is different. In a fast-changing world where technology is reshaping how value

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Web3 Without the Hype: BoyPuso’s Community-First Approach at YGG Pilipinas
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Web3 Without the Hype: BoyPuso’s Community-First Approach at YGG Pilipinas

In a space obsessed with growth, BoyPuso is betting on loyalty, health, and heart. In an industry flooded with metrics, incentives, and viral hype cycles, Vincent “BoyPuso” stands out by keeping things human. As a Guild Manager at YGG Pilipinas (YGG PH), he’s not chasing charts or clout; he’

2 Min
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Will the Philippines Reject CBDCs? Why Rubz Comms of Davao DeFi Community is Betting on Stablecoins Instead
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Will the Philippines Reject CBDCs? Why Rubz Comms of Davao DeFi Community is Betting on Stablecoins Instead

What happens when digital currencies are controlled by governments instead of the people? Davao DeFi Community's (DDC) Rubz Comms believes CBDCs contradict the very principles of blockchain, and they are making their stance clear: stablecoins are the better alternative. As governments worldwide explore the idea of Central Bank

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