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Doodles Partners with CAMP for Interactive Retail Experience
Austin Ketterling

Doodles is teaming up with CAMP to launch an interactive retail and entertainment experience this summer, aiming to connect the digital and physical realms of the Doodles community.

The Deets

  • Partnership: Doodles and CAMP collaborate on a retail activation and immersive experience
  • Setting: CAMP stores in major cities like NYC, LA & Dallas
  • Offerings: Merchandise, immersive experiences, family-friendly daytime, and adult-focused evening events
  • Special Perks: Original Doodles collectors to enjoy special access and benefits

The Bulk

Doodles is taking a step to strengthen its ecosystem through a partnership with CAMP. They are launching an immersive retail and entertainment experience that connects digital with physical and caters to different generations.

Set in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Dallas, the Doodles x CAMP collaboration transforms CAMP stores into a haven for the Doodles community. Known for their unique shop-play hybrid experiences, these stores will host various offerings, including Doodles-themed merchandise, 6K sq feet of immersive experiences and storytelling, and a range of family-friendly daytime and adult-focused evening events.

Original Doodles collectors are not left out, either. They will enjoy special access, free entry, merchandise credits, concierge services, and opportunities for custom creations.

🔜What's Next?

Tune into Doodles Sesh today at 5:00pm ET, where more details about this partnership will be shared. 

📊 By The Numbers

Doodles are down 11% in the last 7 days to 2.04 ETH ($3,791) and 83% over the last year.

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Doodles Partners with CAMP for Interactive Retail Experience
Azuki Opens Up Limited Number of Tickets for Vegas Event
Julian Son

Azuki announced that they are opening up a limited number of tickets for the Follow The Rabbit event in Las Vegas on June 23, 2023.

The Deets

  • The new RSVP window closes Sunday, 5/28, at 11:59 p.m. PT.
  • Azuki's Follow The Rabbit event takes place at Hakkasan Nightclub in Las Vegas on June 23, 2023, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • The event is open and free for everyone ($100 refundable deposit for non-holders), but you must be 21 or older to attend.
  • Registration and ticketing are done exclusively via the @tokenproof app.
  • Ticket confirmations will be sent after all registrations have been processed.

❗ Why It Matters

Registration was originally open back in mid-April, with priority given to Azuki and BEANZ holders. But Azuki is opening up more spots due to demand.

Previously, holders had to request to be put on a waitlist, so this is welcome news for those who weren't able to secure tickets last time around.

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Azuki Opens Up Limited Number of Tickets for Vegas Event
RSVP for the Third Annual Art Blocks Marfa Weekend
Julian Son

Art Blocks shared the RSVP form for the third annual Art Blocks Marfa Weekend that takes place September 21–24 in Marfa, Texas, via Twitter.

The Deets

  • The Art Blocks Marfa weekend will be hosted in Marfa, TX, at the Art Blocks House, located at 109 W. San Antonio St.
  • The festivities will start on Thursday, September 21, in the late afternoon and wrap up on the morning of Sunday, September 24.
  • In order to have the most accurate headcount this year, Art Blocks is asking each member of your party to complete the RSVP individually.

❗ Why It Matters

Art Blocks is responsible for some of the most expensive NFT generative art in the space, and it will be n weekend full of art, conversation, and friendship, with the added bonus of the unveiling of a new art exhibition in the gallery taking place as well.

The feedback from NFT NYC was that the IRL aspect was a great change of pace as far as making connections and meeting new people, so this Art Blocks gathering could promise that same type of positive energy and enthusiasm.

🎬 Take Action

Those interested in attending should fill out the RSVP form here and consider booking their accommodations sooner rather than later, as Marfa is a small town and hotels, rental properties, and campgrounds are filling up fast.

🧠 Learn More

More information regarding check-in and the weekend’s schedule will be shared in the Art Blocks Spectrum article as we get closer to the event.

 

RSVP for the Third Annual Art Blocks Marfa Weekend
VeeCon 2023: GaryVee's Conference Set to Make Waves
Logan Hitchcock

VeeCon, the notable web3 conference from Gary Vaynerchuk, will take place in Indianapolis on May 18-20, featuring numerous industry leaders.

The Deets

  • Performances: Music from Richie Evans, Tia Corine, Busta Rhymes, and a special entertainment contest featuring Gala Music’s Emily Faye, Just Shockey, and a VeeCon-voted artist. Comedy from Esther Povitsky and Andrew Schultz, and a performance by singer Jordin Sparks.
  • Major Speakers: From Arianna Huffington to Neil Patrick Harris, the speaker list reads like a who's who of industry and pop culture icons.
  • Fortune 500 Leadership: Insights into future leadership from executives of LVMH, Paramount, Chase, CROCS, GE, Coach, and Kraft Heinz.
  • Premier Partnerships: Major brands such as Anheuser-Busch, Bose, Gala Music, Lids, Meta Quest, Tubi, and Visa are among the partners making VeeCon possible.

The Bulk

The three-day, NFT-ticketed event takes place across two venues in Indianapolis and combines educational sessions, activities, and entertainment. The first day at White River State Park is dedicated to community activities and performances by musical artists like Richie Evans, Tia Corine, and Busta Rhymes. Days two and three will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium, featuring sessions from an impressive roster of speakers and brand activations.

The speaker list for the conference is a blend of influential figures across various sectors. Fortune 500 CEOs and CMOs, pop culture icons, and innovators are set to provide insights and share their experiences. This includes insights into the future of leadership from executives of renowned companies such as LVMH, Paramount, Chase, CROCS, GE, Coach, and Kraft Heinz.

Furthermore, the conference is proudly announcing its premier partnerships with top-notch brands including Anheuser-Busch, Bose, Gala Music, Lids, Meta Quest, Tubi, and Visa. The partnerships aim to create a memorable and engaging experience for the attendees.

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Our event focuses on what matters for business – understanding shifts in consumer behavior, popular culture, and the impact of technology on brands. This is a conference like no other - and will be the marketing industry event for years to come.Gary Vaynerchuk

VeeCon 2023: GaryVee's Conference Set to Make Waves
BTC DeGods Coming to Miami
Staff Writer

DeGods, in partnership with Ordinal Gallery, is hosting an art event featuring live auctions and special collaborations on May 18. 

The Deets

  • Hosted at Jonathan Schultz Gallery and will include live auctions, powered by Gamma's Dutch auction tool.
  • Attendees can bid on unique digital and physical art pieces.
  • A special 1/1 collaboration piece between Jonathan Schultz and Pudgy Penguins will be unveiled and auctioned, with a portion of the proceeds going to charity.

❗️Why It Matters

This is the first Bitcoin Miami in which an NFT presence is actually relevant, given the relatively new rise of Bitcoin Ordinals and NFTs on the Bitcoin blockchain. DeGods is well known as one of the strongest communities in web3, but it will be interesting to see the reception from participants during a week that does not have an NFT specific focus. 

🎬 Take Action

Interested participants can apply to join the event here. Attendance is subject to approval by the host. 

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BTC DeGods Coming to Miami
Join NBA Top Shot at the NBA Draft
Lennster

NBA Top Shot announced several updates, including exclusive packs, a new distribution mechanism, and a chance to win a trip to the NBA Draft.

The Deets

  • Final Top Shot 50 and Metallic Gold LE Drops available for reservation
  • Unsold Locker Pack (Release 15) inventory to be burned
  • Win a trip to the NBA Draft and rights to First Overall Pick's Top Shot Debut Moment
  • First-ever Rookie Revelation Moments available for reservation

The Details

NBA Top Shot has unveiled its final Top Shot 50 and Metallic Gold LE (MGLE) Drops, featuring star players like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant. Additionally, a new deflationary distribution mechanism will be introduced for all remaining unreleased Series 1 Moments. Unsold inventory from Locker Pack (Release 15) will be taken down, with around 3+ million Series 2 and Series 3 Base Set Moments burned shortly after.

Fans also have the opportunity to win a trip to the NBA Draft on June 22, with every pack purchased between May 8 and May 31 entering them for a chance to win. The first-ever Rookie Revelation Moments will be available for reservation on May 12, with packs distributed on May 16, the day of the NBA Draft Lottery.

❗️ Why It Matters

This update provides answers in line with consistent community asks from Top Shot users - improving supply dynamics (burning millions of Moments) and adding experiences thanks to the partnership Top Shot has with the NBA. The NBA Draft trip adds to multiple NBA Finals trips the platform is providing as part of its Champion's Path launch

🎬 Take Action

Purchase packs between May 8 and May 31 for a chance to win a trip to the NBA Draft and rights to the First Overall Pick's Top Shot Debut Moment. Users can reserve Rookie Revelation Moments starting May 12.

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Follow The Azuki Rabbit In Las Vegas
Lennster

Azuki announced its "Follow The Rabbit" event in Las Vegas on June 23, 2023, open to all, with registration now live.

Why It Matters

Azuki has set a standard for events since the iconic "Check Your Wallets" party that took holders and spectators for a ride. Plus, the team took over NYC and brought the garden to real life during its exclusive NYC NFT event a few years ago. Now, the Azuki team is taking over Las Vegas with its latest "Follow The Rabbit" event, in the year of the Rabbit. 

The Deets

  • Event registration open until Apr. 24 at 5:00 p.m. ET
  • Priority is given to Azuki and BEANZ token holders
  • Registration and ticketing via the tokenproof app
  • Must be 21+ to attend

The Details

Azuki is hosting its unique event called "Follow The Rabbit" on June 23, 2023, from 10 pm to 2 am at Hakkasan, Las Vegas. Open to all, event registration is now live and will remain open until April 24, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. ET. 

Azuki and BEANZ token holders will be given priority for the event. To secure a ticket, participants must register via the Tokenproof app. Make sure to enroll with the wallet holding your Azuki or BEANZ token if you have one. More information on how to register with Tokenproof is available on Azuki's website.

On April 24, the final guestlist will be confirmed via the Tokenproof app, where attendees can view their tickets. It is recommended to turn on push notifications for the app to stay updated on any ticket or event changes. Attendees should book travel only after their ticket is confirmed, and they must be 21 or older to attend.

🎬 Take Action

Secure your spot at Azuki's "Follow The Rabbit" event by registering between now and April 24, 2023, at azuki.com/vegas.

💰 Money Talks

Azuki has been holding the top trending collections strong currently holding a 15.88E floor, up 13 percent over the past 30 days. Beanz, its second collection has been on a similar trend with its floor price holding at 1.5E, up around 20% over the past 30 days.

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Follow The Azuki Rabbit In Las Vegas
Enter To Party With Beeple At Beeple Studios!
Lennster

Beeple Studios is giving away free tickets to its upcoming event on April 29, featuring an artist showcase, live Everydays build, and giveaways.

Why It Matters

Beeple's recently launched studio has been a beacon for digital art gaining exposure in everyday life and its only about one month old. Fresh off NFT NYC, many in the web3 community are eager to continue exploring community growth via IRL events and it seems that Beeple is keen on doing so via gatherings at his studio. 

The Deets

  • Event on April 29 in Charleston, SC
  • Artist showcase and live Everyday creation by Beeple
  • Print and NFT giveaways
  • Non-transferable tickets; ID required
  • Winners notified on April 20

It is important to note that tickets to the event are non-transferable, and proof of ID will be required prior to entry so only enter if you are really planning on attending. 

🎬 Take Action

Enter NOW for your chance to win a free ticket.

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Enter To Party With Beeple At Beeple Studios!
DeNYC Treasure Hunt Starts Tomorrow
Julian Son

The DeNYC Treasure Hunt will go live tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET for 48 hours, and there are over $100k in prizes, per an announcement from @DeGodsNFT.

The Deets

  • The DeNYC Treasure Hunt is a multi-day scavenger hunt across NYC that is open to the public and powered by @0xPolygonLabs.
  • Hundreds of 2 or 3-person teams will compete and the sign-up link is here: nyc.degods.com/treasure-hunt.
  • The DeNYC Treasure Hunt Challenges will go live tomorrow at 9 a.m. EST.
  • Over $100k in prizes will be given out, including DeGods, y00ts, Apple devices, and more. Every prize comes in threes, so each team member will walk home with something. Notably, a DeGod will be awarded to each member of the winning team.
  • Each challenge requires a picture or video proof to be tweeted in order to earn points. Using the Twitter account provided during sign-up, post your challenge proof and tag @DeNYC2023. Pick up an official bandana at one of the check-in events and make sure the official bandana can be seen, like in this example.

❗ Why It Matters

After DeGods bridged to Ethereum at the beginning of the month, Frank teased "going dark" until NYC. In that same tweet, an outline of an airdrop 🪂 symbol in the bottom right also sent the DeCommunity into a frenzy. This public event is a big part of DeNYC, bookended by smaller, holder-only events.

What further announcements might be in store is unclear. But we'll surely hear from Frank again (many, many times today).

🎬 Take Action

  • If you're in the area and interested, assemble a team and sign up using this link: nyc.degods.com/treasure-hunt.
  • Challenges will be sent via email to all registered teams. You have 48 hours to complete as many challenges as you can, and the team will update the leaderboard on their site frequently.
  • Each team will need to check in to claim their DeNYC Treasure Hunt Bandana. All challenge submissions must show the DeNYC Treasure Hunt Bandana within the picture or video to earn points.

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Waitlist Upgraded for PROOF's Beeple Event
Logan Hitchcock

Those previously waitlisted for PROOF's live Beeple event have now been upgraded to guaranteed entry. 

🧐 Wait, What? 

PROOF recently hosted a raffle to determine access to its live Beeple event at NFT NYC. Those who were waitlisted will now be guaranteed entry to the limited capacity event. 

The Deets

  • Hosted in Brooklyn on Apr. 13
  • Limited to 400 participants
  • 10 attendees will receive free Beeple NFT

🎬 Take Action 

Waitlisted individuals can check the tokenproof app to receive their new ticket for the event. 

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Waitlist Upgraded for PROOF's Beeple Event