The Ethereum blockchain open world of Somnium Space is pioneering the metaverse and crypto goods market in ways we never imagined. The persistent, player-created virtual world- already well on its way to being fully immersive, having a full-fledged economy and being bewitchingly realistic- still has a few magic tricks up its sleeve. With dates scheduled…
When we talk about Somnium Space, the Metaverse, we don’t mean some isolated, hidden digital realm. Rather, the Metaverse is a massive, persistent space, a convergence of the real and the virtual in one new multi-layered reality where we can freely jump between destinations. This convergence and interaction between the physical and the virtual is…
Imagine, one day, you’re unexpectedly invited to an exclusive art gallery event. You arrive just in time for the pre-party. You walk into the spacious gallery and are greeted by smiling, laughing guests dancing on a sparkling oak dance floor. On the stage, a DJ is playing music with a wall of entrancing, psychedelic visuals…
Two girls come in and order brunch. They sit down and have a lively conversation. Moments later, their order arrives and they fall silent. Conversation is replaced with both girls taking pictures of the food in front of them, meticulously and from multiple angles. Images are posted on Social Media. They pick up their conversation,…
With the emergence of the blockchain, many have compared the present day to The Renaissance – especially in regards to NFT art. For the first time in a long time, artists, musicians, painters, and graphic designers alike are being paid directly for their work. The longevity and security of the blockchain has attracted Medici-esque collectors…
Imagine becoming whoever you want at the touch of a button? This may sound like a feat only possible on a Black Mirror episode, but now, it’s possible in real life. This is through the power of VR, blockchain and NFT technology. NFTs are non-fungible tokens, unique digital assets of varying types and values, registered…
Art & Coffee is an exciting new concept in Somnium Space, one that evolves around establishing welcoming environments for art lovers, art collectors and content creators alike. Virtual spaces where one can socialize, collaborate and learn. Meeting is a key factor in community building. And we are using the most advanced technology in the metaverse…
Not so long ago I went on a trip with my family. We didn’t go far due to corona travel restrictions, but just far enough to experience a sense of escape from our daily lives. We had rented a summer cottage near the coast. The temperatures were still low, but our cottage had a very…
Covid has India in a tight grip. A devastating second wave, or rather tsunami, is flooding big cities, towns and villages. Hospitals are overrun and there is acute shortage of ICU units, oxygen, food, drugs like remdesivir and more. Sandeep Nailwal and the Crypto Relief Fund To help India fight this Covid emergency, Sandeep Nailwal…