According to BlockBeats, former Proof researcher punk9059 has reported on social media that the daily trading volume of OpenSea on the Ethereum NFT market is approximately 600 Ethereum. This is the lowest level since the NFT bull market began in May 2021. This figure represents a 99.1% decrease from the peak in May 2022, when OpenSea's daily trading volume reached 66,000 Ethereum. OpenSea, a leading marketplace for non-fungible tokens (NFTs), has seen a significant drop in its daily trading volume on the Ethereum NFT market. The current trading volume is a stark contrast to the peak experienced in May 2022. The decrease in trading volume could be indicative of a shift in the NFT market, which has been characterized by high volatility and rapid growth in recent years. The NFT market has been a hot topic in the cryptocurrency world, with many investors and enthusiasts drawn to the potential for high returns. However, the recent drop in trading volume on OpenSea could signal a cooling off period for the market. Despite the decrease, the NFT market continues to be an area of interest for many, with new projects and platforms continually emerging.

According to BlockBeats, Zora, a prominent player in the digital marketplace, has announced its acquisition of Mint.Fun, an NFT minting aggregator, on May 7. This strategic move is expected to enhance Zora's capabilities in the rapidly growing non-fungible token (NFT) sector. The acquisition of Mint.Fun will allow Zora to expand its services and reach in the NFT market. Mint.Fun's platform, known for its user-friendly interface and efficient minting process, will complement Zora's existing offerings. The integration of Mint.Fun's technology into Zora's platform is expected to provide a more seamless and efficient experience for users. This acquisition comes at a time when the NFT market is experiencing unprecedented growth and popularity. As more individuals and businesses recognize the potential of NFTs, companies like Zora are making strategic moves to position themselves at the forefront of this burgeoning industry. The acquisition of Mint.Fun is a clear indication of Zora's commitment to staying ahead in the competitive NFT market.

According to BlockBeats, Singapore's Web3 platform, Galaxis, announced on May 7 that it has raised $10 million in funding ahead of its token issuance. The financing round saw participation from Chainlink, ENS, Rarestone Capital, Taisu Ventures, and ENS co-founder Nick Johnson, among others. Galaxis positions itself as a 'post-hype era NFT utility platform'. It has previously launched NFT series for celebrities such as DJ Steve Aoki and actor Val Kilmer. The platform has sold over 225,000 NFTs, generating over 32,000 ETH (approximately $100 million) in sales on the secondary market. It is currently preparing for 'mass distribution'.

According to PANews, the ApeCoin DAO community recently voted in favor of a proposal to create an NFT Launchpad supported by APE, with a final approval rate of 88.69%. The proposal aims to establish an NFT Launchpad that uses APE as currency to mint NFTs on the ERC-20 network. This platform will provide creators with a place to mint, display, and trade their NFTs, thereby increasing the utility and adoption rate of Ape as a token. The implementation steps and timeline indicate that the design and planning of the front-end platform UI/UX is expected to take one month. The design and planning of the front-end platform UI/UX is expected to take another two months. After this, the platform will undergo Alpha and Beta testing with the team and relevant partners for an estimated one month. Once the audit is completed, the platform will be opened to the public.

According to PANews, Magic Eden's data reveals that the floor price of Blob has surged to 0.07554 BTC, equivalent to approximately $4807, marking a historic high. This significant increase in Blob's floor price indicates a growing interest and investment in this digital asset. The data from Magic Eden, a renowned platform for tracking digital assets, provides a clear picture of the current market trends and the increasing value of Blob. This historic high is a significant milestone for Blob, reflecting its growing popularity and value in the digital asset market. However, potential investors should always conduct thorough research and consider market volatility before investing in digital assets.

According to BlockBeats, the Bitcoin NFT Blob team announced on May 5th that they have engraved the rune EPIC•EPIC•EPIC•EPIC on the fourth halving block. It is reported that the total amount of this rune is 1 billion, with 950 million pre-mined. Following this announcement, the floor price of Bitcoin NFT Blob briefly rose to 0.0699 BTC. The Bitcoin NFT Blob team's decision to engrave the rune on the fourth halving block is a significant event in the cryptocurrency world. The halving event, which reduces the number of new bitcoins created and earned by miners, has historically been associated with a rise in the price of Bitcoin. The engraving of the rune is a unique way to commemorate this event. The rise in the floor price of Bitcoin NFT Blob following the announcement indicates the market's positive response to the news. However, it remains to be seen how this will impact the long-term value of Bitcoin NFT Blob. The cryptocurrency market is known for its volatility, and while the engraving of the rune is a significant event, it is just one of many factors that can influence the price of Bitcoin NFT Blob.

Data from Cryptoslam demonstrated a new low for Solana on-chain NFT sales in 2024. Transactions totaling just over $150 million, precisely $153,304,602.45, were logged in April, the lowest revenue from sales in the year to date. In addition to the decline in sales, Solana's NFT transactions also dropped to the lowest level seen this year. Approximately 2.18 million NFT transactions were executed on the Solana blockchain last month. This includes around 250,000 independent seller addresses and an estimated 487,000 independent buyer addresses.  

According to BlockBeats, the Azuki series of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have seen a substantial increase in their prices. The Azuki 7, in particular, experienced a price surge of 12.96%, with its current floor price reported at 5.12 ETH. In addition, the Azuki Elementals also saw a significant price increase over the past week, with a rise of 24.27%. The floor price for this NFT is currently reported at 0.512 ETH. Furthermore, the Beanz NFT witnessed the highest price surge among the Azuki series, with a 7-day increase of 34.18%. The floor price for Beanz is currently reported at 0.314 ETH. These figures indicate a growing interest and investment in the Azuki series of NFTs, reflecting the overall trend of increasing value and popularity of NFTs in the digital asset market.

According to Foresight News, Blast has launched a new initiative called Blast Jackpot. This new feature provides a novel way for token and NFT holders to earn Gold points. All Blast token and NFT holders are eligible to share in a pool of one million Gold points. This move is seen as a way to incentivize participation and engagement within the Blast community.

According to Foresight News, Ultiverse, an AI gaming platform, has announced the results of its Gold Chip NFT lottery. As per the data from Blur, the floor price of the Gold Chip has risen from 0.25 ETH to 0.5 ETH, marking a 100% increase. The trading volume exceeded 400 ETH within an hour. Currently, it ranks second on the Blur transaction list, only behind BAYC.

According to PANews, data from Cryptoslam.io reveals that the sales of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) in April amounted to approximately $1.15 billion, marking a 31.26% decrease from March. The number of NFT buyers also fell by 51.88%, while the number of sellers decreased by 45.72% during the same period. Among the 24 blockchain networks minting NFTs, Bitcoin emerged as the leader last month, with sales reaching $597.62 million. Despite this, NFT sales based on Bitcoin in April still saw a 4.3% drop compared to March. Ethereum-based NFT sales saw a significant decline, falling to $247.32 million, a 56.8% decrease from the previous month. NFT sales based on SOL also fell by 39.4%, slightly above $159 million.

According to Blockworks, Anchorage Digital has partnered with Arca Labs to custody shares of a tokenized Treasury fund. This move is aimed at promoting institutional participation in the sector. The collaboration comes at a time when the tokenization of real-world assets is expected to be a 'defining trend' for institutional crypto in 2024, according to Anchorage CEO Nathan McCauley. Arca, a crypto investment firm's innovation unit, first issued shares of its US Treasury Fund as digital asset securities, known as ArCoin, in 2021. Arca has posited that ArCoin can replace US Treasurys in enterprise workflows, thereby reducing costs and enhancing transparency. Anchorage, a crypto-focused bank chartered by the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), has been chosen to custody the shares. This partnership enables Anchorage clients to hold ArCoin at the bank. Institutions can now access the tokenized shares from the Anchorage platform, just like they would for the hundreds of other assets the company supports. McCauley has stated that Anchorage fulfills the Securities and Exchange Commission’s definition of a 'qualified custodian.' This term was included in the regulator’s February 2023 proposal that would entrust the safekeeping of client assets to such entities. Arca Labs president Jerald David said in a statement, 'Now that institutions have validated the benefits of blockchain technology, companies are seeking the most secure and seamless digital assets solutions that meet US regulatory standards.' The Anchorage platform uses hardware security modules, which keep assets offline in segregated, on-chain vaults while still making them accessible. McCauley argues that this model serves as a 'major unlock' for institutional participation in tokenization. Tokenizing assets, from real estate to funds, has been making news in recent years as major fintech companies and traditional finance players delve deeper into blockchain-related experiments. The world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, launched the USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund in March, marking the firm’s first tokenized offering. Franklin Templeton, another fund giant, which debuted its OnChain US Government Money Fund in 2021, began allowing institutional investors to transfer shares of the fund, represented by BENJI tokens, to other shareholders last week. 'Looking ahead, we will continue to expand our custody support for tokenization projects to advance institutional participation in the ecosystem for the long term,' McCauley said.

According to Foresight News, the AI gaming platform Ultiverse has successfully concluded its NFT chip sale. The sale generated a total of 33,873 ETH, which is approximately equivalent to $100 million. The results of the NFT series will be announced 24 hours after the conclusion of the sale. Winning participants will have the opportunity to mint the pre-ordered NFTs. Those who did not win will be eligible for a refund after the results are announced.

According to Foresight News, Blur has now launched on the Blast blockchain, enabling trading of NFTs on Blast. Users only need to switch to the Blast blockchain on Blur to start trading. Blast is set to distribute two million coins to its trading users. Users can earn these coins by placing orders, bidding, and directly trading Blast NFTs. The coins will be distributed during the Blast points exchange. This move is expected to encourage more users to engage in trading on the Blast blockchain through Blur, thereby increasing the overall activity and transactions on the platform. However, it is important to note that the specifics of how the coins will be distributed or the criteria for earning them have not been detailed in the announcement. Users are advised to stay updated with the latest news from Blur and Blast for more information on this new development.

According to PANews, the NFT project Moonbirds has announced on platform X that it is in the process of creating a comprehensive digital universe named 'Volaria'. This new universe, which includes new 3D avatars, is part of the brand's transformation strategy. The project is reportedly being led by digital artist Colin Hesterly. Volaria is intended to serve as a dedicated space for community interaction. The Moonbirds team is currently in talks for strategic partnerships and plans to bring Moonbirds into the real world in the future. Data from Coingecko reveals that the floor price for Moonbirds NFT is currently 0.71 ETH, marking a 24-hour increase of 23.8%.

According to Foresight News, Aethir, a decentralized GPU cloud infrastructure, has announced a partnership with NFT platform Magic Eden. The collaboration aims to combine Aethir's GPU-as-a-service with Magic Eden's NFT platform to create a unified gaming ecosystem. This partnership is expected to make Magic Eden the preferred NFT platform for Aethir's gaming clients. The collaboration between Aethir and Magic Eden is a significant step towards integrating decentralized GPU cloud infrastructure with NFT platforms. This partnership is expected to provide a comprehensive solution for gaming clients, combining the power of GPU-as-a-service with the versatility of NFT platforms. This partnership is a strategic move for both Aethir and Magic Eden, as it allows them to leverage each other's strengths and create a robust gaming ecosystem. The integration of Aethir's GPU-as-a-service with Magic Eden's NFT platform is expected to provide a seamless gaming experience for users. This collaboration is a testament to the growing influence of NFTs in the gaming industry and the potential of decentralized GPU cloud infrastructure in enhancing gaming experiences.

According to Foresight News, Holograph, a full-chain NFT protocol, has announced the completion of a new strategic financing round, raising $3 million. The round was led by Mechanism Capital and Selini Capital, with participation from Northrock Capital of Hal Press, Arca, Courtside Ventures, and Hartmann Capital. This brings Holograph's total funding to $11 million. Holograph supports game developers in tokenizing assets on multiple chains. Currently, it supports EVM chains, including Ethereum, Polygon, Optimism, Base, Zora, Arbitrum, Mantle, BNB Chain, Avalanche, and Linea.

According to Foresight News, Moonbirds has announced that it is in the process of creating the 'Moonbirds Universe'. As part of this development, Moonbirds will join Mythics, bringing with it commercial copyrights. The company also plans to introduce new artistic directions and 3D images, specifically designed for animation, Otherside, and other fields. The direction of these new developments will be led by Colin Hesterly.

According to Foresight News, recent data from Blur indicates a significant increase in the floor price of Moonbirds. The floor price has risen to 0.742 ETH, marking a daily increase of 27.49%. Furthermore, the seven-day increase has reached an impressive 48.7%. This surge in Moonbirds' floor price showcases the growing interest and investment in this particular digital asset.

According to Foresight News, Ultiverse's AI gaming platform has surpassed 10,000 ETH in deposits from the sale of its 'Golden Chip' NFTs, currently standing at 10,870 ETH, equivalent to approximately $35 million. The NFT series went on sale yesterday at 20:00 and will continue for 48 hours. Users can participate in the lottery by depositing a minimum of 0.25 ETH. The lottery draw will take place 24 hours after the sale ends, and the results will be announced. If a user wins, they will receive the pre-scheduled NFT from the sale. If a user does not win, they can get a refund after the draw. This significant achievement demonstrates the growing popularity and acceptance of NFTs in the gaming industry.