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Azuki Opens Its IP to Remixing Inside Verse8’s AI Game Builder
Azuki's intellectual property is now officially registered and remixable within Verse8's AI-powered game creation platform. This integration, facilitated by Story's licensing layer, allows creators to use Azuki characters in new game environments, with revenue automatically split among creators, NFT holders, and IP owners. Verse8, which boasts a significant user base, aims to enable IP-native worldbuilding through this user-friendly, code-free approach.
Solana Blitz v7 Kicks Off Monday as MagicBlock Hands Builders Five App Ideas
MagicBlock has announced that Solana Blitz v7, a recurring weekend hackathon series built on their Ephemeral Rollups technology, will commence on Monday. To assist developers, the company has provided five app concepts for the upcoming sprint. Previous editions of Solana Blitz have included prize pools and specific themes, with cumulative projects surpassing 200 by June.