Former BAYC creative director Jeff Nicholas joins Meta’s Reality Labs
Nicholas joins Meta as an executive mixed reality producer for entertainment experiences.
“Boring Ape” BAYC’s total trading volume hits 1.5 million ETH
According to NFTGo data, the total trading volume of "Bored Ape Yacht Club" (BAYC) has reached 1.5 million ETH, with a market value exceeding 250,000 ETH. The current floor price for BAYC is 25.05 ETH, with a 7-day increase of 11%.
Tiger Global's largest risk fund reduced its holdings of BAYC shares and OpenSea shares
According to insiders, investors in the largest venture capital fund under Tiger Global Management suffered an 18% paper loss at the end of September after the company reduced the valuations of several portfolio companies. Insiders say the $13 billion Private Investment Partners 15 fund lowered the valuation of AI-driven email company Superhuman by 45% and lowered the valuation of privacy search engine platform DuckDuckGo by 72%. Insiders also say Tiger Global reduced its stake in Bored Ape Yacht Club by 69% and reduced its stake in NFT marketplace OpenSea by 94%. Last year, Tiger Global reduced the valuation of its risk fund by about 33%, resulting in a $23 billion decrease in value. The PIP 15 fund completed its final close last year.
BAYC and BAPE joint series will be released on November 4
BAYC and streetwear brand BAPE's joint BAPE® X BAYC series will be released at 09:00 on November 4th Beijing time. The series will be exclusively available for BAYC holders on ApeFest and shop.apefest.com.
The series also includes "A Bored Ape" jacket, adjustable mesh trucker hat, fisherman hat, BAYC Curtis carpet, and BAPE cushion.
After ApeFest, BAPETAVERSE members can access it online, and the series will be globally released on BAPE STORE® and BAPE.COM in December.
BAYC floor price rose to 30 ETH, an increase of 14.95% on the 7th
According to Blur data, the BAYC floor price has risen to 30 ETH, with a 7-day increase of 14.95% and a 7-day trading volume of 14,648 ETH.
NFT Artist Ryder Ripps' Attempt to Dismiss Bored Ape Yacht Club Lawsuit Falls on Skeptical Ears
Ryder Ripps, an NFT artist, has failed to dismiss the Bored Ape Yacht Club-related lawsuit against him. During an Oct. 17 hearing, three judges from the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth District were unconvinced by the arguments presented by Ripps and Jeremy Cahen's lawyer, who argued that the case should have been dismissed on the grounds of free speech.
Bored Ape Yacht Club and BAPE Unveil Limited Streetwear Collaboration
The Bored Ape Yacht Club has announced a collaboration with Japanese streetwear brand BAPE. The limited collection will debut on November 4th at ApeFest in Hong Kong and will be available exclusively to the BAYC community with token-gated online access. The collaboration between the two brands has caused excitement among the Bored Ape Yacht Club community and streetwear enthusiasts alike. BAPE is known for its distinctive ape motif and signature camouflage print.
BAYC: Bug Found During HV-MTL Rift Testing, Will Delay Opening Until Next Week
Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) announced on social media X that during the final testing period, some errors were found that prevented HV-MTL Rift from opening on September 7th. Therefore, The Rift will be opened at some point next week to ensure that everyone can have a smooth experience, and updates and confirmed release dates will be shared next Monday.
Snoop Dogg and Skechers Launch New Footwear Collection Inspired by Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT, Dr. Bombay
Snoop Dogg and Skechers have teamed up once again to release a footwear collection inspired by the rapper's Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT, Dr. Bombay. The collection includes sneakers, slip-ons, and sandals adorned with playful images of Dr. Bombay and Skechers' signature comfort technologies. The collaboration between Snoop Dogg and Skechers is part of a larger trend of celebrities using their influence in both traditional and digital spaces to promote their own brands and products. <br>
