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Designing Sustainable Economic Models for Web3 Game Economies

Featured Insights, Web3 / By Economics Design

Unleashing the Power of Web3: Designing Sustainable Economic Models for Game Economies Introduction Web3 technologies have revolutionised the gaming industry, introducing new economic models and opportunities for game developers and players alike. Web3, often referred to as the next generation of the internet, envisions a more decentralised, transparent, and inclusive digital world. It harnesses the …

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Economics, Design, and Engineering for Robust DLT Ecosystems

DeFi, Featured Insights / By Economics Design

In this research paper, we discuss the importance of integrating economic, design, and engineering principles for the development of successful distributed ledger technology (DLT) ecosystems. Several key factors highlighted that influence the success of a DLT ecosystem includes the network’s governance structure, which should be designed to promote Decentralization Transparency Accountability Additionally, a “proof-of-value” mechanism proposes to reward …

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Understanding Volatility in Crypto: A Comprehensive Guide

DeFi / By Economics Design

Introduction What we have been noticing The world of cryptocurrency or crypto has seen tremendous growth in recent years, with people flocking to invest in the market in the hopes of making a fortune. However, the extreme fluctuations in crypto valuations have resulted in both gainers and losers, regardless of which crypto they invested in. …

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Progression and Free-To-Play

Featured Insights, GameFi, Web3 / By EconomicsDesign

Progression and Free-To-Play Author: Lorenzo P. Martin Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Introduction Blockchain gaming took off in 2021 thanks to the rise of Sky Mavis’ Axie Infinity. The game allowed people all over the world, especially those from developing regions, to earn an income from basically playing a game. And …

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How Web3 Blockchain Gaming Formalized Informal Web2 Gaming Trade Mechanisms

GameFi, Web3 / By EconomicsDesign

How Web3 Blockchain Gaming Formalized Informal Web2 Gaming Trade Mechanisms Author: Lorenzo P. Martin Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Introduction The article looks at how earning through playing a video game has been around since the late 1990’s through informal trade external to the game. Value is generated within these digital economies …

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Building an NFT Economy: Mistakes to Avoid and Best Practices to Follow

DeFi, GameFi / By Economics Design

Introduction What we’ve been noticing The rise of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has opened up new avenues for artists, musicians, and creators to monetize their digital works. However, the growing popularity of NFTs has also led to a flood of new entrants into the market, resulting in a crowded and often confusing landscape. To stand out …

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Reserve Utility Token Model

DeFi, Featured Insights, GameFi, Web3 / By Kiefer Zang

Get the full PDF report Reserve Utility Token Model Author: Kiefer Zang Disclaimer: This is not legal advice. A lawyer should be consulted prior to implementing any version of this model. Intro An extremely common motivation for creating a token is to raise funds, however it is becoming increasingly difficult to design a …

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The Economics of NFT Flipping: How Digital Art Collectors are Making a Fortune

GameFi / By Economics Design

Introduction What we’ve been noticing In recent years, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have emerged as a groundbreaking form of digital asset ownership, revolutionising the way we think about art, digital collectibles, and even virtual real estate. NFTs are digital assets that represent ownership of unique digital content and use blockchain technology to verify authenticity and ownership. …

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Exploring the Boundaries of AI in Tokenomics: Can Chat GPT Fully Replace Token Economists?

Featured Insights, GameFi, Web3 / By EconomicsDesign

Can AI Replace Token Economists? The Limitations of AI What we have been noticing In recent years, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) such as Chat GPT has revolutionised numerous industries, and the world of token economics is no exception. As digital tokens continue to gain popularity, the use of AI in designing and managing …

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Exploring the Intersection of Economics and the Emerging World of Web 3 Gaming

GameFi / By Economics Design

Introduction What we have been noticing The world of gaming has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, thanks to the emergence of Web 3 and blockchain technology. One of the most notable changes has been the evolution of game economies, which have shifted from traditional models based on labour theory of value to new …

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