Collective Thoughts #32: WTF is the Merge, "Crypto Packaged" GOODS NFT Spotlight, Web3 Familia DAO Talks Event

Alex Taub -

what we’re reading:

  1. Ethereum Merge may not ‘fix everything,’ but it could boost institutional adoption (TechCrunch)
  2. Venture Capitalists are Pouring Money into Web3. Here’s Why. (Entrepreneur)
  3. Crypto Doesn't Need More Guidance, SEC Chair Gensler Says (CoinDesk)
  4. Web3 Developers Can Thrive In The Bear Market With The Right Support Services (Forbes)
  5. Starbucks details its blockchain-based loyalty platform and NFT community, Starbucks Odyssey (TechCrunch)

what’s happening this week:

1. WTF is the Ethereum Merge?
Thurs @ 3pm ET | (RSVP)

We’ll be breaking down the ETH merge as the topic for our next “WTF is…” event. The purpose of this event is to help you understand what’s going on and ask any questions you may have.

2. Web3 Marketer Meetup with Serial Marketers
Fri @ 12pm ET | (RSVP)

Meet fellow experienced marketers and see how you can support each other.

3. NFT Community Event #81
Fri @ 1pm ET | (RSVP)

Our weekly catch-up where we talk all about NFTs and have a good time.

save the date:

DAO Talks #8: Web3 Familia DAO
Tues, Sept 20 @ 3pm ET | (RSVP)

Christian, the Co-Founder of Web3 Familia DAO will join us for DAO Talks #8. The Web3 Familia is a nonprofit DAO activating across the world to educate, onboard and connect the Latinx community in the Web3 space and ultimately onboard 1 million Latinos to Web3.

NFT Spotlight: CPG “Crypto Packaged” GOODS
Thurs, Sept 22 2pm ET | (RSVP)

In our next NFT Spotlight series, we’ll be speaking with Chris Cantino and Jamie Schmidt to learn all about their Web3 alpha community and incubator that’s working on new drops and community initiatives called "Crypto Packaged” Goods.

WTF is cc0?
Wed, Sept 28 @ 3pm ET | (RSVP)

In this “WTF is.. “ event, we’ll cover cc0 rights. Come learn about the meaning of cc0, why big projects are using them, and why they matter.

what we’re sharing in our group chats:

  • This Twitter thread simplifying the Ethereum Merge from Sintra
  • This article exploring how KlimaDAO is working on provide a legal framework for DAOs
  • This interview with ChoiceDAO, a DAO that is mobilizing reproductive rights activists both on and offline

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