Okay, Lacombe. You got my attention. And I just can’t take my eyes off this new mural on 50 Avenue, the one that was commissioned by the City of Camrose, created by Lauren Cowles. It's beautiful, sure. But I see something more. Something deeper. Something decentralized.Digital Identity Needs A Hometown...
Lacombe’s new mural on 50 Avenue isn’t only a vibrant, visually stunning work of art, it’s a window…or like…a time portal. A gateway into a future where our real-world built environment has an equally flourishing virtual counterpart in the metaverse. And to be perfectly frank, it’s long overdue that we...
We're told the metaverse is the future. A boundless expanse of digital possibility. What if that possibility is pre-determined? Imagine if your avatar, your digital identity, went from embodying you to embodying big business, big government and big tech. That would change the very nature of how you might be...
Artificial intelligence-related security incidents are projected to cost companies more than $30 billion within two years. This shocking trend underscores the critical need for improved safety measures. That's not just a number, that's a wake-up call. We're handing the keys to the kingdom to AI agents without proper ID, and...
Spain is making a big play for the future, investing millions into a new cybersecurity and microelectronics center – Quantix. Hoping to turn Murcia into a center for secure chip production, post-quantum technology and artificial intelligence. It sounds ambitious, right? Is this really a major step in the right direction?...
The metaverse. It’s buzzword bingo meets the future of… everything, or so they say. Metaverse This is the next iteration of the internet. Prepare to move, socialize, and spend your leisure time like we’ve never been able to before! And naturally, where there's connection, there's commerce. Enter DeFi. So is...
Imagine stepping into the metaverse. Not the clunky, limited version we have now, but a vibrant, living world bursting with customized experiences. An AI avatar then welcomes you with a friendly smile. It gets to you, predicting what you need and leading you through stunning environments while developing totally original...
Now imagine that same world in sharp color. In this proposed place, every purchase, meeting, and idea is considered under a one-size-fits-all lens dictated by the government. Picture an age in which you could only receive medical treatment, enjoy public transportation, or go shopping without scanning a digital ID. Second,...
Picture a future in which your most private, your most secret, your hidden sexual preferences—even your fetishes—are not only known but predicted by an all-knowing algorithm. A world where your digital avatar, meticulously crafted to reflect your ideal self, becomes a puppet dancing to the tune of data brokers and...
In short, Philip Rosedale, creator of Second Life, is on to something with his idea of the metaverse. The problem is that the metaverse, as it’s currently conceived, isn’t inviting to your mom. And honestly? He's right. That’s not a dismissal of the future, but rather a reality-check we say...
The cryptocurrency industry is currently going through a deep paradigm shift. Regulatory clarity is growing, enforcement actions are changing, and institutional interest is increasing. Recent developments across the globe signal a maturing market, with jurisdictions refining their approaches to digital assets and seeking to balance innovation with risk management. Read...
Humanity Protocol opened the doors to its fast and secure decentralized ID service on June 26. The H token saw its value explode following a successful “Fairdrop” to early users and supporters. The H token, meanwhile, has seen a 40% price surge over the last 24 hours. The flood, of...
Just as Mark Zuckerberg made headlines with a big pivot to the now overly-hyped Metaverse, he’s undertaking another big pivot. He’s recently been exploring the thrilling worlds of AI and AGI (Artificial General Intelligence). After the hype and billions of dollars, Meta’s Metaverse projects—especially Horizon Worlds—have found difficulty in attracting...
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, is currently navigating a complex path, attempting to redefine his public image and position himself as a leading figure in the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence. Zuckerberg has made no secret of his desire to see Meta take the lead in artificial general intelligence (AGI)....
Calloutcoin.com aspires to remain at the forefront of the rapidly evolving marketplace of blockchain and crypto. We provide rigorous research on NFT standards, metaverse technology, digital identity solutions and the most recent DeFi innovations. Today, it's time to dive into Proof of Attendance Protocol (POAP) NFTs, a unique way to...
POAP NFTs have slowly become a unique and interesting way to verify and celebrate attendance at events. POAP Inc developed POAP in 2021 with the intention of using the tokens to reward event attendees. These tokens provide a one-of-a-kind experience to remember those special moments. Over 7,000,000 POAP NFTs have...
Switzerland-based biometric and digital ID developer TECH5 is channeling its expertise in European digital identity to drive innovation in the Global South. TECH5 had great success with creating national identity infrastructure throughout the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Now, they’re continuing their innovation as a development force behind the...
On the AI front, Meta seems to be making all the right moves. It’s primarily focused on creating what they term “personal superintelligence.” This new initiative marks a departure from the company’s earlier metaverse-centric plans, marking a major pivot in strategy. Meta believes in an AI future that’s closely integrated...
