Hello frens old and new, I'm near to reputation 60 here and wanted to make a special blog exclusive post.

In the recent past, my posts have been inconsistent, now I am again regularly posting on Hive thanks to my newfound Web3 Metal newsletter and PR. I'm sure my reputation number will continue climbing steeper than ever thanks to this and the growing Hive community.

Thanks to everyone who has me on auto-upvote too, no matter the reason, I take it as a sign they know I always deliver quality content and otherwise contribute when I can to the community.

EDITOR’S INTRO

As NFT NYC enters its finale, we reflect on the enduring power of community that these events continually foster. It's a narrative we've echoed in our past coverage, and this gathering has proved it once again: digital technology is not just a tool but a bridge, connecting people through the shared language of innovation and creativity.

We are social creatures, and those digital tools brought people together online who are passionate enough to attend these huge networking events. This proves the potential for web3 communities to embrace the best of human nature through online interaction that translates to positive real-world relationships.

The centralization of the modern-day internet, diluting the essence of the community, could be the gateway already passed through toward a dystopian future lack of empathy. That is unless web3 technologies are harvested and utilized with the right morals and subsequent goals aligned.

Have a great weekend.

-Shawn S Porter \m/

Third Planet Studio’s Astrofest ‘24 Ignites NFT NYC

Third Planet Studio, a pioneer project blending music with cutting-edge technology, made its mark on NFT NYC by holding an event that redefined the boundaries of the digital music experience.

Astrofest 2024, hosted at the vibrant Racket in NYC, brought together a diverse lineup of musicians and artists, transforming the venue into a pulsating nexus of Web3 innovation and avant-garde soundscapes.

They further utilized web3 tech through their 3PS ALL ACCESS PASS which unlocks discounted merch, artist meet and greets, line-skipping privileges, and more \m/