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The Web3 esport industry is about to experience a historic event with the launch of the Call of Myth tournament, endowed with an exceptional prize pool of one million dollars. Scheduled for September 25, 2025, this tournament sets a new standard in the blockchain gaming ecosystem by offering 100% free entry and qualification based exclusively on player merit.

HANOI, Vietnam – August 1–2, 2025 | National Convention Center - Vietnam is entering an “era of national rise”, a pivotal inflection point to assert its place in the global technology race. Fueled by bold policy reforms, surging investments, and a fast-growing digital infrastructure, the country is primed to become a strategic epicenter for the blockchain revolution.

Ultra has positioned itself as a bold challenger in the gaming and Web3 industry, determined to disrupt the established order dominated by platforms like Steam. Since Gus van Rijckevorsel took the reins as CEO in December 2024, Ultra has shifted from seven years of R&D to an aggressive commercial expansion strategy, positioning itself as a gaming distribution platform equipped with the most advanced technology available. This article explores the key milestones of this transformation and highlights the ambitious vision that will guide Ultra in its quest to become the "Netflix of gaming."

Web3 is moving from vision to execution. Blockchains, dApps, and NFTs are no longer experimental: they aim to define the next digital standard. To accelerate this transition, Ultra has launched a one-million-dollar grant fund for developers ready to build the on-chain tools, games, and services of tomorrow. By combining funding, support, and community governance, this program allows builders to transform ambitious ideas into concrete, scalable, and high-impact solutions.

The video game industry is undergoing a transformation. Traditional monetization models are crumbling, giving way to new ecosystems driven by technology, creativity, and community participation. At the heart of this shift is Ultra, a pioneering platform that connects Web2 and Web3 without causing division. Gus van Rijckevorsel, CEO of Ultra,…

Ultra inaugurates a new era of Web3 gaming with the launch of the closed community Alpha of EMPIRES, an economy-focused strategy game developed by its in-house studio, Black Ice Studios. Much more than just a game, EMPIRES serves as a foundational brick of the Ultra ecosystem, where players do not just play: they own, influence, and shape a multi-game universe.

In the Web3 gaming space, MetaHoof emerges as a new benchmark, blending simulation, strategy, and true digital ownership. With immersive 3D horse racing and a blockchain-powered economy, the game sets itself apart. The Pre-Alpha phase just began, followed by the Alpha rollout in August. Players now get a concrete glimpse of what the full release promises: competitive gameplay, valuable rewards, and full control over their digital assets.

Imagine a gaming platform where every match played, every friend invited, and every social interaction contributes to your progress, not just in terms of skills but also in the form of tangible rewards. Welcome to Coliseum, the Web3 tournament platform redefining competitive gaming. With over 3 million players already onboarded, Coliseum offers an arena accessible to everyone to play, win, and progress, regardless of your skill level. At the heart of this ecosystem is the XP (Experience Points) system, a unique mechanism that tracks your journey while fueling your progress in the Coliseum universe. Let's discover together how this system works and why it is at the center of the Coliseum experience.

The old guard built walled gardens. Ultra is tearing them down. Today, gamers juggle launchers, subscriptions, and fragmented digital economies. But what if one platform could simplify everything and put players back in control?

Gaming is evolving rapidly, and Ultra is at the heart of this change. In a world where players demand more control and freedom, this platform offers an alternative that stands out. Ultra is not just a game store, but a gaming OS that brings together traditional games and technological innovations. Steam and Epic built the rails for the last era. Ultra's building what comes next. An open, player-powered economy where you actually own what you play. Ultra focuses on true ownership of digital assets, fast transactions, and seamless interoperability. With games like Blocklords or Lussa, Ultra redefines the gaming experience by placing players at the center of a community-driven and sustainable ecosystem.

Interest in crypto games saw a significant decline in April 2025, reaching its lowest level of the year with only 4.8 million active wallets. However, according to DappRadar, this contraction hides a more nuanced reality: the industry is undergoing a beneficial maturation phase, now prioritizing quality over quantity. Is the sector breaking free from speculation to build a more sustainable future?

It is rare for an NFT project to still create an authentic thrill in the crypto universe. Yet, Doodles has just made a splash. In just 24 hours, this colorful collection saw its sales soar by 97%, flirting with $1.1 million. This surge is no coincidence: on the horizon, a certain crypto DOOD is tantalizing investors.

Vaulta, a scalable operating system powering Web3 Banking with fast, low-cost transactions and seamless blockchain connectivity, today announces a strategic partnership with Ultra, the one-stop destination for gamers, publishers, and developers.

While Steam seems stuck in a bygone era, Ultra makes a strong move with a $12 million fundraising. The goal: to overturn the established order of PC gaming by creating a genuine OS for players, streamers, and creators. Exclusive meeting with Gus, the CEO ready to "kill the game."

Paris, France – April 2, 2025 – Paris Blockchain Week (PBW), Europe’s flagship blockchain event, returns to the iconic Carrousel du Louvre from April 8–10 with its most ambitious edition to date. More than 10,000 delegates from across the globe will gather in the French capital to hear from over 400 speakers, including industry heavyweights such as Adam Back, Co-Founder and CEO of Blockstream, Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Input Output, and Monica Long, President of Ripple. They will address topics ranging from open finance to regulatory frameworks like MiCA, while other keynote speakers will explore CBDCs and enterprise Web3 adoption.

WAIB Summit, the first and largest Web3 event in Monaco, is set to redefine the landscape of Web3 and AI in Europe. As the largest Web3 & AI focused summit in the world, this groundbreaking event will unite visionaries, industry leaders, investors from around the world and high-net worth individuals (HNWIs)  based in Monaco, for two days of high-impact discussions around the future of WEB3 and AI, cutting-edge showcases, and exclusive networking opportunities at the prestigious One Monte-Carlo, Place du Casino, 98000 Monaco.

Credefi Finance is set to redefine the investment landscape by launching the first NFT Bonds. This innovative product bridges traditional finance and blockchain technology, making high-yield investments accessible to a wider audience.

The evolution of the financial market is following an increasingly digital trajectory, and NFT Bonds (tokenized bonds in the form of NFTs) are emerging as a major innovation. In a world where blockchain is redefining access to financial instruments, players like Credefi are taking a pioneering role by integrating these bonds onto the blockchain, making these products accessible and liquid.

The NFT eldorado has turned into a frozen desert: 13.7 billion in volumes vanished, a crash worthy of the most beautiful digital illusions. Who will still bet on these mirages?

Recently, the art market has seen a surge in activity, fueled by increasing wealth and a growing appreciation for art. However, the current trajectory of the market raises questions about its sustainability. Ahead of NFT Paris 2025, 10101.art, a platform at the intersection of art, technology, and blockchain, explores the current state of the art market, the impact of digitalization on supply and demand, and the role of technology in shaping a more sustainable future for art.

The decentralized application (DApp) market is dominated by gaming and decentralized finance (DeFi), but artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining ground. In January, AI DApps recorded 2.2 million active users, signaling growing adoption. This evolution could shape the future of Web3 and cryptocurrencies.

French electronic consumer brand METAVISIO — THOMSON Computing recently launched its first NFT collection as part of its web3 laptop initiative in partnership with io.finnet named ‘Metavisio.’

Ultra, an innovative gaming platform, aims to become the “Netflix of Gaming” by offering an accessible and integrated gaming experience for Web2 and Web3 games. Their vision is to revolutionize the gaming industry by providing a unique platform that combines ease of use with a rich library of immersive games.

From January 31 to February 2, 2025, Alephium, a next-generation blockchain, will participate in CryptoXR, the second largest crypto conference in France, to organize a large-scale hackathon in partnership with LSW3 (League for Web3 Security). This event promises to make Auxerre the French capital of Web3, attracting over 3,000 visitors, 70 speakers, and innovative projects.

In January 2025, Coliseum, a renowned Web3 gaming platform, announced the creation of a $2 million investment fund to support the development of blockchain-based games. This initiative aims to accelerate the growth of promising projects in the Web3 gaming field by providing not only financial support but also access to a vast network of players, marketing resources, and strategic expertise.

Monaco – June 27-28, 2025: This summer, Monaco will become the global hub for innovation as it hosts a groundbreaking Web3 event from June 27 to June 28, 2025. After successfully organizing NFT FEST 2024 in Brussels, with an incredible lineup of speakers and partners—including Robby Yung, CEO of Animoca Brands, Luca Netz, CEO of Pudgy Penguins, Yuga Labs, ApeCoin (ApeDAO), OKX and Adidas—they are now rolling out a more wide-ranging program in Monaco, combining the WAIB Summit, NFT FEST, and Ordinals Monaco.

Ultra, a next-generation web3 gaming platform, and METAVISIO — THOMSON Computing, a publicly traded web2 consumer electronics giant, announced a partnership to integrate Ultra’s cutting-edge gaming and entertainment ecosystem into all METAVISIO — THOMSON Computing laptops. The collaboration will see THOMSON Computing’s high-quality European-made computing range preinstalled with a rich library of games including the high-stakes, tactical FPS game, “Ashes of Mankind,” providing seamless access to gaming and championing an era of innovation in gaming distribution, European sovereignty in technology, and the institutionalization of gaming.

Ethereum-based NFTs have reached an impressive weekly sales volume of 304 million dollars, marking a significant increase compared to the previous week. This performance highlights the growing importance of NFTs in the world of digital assets and the heightened interest from investors in these unique collections.