Art DeFi Magazine
Where Digital Art Meets Finance
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Table of Contents
| Section | Page | Edition Date |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial: Deeper, Not Wider | 1 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Feature: NFTs 2025 – Strategic Comeback | 2 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Inside XER & Hypsoverse | 4 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| DAO Governance Unpacked | 6 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Corporate NFT Adoption | 8 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Artist Interview: Beeple | 10 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Market Outlook & Trends | 12 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Technology Update: Robotor | 14 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| Legal & Compliance | 16 | May 1, 2025 |
| Patron Economy & Accounting | 18 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Community Commentary | 20 | Ongoing |
| Classifieds | 22 | Ongoing |
| Next Edition Previews | 24 | Sep 1, 2025 |
Editorial Spread (Page 1)
Editorial: Deeper, Not Wider
“Each article is enhanced daily to go deeper rather than wider.”
— Editor-in-Chief [Name]
Feature (Page 2)
NFTs Are Making a Strategic Comeback
- Real-World Asset Tokenization: Physical assets like real estate, art, and commodities become tradeable NFTs.
- Bitcoin NFTs: Minting on Bitcoin adds new security and investor appeal.
- Corporate Adoption: Amazon, Salesforce, Starbucks use NFTs for loyalty and customer engagement.
- Tangibility & Rarity: Perks, memberships, and access replace pure speculation.
Inside XER & Hypsoverse (Page 4)
Integration of NFT Futures
- NFT futures enable liquidity, fractional investing, and speculation in high-value art.
- Hypsoverse.com blends curation with financial markets—trade future value of art in real time.
- Core framework: Tokenized exhibits, futures contracts, fractional ownership.
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Platform Highlight:
NFTures—Trade the future value of Bored Apes and CryptoPunks.
DAO Governance Unpacked (Page 6)
Curating via DAO
- Power shifts to community: Curate exhibits, vote on featured futures.
- DAO structure: Smart contracts, governance tokens, treasury management, proposals & voting.
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“DAO Workflows in XER Ecosystem”
Corporate NFT Adoption (Page 8)
Corporate Integration Cases
- Amazon, Salesforce, Starbucks: Membership, reward NFTs for long-term retention
- Strategy: Loyalty, personalization, bridging digital and real-world value.
Artist Interview (Page 10)
Beeple: Digital Art & Market Forces
- Everydays: The First 5000 Days – $69M NFT landmark.
- CROSSROADS – $6.6M secondary market dynamic NFT.
- Human One – Hybrid sculpture.
- Commentary & Collaborations: Political, social, and pop culture insights.
Quick Facts
- Featured Projects: Christie’s Auctions
- Collaborators: Louis Vuitton, Nike, Katy Perry
Market Outlook & Trends (Page 12)
Forecasts & Alpha
- Curatorial insights become alpha for predicting NFT & art market trends.
- NFT futures: Democratizing access, enhancing liquidity, blending speculation with curation.
Technology Update (Page 14; June Edition)
Automated Robot Sculptor – Robotor
- Carrara, Italy: Automated robot chisels marble and granite up to 15 feet tall.
- Restoration: Monumental Arch of Palmyra recreated in 5 weeks using 3D scans.
- Statement: “The robot-sculptor is already a reality, but the robot-artist will never exist!”
Patron Economy & Accounting (Page 18; July Edition)
XDALE’s Barter & Exchange Accounting Template
| Date | Tx ID | Listed Item | Received Item | XER Purchased | Market Value | Expenses | Final Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-01 | XDL-XXXXXX | Gold Watch | Artwork XX | XX XER | $XXXXX | $XX.XX | $XXX.XX | Swap |
All swaps timestamped; market valuation reflects liquidation value.
Community Commentary (Page 20; Ongoing)
Letters, Guest Essays, Announcements
- Dear Ms. ambitious minority retiree…
- How X-ERIES Token (XER) suits your sensibilities and ambitions.
- From: Doug Crosdale, Founder
Next Edition Previews (Page 24; September 2025)
Coming Up
- V-ART Spaces: Virtual exhibitions and real estate solutions.
- Staking Mechanisms: Yield, platform rewards.
- Artbtrage: Asset arbitrage & rollup exploits.
Advertising & Classifieds (Page 22)
- Event Announcements, NFT drops, Art Sales, Calls for Contributors.
June 1, 2025
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Richard Serra | The Matter of Time | The Guggenheim Museums and Foundation
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The following article discusses the benefits of mimicking the token $STYLE with the XER token, highlighting cross-chain usability on multiple EVM-chains, value preservation through digital assets, flexibility in asset management, and the importance of staking mechanisms. It emphasizes risk management, clear tokenomics, and governance for successful deployment. The next steps include research, community engagement, and technical implementation to ensure effective integration and support within the blockchain ecosystem.
Benefits of Mimicking $STYLE with XER:
0. The $STYLE Token was launched on ERC20 but has migrated across various EVM-chains. As of Mar 25, 2025 · $STYLE Token (STYLE) is worth $0.0009991 $STYLE is now available on ETH, BASE and ARB. The cross chain usability allows for better integration into future Web3 Game environments.
- Cross-Chain Usability: Like $STYLE, ensuring XER is available on multiple blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum) can enhance its interoperability and usability across different platforms
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. - Value Preservation: By swapping XER for digital artwork and NFTs, you can mitigate the impact of fiat currency inflation and interest rates, preserving the value of assets within the blockchain ecosystem
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. - Flexibility: Owners can choose when to swap their blockchain assets for cash, providing greater control over their investments and liquidity
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. - Staking and Utility: Implementing staking mechanisms and utility features similar to $STYLE can incentivize participation and enhance the token’s value within the ecosystem
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Considerations for Deployment: - Risk Management: Ensure robust risk management protocols to protect against volatility and scams, similar to the approach taken by Xerberus
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. - Tokenomics: Develop a clear tokenomics structure that supports long-term growth and community engagement
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. - Governance: Implement governance mechanisms that allow token holders to participate in decision-making processes, enhancing community trust and involvement
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Next Steps:
• Research and Development: Conduct thorough research on existing models like $STYLE and Xerberus to understand their strengths and weaknesses.
• Community Engagement: Engage with your community to gather feedback and build support for your token.
• Technical Implementation: Develop and test the technical aspects of your token to ensure seamless integration and functionality.