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Great to catch up with Lisanne Haack in Barcelona — awesome to see the tradart world recognizing the value of digital art 🎨 See you at Art Basel Miami Beach!

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Antonio Banderas, representing the world of culture, was on cloud nine to chat with Pope Leo after his speech. To the applause of the packed giant sports and event arena in Madrid, Banderas affirmed: „The relationship between the Catholic Church and art has not only been fruitful: it has been decisive.” „We are not afraid to say that the Church has been the greatest producer of art in the history of humanity.” „At the heart of this creative impulse is the one who transcends centuries, styles, and cultures, and who has certainly been the most represented figure in the history of art: Jesus Christ,” Banderas said tonight. In a meeting that seeks to answer what does it mean to the world today to „Lift up your eyes” - the theme of the trip to Spain, Banderas said that „Art must be an alternative to all forms of violence.” „Just as Christ himself did, the artist must act with courage and not abandon being a critical voice to society, to art itself, and to religion itself.” Video: Vatican Media

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Welcome to the sneak peek of our Ekos Genesis Art Gallery. All 1/1 original digital art hand-crafted by David Maisel, Founder of Marvel Studios, with acclaimed artists Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald & the Mythos Studios team. Enjoy with sound on 🔊

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Today in our Collector Focus, we're highlighting ᑎIᗯIᑎ, one of the key figures in the digital art community who operates under this pseudonym. His impressive collection features works from generative art, AI art, and crypto art.

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From ancient inscriptions to timeless works of art, from maps that chart our past to the living literature of our language — every artifact tells the story of who we are. Preserving them is preserving the identity of a people. The Tamil Digital Library, part of the Tamil Virtual Academy, has grown from 1.5 crore views in 2021 to over 17 crore today. Last week, we launched its upgraded version with advanced search, multimedia features, and global accessibility, making it one of the leading digital libraries in the world. Grateful to our Hon’ble Chief Minister M.K.Stalin for his vision in keeping Tamil’s digital heritage a priority. 🔗

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ᴀ ɴᴇᴡ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ — ᴊᴏɪɴɪɴɢ ᴠᴇʀꜱᴇ Over the years, I’ve worn many hats in the art world: artist, non-profit director, curator, publisher, gallerist, and advisor to collectors and institutions. Though photography has been a throughline in much of that work, my interest in contemporary art more broadly reaches far and wide, continually pulling me toward practices that stretch perception and redefine possibility. While I’ve always been drawn to physical art – painting, mixed-media, artist books, etc. – my curiosity for digital art runs just as deep, and I've long been fascinated by the evolving ways we create and engage with art. Digital art has an unexpected tactility. Even when encountered on a screen or in ephemeral gallery installations, it often carries a material presence that’s hard to explain, yet deeply felt. That sense only intensified after 2020, when I became immersed in the world of web3, and blockchain’s implications for visual art really clicked (digital authenticity, ownership, provenance). New ways to make and to be a part of art also emerged during this time. Since then, I’ve been continually challenged and inspired by this new generation of artists, like witnessing a sort of on-chain Renaissance. Naturally, I started collecting and participating when and where I could, and my perspective and appreciation have only expanded and grown. As the space has evolved over this time, so too has a clear need: a dedicated, art-focused home for digital art, one that serves both seasoned collectors and the newly curious, cutting through noise with clarity and care. Most big platforms have drifted away from this vision, where the art itself can feel like an afterthought. verse has always stood out to me with a quiet confidence and a deep commitment to a more intentional, curated, artist and collector-centered approach that continues to resonate. Over the past year, I’ve naturally gravitated to using the platform more often – first, for discovering artists through gallery releases, and more recently through the thoughtful rollout of the beta secondary marketplace (the dedicated artist portfolios and organized gallery programs are a total game changer!). There is something here that not just works, but feels necessary. Which is why I’m thrilled to share that I will be joining verse to help to shape what comes next. I’ll be leading various secondary market efforts, including auctions and art advisory, as well as contributing ideas to help refine the product and collector experience as Verse grows into THE platform for digital art. The team is full of some of the hardest-working and most passionate people in the space, and there’s a commitment to preserving a focus on art while always buzzing with the possibility of what else can be built. It’s infectious. There are too many exciting things in the roadmap and I can’t spill those (yet). But, what’s coming? Chef’s kiss. One thing I can share today is that we’re kicking things off with something very special: an upcoming secondary market auction bringing together exceptional works from across the ecosystem. Some of you are already aware, or maybe heard about it on the Verse podcast. I’d love to hear from you (DMs are open), so please feel free to reach out if you’re thinking of parting with a piece or seeking something specific at the moment. This auction will be a celebration of where digital art is today and where it’s headed – with no eye-watering buyer’s premiums and collector-friendly terms that actually make more sense for web3. It’s truly by and for the community. Learn more below ↓
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ᴀ ɴᴇᴡ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ — ᴊᴏɪɴɪɴɢ ᴠᴇʀꜱᴇ Over the years, I’ve worn many hats in the art world: artist, non-profit director, curator, publisher, gallerist, and advisor to collectors and institutions. Though photography has been a throughline in much of that work, my interest in contemporary art more broadly reaches far and wide, continually pulling me toward practices that stretch perception and redefine possibility. While I’ve always been drawn to physical art – painting, mixed-media, artist books, etc. – my curiosity for digital art runs just as deep, and I've long been fascinated by the evolving ways we create and engage with art. Digital art has an unexpected tactility. Even when encountered on a screen or in ephemeral gallery installations, it often carries a material presence that’s hard to explain, yet deeply felt. That sense only intensified after 2020, when I became immersed in the world of web3, and blockchain’s implications for visual art really clicked (digital authenticity, ownership, provenance). New ways to make and to be a part of art also emerged during this time. Since then, I’ve been continually challenged and inspired by this new generation of artists, like witnessing a sort of on-chain Renaissance. Naturally, I started collecting and participating when and where I could, and my perspective and appreciation have only expanded and grown. As the space has evolved over this time, so too has a clear need: a dedicated, art-focused home for digital art, one that serves both seasoned collectors and the newly curious, cutting through noise with clarity and care. Most big platforms have drifted away from this vision, where the art itself can feel like an afterthought. verse has always stood out to me with a quiet confidence and a deep commitment to a more intentional, curated, artist and collector-centered approach that continues to resonate. Over the past year, I’ve naturally gravitated to using the platform more often – first, for discovering artists through gallery releases, and more recently through the thoughtful rollout of the beta secondary marketplace (the dedicated artist portfolios and organized gallery programs are a total game changer!). There is something here that not just works, but feels necessary. Which is why I’m thrilled to share that I will be joining verse to help to shape what comes next. I’ll be leading various secondary market efforts, including auctions and art advisory, as well as contributing ideas to help refine the product and collector experience as Verse grows into THE platform for digital art. The team is full of some of the hardest-working and most passionate people in the space, and there’s a commitment to preserving a focus on art while always buzzing with the possibility of what else can be built. It’s infectious. There are too many exciting things in the roadmap and I can’t spill those (yet). But, what’s coming? Chef’s kiss. One thing I can share today is that we’re kicking things off with something very special: an upcoming secondary market auction bringing together exceptional works from across the ecosystem. Some of you are already aware, or maybe heard about it on the Verse podcast. I’d love to hear from you (DMs are open), so please feel free to reach out if you’re thinking of parting with a piece or seeking something specific at the moment. This auction will be a celebration of where digital art is today and where it’s headed – with no eye-watering buyer’s premiums and collector-friendly terms that actually make more sense for web3. It’s truly by and for the community. Learn more below ↓

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