Asia’s Largest Web3 Event Token2049 Exclusively Unveils Over $100M worth of NFT Assets

Token2049, Asia’s premier crypto conference, announced that it will showcase a first-of-its-kind, immersive NFT experience, titled the Op3n Whale NFT Exhibition, at its upcoming Singapore edition from September 28-29. The exhibition will present NFT assets with a market value of over $100 million. This will be the first time such a collection owned by a single entity has ever been exhibited to the public.

The exhibition was developed by Op3n, a Web3 IP and community launch pad, and Whale, the versatile members’ club with a treasury that includes the world’s largest collection of rare, valuable NFTs spanning gaming, art and virtual real estate.

Raphael Strauch, founder of Token2049, said: “Today’s Web3 ecosystem reflects the exciting creativity and innovation brought by a myriad of industries through their growing interest in NFTs – and so much of this is happening in Asia. We have an exciting program for our participants, and this exhibition is just one part.”

Showcasing creatives, brands and curators from the region who exemplify the global dynamic of East meets West, the exhibition will make its exclusive debut at Asia’s largest Web3 event and Token2049’s largest ever conference in its history. An estimated 7,000 visitors are expected to attend.

The exhibition includes artworks by renowned digital artist Pak, known for spearheading Sotheby’s first ever NFT sale; leading glitch artist Xcopy; Milanese artist duo Hackatao; and award-winning Asian-American photographer Michael Yamashita.

Token2049 Singapore will also feature a rotating display of generative art masterpieces from MoMa’s permanent collection artist Brendan Dawes and Instagram photography sensation Ryosuke Kosuge. These works will be displayed at Whale’s solo stand at the conference.

Acclaimed NFT collector and Whale founder WhaleShark said: “Non-fungible technology has ignited a global digital renaissance of art and culture, and the opportunity to partner with Token2049 and Op3n to showcase some of the earliest and most recognized pioneers in this sector is truly an honour. The exhibition shines a spotlight on this inevitable art revolution focusing on a time-tested creative industry, rather than the flavor of the month.”

In addition, attendees will be able to see Op3n’s latest NFT release ‘A3’, developed by YOON and VERBAL behind the iconic Tokyo-based fashion brand Ambush. The iconic phygital “A3” NFT will be presented uniquely in a glass case on the show floor.

“Art, culture and technology are intersecting in exciting and brand new ways, with many industry firsts taking place around the world,” said Jaeson Ma, co-CEO and founder of Op3n, the world’s premier modern NFT experience brand. “From digital creators and traditional artists to fashion brands like Ambush that have expanded their presence in the NFT space, we’re bringing together an incredible pool of talent to celebrate and honor their work.”

Ma will also address a panel on the future of IP and community in Web3 on September 29 at 14:45 together with Verbal, who will talk more about “A3” in detail.

Token2049 Singapore’s agenda will feature a series of discussions touching on the latest developments in the Web3 ecosystem – from the global crypto macro-narrative, the rise of Web3 gaming, the emerging social and creative economy, the future of AI and generative art, present and future Web3- infrastructure and much more.

As part of Asia Crypto Week, Token2049 attendees can expect to attend a full range of side events, conferences, networking events, workshops and parties taking place throughout the week.

Please visit the website for more information and continued updates on Token2049 Singapore.

About Token2049

Token2049 is a leading Web3 event, held annually in Singapore and London, where decision makers in the global crypto ecosystem connect to exchange ideas, network and shape the industry. Token2049 is a global meeting place for entrepreneurs, institutions, industry insiders, investors and those with a strong interest in the crypto and blockchain industry.

About Op3n

Founded in 2021 as a subsidiary of EST Media Holdings, Op3n envisions a world where communities can come together to create, own and bring their ideas to the world. Op3n’s mission is to be a starting point for ideas and communities to create meaningful experiences together. By consolidating the tools needed to create, share and engage with NFTs and digital tokens into one vertical stack, Op3n leverages its cross-industry expertise from the entertainment, gaming and technology ecosystems to lay the foundation for a new era with community-driven, inclusive entertainment while bringing everyone together on a journey into Web3.

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