Weekly Newsletter - December 7

Marketplace Update, Last Chance to Apply to DCL Summit and Wellness Week Open Call, and lots of exciting events this week in Decentraland!

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Decentraland Foundation
December 07, 2023


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News

Customize Your Digital Identity Using Your Favorite Currency

Powered by Axelar x Squid, cross-chain purchases have come to Decentraland’s Marketplace! Want to learn more? Listen to the recording of a Twitter Space with Axelar x Squid that dives into this exciting update!

The Latest from the Decentraland Foundation

The most recent Community All Hands with the Decentraland Foundation took place yesterday, during which the Foundation’s recent and future work was covered. Watch the recording in the link below if you missed it!

Develop Your Personal Brand: Find Success in Decentraland

The community is full of talented individuals be they Wearable creators, builders, event planners, Web3 consultants, and more. While talent is certainly not in short supply, the knowledge of how to best market your creations and services may not be as easy to come by.

Join a community session with the Foundation and DAO’s marketing teams to learn tips and tricks that will help you and your special skills find success in Decentraland next Friday, Dec 15 at 6pm UTC.

Last Chance: Artist Open Call for Decentraland Wellness Week

Be part of the first ever Decentraland Wellness Week! From January 24-26, 2024, #DCLWW24 will highlight the latest, most holistic approaches to wellness, offering activities that span across physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and environmental approaches to health, all designed to help attendees reset, recharge, and refocus. 

Creators are invited to submit proposals for new 3D experiences, installations, or interactive games to be included in the event digital plaza and official program. 

There are three award tiers, with a combined prize pool of $15,000 USDT. Applications are now open through Dec 10—don’t wait, apply now!

Final Call to Apply to the Decentraland Community Summit & Scholarship—Deadline Dec 8!

The first-ever IRL Decentraland Community Summit will take place May 22-24, 2024, in Argentina, the birthplace of Decentraland! An invite-only event, attendance depends on your application. If selected, attendees just need to get themselves to Argentina and all of the lodging, dining, and social activities will be covered!

Read the official Summit announcement to learn the full details.

Summit Travel Scholarship Approved: Apply Now

If covering your flights poses a challenge for you, don’t give up hope just yet! Thanks to a DAO grant that was just passed this week, a limited number of travel scholarships will be available for attendees in need—just don’t forget to apply. Applying for the Summit does not automatically put you in the running for a travel scholarship. You must additionally fill out the scholarship application.

Share your thoughts at the next Decentraland DAO Town Hall


What’s on your mind? What’s happening in our community? What pressing issues do we need to address? What Proposals and Grants are up for Vote? Stay up to date with the DAO and attend the monthly Town Hall next Thursday, Dec 14 at 8:30pm UTC.

Events

🚀 ART Basel Watch Party Hosted by Blockparty at Automatic Slims | Decentraland Events


When: Saturday, Dec 09 from 5:00am to 5:30am UTC
Where: (-65,-31)

Experience the Fusion of Art and Blockchain. Witness the unique blend of WillieT's artistic vision and INKEEZE Tattoo Product Giveaways during the event.

‘Silent Dialogues: Photographs That Speak Volumes’ | Decentraland Events


When: Opens Sunday, Dec 10 7:00am UTC
Where: (-31, 140)

The Pep Art Gallery is proud to present ‘Silent Dialogues: Photographs That Speak Volumes’, an immersive photo gallery event showcasing the diverse and captivating talent and ability to take the beauty of the world around us and leveraging the transformative power of Decentraland, we aim to share these masterpieces with global audiences, fostering cross- cultural understanding and appreciation for the boundless creativity of DCL art community.

WonderZone - Shared Meteors Launch Event + Giveaway! | Decentraland Events


When: Sunday, Dec 10 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm UTC
Where: (-29, 55)

The highly anticipated new feature, Shared Meteors, has finally come to WonderMine! With this update we're introducing a NEW type of meteor. The extra large, golden meteor, is shared - meaning all players see the same meteor at the same time. Only the fastest 10 players will be able to mine it - it's a race against time! Or maybe it's a collaborative effort? Either way, extra loot is in store for the lucky 10.

IMAG DJ - @ Bufalo Saloon | Decentraland Events


When: Sunday, Dec 10 from 8:01pm to 9:01pm UTC
Where: (-100, -94)

Reigning from Dallas, Texas, IMAG is a Producer/DJ with a sound and energy of his own. Curating an original house and techno wave, he is beginning to gain support across the industry. At an early age IMAG fell in love with the rave scene and knew right away that he wanted to deliver that same experience. IMAG put in his production the energy he received from attending events and found a love for the 4x4 bass sound.

Mo Beatz | Decentraland Events


When: Monday, Dec 11 from 2:00am to 4:00am UTC
Where: (-65,-37)

Come hang out with Stoney Eye and help make a song. At this event you can watch and have input on a song being created right before your eyes, After the event you will get airdropped an attendance token NFT. 


This episode we have special guest producer. Omito Beats is a 27-year-old Canadian music producer with over a decade of experience making beats in a wide range of genres, from hip-hop and pop to indie rock and electronic.

Opening Party with live music by DJ JeyJey | Decentraland Events


When: Monday, Dec 11 from 9:00pm to 10:00pm UTC
Where: (-71, 116)

Come to discover the new Facemoons gallery, enjoy live music from DJ JeyJey, participate in giveaways and collect your poap at the party. We will wait for you!!

[The Inn] ZOORAB | Decentraland Events


When: Tuesday, Dec 12 from 8:00pm to 9:00pm UTC
Where: (137, -2)

ZOORAB: Musician, professional opera and pop singer. Since 2005 he has been actively performing as a DJ in the style of progressive house, minimal techno. Also a producer. Author of many works in various styles. Today he gives recitals, writes new music.

[The Inn] D-Noise | Decentraland Events


When: Thursday, Dec 14 from 8:00pm to 9:00pm UTC
Where: (137, -2)

D-NOISE is LIVE! Don't miss this final performance of the week from the ZHEST family!

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