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Developer(s) | Ecomi |
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Initial release | 2018 |
Operating system | Android, iOS |
Website | www |
VeVe is a mobile application available for Android and iOS devices, developed by Ecomi. The app serves as a platform for the buying and selling of licensed digital collectibles,[1][2] utilizing non-fungible token (NFT) technology. VeVe has the distinction of being the first marketplace to offer NFTs from prominent brands such as Marvel, DC, Disney, Star Wars, Givenchy, Coca-Cola, and Pixar.[3][4][5][6][7][8]
History
VeVe has formed several partnerships with major licensors to offer unique digital collectibles to its users. In June 2021, VeVe collaborated with Givenchy to release a series of NFT art pieces by Amar Singh to support LGBTQIA+ causes.[9][10][11]
Later, in August 2021, VeVe partnered with Marvel Entertainment to release the first-ever NFT of Spider-Man.[12][13][14] VeVe also partnered with Star Trek in September 2021 to offer NFTs based on iconic starships, such as the Enterprise-D and Borg Cube.[15][16][17]
In November 2021, VeVe collaborated with the United States Postal Service to create NFT stamp collectibles commemorating the Day of the Dead holiday, followed by a Christmas-themed set released in December of the same year.[18][19][20]
Additionally, VeVe partnered with Disney in November 2021 to release a series of NFT collectibles called "Golden Moments," featuring beloved characters from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.[21][22][23] VeVe continued to work with Disney, releasing a collection for the iconic Steamboat Willie character in December 2021[24][25] and a set of interactive lenticular card collectibles from Mickey & Friends in February 2022.[26]
VeVe also teamed up with Lamborghini in February 2023 to release a set of 3D digital collectibles based on the Huracán STO line of sports cars.[27][28]
Controversy
VeVe has received some criticism for their use of blockchain technology. In February 2022, Chaosium, the makers of Call of Cthulhu, suspended the production of their NFTs on VeVe following criticism from some of their user base.[29]
VeVe also received criticism from some fans of Sesame Street in March of 2023 when they partnered with Sesame Workshop to release an animated digital collectible of the Cookie Monster, with fans criticizing the environmental impact of NFTs.[30][31] However, VeVe NFTs are built on the Immutable-X blockchain, which is carbon-neutral.[32]
References
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- ^ Collier, Katies (November 12, 2021). "Disney Plus subscription is £1.99 this week only and more Disney Plus Day offers". Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Buckley, Madeline (October 29, 2021). "Disney Gets in on the NFT Action for Disney+ Day". The Pop Insider. The Pop Insider. Retrieved November 13, 2021.
- ^ "Eternals gather for Marvel Mightys Digital Collectibles". Marvel. Marvel. Retrieved November 13, 2021.
- ^ Spangler, Todd (November 11, 2021). "Hollywood's NFT Gold Rush: Behind the Hope and Hype". Variety. Variety. Retrieved November 13, 2021.
- ^ "Disney+ Day : tout savoir sur la journée événement organisée ce vendredi 12 novembre par la plate-forme de streaming". CNEWS. CNEWS. November 10, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ "The Rise and Rise of NFT Artworks". Vanity Fair. Vanity Fair. July 27, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ "Givenchy Parfums has launched its first NFT in support of LGBTQIA+ causes". Premium Beauty News. Premium Beauty News. June 21, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Palermo, Laura (June 17, 2021). "Givenchy parfumes lancia un Nft per il mese del pride". MF Fashion. MF Fashion. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ "Billion Dollar Boom: NFT Rainmakers". Vanity Fair. Vanity Fair. February 15, 2022. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ "VeVe to Bring Fans a Disney Digital Collectible Experience". License Global. License Global. Retrieved November 13, 2021.
- ^ "Marvel, VeVe Bring Spider-Man to Digital Collecting". License Global. License Global. August 6, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ "Spider-Man Swings into the World of Digital Collectibles". Marvel. Marvel. August 6, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ "VeVe Partners with Star Trek for First Series of Digital Collectibles". License Global. License Global. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Buckley, Madeleine (September 7, 2021). "Star Trek Joins the NFT Galaxy with New Digital Collectibles from VeVe". Pop Insider. Pop Insider. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Pickett, Daniel (September 8, 2021). "VeVe Partners with Star Trek For First Series of Digital Collectibles". Action Figure Insider. Action Figure Insider. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Bigalke, Jay (November 5, 2021). "Day of the Dead digital art sold out in less than a second". Linn's Stamp News. Linn's Stamp News. Retrieved January 24, 2022.
- ^ Heckman, Jory (January 21, 2022). "USPS, building off popular licensing deals, branches out into stamp NFTs". Federal News Network. Federal News Network. Retrieved January 24, 2022.
- ^ Leclair, Dave (January 21, 2022). "Even USPS Has NFTs Now". How-To Geek. How-To Geek. Retrieved January 24, 2022.
- ^ Durham, Madison (November 9, 2021). "Disney+ Day has arrived—here's everything you should know". USA Today. USA Today. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Spangler, Todd (November 11, 2021). "Hollywood's NFT Gold Rush: Behind the Hope and Hype". Variety. Variety. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Perez, Sarah (November 13, 2021). "This Week in Apps: Court orders Apple to implement App Store changes, 2022 forecast, TikTok tries gaming". TechCrunch. TechCrunch. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Hardy, Sam (December 26, 2021). "Disney Drops Most Iconic Mickey Mouse NFT Collection". Chronicles News. Chronicles News. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Grant, Sam (December 25, 2021). "Ubisoft is not backing down despite backlash, Disney & VeVe announce another NFT collection – NFT Weekly". Securities.io. Securities.io. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
- ^ Boardwine, Andrew (February 7, 2022). "Another Disney Offering Sells Out Just Minutes After Being Made Available". Inside Disney. Inside Disney. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
- ^ Hiken, Asa (February 15, 2023). "Lamborghini to drop new batch of NFTs". Ad Age. Ad Age. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ "Lamborghini and VeVe Launch NFT Collectables". License Global. License Global. February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ Hoffer, Christian (February 16, 2022). "Call of Cthulhu Maker Chaosium Suspends NFT Program After Backlash". ComicBook.com. ComicBook.com. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
- ^ Ede-Osifo, Uwa (March 15, 2023). "Some 'Sesame Street' fans say Cookie Monster NFTs don't honor the show's original legacy". NBC News. NBC News. Retrieved March 22, 2023.
- ^ Bharanidharan, Sadhana (March 15, 2023). "First-ever Sesame Street NFTs to launch on VeVe". Kidscreen. Kidscreen. Retrieved March 22, 2023.
- ^ Bruner, Raisa (November 18, 2021). "Are Environmentally Friendly NFTs Possible?". Time. Time. Retrieved March 22, 2023.