The digital polis: Network states in the blockchain era
Blockchain-based network states are emerging as digital nations that challenge traditional governance by offering customisable, opt-in communities based on shared values rather than geographical boundaries. It is about the power of individuals to choose their own path, build communities and step outside traditional systems of governance.
Exodus the self-care wallet
The Exodus wallet is a self-service cryptocurrency wallet designed to give people financial autonomy.
El Salvador leads the way in implementing a decentralised governance model
One of President Bukele's New Year's resolutions is to install Bitcoin nodes in every home in El Salvador. This initiative aims to accelerate the development of a decentralised nation-state model in the country.
What are stablecoins and how do they work?
The purpose of stablecoins is to maintain price stability and bridge the gap between fiat money and cryptocurrencies. They are linked to traditional assets, such as paper money or gold, making them a relatively less volatile alternative than typical cryptocurrencies. Promising faster transactions and lower costs, stablecoins are an alternative to traditional banking solutions.
Ethereum Pectra: A new era of on-chain experience
With the Ethereum upgrade starting in 2025, the network will be faster, more scalable and easier to use. It will also change the way users interact with applications on the chain every day.
Robolution interview
According to Robolution, our society is made up of screen-viewing zombies, which he reflects in his work in urban environments.
The recycled world
The painting is a complex series of images reflecting on the polluting impact of humanity on the environment and one way of avoiding it is to recycle. Or rather, that the possibility of this and the fate of our planet is in our hands alone.
It belongs in a museum – 0036 Mark
The képező latest exhibition of the gallery, whose concept focuses on the relationship between street art, pop culture and art history. The street art artist, who has maintained his anonymity for years, prefers to combine popular fairy tale characters with various pop and socio-cultural phenomena.
Bitcoin is not afraid of Google's Willow chip
In fact, Satoshi predicted the quantum computing threat 14 years ago. Bitcoin developers are building solutions to problems that don't even exist yet.
Interview with street artist Dartes
He doesn't have much patience when it comes to painting, but he likes to work a lot on his posters and digital graphics and spend time on smaller details. He always has an urge to create something. It's been with him since he was little and will probably stay with him forever.
The XRP token is the Trojan horse of the financial elite
Spoiler alert: It's not decentralisation, freedom or anything that aligns with the spirit of Bitcoin.
The Wonders of Space
In Tárnok, the most famous sci-fi film characters of 20th century pop culture come to life in the noise barrier next to the MÁV railway station.
Vitalik Buterin's vision will change everything you know about finance
In 2015, one man launched a technology that challenged governments, banks and the very concept of money. His goal is a world where power is distributed and systems cannot be shut down.
Interview with street artist Imola
How terribly funny it would be if someone covered the streets with their own breasts. Imola's posters depict the point in a rather abstract way, which is rather a gag on her part. The idea started out as a visual social experiment that she could smile at.
The silent giant awakens: business leaders see the transformational potential of Ethereum
Ethereum, once a silent giant in the shadow of Bitcoin, is emerging as a transformative force in business, fuelled by institutional takeover, technological advances and a vision of a decentralised future.
Dragonfire Mission - storybook
We have grown up with traditional fairy tales, but now we have to pass them on to our children in a modern guise. The book is adorned with beautiful full-page colour illustrations and a wealth of exciting inter-textual graphics to keep young readers/listeners engaged. The drawings echo the motifs of medieval frescoes and codices. This modern tale, rooted in our past, has been put to paper by Zsoldos Prize-winning author Ágnes Gaura Gaura.
DAO: Decentralized Autonomous Organization
As we explore the limits of what is possible in the world of DAOs, it becomes increasingly clear that people have the power to rewrite economic and social systems. The power of decentralisation is not just a technological innovation, but a new way of looking at things, where shared goals and values are at the forefront.
The masks we want to unmask: the psychology of unmasking anonymous figures
The internet age has created a space where individuals can build communities, create art, and even start global financial revolutions in the guise of anonymity.
NO PIC NO PROOF: Break the algorithm
The NO PIC NO PROOF installation is an abstract, dramatised and spatialised snapshot where the profiles that represent us on social media take physical form and take reality away from us. When someone at a rock concert holds up their phone and "lives" the event on Facebook, the question is: who is enjoying the concert? Is it them or their Facebook profile?
Firewall painting of Hanna Szenes
The work, which honours the memory of the martyred poet and paratrooper, is part of a series of commemorations organised by the Hungarian Jewish Heritage Foundation and the Government of Hungary to mark the 80th anniversary of the Holocaust in Hungary.
MetaMask Card: a crypto debit card for everyday purchases
MetaMask, a popular crypto wallet, launches a debit card. No bank is needed to spend cryptocurrencies. This not only paves the way for greater acceptance, but is also in line with MetaMask's vision of empowering people to take care of themselves.
Mr. Zero - Revolution is my name
Mr. Zero's work in Berlin brings to life a rebellious punk culture that also reflects the digital noise that surrounds us. He combines this with various characters from his own post-apocalyptic cyberpunk universe.
Neopaint – Urban Jungle
The latest mural of the Rhodium office building, where the industrial area of Angyalföld meets nature.
Squirrels greet children with special educational needs on school walls
With this painting, the artists of muralpaint.hu would like to draw attention to the role of the institution. The mural is a woodland detail, as there are many trees in the surroundings and squirrels are fortunately to be found in this part of the city.
Apollo Gallery contemporary commercial gallery and event space opens at Corvin Palace
Hungary's largest private gallery awaits visitors with regularly updated art exhibitions in the Corvin Palace building, which is shining in its former glory. Apollo Gallery also attracts the Budapest public as a flexible rental venue.
Laci Nikon is the graffiti artist of the Hungarian film industry
Laci Nikon brings to life the street style and streetscapes of 1980s New York's "golden era" in her Netflix series Eric. His work can be seen in quite a few other film worlds, where he appears in several graffiti and hundreds of different street doodles. He is the only one who can be found doing graffiti and illustration work for filmmakers.
Democratising finance: how RWAs are reshaping the future of investing
Real-World Assets (RWA) breaks down the walls of traditional finance and opens the door for everyone to invest in assets such as real estate and art.
The future of finance: a deep dive into the DeFi revolution
DeFi, the revolutionary power of finance, is breaking down the barriers that have long excluded countless individuals from accessing basic financial services. It welcomes you with open arms and a helping hand to anyone who wants to take control of their financial future.
Web3: the dawn of a new internet or just another tech fad?
We look at the potential benefits, daunting challenges and ultimate trajectory of Web3, exploring its potential to transform industries, redefine ownership and empower individuals in the digital age.
AIR BOMB: Promoting the Web3 Fitness Revolution
Can AI, blockchain and social incentives revolutionise the way we approach fitness?
King Freak's biggest film paste-up
How cool is it to see your favourite American producer while you're waiting for the tram, and then find yourself on the set of his film the next day as a street art designer.
Miss KK – MODERN RENAISSANCE
Miss KK reworked her favourite Renaissance paintings and paired them with characters from her childhood. The theme of the exhibition was based around her painting "Boticelli - Birth of Venus". It was the first painting in which nudity was not portrayed as a sin.
Imre Fork - NEO_GEN3.SYS
The largest projected graffiti in the country was the theme of this year's 8th Zsolnay Festival of Light in the centre of Pécs. Fork's idea was to create a modern creation story, where there is a central figure who can be seen as both real and imaginary.
Interview with Andi Polgár
Andi Polgár's vivid illustrations shake up the daily events. Her work is a favourite of respected people and artists alike.
The Rise of SHIB
Explore the Shiba Inu saga—the mesmerizing and inspiring story of the samurai pup that took the world by storm, making its mark in history as the meme that became a cultural phenomenon.
Muralinas: The God of the Wind episode
Muralinas was founded in 2022 by Stella Koleszár, visual artist, glass artist and Borbála Komesz, visual artist. They are working to create as many colourful wall surfaces as possible, not only in Budapest, but also in several small towns.
Nature is our greatest treasure and should be protected at all costs
We are all familiar with the infinite beauty and richness of nature, yet we often forget that this treasure is not infinite. The consequences of human activities, such as industrialisation, agricultural intensification and urbanisation, are causing serious damage to the environment. Now is the time to take our responsibility seriously and act to protect nature.
Arbitrum network is the future of Ethereum
Arbitrum is one of the most popular Ethereum scaling solutions designed to speed up transaction times and reduce Ethereum fees. It has a strong community and a diverse ecosystem.
GET UP! - urban art festival in Pécs
Urban art festival awaits urban art lovers in Pécs from 24 May to 22 September. Renowned Hungarian and foreign street artists will present their work at the Street Up international exhibition in the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter. A skateboarding exhibition entitled Art of Skate will be on display in the downtown Pécs Gallery, while hip-hop and skateboarding shows, professional workshops, lectures and guided tours will also be part of the festival programme until September.
Picasso - legend 2050
Art history in a novel, a touch of science fiction, a terrace door dividing worlds, mysteries galore, investigations, a journey from New York to Paris to Antibes, 1925 to 2051.
Welly is the first Shiba Inu themed shop in Italy
SHIBA INU has partnered with fast food franchise Welly, transforming their eatery into a Shiba Inu wonderland, with fluffy Shiba decor and the option to pay with SHIB. Their collaboration could pioneer the real-time practical application of blockchain technology.
Bitcoin is healthy money
Bitcoin gives EVERYONE equal ownership and freedom. The fiat currency system is designed to work for the working class forever. The rich get richer while the poor get poorer. Bitcoin levels the playing field.
Mastodon: the decentralised social network
Mastodon is one of the best decentralised social media platforms, offering users an alternative to mainstream centralised platforms. It has more than 10 million registered users. It operates on a federated model where several independent servers, called "instances", form a network.
AAFK interview
Anny and Felipe are a pair of artists with a strong background in graphics and illustration. When they decided to take to the streets and start painting, they found a wonderful community and a new way to experience art and culture away from the office and computers.
Rawman interview
I am confident that, in terms of creation, I can be part of a process that will change and evolve over time. And it's pervasive and inspiring when there is a person's personality, energy and message behind a style.
Bitcoin and money
The biggest mistake you can make is not understanding how money works. The younger you are, the better your chances of becoming rich if you understand how money works.
Shiba Inu is a pioneer of collective decentralisation
Launched in August 2020 by an anonymous person known as Ryoshi, Shiba Inu is the first token that is 100% community-operated and aims to create a decentralised standard.
HOEK's Mexican-style restaurant decor
What you can see from him at the moment is a decorative painting for a Mexican restaurant called Sombreros Taqueria. His clients wanted to evoke the visual aspects of this rich culture in addition to their food.
Symbols of knowledge and ideas appear on the walls of a school in Bulgaria
Taker combined a stack of books and a light bulb with his usual splash effects. The idea is not too complicated: the books as knowledge and the light bulb as a symbol of thoughts and ideas, showing their connection.
Cüvé interview
Cüvé enjoys painting as a graffiti artist, thus reinforcing female participation in the subculture.