Valve has added a new rule to its “What you shouldn’t publish on Steam” list that prohibits the distribution of games that use blockchain technology or allow users to exchange non-fungible tokens (NFTs) or cryptocurrencies.
The change was noticed by SpacePirate, a developer working on an NFT-based game, who explained that the change was made because the company does not allow game items that have real-world value.
However, MoonNation has come to the rescue. @MoonNation0 has said that it is open for all games to use the native token Moon Nation Bridge, or MNB, and it will be the largest platform used by crypto gamers with their API, blockchain tech and P2E, allowing crypto enthusiasts to create games and so much more.
MoonNation, which promised that the Moon Nation Bridge will have its API for game developers, is now ready to be the “Steam of Cryptocurrency.” Reportedly, they are now fast-tracking the development of MNB to be the actual player in online gaming — bridging cryptocurrency, play-to-earn & gaming in the metaverse.
The Moon Nation Bridge allows users to access the MNG balance directly by connecting the user’s wallet to the platform. Users may exchange their MNG token into MNB, the local currency, and then spend that money to purchase games, use spent points to play games on an hourly basis, in-game exchange currency, and many more.
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Moon Nation is the biggest space-based role-playing game ever created on the Binance Smart Chain. MNG is the entry point into this space adventure, and it is a rock-solid utility token with reflections and burns on every transaction. Users holding MNG tokens are considered native residents of Moon Nation. To travel to other countries or other planets, players require a passport that may be acquired by collecting tokens or by participating in events like pre-sales.
The passport is in the form of NFTs. These NFTs are the determinants of a user’s rank in the game. The reward system is intended to maintain the game competitively and make it possible to explore other worlds, even for those players who are not particularly active. Sometimes, conflict may break out between various groups in the game. The winning community receives advantages from the homeless community. In this manner, it looks more like an online virtual casino where the in-game currency acts as chips, and MNG functions as the fiat money. Talking about visuals, MoonNation’s drawings and the animation looks pretty genuine, which immerses the player in the game, drifting in the infinite space aboard an alien spacecraft.
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The MNG token has been meticulously constructed to be an excellent investment vehicle that will grow for decades rather than days while acquiring additional usefulness over time due to ongoing growth and improvement.
Transaction fees for MNG will be critical to its success and sustainability over the long term. The payments collected will result in price stability, consistent deflation, and token holders receiving incentives. The total quantity of tokens will be a whopping 384 million. Its value is the distance between the earth and the moon. To ensure stability and functioning, a total of 10% of the transaction fees will be paid to the liquidity pool. These costs will apply anytime tokens are purchased, sold or transferred between players and holders.
It is also stated that an additional 3% of the tokens would be dispersed to all token holders. Another 3% will be burned down and delivered to a burn location to induce deflation. A 2% portion will be spent on marketing and development, and the remaining 2% will be put into the project’s growth and improvement.
Ben Todar (IG & Twitter: @bentodar) expressed his belief in the crypto gamifying project long before this incident and started MoonNation to provide better options to users who wanted to explore the gamification of cryptocurrencies. With such good opportunities for MNG, the project is currently on a very promising track and is likely to grow even further.
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The richest people in the North West have been revealed, featuring Harry Styles, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, and Gallaghers
Daisy Jackson
The Sunday Times Rich List has been published today, revealing the wealthiest person in the North West to be Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
The annual list highlights the richest people in the UK, often filled with famous faces and business moguls.
This year, the 350 individuals on the list hold a combined wealth of £783.5 billion – that’s about a quarter of the UK’s total annual GDP.
The Sunday Times Rich List also highlighted other North West figures, such as Harry Styles, the Issa brothers, and Tyson Fury.
Other famous faces from elsewhere in the UK include Sir Elton John, Lord Lloyd-Webber, Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, JK Rowling, Charlotte Tilbury and Sir Lewis Hamilton.
It found that Sir Jim Ratcliffe – chemicals magnate, Ineos CEO, and Manchester United shareholder – still tops the list regionally despite falling revenues and a £515.7 million loss.
Mohsin and Zuber Issa are fourth on the list of the wealthiest in the North West – the Blackburn billionaire brothers founded the EG Group petrol stations, and acquired the supermarket giant Asda.
Betfred brothers Fred and Peter Done come next, with an estimated net wealth of £3.6bn.
Property developer and Renaker founder (Renaker is behind the Deansgate Square towers) Daren Whitaker saw his wealth grow by £100m in a single year.
Elsewhere on the list are Liam and Noel Gallagher, making their Sunday Times Rich List debut at £375 million.
Michael and George Heaton, the British brothers behind the Represent streetwear brand, paid themselves minimum wage for a decade before selling a stake and making £18.5m each.
Robert Watts, compiler of the Sunday Times Rich List, said: “This year’s Rich List is a tale of two exoduses. One in six of the individuals and families who appeared on the list two years ago don’t feature this time.
“Many foreign billionaires who have been living in the UK have also dropped out because they have moved away. We have also seen a sharp rise in the number of British nationals now resident in Dubai, Switzerland and Monaco. As UK nationals these people remain on our Rich List — wherever they now live.
“These two exoduses pose challenges for the UK economy and its public finances. Will more of the wealthy now set up or grow their ventures overseas and in doing so create fewer jobs here? How much tax — if any — will Rachel Reeves’s Treasury be able to extract from those affluent Brits who have now left the country?
“For nearly 40 years the Sunday Times Rich List has analysed the fortunes of Britain’s most affluent people. We believe understanding where wealth lies and where it is being accumulated is a vital part of a functioning democracy.
“Over the years our research has told us a lot about our country, charting the way a generation of largely self-made entrepreneurs overtook the old money of the landed gentry.
“This year’s edition shines a light on fortunes made from artificial intelligence, driverless cars and crypto-currencies as well as baby milk, make-up, hoodies and other everyday items. We know many of our readers find those rags-to-riches stories of entrepreneurs who started out with little more than a laptop and an idea particularly inspiring.”
Printworks launches UK-wide student art competition for Europe’s largest digital ceiling
Emily Sergeant
Printworks has launched a student art competition offering the winner a chance to have their work displayed on Europe’s largest digital ceiling.
Do you know an aspiring artist? Students aged 16 and over are invited to bring the ocean to life in a brand-new creative arts competition launched by one of the UK’s leading entertainment destinations, Manchester’s Printworks.
The venue has now opened entries for UK students from sixth forms, colleges, universities, and art colleges across the country to take part in an exciting new art competition.
This year, students are asked to create an original artwork inspired by the theme ‘Ocean / Under the Sea’, and then the winning design will be transformed into a spectacular digital display across the impressive ceiling installation.
From colourful coral gardens and tropical fish, to mysterious deep-sea worlds and majestic marine life, students are encouraged to unleash their creativity and dive beneath the waves for inspiration.
“We’re incredibly excited to launch this year’s student art competition and can’t wait to see the imagination and creativity that the UK’s young artists bring to this year’s theme,” commented Dan Davis, who is the General Manager at Printworks Manchester.
Printworks has launched a UK-wide student art competition for Europe’s largest digital ceiling / Credit: Supplied
“Our digital ceiling gives students the opportunity to see their work displayed on a truly massive scale in front of thousands of visitors, and we hope the addition of new prizes will encourage creativity to continue beyond the competition.”
The winning artist will also receive an iPad 11th Generation with an Apple Pencil (USB-C) this year too, as well as the main prize of having their artwork featured, giving budding creatives powerful new tools to continue developing their artistic talents and future projects.
Entrants who come in second and third place will also receive vouchers to be used at different venues inside Printworks.
The competition is now open, and further details on how to enter, submission guidelines, and full terms and conditions can be found on the Printworks website here.
The Manc -
28th October 2021 
