Ordinals LA: Anime Reborn — Co-Creating Identity, Lore & IP in the Web3 Multiverse

Welcome back to The Edge of Show, your gateway to the Web3 revolution! In this special NFTLA panel, host Josh Kriger dives into the intersection of anime, Web3, and AI with two powerhouse voices from the space: Aez (Head of Web3 Community at Azuki) and William (Chief Strategy Officer at OniForce).

Together, they unpack how anime’s $28B global industry is evolving with blockchain technology, exploring how NFTs, Ordinals, and AI are reshaping storytelling, fandom, and creative ownership. This episode goes beyond hype to look at how communities, creators, and collectors are actively co-creating the future of anime IP.

Key Takeaways: :

• How Web3 enables dynamic storytelling and real-time community input
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• The role of AI in transforming static NFTs into living, evolving characters
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• The rise of micro-economies and fan-led creations around anime IP
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• Why Ordinals and Bitcoin provenance are redefining digital collectibles
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• What long-term success looks like for Azuki, OniForce, and the anime metaverse
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Whether you’re a die-hard anime fan or just curious about how digital culture is being reimagined, this conversation will give you fresh insights into the co-creation economy.

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