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The island nation of Tuvalu in the South Pacific will turn to web3 technology.

Currently, 40% of the island is underwater at high tide and it is predicted that the entire country would be underwater by the end of the century. Simon Kofe, the country’s foreign minister, declared in the COP27 climate summit on Nov. 15 that we are looking to protect our country’s heritage, history, culture, society against climate change by recreating itself in the metaverse. In a video broadcast, Kofe said, “As our land disappears we have no choice but to become the world’s first digital nation.” In addition, some other countries have joined to web3 before Tuvalu, such as the Caribbean island nation of Barbados by opening an embassy in the decentraland metaverse, Norway by opening a branch of its federal tax offices in the metaverse, etc.

In brief

Tuvalu Island will be rebuilt in the Metaverse!

The island nation of Tuvalu in the South Pacific will be recreated in the metaverse to protect its heritage, history, culture and society against climate change because it will probably be drowned at high tide by the end of the century.

BlackBlocs is a blockchain-focused digital art curator and marketplace dedicated to amplifying NFT creators and educating the broader community about Web3 technologies. At its core, BlackBlocs seeks to showcase high-quality works by emerging and established NFT artists, positioning itself as both a collector (“curator”) and a facilitator for artists to reach new audiences.

Mission & Philosophy
* NFT Curation: By labeling projects “curated by Black Blocs” on leading NFT platforms such as Foundation and Spatial, BlackBlocs highlights select digital artworks, affirming its role as a trusted tastemaker.
* Web3 Education: Adopting the tagline “All about Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, NFT, and Metaverse,” the organization publishes articles, analyses, and social-media posts that explain blockchain fundamentals, crypto trends, and metaverse developments.
* Community & Impact: Beyond art promotion, BlackBlocs occasionally organizes or endorses charitable Web3 initiatives—for example, NFT-based fundraising for orphan relief in Uganda—underscoring a commitment to social good through digital innovation.

Products & Services

1. NFT Marketplace: Hosted on blackblocs.io, the platform offers curated categories such as Digital Art, Photography, PFPs (Profile Pictures), MicroArt, and Books. Here, artists and BlackBlocs alike mint and sell NFTs, creating a streamlined gallery experience.

2. Content & News Portal: A regularly updated blog and “News” section deliver insights on market movements, emerging artists, and major NFT drops, serving both collectors and curious newcomers.

3. Curation & Exhibition: Through partnerships with virtual-reality spaces and NFT platforms, BlackBlocs arranges digital exhibitions, giving artists a chance to present immersive collections to global audiences.

4. Advisory & Networking: While not explicitly advertised, BlackBlocs’s position in the NFT ecosystem suggests an informal advisory role—helping artists navigate minting, smart-contract standards, and promotional strategies.

 

In roughly three years since its founding, BlackBlocs has carved out a niche at the intersection of art and blockchain, balancing commercial marketplace functions with educational outreach and occasional philanthropic ventures—all aimed at elevating the profile of NFT art and fostering a vibrant, informed community.

Simon Kofe

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