Lionel Messi Promotes Solana Memecoin WATER On Instagram

The post Lionel Messi Promotes Solana Memecoin WATER On Instagram appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The International soccer legend Lionel Messi is promoting a Solana-based memecoin called WaterCoin (WATER) through his Instagram Stories. As per WaterCoin’s documentation, the project is focused on raising awareness for water-related issues, to become a full-fledged ecological coin in the future. WaterCoin’s roadmap outlines four stages from the initial presale of the token, through centralized exchange listings and celebrity partnerships, to the final phase…

Instagram Influencer Jay Mazini Sentenced to 7 Years for $8 Million Fraud Scheme

Jabara Igbara, commonly known as “Jay Mazini,” who boasted of being a crypto millionaire on Instagram, has been sentenced to seven years in prison by U.S. District Judge Frederic Block. The sentence on wire fraud and money laundering charges also mandates Igbara to forfeit $10 million. Jay Mazini Labelled a “Crypto Con Man” According to the United States Attorney’s Office, Igbara, 28, carried out multiple fraud schemes and scammed investors of at least $8 million. He pleaded guilty to the…

Facebook and Instagram Roll Out Polygon NFT Creation and Solana Support

Meta has now confirmed support for Solana and Polygon NFTs, including the ability to make and sell digital collectibles. Their support spans both Facebook and Instagram, where users can showcase their NFTs across both platforms.  Meta confirmed the news in a tweet on Wednesday, followed by similar announcements from Solana and Polygon.  “Soon you’ll be able to make and sell NFTs on Instagram, starting with Polygon,” said Meta.  According to Polygon, the ability to mint and sell NFTs on the…

Meta Unveils NFT Cross-Posting on Facebook and Instagram

In an update earlier today, global tech conglomerate Meta shared news of its latest moves surrounding digital collectibles. From September 29th, subsidiaries Facebook and Instagram will now allow users to link their virtual wallets with their accounts and also share non-fungible tokens. Users Across 100 Countries Can Access New Meta Feature Everyone on @instagram and @facebook can now share their digital collectibles in the US, and on Instagram in the previously announced 100+ countries,” Meta announced in a tweet .…

Instagram to Begin NFT Test Run, Facebook Next in Line

Meta CEO and founder, Mark Zuckerberg, has confirmed that Instagram would integrate an NFT feature for creators. Zuckerberg also intimated that Facebook could soon get a similar upgrade. On Twitter, it is not unusual to see a hexagonal-shaped profile picture. In January 2022, Twitter enabled its users to display their NFTs, although this only applies to those on the premium version – Twitter Blue. In a similar fashion, Instagram is set to allow creators and owners curate their pages and…

Instagram ‘Actively Exploring’ NFTs, CEO Says

With 2 billion users, Instagram is a true social media giant. Now, the platform wants to introduce its massive audience to NFTs. Instagram's CEO Adam Mosseri confirmed that the social media platform was working to integrate NFTs. In a Sunday Q&A, Mosseri answered an essential question about NFTs. The CEO confirmed that they are "actively exploring NFTs" and looking to make them more accessible. Nothing to announce yet but we are definitely actively exploring NFTs and how we can make…