Newsworthy items include Nike’s NFT platform, the $200K sale of Steve Jobs’ sandals, and more.

Dot Swoosh, a platform by Nike, debuts.

Nike has launched an NFT marketplace called Dot Swoosh, marking its most recent entry into the nonfungible token (NFT) and metaverse spaces.

Nike stated that its “first digital collection” will debut on the Web3 platform in 2023 while Dot Swoosh is still in the beta stage, with the remainder of 2022 being devoted to expanding the platform and user base.

Digital footwear, clothing, accessories, and other collectibles will be among the “virtual creations” that will be made accessible the next year. Additionally, some will grant access to advantages like real-world products and events.

Members can participate in a community challenge after the launch of the first collection for the chance to co-create a virtual good with Nike.

The challenge winners will be eligible for an undisclosed amount of royalties on the virtual good they helped co-create, according to Nike.

Nike Virtual Studios’ general manager, Ron Faris, stated.

Nike wrote on Twitter that the platform would help “onboard the next millions” into the “wonderful world of web3 and digital assets,” while Swoosh provides a “gateway into a new digital arena.”

We are creating a future marketplace with an approachable platform for web3-curious users, he continued.

Nike joined the metaverse game in 2021 by purchasing the virtual footwear and collectibles company RTFKT. Nikeland, a virtual realm, was also introduced.

Although all three initiatives for the corporation employ the same tools and technology, SWOOSH, they are all distinct projects.

Steve Jobs’ NFT sandals are sold at auction.

A one-of-a-kind NFT of the Birkenstock footwear that Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple, wore at various points in his life, sold at auction for $218,750.

The auction was held by Julien’s Auctions from November 11 to November 13, and a total of 19 bidders attempted to purchase the shoes with bids between $15,000 to $175,000.

The purchase included an NFT that was minted on the Polygon blockchain and featured a 360° digital depiction of Steve Jobs footwear.

The physical shoes bearing the “imprint of Steve Jobs’ feet” were supplied with the NFT, which is a 1-of-1 edition. It also included a sturdy case for storage and transportation and the book The 213 Most Important Men in My Life by Jean Pigozzi.

The sandals and NFT were initially expected to bring in between $60,000 and $80,000; but, after 19 bids, the sandals were sold for $218,750. The new sandal NFT owner hasn’t been made widely known.

In 1976, Steve Wozniak and Jobs co-founded Apple. Pancreatic cancer claimed Jobs’ life in 2011.

India’s first airport metaverse takes off.

Metaport, a metaverse airport created on the Polygon blockchain, has been established by Bangalore International Airport.

The metaverse, which was launched on November 11 by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has a digital replica of Terminal 2 at Bangalore International Airport and enables users to interact with other travelers, access entertainment, and shop.

The Polygon vice president of enterprises, Arpit Sharma, published a video showcasing Metaport in use on November 12.

In the video, a user logs into the Metaverse airport alters the appearance and attire of their avatar and then explores the virtual world.

Before a boarding call forces the user to leave the metaverse, the avatar engages in text-based conversations with a number of other users, goes on an art tour, and has the opportunity to make virtual purchases.

The project, which is being hailed as the first metaverse airport in the world, is the result of a partnership between Bangalore International Airport, Polygon, Intel, and Amazon Web Services.

NFTs for the 2022 FIFA World Cup begin.

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is set to begin in Qatar on November 20 and various businesses have been introducing Web3 games and releasing NFT collections in the run-up to the tournament.

Adidas, a sportswear brand, released a World Cup advertising trailer on November 14 that features Lionel Messi and other players along with Indigo Herz from the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC).

The cereal box for “Indigoooooals” featured Herz.

On September 17, 2021, the world’s largest footwear company acquired Indigo Herz, or BAYC #8774, for 46 Ether ETH tickers down $1,102, or about $58,500 at the time.

Holders are granted complete intellectual property rights by Yuga Labs to use the characters in commercial projects.