December 14, 2024
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Esther Mahlangu: Celebrating a Legacy of Art and Heritage
Esther Mahlangu, an artist whose vibrant works are emblematic of Ndebele cultural heritage, is celebrated in a new book that aims to preserve and amplify her legacy. Read More -
K11 MUSEA Expands Luxury Presence Amid Hong Kong’s Retail Transformation
Amid a challenging retail environment in Hong Kong, K11 MUSEA is expanding its luxury offerings. Read More -
The Durant Guild Embraces Contemporary Art with Lu Xinjian and KAWS Collaborations
General Motors' premium lifestyle brand, The Durant Guild, has made its debut in Shanghai with two high-profile art collaborations. Read More -
Is ‘Phone Face’ the Future of Art? Kenny Schachter Challenges Digital Obsession
Kenny Schachter returns to Galerie Nagel Draxler in Cologne with his second solo exhibition, Phone Face, running from August 31 to October 25. Read More -
NIKA Project Space Expands to Paris with a Focus on Global South Artists
Dubai-based NIKA Project Space is set to open its second gallery in Paris’s Komunuma art district on September 7. Read More -
Institute of Arab and Islamic Art Unveils Powerful Nabil Kanso Exhibition, “Endless Night”
The Institute of Arab and Islamic Art presents "Endless Night," the first major institutional solo exhibition of Nabil Kanso in New York. Read More -
Manal AlDowayan’s “Shifting Sands: A Battle Song” Highlights Saudi Womanhood
Manal AlDowayan, a prominent contemporary artist from Saudi Arabia, showcases her latest work, "Shifting Sands: A Battle Song," at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia. Read More -
Saudi Arabia’s Art Renaissance: Envisioning a New Creative Economy
Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030 not only aims to transform the economy but is also reshaping its cultural landscape. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Tushar Jiwarajka of Volte Art Projects
Jing Daily Culture recently caught up with Tushar Jiwarajka to discuss his evolving vision for Volte Art Projects, particularly with the launch of Volte Masters. Read More -
Behind AlUla’s Masterplan to Become the World’s Largest Living Museum
AlUla is emerging as a thriving cultural and historical destination, guided by the vision of the Royal Commission for AlUla. Read More -
Gary James McQueen Merges Victorian and Virtual at West Chelsea Contemporary
Integrating the Victorian with the virtual, Gary James McQueen's will unveil his U.S. solo exhibition at West Chelsea Contemporary. Read More -
Edward Enninful Unveils a Bold Reimagining of Robert Mapplethorpe’s Legacy
At Thaddaeus Ropac, Edward Enninful, OBE curates an exhibition that delves into the essence of Robert Mapplethorpe's photography. Read More -
Are Auction Guarantees Distorting the Art Market?
The $60-70 billion global art auction market relies on a practice that may distort the valuations of artworks: third-party guarantees. Read More -
Michael Dayton Hermann’s ‘REconstituted’ Bridges Tradition and Innovation in a Polarized Age
Imagine a world where every piece of information tugs you in opposing directions, blurring the lines between the tangible and the abstract. Read More -
FrankNitty3000 To Launch “RRReality World Tour” in Hong Kong
Hailing from the Netherlands, FrankNitty3000 has made a name for himself with a fusion of digital and tangible art forms. Read More -
Light and Dark Explored in Dubai Exhibit Curated by Michèle Lamy
A new exhibition titled "Chiaroscuro" explores the interplay of light and shadow through works by 20 international artists and designers. Read More -
Art Central Returns to Hong Kong Waterfront With Focus on New Talent
Art Central, a leading contemporary art fair, will return to Hong Kong's Central Harbourfront for its 2024 edition from March 28-31. Read More -
Indian Art Gallery Volte Expands in Dubai, Spotlighting Modern Masters
Indian art gallery Volte Art Projects, which relocated to Dubai in 2021, is expanding its scope and programming in the Gulf this year. Read More -
Ancient Craft Meets Modern Creativity at Hong Kong’s K11 MUSEA
Amid the vibrancy of Hong Kong Art Month, the K11 Art Foundation unveils "Boundless Reverie: Chinese Savoir-Faire and Contemporary Art." Read More -
Exhibition Preview: Katya Muromtseva’s “Over the Slopes of Speech”
New York-based artist Katya Muromtseva will unveil her latest series of monumental watercolor triptychs in the United Arab Emirates. Read More -
Can Contemporary Indian Art Ascend to Global Prominence?
The Indian art market, long in the shadow of its counterparts, is now surging forward with a vigor that prompts a pivotal question. Read More -
Gazelli Art House Traces Harold Cohen’s Pioneering Artistic Path
"Refactoring (1966-74)", the latest exhibition at Gazelli Art House, delves into a crucial phase of Harold Cohen’s career. Read More -
Whitney Biennial 2024 Unveils ‘Even Better Than the Real Thing’: A Fusion of Art, Technology, and Identity
The Whitney Biennial 2024, titled "Even Better Than the Real Thing," heralds a new chapter in contemporary art. Read More -
Desert X AlUla Opens To Worldwide Acclaim
The third edition of Desert X AlUla offers a blend of art within the ancient and historically rich desert region of AlUla, Saudi Arabia. Read More -
The Peninsula Hotels’ “Art in Resonance” Programme Returns with New Exhibitions
In a celebration of cultural vibrancy, The Peninsula Hotels recently announced the return of its acclaimed "Art in Resonance" program. Read More -
Mary Lai’s “Synchronicity” Exhibition: Celebrating Meaningful Coincidences in Art
Mary Lai is set to unveil "Synchronicity," a celebration of the magical and serendipitous connections that often occur in the world of art. Read More -
Sotheby’s Reports $7.9 Billion in 2023 Sales Amid Challenging Market
Global auction house Sotheby's managed to navigate a challenging market in 2023, recording total sales of $7.9 billion. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Steve McCurry Reflects on a Life Behind the Lens
In the world of photography, there are those who simply capture images, and there are visionaries whose work transcends time and culture. Read More -
Hampi Art Labs: A New Beacon for Contemporary Art in India
In the serene backdrop of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi in Southern India, a new chapter in contemporary art is set to unfold. Read More -
Museums Leap into the Future with WAC Lab Season 3
Twenty distinguished cultural institutions, including the Van Gogh Museum and Palais de Tokyo, have joined WAC Lab Season 3. Read More -
Tom Sachs’ Final Frontier: A Galactic Leap in Digital Artistry and Community Engagement
Artist Tom Sachs presents "The Final Frontier," an ambitious project charting new territories in the digital galaxy. Read More -
Surrealism: A Century-Long Odyssey Echoes at BRAFA Art Fair
In 2024, Surrealism, the art movement that delved into dreams and the subconscious, celebrates its 100th anniversary. Read More -
Joshua Vides’ Luxury Ceramics Exhibition “Concrete Jungle” Captures the Essence of NYC
In a striking showcase of creativity, artist Joshua Vides presented his exhibition "Concrete Jungle" in December in New York City. Read More -
Quantum Creativity in Virtual Realms: Libby Heaney’s ‘Heartbreak and Magic’
Dr. Libby Heaney is set to unveil her latest work, 'Heartbreak and Magic,' at Somerset House in London on February 9 Read More -
Banksy’s Evolving Artwork: From ‘Girl with Balloon’ to ‘Love is in the Bin’
In a twist befitting its dramatic history, Banksy's famed self-destructing artwork has undergone yet another transformation. Read More -
Illuminating Abu Dhabi: The Manar Abu Dhabi Light Art Exhibition
Abu Dhabi's natural vistas have been transformed into a mesmerizing canvas of light and color with the Manar Abu Dhabi light art exhibition. Read More -
Steve McCurry’s Captivating Lens: A Retrospective at Cavalier Galleries
From February 8 through March 9, Cavalier Gallery will present an exhibition of works by renowned American photographer Steve McCurry. Read More -
Singapore’s ART SG Fair: A Beacon of Hope in Southeast Asia’s Flourishing Art Scene
ART SG, Singapore's premier international art fair, has cemented its position as a major force in the Southeast Asian art market. Read More -
Visionaries of the Vanguard: The Art World’s Game Changers in 2024
The global art world finds itself at a pivotal juncture in 2024, distinguished by a blend of nascent talent and visionary thought leadership. Read More -
BMW’s Esther Mahlangu 525i Returns to Cape Town
Marking a significant cultural homecoming, the BMW Esther Mahlangu 525i is set to grace Cape Town after more than three decades. Read More -
Mercer Labs Unveils Immersive Sensory Wonderland in NYC
New York City is poised to enhance its vibrant cultural landscape with the introduction of Mercer Labs, Museum of Art and Technology (MOAT). Read More -
Could Sotheby’s Breathe New Life Into a Flagging Ordinals Market?
Sotheby's has announced the opening of a pioneering auction dedicated to artworks inscribed on the Bitcoin blockchain, known as Ordinals. Read More -
Asia’s Young and Wealthy Art Collectors Drive Market Shifts
After years of steady growth, young collectors in Asia are increasingly dominating the global art scene, particularly through online channels. Read More -
The Auction Landscape in 2024: A Comparative Analysis of Major Auction Houses
Entering 2024, the art auction landscape reflects the intricate interplay of last year's trends and emerging market forces. Read More -
Where is the Global Art World Headed?
In 2024, the global art world stands at a crucial juncture, shaped by emerging trends informed by increasingly important markets like China. Read More -
Riyadh’s RSH Street Art Festival Attracts Global Names Like Futura, Faith 47
Riyadh's largest-ever street art exhibition, RSH, recently transformed an abandoned Ministry building into a vibrant hub of creativity. Read More -
Will Blue-Chip Artists Rebound in 2024?
The art market in 2023 saw blue-chip artists like Christopher Wool and Jeff Koons experience a downturn in their auction performance. Read More -
Chloé’s Revolutionary Spirit: The Jewish Museum Celebrates Gaby Aghion’s Fashion Legacy
"Mood of the moment: Gaby Aghion and the house of Chloé" showcases the founder of the renowned fashion house Chloé. Read More -
The Renaissance of Art Tourism: A Billion-Dollar Industry in the Making
As the world increasingly embraces the allure of cultural experiences, the art tourism market is experiencing a remarkable surge. Read More -
Guild Hall’s Artist Members Exhibition: A Testament to Local Talent
Guild Hall, nestled in the heart of the Hamptons at 158 Main Street, East Hampton, is renowned as the region's cultural jewel. Read More -
K11 MUSEA Reports Strong Sales in December, Signaling Steady Consumer Engagement
K11 MUSEA and K11 Art Mall, integral parts of Hong Kong's K11 Group, concluded the month of December with noteworthy sales figures. Read More -
The Sacred Geometry of Esther Mahlangu: A Visionary Matriarch in Contemporary Art
Esther Mahlangu, born in 1935 in a humble village in South Africa, has emerged as one of Africa's most globally acclaimed visual artists. Read More -
Highlighting Saudi Arabia’s Artistic Boom
In Saudi Arabia, a dramatic cultural transformation is underway, particularly visible in Riyadh's vibrant art scene. Read More -
Video: The Process, “DUET” by Connor Tingley
From start to finish, this video showcases artist Connor Tingley and his devotion to his process, as he completes his latest work “DUET.” Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Art Curator, Dealer, and Writer Afrodet Zuri
With over a decade of expertise as an art curator, dealer, and writer, Afrodet Zuri has made a mark in the global contemporary art scene. Read More -
Guangzhou’s Contemporary Art Ambitions: A Balancing Act of Potential and Challenges
Guangzhou, an economic juggernaut with a population of 18 million, is making strides towards establishing itself as a contemporary art hub. Read More -
Chris Burden’s Unseen Artworks Brought to Life
The Chris Burden Estate, in partnership with TRLab, recently unveiled "Beyond Limits: Unrealized Artworks of Chris Burden." Read More -
Gazelli Art House Returns to ART SG 2024 with a Fusion of Historical and Contemporary Computer Art
Gazelli Art House is poised to present an intriguing blend of historical and contemporary computer-based art at ART SG. Read More -
MGM Resorts’ Expansive Cultural Influence Showcased in Bellagio Gallery’s “ICONS of Contemporary Art”
The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art presents "ICONS of Contemporary Art," an exhibition that delves into the essence of contemporary icons. Read More -
Year In Review: JCD’s Best Interviews of 2023 (Part Two)
A look back at our best interviews of 2023, including Susan van Wyk, Straith Schreder, Gmoney, Alice Delahunt, and Matt Gondek. Read More -
Year In Review: JCD’s Best Interviews of 2023 (Part One)
A look back at our best interviews of 2023, including Kenny Schachter, Andre Oshea, Bay Backner, and Bjørn Okholm Skaarup. Read More -
Desert X AlUla 2024: A Confluence of Art and Desert Mystique
Desert X AlUla's theme for 2024, "In the Presence of Absence," invites artists and audiences alike to ponder the unseen. Read More -
“Retinal Hysteria”: A Bold Exhibition by Robert Storr at Venus Over Manhattan
Venus Over Manhattan presents "Retinal Hysteria," a thought-provoking exhibition curated by the distinguished Robert Storr. Read More -
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz to Exhibit Their Celebrated Black Art Collection
The Brooklyn Museum is set to host "Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys" from February 10 to July 7, 2024. Read More -
Art Basel Miami: Louis Vuitton x Frank Gehry Merge Fashion, Architecture
Award-winning architect Frank Gehry unveiled a collection of 11 limited-edition handbags for Louis Vuitton at Art Basel Miami Beach. Read More -
Deborah Kass: Pioneering Digital Frontiers in Art
The contemporary artist Deborah Kass is set to introduce her first-ever digital art collection, "feel good spins for feel bad times." Read More -
Q&A: Anders Petterson and Adriano Picinati di Torcello on the Future of Art and Finance
In the face of global economic uncertainty and widespread political upheaval, what lies in store for the art and finance industry in 2024? Read More -
Q&A: Jan Kaláb on His ‘Pocket Paintings’ and Journey from Prague Streets to Global Galleries
Czech artist Jan Kaláb has evolved from a street art pioneer in Prague to a master of abstract expression across multiple mediums. Read More -
Exhibition Spotlight: ‘inertia’ by ThankYouX at Sotheby’s Los Angeles
Sotheby's Los Angeles is currently hosting 'inertia,' an innovative solo exhibition by Ryan Wilson, popularly known as ThankYouX. Read More -
Dan Lam’s “Guttation” Exhibition: A Journey Through Organic Sculptural Forms
This December, the vibrant and tactile world of Dan Lam's sculptural artistry will be on full display at Hashimoto Contemporary in New York. Read More -
Unpacking the Success of ‘Gateway Miami’
The dazzling lights of Miami Art Week have dimmed, but the echoes of its success continue to resonate across the art world. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Cj Hendry’s HOOPS Tree Takes Miami
Brisbane-born and New York-based artist Cj Hendry is celebrated for her transformative approach to contemporary material culture. Read More -
2023 in Review: The Importance of the Metabirkins Case
As we look back on 2023, the legal landscape of digital art and intellectual property was notably shaped by the MetaBirkins case. Read More -
Phillips and Digital Art Fair’s Online Auction Merges Art and Technology
Phillips, in collaboration with the Digital Art Fair, is hosting an online auction that marks a significant moment in the digital art world. Read More -
DIY by Connor Tingley: A Fusion of Art, Skateboarding, and Environmental Consciousness
At SCOPE Miami 2023, Connor Tingley, in collaboration with professional skateboarder Curren Caples, presents "DIY." Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Matt Gondek on Blending Punk Rock Rebellion with Digital Art Innovation
Deconstructive Pop Artist Matt Gondek merges the rebellious spirit of punk rock with the dynamic world of digital art. Read More -
Art Basel and Parley for the Oceans Unite for ‘Art for the Oceans’ Initiative
Art Basel Miami Beach 2023 marks the beginning of a significant partnership between the renowned art fair and Parley for the Oceans. Read More -
Academy of Contemporary Art Launches with Inaugural Gala at Art Basel Miami Beach
The Academy of Contemporary Art recently held its inaugural gala in conjunction with Art Basel Miami Beach. Read More -
Six N. Five’s ‘Memories of Tomorrow’ Revitalizes Shanghai’s Capitol Theatre
In Shanghai's Rockbund district, a fusion of past and future is taking place within the Art Deco walls of the Capitol Theatre Building. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Susan van Wyk on the Ascendancy of Photography in Contemporary Art
Susan van Wyk, Senior Curator of Photography at the National Gallery of Victoria, is a prominent figure in the world of photography. Read More -
New Society’s Bold Venture: Unveiling the Intersection of Decentralization and Culture
Tech and culture collective New Society has made its new book, "Decentralization: Please Save Culture," available for pre-order. Read More -
How a Historic Auction House is Redefining Art in the Digital Age
In early 2021, the art world was jolted by a groundbreaking event: the sale of Beeple's “Everydays: The First 5000 Days,” for $69.3 million. Read More -
The Story of Art Without Men: Katy Hessel’s Trailblazing Chronicle Redefines Art History
The Story of Art Without Men is a vital work that challenges and redefines the traditional boundaries of art history. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Unveiling the Power of Machines in Art With Agnieszka Pilat
Polish-American artist Agnieszka Pilat redefines the intersection of art and technology by placing machines at the heart of her work. Read More -
NGV Triennial 2023: A Global Kaleidoscope of Contemporary Art and Design
The National Gallery of Victoria International will soon transform into a global hub of contemporary art, design, and architecture. Read More -
Rosa Lowinger’s ‘Dwell Time’: A Journey of Art, Exile, and Personal Restoration
In the world of art and architecture conservation, Rosa Lowinger stands as a beacon of expertise and cultural insight. Read More -
London’s Digital Art Scene Revitalized: ‘HERE’ Launches a Weekend Showcase
Organized by digital art platform Verse in collaboration with Digital Art Week, 'HERE' is set to enliven London's cultural landscape. Read More -
M Herrington Gallery Brings Fresh Talent to SCOPE Miami Beach 2023
Los Angeles's M Herrington Gallery will return to SCOPE Miami Beach, presenting new works from national and international artists. Read More -
Lewis Hamilton: The Basquiat of Formula 1
Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton is doing for car racing what Jean-Michel Basquiat did for the art world in the 1980s. Read More -
Are NFTs Poised for a Selective Comeback in 2024?
As the dust settles on the NFT market's meteoric rise and subsequent fall, a resilient core hints at a potential rebound. Read More -
AI and Art Converge in Alexander Reben’s Visionary Show
The Crocker Art Museum is currently hosting an exhibition by Alexander Reben that explores the intersection of AI and art. Read More -
OpenSea Charts New Course as NFT Market Ebbs
Navigating the tumultuous seas of the digital economy, OpenSea, a former colossus in the NFT marketplace, confronts a stark new reality. Read More -
Zien Announces Phygital Project, Ch’iung Lien
Zien, an open platform for transforming the contemporary art economy has announced Xia Chengan’s phygitial project. Read More -
“Six Landscapes” Unveils Dual Explorations of Light and Time at IAIA
The Institute of Arab and Islamic Art (IAIA) in New York recently unveiled "Six Landscapes," curated by Mohammed Rashid Al-Thani. Read More -
Krista Kim’s Vision for a Heartbeat-Verified Metaverse
Techism artist Krista Kim is navigating a new frontier where personal identity goes beyond mere avatars and usernames. Read More -
New Book Delves Into the Intricate World of NFTs and Their Place in Art History
The NFT Book: Everything You Need to Know about the Art and Collecting of Non-Fungible Tokens aims to demystify the complex world of NFTs. Read More -
Phillips Presents Works by International Artists at the 6th China International Import Expo
Phillips will present a selection of work by international 20th Century and Contemporary artists at the 6th China International Import Expo. Read More -
Ben Elliot’s ‘Metaone’ Unveils a Metaverse-Inspired Immersive Experience in Berlin
VIVE Arts and Esther Schipper have unveiled "Metaone," an art experience that explores the intersection of technology and human interaction. Read More -
Jeff Koons and Bernardaud Unveil Limited-Edition Sculpture
The New York art and design community gathered earlier this month for the unveiling of "Diamond (Blue) 2023," a new work by artist Jeff Koons. Read More -
Verse’s ‘HERE’ Exhibition Seeks to Elevate Digital Art
Verse, a digital art platform, is launching a weekend-long event this November at London's No.9 Cork Street. Read More -
The Beat Goes On: Basquiat’s Vinyl Legacy Celebrates Hip-Hop and Helps LA Youth
The Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat is partnering with Phillips to release a special edition of "Beat Bop," produced by Basquiat in 1983. Read More -
Is the Shatter Contract a Beacon Of Stability In a Volatile NFT Landscape?
In an art world increasingly mediated by algorithms and digital ledgers, Transient Labs' new Shatter Contract could be a path forward. Read More -
Wildxyz Debuts Digital Exhibition & Group Sale MATERIAL
Wildxyz, the destination for digital artists and collectors, recently launched MATERIAL, its inaugural group exhibition and sale. Read More -
Digitizing Rockwell: A Bold Leap into the Future
The Norman Rockwell Museum and the Rockwell family estate have announced their first-ever NFT collection, set to launch on November 1. Read More -
Is Crypto Regulation Actually a Lifeline for Artists?
As governments worldwide grapple with the meteoric rise of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies, Australia is taking steps toward regulation. Surprisingly, some digital artists, who once saw blockchain as a liberating […] Read More -
From Sand to Silicon: How Dubai is Sculpting the Future of Art in the Web3 Era
Dubai, a city long associated with luxury and innovation, is venturing into uncharted territory: the intersection of art and Web3 technology. Read More -
Grimes and MNTGE Blur the Lines Between Fashion, Music, and the Metaverse
Fresh off her recent collaboration with Chinese photographer Chen Man, musician and artist Grimes has teamed up with MNTGE. Read More -
The Contemporary Art Market: A Landscape of Growth and New Frontiers
The global contemporary art market is not just surviving; it's thriving, according to Artprice's Contemporary Art Market Report for 2023. Read More -
New ART+TECH Report: Web3 Is Shaking Up the Traditional Art Market
The latest ART+TECH Report on Digital Art Collecting, spearheaded by Kerstin Gold, Kristina Leipold, and others, is now available. Read More -
Giacometti’s “Le Nez” Exhibition Merges Surrealism and Digital Innovation
Giacometti's Le Nez (The Nose), an exhibition co-sponsored by TRON and the APENFT Foundation, was unveiled on October 10 in Paris. Read More -
NFTs: Unshaken Utility Amid Shaken Speculators
NFTs have sent ripples through the art world, stirring excitement and skepticism among artists, collectors, and investors alike. Read More -
Culture Summit Abu Dhabi Announces 2023 October Program
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced the sixth edition of its leading global forum, Culture Summit Abu Dhabi. Read More -
Navigating the Convergence of Web3 Gaming, Art, and Community
GAM3S.GG has developed a platform that offers a glimpse into a future where gamers traverse through enriched, democratized virtual spaces. Read More -
Splinters of Masterpieces: The Rise of Fractional Art Investing
Over the past few years, a novel class of investors has emerged, entering a domain once reserved for the affluent and seasoned. Read More -
Feral File Opens Digital Art Exhibition ‘Truth’
Global art gallery Feral File has announced a digital art exhibition that seeks to unveil the enigma of Truth. Read More -
Paul G. Oxborough Solo Exhibition: Unveiling His Latest Works
Cavalier Gallery has announced a solo exhibition featuring Paul G. Oxborough's paintings from November 2 to December 9, 2023. Read More -
MoMA Postcard Navigates the Intersection of Art and Blockchain
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has elegantly stepped into the digital domain with its novel initiative, "MoMA Postcard." Read More -
Musée d’Orsay’s NFT Venture Could Be Make-or-Break For Cultural Web3
Paris' Musée d’Orsay recently plunged into the turbulent waters of NFTs, minting NFTs of select artworks from its revered collection. Read More -
Art Blocks Marfa Weekend: A Confluence of Digital Art, Blockchain, and Community
In the quaint artist’s oasis of Marfa, Texas, a unique blend of digital art and blockchain technology recently converged. Read More -
Is Asia’s Thriving NFT and Web3 Landscape a Beacon of Hope for the West?
As debates intensify in the West about the future of Web3, Asia is emerging as a hotbed of innovation and adoption in this domain. Read More -
Singapore to Host Prestigious Global Conference for Cultural Leaders
Singapore will host an international gathering of cultural professionals at the National Gallery of Singapore this November. Read More -
The NFT Market’s Brutal Year: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst the Decline
The NFT market has faced a tumultuous year, with a significant portion of these digital assets plummeting in value. Read More -
Sougwen Chung’s AI Artistry: A Glimpse into the Future
Chinese-Canadian artist Sougwen Chung is set to unveil her latest exhibition at London's HOFA Gallery this October. Read More -
FIFA Museum’s New Exhibition Eyes Football Through the Lens of Design
Zurich's FIFA Museum is set to unveil a unique perspective on the world's most popular sport: football through the lens of design. Read More -
TRLab Secures $5M in Seed Funding to Expand Digital Art Endeavors
TRLab, a fine art-focused tech startup with bases in New York and Hong Kong, has successfully raised $5 million in a seed funding round. Read More -
Has the Golden Era of Ethereum NFTs Already Come to an End?
The NFT marketplace has fueled selected artists and collectors alike, with sales largely facilitated through the Ethereum platform. Read More -
Paris Photo 2023: A Panoramic Celebration of Photographic Artistry
The 26th edition of Paris Photo is set to welcome a diverse group of artists, institutions, and curators from around the globe. Read More -
Ilhwa Kim to Showcase “Tactile Hands” at HOFA Gallery in London
Ilhwa Kim is poised to enchant London's art enthusiasts with her forthcoming solo exhibition, "Tactile Hands." Read More -
Is the NFT Market Abandoning Artists?
Is one of the foundational promises of the NFT market — to secure perpetual royalties for artists — crumbling? Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Anne Well, CMO of Web3 Platform Galxe
Leveraging a background in cross-cultural marketing, Anne Well infuses a deep understanding of the global market into Galxe's initiatives. Read More -
Could Picasso Help Macau Gain More Art-World Credibility?
In a bid to further establish Macau as a World Heritage city rich in culture, One Central Macau is hosting a historic Picasso exhibition. Read More -
Yue Minjun’s Smile-ism Series Beckons to Collectors
Art enthusiasts have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of Yue Minjun through a complete set of his iconic Smile-ism series. Read More -
Does the AI Art Boom Spell the End of Authentic Creativity?
In the first half of 2023, the Art+Tech sector witnessed a substantial decrease in investments, according to a report by Fuelarts. Read More -
Why China’s Idol Industry Isn’t Going Anywhere
Chinese boy band TFBoys recently celebrated a decade in the industry with a grand concert at the Xi'an Olympic Sports Center Stadium. Read More -
Zhongzhi Enterprise Group Default Sends Tremors Through China’s Financial Sector
Recent news of the default by Zhongzhi Enterprise Group has sent shockwaves through China's financial industry. Read More -
Art and Democracy To Converge on the National Mall
The U.S. Department of State's Office of Art in Embassies will present Jenny Holzer's "THE PEOPLE" from September 17 to 21. Read More -
Japan Embraces Web3 As ‘New Form of Capitalism’
In a recent keynote address at the WebX conference in Japan, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida characterized Web3 as a "new form of capitalism." Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Sam Hamilton, Creative Director of the Decentraland Foundation
Sam Hamilton has played a pivotal role in shaping the creative ethos of the Decentraland Foundation since joining in 2018. Read More -
Will Chinese AI Firms Change Global Architecture Forever?
At the forefront of an emerging AI revolution, a new generation of Chinese firms is challenging traditional architectural practices. Read More -
Justin Bieber’s “Company” NFT Offers Fans a Slice of Royalties
Justin Bieber's 2015 hit "Company" is set to take on a second life as an NFT that offers fans a slice of the song's ongoing royalties. Read More -
Keith Haring’s Pioneering Digital Artworks Resurface at Christie’s
Christie's is set to unveil "Keith Haring: Pixel Pioneer," a collection of five digital drawings crafted by the artist in the mid-1980s. Read More -
What do the latest US and China rulings on AI authorship mean for luxury?
The US Copyright Office launched a public consultation into AI and copyright issues as a prelude to tightening related laws. Read More -
LACMA Uses Augmented Reality To Illuminate LA’s Diverse Histories
Fusing art with technology, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and Snap Inc. have unveiled their final collection of AR monuments. Read More -
Metaverse Architecture Biennale 2023 to Merge Global Design and the Digital Frontier
The inaugural Metaverse Architecture Biennale (MAB), titled "Presence of the Future," is slated for September 21-24. Read More -
Maya Lin’s “Ghost Forest Seedlings”: Merging Art, Technology, and Environmental Stewardship
Maya Lin, the esteemed artist and environmental activist, recently unveiled her latest generative art project, “Ghost Forest Seedlings.” Read More -
Could the Music Industry Save NFTs?
As visual artists grapple with dwindling royalties and NFT market instability, an unlikely group might come to the rescue - musicians. Read More -
Decoding the decline: From $54 billion to $6 billion, what happened to China’s Bilibili and iQIYI?
Since 2021, the value of the Chinese video-streaming giant iQIYI has plummeted 73.5 percent to just $5.3 billion. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Anjali Young of Abridged Inc. and Collab.Land
We catch up with Anjali Young to discuss the transformative role of Web3 communities and the pressing need for diversity in the crypto realm. Read More -
From Shanghai to Wynwood: VanceDNA’s Artistic Evolution Takes Center Stage
Miami's Museum of Graffiti is set to unveil Shanghai sensation VanceDNA's groundbreaking works to an American audience. Read More -
Simões de Assis Gallery Debuts New Space with International Exhibition
São Paulo gallery Simões de Assis is set to unveil a groundbreaking international group exhibition titled "The Speed of Grace." Read More -
Blind Gallery and Feral File Unveil a Generative Art Collection with a Twist
In an art world often dominated by big names and established reputations, Blind Gallery and Feral File are taking a different approach. Read More -
Cube Art Fair Introduces AI Edition Ahead of Armory Week
The tenth edition of the Cube Art Fair is set to introduce a blend of artificial intelligence (AI) with traditional art forms. Read More -
Shavonne Wong’s Digital Artistry Takes Center Stage in Paris
From August 30 to September 9, Paris' NFT Factory is set to showcase the transformative works of Singaporean artist Shavonne Wong. Read More -
The British Museum Steps Into the Metaverse
The British Museum, the world's first national public museum, is venturing into the metaverse in partnership with The Sandbox. Read More -
AI Meets Web3: Unleashing a Technological Revolution in 2023
In 2023, two technological phenomena continue to dominate the discourse: artificial intelligence (AI) and Web3. Read More -
What Evergrande’s collapse means for China’s economy and consumer sentiment
Evergrande's collapse has opened a Pandora’s box of issues and become a focal point for regulators, investors, and analysts around the globe. Read More -
The E-Sports Ambition of Saudi Arabia: Opportunities Amid Controversies
The ascendance of e-sports on the global stage is being keenly observed, and the Middle East, led by Saudi Arabia, is not an exception. Read More -
Just How Deeply in Trouble is Farfetch?
Farfetch, once hailed as a game-changer in the luxury e-commerce space, is now grappling with a series of financial and strategic challenges. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Kenny Schachter On the Transformative Power of “NFTism”
"The blockchain is the most radical transformation I’ve seen over the decades that has nothing less than revolutionized the art market." Read More -
Plummeting Bitcoin Ordinals Sales Raise Concerns About the NFT Market
Bitcoin Ordinals, once hailed as a beacon of hope in the digital collectible community, are facing a precipitous decline. Read More -
The NFT Bubble: A Year of Speculation or a Path to Future Innovation?
The NFT market has quieted down, with many digital art pieces selling for a fraction of what they were worth just a couple of years ago. Read More -
OKX Wallet Integrates With HeartX: A New Dawn for NFTs?
The digital art world is evolving, and the integration of OKX Wallet with HeartX, an art NFT marketplace, could be a significant milestone. Read More -
Sotheby’s “GRAILS”: A Bold Move in the High-End Digital Art Market
Amid uncertainties regarding the future of NFTs, this week Sotheby's presents the fourth installment of its "GRAILS" collection. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Straith Schreder on Shaping the Future of Digital Collectibles
JCC catches up with Straith Schreder to discuss her transition from traditional media to Web3 and the evolving trends in digital space. Read More -
Gazelli Art House’s GEN/GEN Exhibition Explores the Evolution of Generative Art
In the bustling heart of London, an extraordinary exhibition is set to take the stage, merging human creativity with machine intelligence. Read More -
Emerging Tech to Take Center Stage at Inaugural PHOTOFAIRS New York
PHOTOFAIRS New York is set to be a celebration of photo-based and digital artworks, highlighting the evolution of image-making practices. Read More -
Leonardo’s “Salvator Mundi”: From Controversy to Digital Revival
Leonardo da Vinci's "Salvator Mundi," once hailed as the world's most expensive painting, has re-emerged in the limelight. Read More -
FEMMEBIT’s ‘In Medias Res’: A Digital Art Revolution
Feral File is set to present FEMMEBIT’s In Medias Res, an exhibition that showcases the work of feminist and post-cyberfeminist artists. Read More -
Phillips Introduces Dropshop: A Digital Platform for Contemporary Art
British auction house Phillips has announced the launch of Dropshop, a digital platform offering limited-edition releases of art and objects. Read More -
Yue Minjun’s Debut NFT Collection Sells Out in Two Hours
The ailing art NFT market received a dose of good news this week as Yue Minjun's debut NFT collection sold out in a mere two hours. Read More -
Derek Boshier: Reflecting on a Trailblazing Artistic Career with Two New Bodies of Work
Derek Boshier is set to present an exhibition that offers a reflective journey through his artistic legacy and social commentary. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Bjørn Okholm Skaarup on his Bronze Bestiary
The Accademia delle Arti del Disegno in Florence has transformed into a paradoxical bronze circus thanks to artist Bjørn Okholm Skaarup. Read More -
Contemporary Chinese Artist Yue Minjun Debuts NFT Collection on LiveArt
Yue Minjun, a renowned contemporary Chinese artist, is venturing into the digital art space with his inaugural Web3 project. Read More -
Saudi Arabia’s ‘Vision 2030’ Opens Doors for Beijing’s Economic Expansion
Saudi Arabia, a nation historically known for its vast oil reserves, is undergoing a transformative shift under its "Vision 2030" initiative. Read More -
Rediscovering André Ostier: A Glimpse into the Mid-20th Century Art and Fashion World
André Ostier, a name synonymous with the zeitgeist of the mid-20th century, is set to be celebrated in a landmark exhibition this November. Read More -
Bhutanverse: A Digital Canvas for Bhutan’s Cultural Heritage
The Bhutanverse will launch with an art gallery challenge, inviting artists to contribute their digital masterpieces. Read More -
Chinese Investors Chart Course Through Middle East’s Complex Financial Landscape
Chinese fund founders, grappling with the challenges facing U.S. dollar funds, are exploring new avenues for diversification Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Justin Melillo of 3D World-Building Platform Mona
Justin Melillo serves as the CEO and Co-founder of Mona, a trailblazing platform in the realm of 3D world-building and social networking. Read More -
Particle’s Banksy Loan Aims To Usher In a New Era of Art Ownership
Particle, a digital art platform, recently announced the loan of its Banksy painting, "Love is in the Air," to major museums worldwide. Read More -
China’s Role in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030: Economic Transformation and Geopolitical Shifts
China's influence in the Middle East has been growing, and its involvement in Saudi Arabia's economic transformation is a testament. Read More -
Financial Regulators Normalize Oversight Of China’s Tech Sector
In addition to Ant Group, other internet platform companies such as Meituan and DiDi were recently fined and entered into rectification. Read More -
NFTs in 2023: A Fading Trend or a New Artistic Frontier?
With all the gloomy headlines about celebrity ‘investments’ into NFTs, you’d be forgiven for wondering if NFTs are dead forever. Read More -
American Animator Danny Casale Debuts First Global Art Exhibition in Shanghai
The Shanghai K11 Art Mall has kicked off its "Art and Color" event, featuring the works of international contemporary artists. Read More -
Gucci Joins Forces With Christie’s To Disrupt the Art and Fashion Market Through Generative AI
Gucci is leaning further into its artistic roots through a new initiative that merges fashion with generative AI. Read More -
Chen Man’s ‘ZOO’: Shaping the Future of Web3 Art and Philanthropy
Following her record-breaking debut on LiveArt in May, Chen Man is back with her highly anticipated NFT drop, "ZOO." Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: “Transhumanist Poet” and Digital Artist Santiago Grau
Digital artist Santiago is making waves in the art world with his unique code-based creations, which he dubs "transhumanist poetry." Read More -
Meituan’s Latest Move: Acquiring AI Firm Guang Nian Zhi Wai
Four months after declaring its aim to become the "Chinese equivalent of OpenAI," AI firm Guang Nian Zhi Wai recently made waves once again. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Pioneering Web3 Producer and Artist Bay Backner
Bay Backner is making waves in the digital art world with an innovative blend of metaverse installations and traditional oil painting. Read More -
RCA and Acute Art Unveil Five-Day Program Featuring Renowned Artists and Technologists
The Royal College of Art and Acute Art's upcoming program will deeply explore the intersection between emerging technologies and art. Read More -
Feral File 2.0 Launches Groundbreaking Collaborative Exhibition ‘N=12’
In a move that reflects the growing trend of digital collaboration in the art world, Feral File 2.0 has launched the exhibition "N=12." Read More -
The Metaverse Reimagined: Art Week 2023 Returns to Decentraland
The metaverse, as we know it, is dead—or so proclaims the theme of the forthcoming Metaverse Art Week 2023, taking place in Decentraland. Read More -
AI and Livestreaming Drove a ‘6.18 Shopping Festival’ Sales Surge
The first post-COVID "6.18 Shopping Festival" has sparked enthusiasm among Chinese consumers and merchants alike. Read More -
Lapierre and Obvious Create AI-Designed Bike For Tour de France 2023
Lapierre has joined forces with the artist collective Obvious on the Xelius SL 10.0 Symbiosis Edition, a new cutting-edge bicycle. Read More -
Unmasking ‘The Nose’: A Deep Dive into Alberto Giacometti’s Iconic Sculpture
The Institut Giacometti in Paris is set to unveil a new exhibition dedicated to Alberto Giacometti's iconic work, "The Nose." Read More -
Sotheby’s ‘Dutch Auction’ Celebrates Pioneering Artist Vera Molnár
Sotheby's is set to implement 'Dutch auctions' for the first time with a digital art sale celebrating the pioneering artist . Read More -
Avant Arte and Cozomo de’ Medici Collaboration Bridges the Digital and Physical
A pioneering collaboration between Avant Arte and Cozomo de’ Medici is poised to further blur the lines between physical and digital art. Read More -
NFTs: In Terminal Decline Or Just a Hype Bubble Bursting?
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, one question looms large: Are NFTs on a terminal decline or just experiencing a blip? Read More -
Inaugural PHOTOFAIRS New York Event Set For September
PHOTOFAIRS New York aims to explore the diverse and rapidly evolving practices of image-making and photography. Read More -
‘King of Reverspective’ Patrick Hughes Introduces New Digital Art Collection
Patrick Hughes, dubbed the 'King of Reverspective,' has once again left an indelible mark on the NFT market. Read More -
Royal Academician Bill Woodrow Breaks New Ground With ‘SPITNUK’ NFT
In a historic first for a Royal Academician, British sculptor Bill Woodrow has ventured into the realm of NFTs with his piece ‘SPITNUK’. Read More -
Report: The Rise of Private Art Museums is a Global Phenomenon
The global art landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with private art museums burgeoning across the globe. Read More -
Ash Thorp’s ‘Nascent Series’: A Deep Dive into Digital Dependency
Arsnl Art has announced its latest offering, "Nascent," by the esteemed multi-disciplinary artist Ash Thorp. Read More -
Event Profile: ‘In Resonance’ at Scorpios, Mykonos
Scorpios, a Mykonos-based creative hub, has joined forces with art and tech pioneers HOFA for an innovative program titled "In Resonance." Read More -
From ‘Crypto Winter’ to ‘Hot NFT Summer’: The Resurgence of Digital Art
Sotheby's ongoing foray into the NFT space seems to be resonating with a younger, more tech-savvy demographic. Read More -
Takashi Murakami Loves, and Fears, Art’s Digital Revolution
The renowned artist Takashi Murakami is navigating the emerging digital art frontier with a unique blend of enthusiasm and caution. Read More -
Domaine Achillée Breaks New Ground With NFT-Exclusive Wine Auction
Domaine Achillée and Wine in Block have launched an exclusive NFT auction for the winery's “vendanges tardives” 2017 vintage. Read More -
JOOPITER’s ‘Just Phriends’ Auction: A New Paradigm in Art and Retail
JOOPITER, the digital-first auction house and content platform, has launched 'Just Phriends,' an innovative auction and retail experience. Read More -
China’s “Black Mirror” GPT Clones Raise Global Concerns
While the GPT Clone Program is a significant advancement in AI technology, its potential global expansion could have unsettling consequences. Read More -
Democratizing Art Ownership: Warhol on the Blockchain
In a bold move to democratize art ownership, Freeport is using blockchain technology to fractionalize artwork by iconic artist Andy Warhol. Read More -
Are NFTs the Future of Music or a Fanbase Fiasco?
Amidst a rapidly evolving Web3 landscape, a rising number of visual artists and musicians are exploring novel ways to engage with their fans. Read More -
Web3: A Potential Game-Changer for Hollywood?
Web3 proposes to redefine Hollywood, challenging traditional hierarchies and introducing a new era of interactive, personalized content. Read More -
Palm NFT Studio Launches Free Generative Art Tool Powered By Unreal Engine
Palm NFT Studio offers extensive libraries of customizable 3D assets to a broad audience and aims to revolutionize digital experiences. Read More -
Should Art Institutions Give Up On NFTs?
As we cross the mid-year threshold of 2023, art institutions are left pondering a critical question – are NFTs worth the ongoing investment? Read More -
Are Switzerland’s NFT Ventures An Innovative Leap Or Digital Dead End?
In the wake of the NFT mania of 2021, Switzerland swiftly emerged as a leading player in the evolving landscape of blockchain technology. Read More -
Japan’s Largest Airline Debuts NFT Marketplace
All Nippon Airways (ANA) recently launched an aeronautical-themed NFT marketplace in partnership with its subsidiary, ANA Neo. Read More -
Web3 Summit ‘Proof of Talk’ to Spotlight Digital Art in Paris
The Musée des Art Décoratifs in Paris will host the Web3 Summit, "Proof of Talk," designed around restoring trust in the Web3 industry Read More -
‘Batman’ Franchise Executive David Uslan Joins 0N1 Force As Strategic Advisor
The pioneering anime PFP project 0N1 FORCE has welcomed producer and IP3 founder David Uslan as a strategic advisor. Read More -
Alipay Targets Chinese Art Lovers With Virtual Tour of Da Vinci Masterpieces
Digital to Asia and Way Experience have jointly launched an innovative virtual tour of Leonardo da Vinci's art. Read More -
Las Vegas’ Latest Gamble: The City’s First NFT Gallery
In the bustling city of Las Vegas, a new development in the world of digital art is set to make its debut. Read More -
Phillips Launches NFT Auction In Collaboration With Andrea Bonaceto
Leading auction house Phillips is set to showcase artist Andrea Bonaceto's latest NFT project, Tempus Fugit. Read More -
Fingerprints DAO x Mercedes-Benz to Release New Digital Art Collection
Fingerprints DAO has announced their upcoming digital art collection, Maschine, created by artist Harm van den Dorpel in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Casey Craig, Coindesk’s Global Head of Communications
Casey Craig is the Global Head of Communications for CoinDesk, where she manages all communications and public relations. Read More -
Americana Wants To Create a New Standard Of Collecting
Backed by Alexis Ohanian’s 776, Americana aims to set a new standard for buying, selling, storing, and managing collectibles. Read More -
Will Artists Embrace AI-Generated Music and Open-Source Innovation?
The cost of producing high-quality music has significantly decreased due to AI advancements, prompting a need for a new distribution model. Read More -
Wedgwood Embraces Web3: A Modern Spin on Iconic Jasperware
Under the guidance of their new Creative Director, Alice Bastin, Wedgwood unveils a captivating modern iteration of its iconic Jasperware. Read More -
A Digital Art Whirlwind Sends Top NFT Collections Into a Nosedive
Despite the crypto market witnessing an upswing, the NFT mania that swept the previous years seems to be losing momentum. Read More -
Upstream’s “Learn and Earn” DAO Course: Revolutionary Education or Risky Gamble?
Upstream's online course "My First DAO" teaches students how to construct a decentralized autonomous organization with a 24-week curriculum. Read More -
WAC Fellowship Helps Museums Reshape the Arts and Culture Landscape
The WAC Fellowship recently culminated in an initiative that reimagines the engagement of cultural institutions with the Web3 universe. Read More -
Chen Man Shoots Grimes For First NFT Collection On LiveArt
Acclaimed Chinese photographer Chen Man is set to unveil an NFT collection featuring the artist Grimes today on LiveArt. Read More -
Arcual Announces New Feature at Art Basel with Commissioned Sculptural Artwork
Arcual will launch its latest feature, The Digital Dossier, before Zurich Art Weekend and Art Basel in early June. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: 3D Artist Andre Oshea
Over the past year, Atlanta-based artist Andre Oshea has achieved a string of notable accomplishments in the digital art space. Read More -
Japan’s Re-Engagement With Web3 Gains Momentum
As part of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s “Cool Japan” tech strategy, Japan has embarked on a renewed journey into the world of Web3. Read More -
Q&A: Kim Asendorf Generates Intricate Color-Based Noises in New Show
Feral File has announced COLORS of NOISE, a new show featuring work by the German visual artist Kim Asendorf. Read More -
“Generations,” A Trans-Media Exhibition of NFTs and Quilting
Arsnl Art has announced Generations, an exhibition featuring a collaboration between artist Anna Lucia and the Quilters of Gee’s Bend. Read More -
Jack Butcher Expands Checks NFTs With Physical-Backed ‘Elements’ Collection
Jack Butcher is expanding the Checks NFTs ecosystem with a new project that combines generative artwork with hand-drawn physical prints. Read More -
Artifact Labs Forges Ahead With Global Museum Partnerships
Artifact Labs has announced plans for international cultural partnerships following a successful seed funding round. Read More -
Can Artizen’s Crowdfunding Approach Revolutionize Web3 Culture?
Artizen, a Web3 culture-centric crowdfunding platform, has amassed $2.2 million in funding to back creators blending art and design. Read More -
Binance Introduces Metaverse-Based Show to Identify Next Web3 Entrepreneur
Binance is set to launch "Build The Block," a pioneering digital series in which Web3 startups compete for investment from Binance Labs. Read More -
Los Angeles County Museum of Art and Cactoid Labs Kick Off NFT Art Exhibition
LACMA has ventured further into the domain of NFT art via a new collaborative project involving notable digital artists. Read More -
Sotheby’s Launches NFT Marketplace With Direct Transactions & Artist Royalties
Global auction giant Sotheby's has extended its NFT art offerings through the launch of a peer-to-peer secondary marketplace. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: Case Simmons Launches NFT Collection On Web3 Platform Wild
JCC recently caught up with artist Case Simmons to discuss his creative process and new digital art collection "Blue Chips." Read More -
Pompidou Centre Showcases NFT Exhibition Amid Market Decline
Despite a decline in both price and cultural relevance, the Pompidou Centre in Paris has opened an exhibition focused on NFT art. Read More -
Hong Kong Forges Ahead With Its Web3 Push
Hong Kong is making strides in its plans to become a blockchain powerhouse, recently launching a new Web3 institute to spearhead the effort. Read More -
Sotheby’s To Offer Collection Of NFT “Grails”
Sotheby's is set to launch a series of sales featuring an important collection of digital art, including notable works by leading artists. Read More -
Has Generative AI Destroyed VC Interest In Web3?
The central place that generative AI is taking in the cultural conversation is not the only one influencing lessened VC interest in Web3. Read More -
Bitcoin Rally Sparks Renewed Hope for Crypto Industry
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a recent surge, leading some analysts to question whether Crypto Winter has finally come to an end. Read More -
Are NFT Airline Tickets the Next Big Trend in Travel?
Argentinian airline Flybondi has partnered with tech startup TravelX to offer NFT-based tickets using TravelX's NFTicket technology. Read More -
Hong Kong Quietly Emerging As a Web3 Powerhouse
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary recently stated that now is the "right time" to advance Web3 adoption in the region. Read More -
Western Art Dept Introduces Western-Themed Artists To Web3
NFT artist Jeremy Booth has announced a project aimed at introducing traditional Western artists into the Web3 space. Read More -
Wellness In Web3: From Move-To-Earn Workouts To Avatar Meditation
Having gone from buzzword to the backbone of daily routines across the globe, wellness is now going virtual. Read More -
Holograph Introduces Groundbreaking Multichain Open Edition NFT Collection
The inaugural Multichain Open Edition (MOE) graces the blockchain today in a collaborative effort with Dan Witz. Read More -
Can Hollywood Learn to Embrace Web3?
Web3 technologies have the potential to rejuvenate the movie theater industry and enhance the entertainment experience for audiences. Read More -
Sotheby’s Wine Head Joins NFT Marketplace: Will Other Luxury Veterans Follow Suit?
As the world of NFTs continues to evolve, it's no surprise that the art and auction world is also getting in on the action. Read More -
Was NFT.NYC 2023 a Fresh Start For NFTs Or the Last Hurrah?
Was the third annual NFT.NYC conference, a leading Web3 event and barometer for the space, a new start for NFT culture? Read More -
Film and TV Digital Collectibles On the Rise — Just Don’t Call Them “NFTs”
Film and TV startups within the NFT ecosystem are gaining traction, though they're careful to avoid the term "NFT." Read More -
Could Centre Pompidou’s NFT Exhibition Spark An Institution-Led Renaissance?
Are NFTs dead or poised for an institution-led revival? A new exhibition at the Centre Pompidou means the latter may be possible. Read More -
Japan Unveils Bold Strategy To Become Global Web3 Leader
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has unveiled a white paper with recommendations for bolstering the nation's crypto industry. Read More -
Deep Freeze Or Green Shoots? Tracing the “State of Crypto” In 2023
What does the current frosty climate mean for the future of crypto, in a world where "crypto" is increasingly becoming a dirty word? Read More -
HeartX Aims To “Revolutionize” Digital Art Industry
HeartX has introduced a new Web3 marketplace and community platform aimed at artists, collectors, art consultants, and enthusiasts. Read More -
Could Ordinals Reinvigorate the Digital Collectibles Field?
The Bitcoin digital collectible community is expanding as multiple marketplaces emerge, including Gamma.io. Read More -
Has the “Crypto Winter” Morphed Into the “Metaverse Winter”?
The collapse of cryptocurrency trading firms in 2022 accelerated a "crypto winter." Now, pessimism has extended to the metaverse sector. Read More -
Exhibition Spotlight: Tyler Hobbs, QQL: Analogs (Pace Gallery, New York)
New York's Pace Gallery has launched a new exhibition by Tyler Hobbs featuring physical interpretations of the artist's NFT collection, QQL. Read More -
Beeple Studios Collaborates With Gibbes Museum of Art For Second Event
Digital artist Beeple is set to partner with Charleston, South Carolina's Gibbes Museum of Art for his second Beeple Studios event. Read More -
Why Are Media NFTs Struggling to Gain Traction?
Many observers are asking whether NFTs can revitalize traditional print media. Today, an answer may be as elusive as ever. Read More -
ECHOOO and Coinlive To Hold “The Great Web3er” Celebration
ECHOOO and Coinlive are set to host their debut event, "The Great Web3er," at Hong Kong's Mirage Bar & Restaurant. Read More -
Can Industry Groups Become Major NFT Players?
XCMG’s purchase and commercial usage of a BAYC NFT is significant because it represents a rare crossover between an industry group and Web3. Read More -
Justin Aversano’s Smoke and Mirrors Marries Time and Medium
Artist Justin Aversano's latest exhibition Smoke and Mirrors is the latest iteration of his acclaimed art series. Read More -
Exhibition Watch: Measuring the World by Athene Galiciadis
Copenhagen's von Bartha Gallery has announced a new solo exhibition by Swiss artist Athene Galiciadis, Measuring the World. Read More -
When Will the Digital Art Market Comprehensively Address Inclusion?
The latest Sotheby's NFT sale was expected to be a success, but instead highlighted the issue of inclusivity in the digital art world. Read More -
Exclusive Q&A: How Gmoney Is Building a Luxury NFT Brand
We catch up with Gmoney to discuss the process of building a phygital luxury brand and the intricacies of multiversal product production. Read More -
Is the Chinaverse Outpacing the West in Web3 Development?
China is poised to overtake the West in metaverse-related technology investments, according to research firm GlobalData. Read More -
Generative Art Institute Le Random Announces Permanent Collection
Le Random has announced an $8 million seed fund to establish a permanent collection celebrating the heritage of the generative art movement. Read More -
Exhibition Spotlight: “Sounds Of Blackness” at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila
The group exhibition “Sounds of Blackness” brings together a diverse group of visual artists from the African Diaspora. Read More -
What An Immutable and Polygon Labs Partnership Means For Web3 Gaming
Two leading companies in the Web3 gaming space predict a significant expansion in the industry within the next few years. Read More -
Most, But Not All, Web3 Startups Face An Uphill Fundraising Battle In 2023
Last week saw a relatively quiet period for crypto funding, but is this a blip of the start of an enduring trend? Read More -
Formfunction Fizzles Out: Solana Art Platform Shutters Amid NFT Market Turmoil
The Solana-based NFT marketplace Formfunction is closing down just a year after raising $4.7 million in seed funding. Read More -
China’s Two Sessions Prompt Renewed Focus On Metaverse Regulations
At this year's "Two Sessions," several legislators proposed new regulations for China’s metaverse and digital collectible sectors. Read More -
The Startup State: Key Findings from FuelArts’ 2023 Report
Despite the challenges of 2022, we are moving into a season likely split between AI startups and individual heroes. Read More -
Will Sotheby’s ‘Oddly Satisfying’ Metaverse Auction Make a Splash?
The digital Sotheby's auction house has been created in RLTY World, a private metaverse platform that support NFT assets. Read More -
JCC Book Byte: Bad Shibe By Rob Myers
Rob Myers's sci-fi novella Bad Shibe explores the themes of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and decentralized networks. Read More -
The Role Of Museums and Brands In the Future of Web3
Uncertain times lie ahead for the previously hyped metaverse and Web3 sectors as we near the end of the first quarter of 2023. Read More -
Q&A: Gigi Casimiro On Decentraland’s Metaverse Fashion Week
The upcoming Metaverse Fashion Week will invite fashionistas to gather and experience the newest advancements in digital fashion. Read More -
Could Major Art Institutions Save the NFT Market?
The NFT art market faces uncertain prospects in 2023. The convergence between finance and art means that the investment cycle is shortening Read More -
Decentraland’s Metaverse Fashion Week Set To Fuse Tradition with Innovation
With the curatorial theme of Future Heritage, MVFW23 is dedicated to connecting leading digital designers with established fashion institutions. Read More -
Where the Metaverse Meets the Theatre
Metaverse technologies go hand-in-hand with theater performances, allowing audiences to experience the stage in a much more immersive way. Read More -
The NBA’s New Digital Path to Winning Over Young Chinese Fans
NFTs that can only be acquired through user interactions will encourage more Alipay users to explore the platform’s interest-based features. Read More -
Generative Artist Siebren Versteeg Mints Time In New Show
For one year, Versteeg will generate a new work every 10 to 15 minutes, using trending stories scraped from the internet as source material. Read More -
Coinlive Hosts Web3 Trends and Forecast Event
At Coinlive’s Web3 Trends & Forecast 2023 – VC Edition, esteemed VC speakers shared their thoughts on current Web3 trends. Read More -
Tyler Hobbs Blurs Man and Machine With New Exhibition, “Mechanical Hand”
The contemporary art gallery Unit London will soon present generative artist Tyler Hobbs’s new exhibition, Mechanical Hand. Read More -
Who’ll Win the Web3 Race: Hong Kong or Paris?
While many marketers turn away from words like "NFTs" and "crypto," recent news items indicate that the field remains as active as ever. Read More -
Baidu’s DApp Initiative Could Build a “Metaverse Coalition”
Baidu's DApp can pull together a range of metaverse platforms to store digital assets such as digital collectibles and membership points. Read More -
Can Web3 Transform UGC Preservation?
As metaverse platforms seek to attract more users, one crucial question is how they can permanently preserve user-generated content. Read More -
Twelve Renowned Museums Join Web3 Innovation Fellowship
The Tezos Foundation and two partners have announced a 12-museum cohort for the Web3 for the Arts and Culture (WAC) fellowship program. Read More -
JCC Book Byte: Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain
Artists Re:Thinking the Blockchain explores the intersecting artistic, speculative, and technical engagements with the technology. Read More -
Final Fantasy Publisher Dives Into Web3 Gaming With New NFT Project, Symbiogenesis
"Symbiogenesis" will provide players with a unique experience in which they will unfold a virtual adventure by collecting digital art. Read More -
Art Blocks and Bright Moments Look To Bring Art to Life In a New Way
Art Blocks and Bright Moments have partnered to create a unique project that connects NFTs to real-life experiences. Read More -
Can NFTs Revitalize Traditional Print Media?
Men’s fashion magazine GQ recently announced plans to unveil its first NFT collection, dubbed "GQ3 Issue 001: Change Is Good." Read More -
CODAworx Announces Its First NFT-Focused Summit
CODAworx, an online community that celebrates commissioned artworks, has announced its first NFT-focused CODAsummit conference. Read More -
Web3 and VR Experts To Assemble At Berlin’s Creators of the Metaverse Fest
With a focus on inclusivity and networking, the event will see Web3 and VR experts and more than 9,000 expo visitors exchange ideas. Read More -
An NFT That Includes a Sliver of Rihanna’s Royalties
The recent Super Bowl LVII was notable not so much because of who won or the commercials, but because of its halftime show, featuring Rihanna. Read More -
Is Law Enforcement Up To the Challenge of Policing the Metaverse?
As the metaverse becomes an important part of daily life in more areas of the globe, its security risks are also gaining attention. Read More -
Could LACMA’s Latest Acquisition Be a Glimpse Into the Future Of Art?
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art has acquired a donation of 22 NFTs of generative artworks, a major step for the museum. Read More -
Why Macau’s Latest Digital Fashion Exhibition Is So Important
The Macau Fashion Gallery's new exhibition, “Beyond the Boundaries," is the latest embrace of Web3 by Macau’s fashion sector. Read More -
Why Has the Crypto Crash Positively Influenced the NFT Market?
Following the crypto winter of 2022, is the global NFT world in terminal decline or on the verge of a rebound? Read More -
OG.Art Launches Heterosis: An Immersive Metaverse Greenhouse
Innovation laboratory Snark.art and OG.Art platform have announced Heterosis, a new art series and immersive metaverse experience. Read More -
Q&A: Alice Delahunt, Founder and CEO of Next Gen Fashion Platform SYKY
In January, SYKY, a next-generation luxury fashion platform, announced the closing of its $9.5 million Series A funding round. Read More -
Physical Stores Might Sink (Or Save) NFTs
Recently, ftNFT opened two physical NFT stores in Dubai that offer merchandise, such as T-shirts and mugs, that feature NFTs also up for sale. Read More -
Could WeChat Mini-Apps Revolutionize China’s Metaverse?
WeChat recently released its “XR-Frame” development guide, offering solutions to enhance the XR and 3D capabilities of WeChat mini-apps. Read More -
It’s Not Just Art: Science Museums Turn to the Metaverse
While art museums attract much of the press around cultural Web3 extensions, a rising number of science museums are going the same route. Read More -
Will Virtual Artists Actually Matter One Year From Now?
While virtual artists are nothing particularly new, entertainment companies are now exploring the space as a new way to reach young audiences. Read More -
California’s Flowerboy Project Gets Phygital For Valentine’s Day
Flowerboy Project, a phygital flower and coffee bodega, has dropped a line of digital bouquets just in time for Valentine's Day. Read More -
Could Sports and Gaming Rescue a Flagging NFT Market?
After a 2022 that left the NFT scene at a low, expectations of a full-scale recovery for digital assets are muted in 2023. Read More -
Will East Asia Become the Frontrunner in the Global Race to Regulate Crypto?
As U.S. and E.U. regulators deal with FTX aftershocks, East Asia is emerging as a global leader in cryptocurrency regulation. Read More -
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From high-profile scams to an ongoing "crypto winter," it's no surprise that startups see safety as a core selling point in 2023. Read More -
What Porsche’s NFT Flop Means For Cultural Institutions
After weeks of hype, Porsche's first NFT collection ended up a humiliating flop for the German luxury automaker. Read More -
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Sharon Mizota talks to JCC about her work helping museums and organizations improve their diversity and inclusion efforts using metadata. Read More -
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NFT art collective Art Attainment has announced its phygital NFT collection inspired by Rembrandt’s 1648 painting, "Night Watch." Read More -
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Ahead of the upcoming Chinese New Year, Alibaba is throwing all its weight behind a range of metaverse celebrations and promotions. Read More -
MFA Boston Drops Second French Impressionist NFT Collection
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is set to launch its second NFT collection of rarely exhibited French pastels from the 19th century. Read More -
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One of the latest areas that companies have aimed to make accessible to the culture-loving public is digital art curation. Read More -
The Metaverse Celebrates the Year of the Rabbit
Multiple events are set to highlight how China's rapidly evolving domestic metaverse can preserve traditional festivities in 2023. Read More -
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Investment firm Fuelarts and open-source blockchain Tezos have collaborated on an accelerator program for art and tech-focused startups. Read More -
China’s “National Spirit” Moutai Embraces the Metaverse
Moutai’s metaverse was created by a company the brand co-founded with NetEase Haowu, the e-commerce company owned by NetEase. Read More -
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Ukrainian ceramicist Serhii Makhno has launched his first NFT collection inspired by his 2019 DIDO ceramic collection. Read More -
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2022 saw the retreat of China’s tech sector in the NFT space as companies refrained from providing digital collectible trading services. Read More -
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At the recent COP28, the Jameel Arts & Health Lab brought to the forefront the role of arts in addressing climate change. Read More -
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Virtual humans had a notably enhanced and expanded role on the NYE countdown shows of multiple Chinese platforms. Read More -
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As global giants struggle to make headway in the metaverse, Chinese startups are attracting the interest of cultural luminaries and tech giants. Read More -
Does China’s New State-Backed NFT Marketplace Have Global Implications?
The new China Digital Asset Trading Platform runs on the China Cultural Protection Chain, which aims to promote China’s cultural sector. Read More -
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For Web3 initiatives to succeed in the cultural realm in 2023, the key will be the quality of their use cases. Read More -
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A look at the notable Web3 initiatives aimed at protecting our earth and enhancing sustainability in 2022. Read More -
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As 2022 comes to a close, we’re returning to articles we’ve published over the course of a fascinating year in the world of cultural Web3. Read More -
JCC’s Top Museum Web3 Initiatives of 2022
2022 witnessed the further integration of Web3 into museum projects worldwide, hinting at what could come in 2023. Read More -
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Jing Culture & Crypto's most-read and best articles about Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in 2022. Read More -
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A compilation of our best interviews and Q&As from 2022, from the African Museum of the Metaverse to Ben Davis. Read More -
China’s Key Web3 Developments In 2022
The People's Republic of China occupies an increasingly important space in the global Web3 landscape. Read More -
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As 2022 comes to a close, we find ourselves in an interesting situation, with "crypto" ending the year as a four-letter word. Read More -
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Most recent survey respondents said they expect immersive experiences in Web3 to influence social interaction. Read More -
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Following its debut earlier this year, Decentraland’s Metaverse Fashion Week will return in March 2023 with a new and improved strategy. Read More -
JCC Book Byte: Designing the Web’s Open History
A new book by designer and scholar Giorgio Ruggeri explores the role of visual design in digital communications about cultural heritage. Read More -
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Whereas Web3 music is rapidly developing in the West, its fate in China is different due to a number of structural and business reasons. Read More -
JCC Book Byte: The Modem World, Web 1, and the Socialized Internet
According to author Kevin Driscoll, the modem world embodied different business models than the ads on screens we see today. Read More -
Could Local Talent Transform Macao Into China’s Newest Digital Fashion Hub?
Will Macao’s recent digital efforts help put the region on the map as one of the most exciting fashion hubs in China? Read More -
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Although 2022 has witnessed the trading volume of NFTs tumble 97 percent, museums remain enthusiastic about digital art. Read More -
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JCC catches up with Lorena Duran of Emerge | Converge to learn about the group's mission and the future of VR art. Read More -
Are Museums Killing NFTs, Or Legitimizing Them?
Is activity by museums turning NFTs into legitimate works of art or simply serving to make them incredibly uncool? Read More -
What Does a Crypto-Light Art Basel Miami Beach Mean For Cultural Institutions?
It's that time of year again, when art dealers, art collectors, art lovers, and amped-up partygoers descend on Art Basel Miami Beach. Read More -
CyberPowWow: Honoring An Indigenous Created Cyberspace
Arts NGO and new media platform Rhizome has announced the presentation of CyberPowWow, an “aboriginally determined territory in cyberspace." Read More -
Creative Q&A: Kristjana Williams at VIVE Arts
Online NFT platform VIVE Arts has partnered with Icelandic artist Kristjana S. Williams for the artist's first NFT project, Head in the Clouds. Read More -
Global Web3 Art Exhibitions Are Still Going Strong
The exhibition “Encrypted Shanghai" is notable as it indicates a tightening embrace of Web3 by Chinese galleries. Read More -
How Digital Collectibles Are Helping China Protect Endangered Species
Differing reactions to NFTs promoting environmental protection in China and the West can be explained by China’s unique approach to Web3. Read More -
Q&A: Francis Belin Of Christie’s Discusses Art’s Physical-Digital Shift
We recently caught up with Francis Belin of Christie’s Asia Pacific to discuss how auction houses are responding to art's digital evolution. Read More -
Exhibition Profile: FUTURES PAST at arebyte
At London's arebyte Gallery, the group show Futures Past seeks to lead its visitors through excavated urban ruins of the future. Read More -
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With crypto winter now in a deep freeze, cultural institutions are looking for extensions that can drive footfall and (ideally) revenue. Read More -
Apes Out, Hotels In: Why the Hospitality Industry is a Burgeoning NFT Hotspot
Today, it is all the more important for cultural NFTs to offer real-life value to restore consumer and investor confidence. Read More -
Tourism Could Be the Next Big Web3 Space
With the prices of much-hyped NFTs continuing to drop, one area that is quietly seeing growth in the Web3 space is tourism. Read More -
How Could Sony’s Web3 Shift Benefit the Cultural Industries?
Even as the broader NFT market experiences a marked decline, Sony is taking steps to incorporate Web3 into its gaming business. Read More -
China’s Film Industry Cozies Up To the Metaverse
Attendees from China's film and tech sectors recently met to discuss how the metaverse can play a bigger role in Chinese filmmaking. Read More -
Why Burning a Frida Kahlo For NFTs Was Such a Spectacular Failure
An allegedly authentic Frida Kahlo drawing was burned at a party in July — but it’s only just catching the world’s attention. Read More -
Could the Collapse Of FTX Spread To Cultural Crypto?
The FTX saga reveals the risks of unethical business practices in the crypto sector, where the regulatory mechanism is still underdeveloped. Read More -
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The male-dominated landscape of Web3 is finally changing for the better, but there’s still a long way to go. Read More -
How Luxury Spirits Labels Are Unbottling The NFT Market
Even with confidence in crypto tanking, the thirst for luxury spirits NFTs seems impossible to quench. How can such a sensorial industry benefit from Web3? Read More -
Unpacking China’s Ambitious VR Equipment Initiative
The total scale of China's VR industry, including related hardware, software, and applications, will exceed $48.6 billion by 2026. Read More -
JCC Book Byte: Radical Friends, DAOs and the Arts
Radical Friends has consolidated eight years of research into a toolkit for radical care and connectivity in the art industry. Read More -
Will Instagram’s Embrace of NFTs Empower Independent Artists?
Instagram's new NFT features are available to a small group of creators, although Meta stated that it hopes to expand them shortly. Read More -
Pinterest x The Louvre: How Both Are Trying To Stay Relevant
A Look at the Louvre transports viewers to some of the lesser-known nooks and crannies of the esteemed French museum. Read More -
Are Museums and Galleries Fueling An NFT Credibility Gap?
The dramatic boom-and-bust cycle of the most heavily promoted NFTs has not been reflected in the fine arts space. Read More -
What Does Hong Kong’s New Embrace of Cryptocurrencies Really Mean?
Hong Kong is planning to unveil an NFT for the 2022 HK FinTech Week, the tokenization of green bonds, and introduce digital Hong Kong dollars. Read More -
Is the Public Sector the Real-Life Metaverse Success Story?
Recent developments suggest that the public sector could in fact be a way for the metaverse to be quickly integrated into real life. Read More -
How Reddit’s NFT Avatars Stayed Hot In the Midst Of a Crypto Winter
Reddit’s NFT avatar collection recently exploded on Polygon, with sales volume nearly tripling in less than 24 hours. Read More -
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One of the biggest pain points in music is tracking down royalties owed to the artists who contribute to a song’s creation. Read More -
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Cultural institutions find themselves caught in the middle as Web3 enthusiasts and skeptics duke it out on the world stage. Read More -
Hong Kong Film Icon Stephen Chow Seeks Web3 Talent
Renowned actor and filmmaker Stephen Chow launched his official Instagram account with a post "seeking outstanding Web3 talent in the dark." Read More -
In Paris, NFT Factory Introduces the Public to Web3
In Paris, just across from the Pompidou Center, NFT Factory, the “Soho House for Web3,” has officially opened its doors. Read More -
How Music NFTs are Impacting the Creator Economy (Part One)
NFTs represent ownership, authenticity, and instant royalty payments, three things important to all types of artists. Read More -
Kanye Is Buying ‘Free Speech’ Web3 Platform Parler. What Does This Mean For The Future Of Web3?
As much as the Internet doesn’t want to give him airtime, musician-turned-designer Ye keeps giving us reasons to do so. Read More -
China Says No To Speculative All-Virtual Metaverse
How will China's new metaverse approach to “use the virtual to enhance the real" shape its development and partnerships? Read More -
On Monuverse, Cultural Monuments Meet The Metaverse
The project is launching with a NFT drop featuring Milan's Arch of Peace, as part of its larger goal of onboarding cultural heritage. Read More -
How Virtual, AI-Enabled Artists Are Singing A Song For Our Times
As the music industry enters its Web3 phase, virtual artists have emerged to further redefine artist-fan relationships. Read More -
V-Art And Ukraine’s Lviv National Museum Enlist NFT Artists To Reinterpret Classical Paintings
The NFTs will be exhibited virtually and sold to raise funds for conservation and rebuilding by Ukrainian museums. Read More -
“The Medium Is The Message”: How And Why The African Museum Of The Metaverse Builds
Blacksanta.eth, the collective behind the project, discusses its work in platforming Black creativity and onboarding the NFT community. Read More -
Yuga Labs Forms BAYC Community Council Tasked With “Representing The Club”
Set to better community engagement, the council will spearhead community initiatives and manage feedback from BAYC NFT holders. Read More -
Digital Art Fair Xperience To Transform Hong Kong Into A Web3 Playground
From October 20, the event will showcase world-class digital artists and feature its first-ever participatory art installation. Read More -
Behind The Launch Of Christie’s 3.0, The Auction House’s NFT Marketplace
More than a year on from its landmark Beeple sale, Christie's has unveiled a NFT platform "to scale our digital art offerings." Read More -
Occupy White Walls Hosts Birmingham Museum’s First Metaversal Arts And Music Festival
KULTURA Sessions: BRUM virtually recreates Birmingham's Digbeth neighborhood, complete with art installations and performances. Read More -
What Truth Labs’ NFT Platform Signals About Brand-Specific Marketplaces
Brand or project-specific marketplaces are growing in popularity for offering greater asset transparency and control over fees. Read More -
NEW INC, Meta Open Arts, And 10 Artists Plumb The Possibilities Of The Next Web
The Meta initiative and cultural incubator have teamed up to back 10 projects that are surfacing "new models for a decentralized internet." Read More -
Backed By Web3, Artwrld Is Setting Its Sights On “A Different Art World”
On the eve of dropping Shirin Neshat’s NFT debut, the platform expands on how it plans to shift the plates of the art ecosystem. Read More -
Meta History’s Latest Collection Aims To Include The World’s Museums
NFTs from the project's Incredible Rooster digital art collection will be gifted to museums around the world in a gesture of solidarity. Read More -
Never Mind The Winter, Investments In NFT Startups Remain In The Billions
Fuelarts' latest Art+Tech & NFT Startups Report found that investments in NFT companies in H1 2022 topped out at $2.5 billion. Read More -
POAPs, NFTs, And UFOs: How Nxt Museum Made Its Web3 Entry
The Amsterdam venue has become one of the first museums to implement POAP technology, what it dubs “a low-threshold model.” Read More -
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As Jing Culture & Crypto, we'll be exploring how Web3 technologies are changing and challenging the art and culture landscape. Read More -
Keeping Things Simple: How Guide-ID Is Leveling Up The Audio Guide
The company behind the Podcatcher, the world's easiest audio guide, offers museums essential tools to enrich audio storytelling. Read More -
Nifty Gateway Invites Curators To Operate NFT Storefronts In New Publishers Program
The beta program, currently limited to 50 selected curators, will likely chart a new course for NFT commerce post-crypto winter. Read More -
What Goes Into Managing And Engaging A Discord Community?
The platform, with a user base of more than 300 million, has quickly become a Web3 hotspot for networking and engagement. Read More -
Agence France-Presse Partners With LaCollection For Debut NFT Drop
The world's oldest news agency is minting and selling digital editions from its archives that capture "the news of the last decade." Read More -
Science Museum Group’s New AR App Gamifies Science Learning
Made with PRELOADED, the app uses augmented reality and geospatial technologies to inject scientific phenomena into real life. Read More -
Lumen Prize Announces Shortlist For Its First NFT Award
The shortlisted works span generative art and interactive experiences, with some offering critique of the NFT market. Read More -
A Community Matter: The DAOs Making A Difference On-Chain And IRL
Decentralized collectives are actively changing what we think about organization, art ownership, and community governance. Read More -
“Art In This New Space”: Max Stealth On The Value (And Volume) Of His NFT Art Collection
Fresh from his first live auction at Sotheby's, the collector opens up about what's whetting his investment and collecting impulses. Read More -
What’s Making And Breaking The Case For NFT Display?
Danvas is the latest company to join the digital display sector, which has emerged alongside the growing valuation of NFTs. Read More -
What Opportunities Await In The Next Era Of Streaming In The Metaverse?
Companies like Sensorium XR are uncovering opportunities in streaming internal, virtually grown content in the metaverse. Read More -
MoMA Establishes Endowment For Digital Art, Likely Marking A Move Toward NFTs
Launched with the William S. Paley Foundation, the new endowment might see the museum acquire its first NFTs. Read More -
What Have NFTs To Do With The Future Of Event Ticketing?
Tokenized ticketing promises a change in the way that tickets will be sold, bought, and reissued. Even Ticketmaster is now onboard. Read More -
“It’s Co-Creation, It’s Participation”: What Powered Decentraland’s Third Metaverse Art Week
Decentraland's Metaverse Producer discusses the commercial interests and communities shaping our metaversal future. Read More -
How theVERSEverse Is Carving Out “A Place For Poetry In The Metaverse”
The platform has launched its first collab with SuperRare in its continued push to bring verse to the metaverse. Read More -
Thanks To Web3, Art Market Dynamics Will Never Be The Same Again, Says LiveArt
Fresh from its LiveArtX Global 100 competition, the Web3 platform reflects on the new digital collecting landscape. Read More -
With Its New NFT Platform, LG Electronics Makes A Play For The Digital Art Market
Set to launch with a drop from Barry X Ball, LG Art Lab marks the tech giant's continued bid to enter the NFT art world. Read More -
How Might A DAO Remake Art Collecting? Salon Is About To Find Out
The decentralized fund is leveraging blockchain-based tech and equity ownership to build a shared physical art collection. Read More -
Major Music Labels Are Swarming The NFT Space. Will They Be Welcomed?
It may be inevitable that major labels are rushing towards NFTs, but their role in a decentralized field remains up for debate. Read More -
Decoded: The Cultural Utility And Value Of Proof-Of-Attendance NFTs
POAP collectibles offer both cultural organizations and visitors the opportunity for deeper connections and sustained engagement. Read More -
How X Museum Is Activating The Virtual — And Metaversal
Curators of the venue's X Virtual Incubator exhibition discuss what our virtual condition means for art, artists, and X Museum. Read More -
Meet Audius, The Spotify Of Web3 Bent On Revolutionizing The Music Industry
"We like to think we have helped create the perfect music commons, where there is nobody sitting between the artist and fan." Read More -
From The 17th Century To Web3: How MetaRembrandt Is Onboarding The Dutch Master
The project aims to preserve and make accessible Rembrandt's works in the metaverse, while "display[ing] art in interesting ways." Read More -
Who’s Winning The NFT Licensing Space? It’s BAYC, Of Course
And it's not just M&Ms. By granting its holders IP rights, Bored Ape Yacht Club has opened new roads into branding and marketing. Read More -
White House Historical Association Drops First NFT, With Iconic Moments And PROOF
The NFT reimagines a historic painting in the White House Collection, as part of PROOF's Grails II season. Read More -
How Interoperability Is Unlocking An Open Metaverse Culture And Future
The Sandbox's new season presents the biggest use case of avatar interoperability yet — what does it mean for metaversal adoption? Read More -
National Gallery Of Victoria Hosts Australia’s First And Largest AR Art Tour
AR.Trail, presented in collaboration with Acute Art, features 22 AR works dotted across Melbourne's Art Precinct. Read More -
What You Need To Know About NFTs And Licensing
The granting of IP rights by NFT projects might pave the way toward decentralization, but not without a few bumps along the way. Read More -
In Orbstellar Metaspace, Immersion Meets NFTs, Co-Creation Meets Commerce
Created by XCEPT and commissioned by Swire Properties, the installation integrates Web3 and retail into a digital art experience. Read More -
Decoded: Museums In The Metaverse
Built in and for virtual worlds, metaverse-native museums offer opportunities to rethink traditional museum models and practices. Read More -
X Museum Goes X Virtual, Unveils First Metaversal Exhibition
The X Virtual Incubator showcases four virtual environments, marking the Beijing institution's entry into the metaverse. Read More -
MetaRembrandt Aims To Bring Rembrandt Onto The Blockchain And Into The Metaverse
The project is selling fractions of "The Night Watch" to fund an upcoming metaverse museum that will house Rembrandt's works. Read More -
Artists Rights Society Debuts NFT Platform ARSNL — With Frank Stella Already Onboard
In partnership with ARSNL, the minimalist pioneer is due to unveil his first NFT project that invites participation and co-creation. Read More -
APENFT Foundation’s Art Dream Fund Launches New Open Call
For its second season, the fund renews commitment to "nurturing and supporting young artists" through an open call for entries. Read More -
Why China’s Metaverse And Digital Collectibles Sectors Are Diverging
While local governments release high-profile metaverse initiatives, major Chinese NFT platforms are taking a step back. Read More -
How Pace Verso Is Weathering The Crypto Winter
At Fuelarts' most recent webinar, Ariel Hudes of Pace Verso discussed how the platform has thrived with an artist-first approach. Read More -
Shanghai Museum Becomes First Chinese Institution To Release NFTs On Its Own Blockchain
The venue has launched Museum of the Sea, a digital collecting platform powered by Shanghai Museum's own Shangbo Chain. Read More -
“A New Way Of Collecting”: Behind TRLab’s Bid To Elevate The Digital Collecting Experience
Whether in partnership with Cai Guo-Qiang or the Calder Foundation, the platform's projects center access and education. Read More -
How NFTs Are Setting The Stage For Branding In The Metaverse
Speakers at NFT Expoverse LA surfaced how Web3 is enabling brands to expand, build communities, and reach new consumers. Read More -
Tencent Set To Shutter The Huanhe NFT Platform. What Now For Its Web3 Ambitions?
The Chinese tech giant looks to be winding down its NFT platform, amid dwindling sales and an uncertain regulatory future. Read More -
With Its First Offering, Artory/Winston Opens The Door To Fractionalized Art Investment
The partners have teamed up with Republic to offer tokenized shares in one of Damien Hirst's Psalm works. Read More -
National Museum in Lviv To Debut NFT Collection In The Name Of Conservation
Designed in partnership with V-Art, the NFT drop is intended to raise funds for the museum's preservation and security systems. Read More -
Museum Of The Future’s Immersive Experiences Are Ecological Ones Too
The museum's installations by Superflux, Marshmallow Laser Feast, and Atelier Brückner bring environmental emphasis to immersion. Read More -
Art, Truth, And NFTs: Inside Meta History’s Museum Of War
“Every day of this experience is important," says Meta History's Founder, "and every day must find its place in the Museum of War.” Read More -
Might NFTs Have A Role In Museums’ Storytelling And Audience Strategies?
Our latest webinar with Iconic Moments centered the possibilities of integrating NFTs into museum exhibitions and visitor experiences. Read More -
Building Arkive, The World’s First Decentralized Museum
Arkive Founder Tom McLeod on what it means to put the museum's collection and curation in the hands of its community members. Read More -
William Blake’s Visions Arrive In AR Form Via An App By Getty Museum And Apple
Built with Apple's AR tools, United Visions has been released in the run-up to the museum's forthcoming William Blake exhibition. Read More -
The National Gallery Kicks Off Its First Immersive Experience In Roblox
An adaptation of the museum's first AR project, The Keeper Council marks the National Gallery's debut in the metaverse. Read More -
What Does A Hybrid Museum Experience Even Look Like?
A two-part report by Cuseum lays out what it means for museums to blend the digital and physical to create "an engagement loop." Read More -
Meta History’s New Drop To Support The Restoration Of Ukraine’s Cultural Heritage
While documenting the Russo-Ukrainian war in NFTs, the project will now also benefit the rebuilding of Ukraine's cultural sites. Read More -
Just As Web3 Is Propelling Art, So Art Is Powering Web3
Christie’s 2022 Art+Tech Summit offered the latest thinking on the continued exchange between art and Web3 technologies. Read More -
Metaverse Potential Is Only Getting Bigger. So What’s Next For Web3 In China?
With investment in the metaverse already surpassing $120 billion this year, the Chinaverse is on its way to meteoric success. Read More -
“An Inclusive Approach”: How Livdeo Mastered The Web-Based App
The digital startup has most recently facilitated the build-out of the first web app for Lawrence Weiner's "OUT OF SIGHT" installation. Read More -
Exceptions, Not Norms: What Decolonizing Museum Practices Could Look Like
What can museums do in the form of decolonial interventions to ensure equity in their displays and collections? Read More -
Alexander Calder Lands In Web3 With An Interactive NFT Art Experience
The Calder Question by the Calder Foundation and TRLab will present an educational gamified journey into the artist's practice. Read More -
Here’s What Went Into Triennale Milano’s First VR Experience, Developed With VIVE Arts
To mark its centennial, the Milan institution is making its VR debut, presenting visitors an immersive “virtual journey through time.” Read More -
BTS Partners With Google Arts & Culture To Bring Art To Street Views
BTS x Street Galleries presents virtual tours of 14 cities, guided by and featuring artworks curated by members of the band. Read More -
Cultural Infrastructure Projects Hit A High In 2021
AEA Consulting's latest Cultural Infrastructure Index logged 211 cultural projects in 2021, the highest annual volume since 2016. Read More -
“The Essentials Of Experience”: Benny Or On Building Connection Into The Metaverse
The Meeting Place Co-Founder and [0] Creative Director discusses virtual architecting for cultural and social experiences. Read More -
The Mary Rose Museum Debuts AR Experience Visitors Can See, Hear, And Smell
The multisensory experience melds a buzzy piece of creative tech with immersive scent to reanimate the venue’s educational offer. Read More -
How dslcollection And V-Art Are Carving Out A Space For Ukrainian Art In The Metaverse
dslcollection's Sylvain Levy discusses his vision for the collaborative Ukrainian VR Pavilion and further out, our metaversal futures. Read More -
How Can NFTs Reimagine The Museum Experience? Answers In Our Next Webinar
In partnership with Iconic Moments, we're exploring how NFTs can help deliver and reimagine the museum experience. Read More -
The Met Deploys 3D Imaging And AR To Paint Classical Antiquity In Living Color
Chroma leverages tech from reconstructions to an AR experience to spotlight polychromy in Greek and Roman statuary. Read More -
Decoded: When Generative Art Meets NFTs And The Blockchain
While generative art dates back to the 1960s, its emergence on-chain has spurred the interest of both artists and collectors. Read More -
The Platform That’s Digitally Recovering Ireland’s Lost National Archives
The Virtual Record Treasury of Ireland reconstructs the country's public records collection with a 3D tour and searchable database. Read More -
At Samurai Museum Berlin, The Samurai Goes Digital
In partnership with Ars Electronica Solutions, the new museum is using digital tech to vivify samurai culture for a modern audience. Read More -
What’s In The Metaverse Opportunity For Museums?
A recent report by UTA and Vox sheds light on how cultural organizations can add value to the metaverse and its Gen Z users. Read More -
MAP Academy And Microsoft Join Forces For AI-Driven Journeys Into Textile Art
Using Microsoft's AI, INTERWOVEN finds common threads between the textile collections of MAP Academy and 16 partner museums. Read More -
Stockholm’s First NFT Exhibition Goes Somewhere Ethereal
Fotografiska Stockholm and curator Somewhere Media discuss the ethereal and educational aspects of their collaborative showcase. Read More -
MFA Boston’s French Impressionist Works To Hit The NFT Market
Launched in partnership with LaCollection, the museum's first NFT sale is intended to support its conservation efforts. Read More -
How Wellcome Collection Is Reconnecting Indigenous Knowledge To Its Digital Catalog
The museum's Indigenous Knowledges initiative plans to use digital tools to center local voices and authority in its collections. Read More -
Is There Room For Graffiti On The Blockchain? Glyphic Says Yes
Co-founded in partnership with the Museum of Graffiti, the platform has already sold out its debut drop of NFTs by FUZI. Read More -
From AR To NFTs — How Gallery Weekend Beijing 2022 Is Thinking Digital
The sixth edition of the event features some 40 exhibitions, plus digital activations including Douyin campaigns and an AR map. Read More -
How NFT Platform Verse Is Making Sense Of The Digital Art Market
Aimed at easing NFT art collecting, the marketplace has developed its first exhibition in collaboration with 12 artists and curators. Read More -
What’s Powering Pace Verso And Art Blocks’ Newly Minted Partnership
"Bottom line is that it’s very fundamental," says Pace's CEO Marc Glimcher. "We believe in the possible futures of NFTs." Read More -
How The Blanton Museum Of Art Unlocked Online Engagement — With Baked Goods
The Blanton Bake-Off has grown from a lockdown-era digital activation into a sustained annual tradition for the Austin museum. Read More -
Decoded: Fractionalized NFTs In The Art And Cultural Sector
The market cap on fractionalized NFTs has now surpassed $200 million, but what potential do they hold for cultural players? Read More -
What’s Next For Virtual Programming At Arts Organizations In The UK?
The AHRC's newest report logs the impact and the future of online programs across the UK's art and cultural landscape. Read More -
LACMA Unveils Digital Art Acquisition Fund Backed By — Wait For It — Paris Hilton
Spearheaded by the Hilton heiress, the initiative will support the acquisition of digital works by female artists. Read More -
On-Chain To Onsite: What’s Inside The SuperRare Gallery?
"Most NFT galleries [make] you feel like you’re in Times Square," says the platform. "We want to go the opposite way." Read More -
The Historic Royal Palaces’ New Floral Exhibition Blooms In AR
Tower Superbloom AR ports the newly launched floral display at the Tower of London onto an engaging and accessible platform. Read More -
How (And Where) Arts And Cultural Programming Stands In The US
The latest report from UBS and Arts Economics uncovers the cities, trends, and biases that are shaping the US art ecosystem. Read More -
How To Crisis-Proof The Museum? Start With Governance
The Museum Watch Governance Management Project underscores the need for robust leadership to build resilience into institutions. Read More -
Art Basel To Host The Largest Installation Of Lawrence Weiner’s Participatory Project
An enduring hit with young audiences, the late artist's public artwork, "OUT OF SIGHT," will be taking over Basel's Messeplatz. Read More -
Guggenheim Museum And LG Unveil Initiative Unifying Art And Technology
The LG Guggenheim Art and Technology Initiative intends to support and develop the museum's engagement with digital art. Read More -
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The Pittsburgh institution's new initiative involves the vital yet oft-neglected demographic of audiences over 55. Read More -
With Its New Stranger Things Experience, Netflix Continues To Lean Into Its Greatest Hit
The immersive event taps Netflix's most popular IP at a time when the streamer, with its recent subscriber loss, needs a win. Read More -
Where Grand Palais Immersif Is Taking Immersive Experiences Next
In the lead-up to its Venise Révélée digital exhibition, the platform shares how it plans to enrich the immersive offer. Read More -
What China’s Digital Collectibles Market Could Mean For Western Museums
The fast-emerging digital collectibles market been eagerly tapped by Chinese museums for licensing and retail programs. Read More -
“There’s A Place For Art”: How Ben Davis Sees Today’s And Tomorrow’s Cultural Experiences
On the heels of his new collection of essays, the art critic discusses the tensions and technologies that are transforming culture. Read More -
In A Team-Up With Superblue, JR Is Going AR
Available exclusively on the Superblue app, JR Reality taps AR technology for a globe-spanning participatory art project. Read More -
With Looty, The Case For Digital Repatriation Gains A New Ally: NFTs
For its first drop, the independent project has digitized the British Museum's trove of Benin Bronzes to be minted and sold as NFTs. Read More -
The Andy Warhol Museum Set To Boost Its Community Impact With A Pop District
The museum's ambitious project aims to transform its neighborhood into a creative hub, while catalyzing the area's cultural economy. Read More -
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The museum's newly launched online puzzle game offers an engaging, social, and constantly refreshing digital experience. Read More -
How China’s Museums Greeted International Museum Day
Increasingly, Chinese institutions are banking on the annual event to drive audience engagement and partake in a global conversation. Read More -
SuperRare Gets Physical, Unveils Its First-Ever Pop-Up Gallery
The NFT marketplace debuts IRL with a three-month pop-up that builds a physically immersive experience around digital art. Read More -
One Key To Driving Cultural Repatriation? It’s Data, Says Open Restitution Africa
Launching in 2023, the digital portal will advance transparency and accountability around the restitution process through open data. Read More -
Nine Italian Museums Arrive On Alipay In Time For International Museum Day
The collaboration sustains connections between the Italian museums and Chinese audiences currently under lockdown. Read More -
The Whys And Why Nots Of Art NFT Collecting
A new report by Berlin-based research initiative ART+TECH uncovers what's motivating and what's frustrating art NFT purchases. Read More -
The Prado’s Exhibition For The Visually Impaired Tours Spain’s Museums
The Touching The Prado tour, now stopped over at the Museum of Málaga, expands on the Prado's commitment to accessibility. Read More -
The Event That Brought Together The V&A Museum, Gucci, And 90 TikTok Creators
For the opening of Fashioning Masculinities, the V&A teamed up with TikTok and Gucci for a private viewing and livestreamed tour. Read More -
Renaissance 3.0: Behind The Ambrosiana Library’s First PFP Collection
One of Milan's oldest institutions makes its Web3 entry with a forthcoming drop of PFPs drawn from works by Leonardo da Vinci. Read More -
From Artist Takeovers To Curation — How Gagosian Gallery Built Its Retail Arm
Richard Prince is the latest artist to take over a Gagosian shop, an activation representing a key facet of the gallery's retail strategy. Read More -
How Has Remote Work Changed Museum Workplace Communication?
Remote work arrangements have spurred a rethink among museum professionals about how they connect and communicate online. Read More -
The NFT Project That’s (Re)Claiming A Museum Object
In June, a Congolese collective will drop NFTs minted of a sacred statue once owned by the community, now held by the VMFA. Read More -
Arcadia Earth Is Putting XR To Work For The Environment
The immersive venue has now adopted Microsoft's HoloLens tech throughout its 15 rooms to deepen its ecological message. Read More -
No Brand Has More Museum Collaborators Than UNIQLO Does
MFA Boston's newly renewed collaboration with UNIQLO keeps up the brand's decade-plus streak of museum partnerships. Read More -
“A New Phase Of Hallyu”: Korean Culture Gets The Immersive Treatment
Making its American debut this week, the traveling exhibition merges Korean art with digital technologies in 17 installations. Read More -
Yosemite National Park Soon To Be A Multi-Sensory VR Experience
The latest VR tour to center on the park will open as a multi-sensory offering, enhanced by Positron's immersive technology. Read More -
The Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp Arrives On-Chain — Not With NFTs, But ASTs
The Belgium institution has launched an art security token offering to sell virtual shares of an Expressionist work in its collection. Read More -
Smithsonian And Meta Team Up For A Trip To The Moon In VR
Set to launch in May at the Smithsonian's FUTURES exhibition, the collaborative VR experience pairs immersion with education. Read More -
“A Field In Transition”: Why The Museum Education Sector Is Never Done Learning
The editors of Museum Education for Today's Audiences discuss a practice that continues to evolve in response to audience needs. Read More -
teamLab’s New Digital Exhibition Makes The Immersive Interactive Too
The collective's latest exhibition integrates Samsung's mobile tech with visitor-responsive projections and gamified elements. Read More -
Join Jing Culture & Commerce In The Metaverse To Uncover What It Holds For Museums
Presented in partnership with The Meeting Place on Spatial, our upcoming webinar explores why virtual spaces matter for museums. Read More -
Meet MAP Academy, The Digital Encyclopedia Bringing Indian Art Online
Launched by the Museum of Art and Photography Bengaluru, the portal illuminates Indian art history from a hyper-local perspective. Read More -
When 3D Technology Enters The Cultural Repatriation Debate
With its 3D reconstructions, the Institute for Digital Archaeology is making the case for restituting the Parthenon Marbles. Read More -
V&A Museum Lines Up China Tour For Its Bags: Inside Out Exhibition
Besides bolstering the museum's presence in China, the traveling exhibition taps the country's cultural appetite and luxury market. Read More -
What Did NFT Sales By Art Galleries Look Like In 2021?
Not as splashy as you think: Artsy's 2022 Gallery Insights found only 11 percent of surveyed galleries sold NFTs in the past year. Read More -
LACMA And Snapchat Continue To Mount Monumental Perspectives In AR
The second collection from the collaborative Monumental Perspectives project again taps AR's accessibility and ease of use. Read More -
The Podcast Space Welcomes A New Museum: The Met
The institution has developed two new podcast series, with the first, Frame of Mind, exploring the connection between art and wellness. Read More -
Persia Goes Phygital In The Getty Museum’s Latest Onsite-Online Exhibition
The museum's Persia presentation blends an immersive physical exhibition at Getty Villa with an interactive digital experience. Read More -
How China’s Cultural Institutions Are Doing Digital Heritage
From VR tours to NFTs — Chinese museums are finding new ways to license, platform, and market the country's cultural heritage. Read More -
ICA Miami Becomes The First US Museum To Launch Its Own NFT Platform
"We see it as part of our mission to engage with technologies at the time they are rapidly developing," says the institution. Read More -
What Fueled The Dialogues At EXPO Chicago? Crucially, Community Engagement
At the ninth edition of the art fair, museum professionals gathered for conversations where community outreach came into focus. Read More -
Dalí Universe Ushers In The First Salvador Dalí NFT Collection
Dropping today, the collection launches in partnership with Artscapy and features eight of Dalí's most well-known sculptures. Read More -
How The UK’s Heritage Institutions Are Tackling Their Digital Collections
The AHRC's Digital Collections Audit surveys the nation's digital heritage collections, spotlighting gaps and recommendations. Read More -
The Notre-Dame Is Rebuilt In The National Building Museum’s AR Exhibition
The immersive experience documents the cathedral's 850-year timeline through interactive features and digital reconstructions. Read More -
The Met Releases An Interactive Game In Its First Collab With Nickelodeon’s Noggin
Merging Nickelodeon's Bubble Guppies IP with the Met's artifacts, the game furthers the museum's efforts in digital education. Read More -
Maison Kitsuné Ups Its Art Credentials With Its First NYC Gallery
Galerie Kitsuné represents for the French-Japanese lifestyle brand a step towards creating a cyclical retail and gallery ecosystem. Read More -
Web3 Is Headed Our Way. Are Cultural Institutions On Board?
Diane Drubay, Founder of We Are Museums, discusses how Web3 might play a sustained and sustaining role within museums. Read More -
The Prado Museum Offers Visitors A New Way To See — And Smell — A Brueghel
The Essence of a Painting uses Puig's scent technology to enrich engagement with Brueghel and Rubens’ “The Sense of Smell.” Read More -
Is Hybrid The Future Of Museum Membership?
Cuseum's 2022 Membership Insights Report sheds light on how museum memberships are adapting to a newly hybrid landscape. Read More -
How Should Museums Bolster Their Commitment To Their Community?
The AAM's 2022 TrendsWatch report provides actionable ways for museums to deepen their community support and engagement. Read More -
NFTs’ Carbon Footprint Impacts The Environment — And The Art World Too
What does the environmental impact of NFTs mean for an art world where sustainability was already a glaring issue? Read More -
Ukraine Inaugurates Its Museum Of War With A Collection Of NFTs
The NFTs preserve key moments of the Russian-Ukrainian war, with sales proceeds set to support the country's military efforts. Read More -
How Did Museum Visitorship Recover In 2021?
The Art Newspaper's Visitor Figures 2021 survey reports an overall rebound in cultural participation at the world's most popular museums. Read More -
Netflix Has A Live And Immersive Ball With Its Bridgerton IP
The experience coincides with other collaborative projects, as the streamer gives the hit show the royal licensing treatment. Read More -
How The Museum Of Ice Cream Weathered Lockdowns As An Experiential Attraction
"We need to be agile to adapt to evolving situations while also finding innovative ways to introduce new programs," says the venue. Read More -
“Just Ask”: The Crowdsourcing Effort Behind Morven Museum & Garden’s Bell Labs Exhibition
The museum's first crowdsourcing initiative saw 50 New Jerseyans contributing stories and artifacts to the newly opened Ma Bell. Read More -
How The American Museum Of Natural History Made Sharks Interactive
The exhibition features interactive tech from videos to touch-free games aimed at enriching visitors' learning through participation. Read More -
What Art Dubai’s Digital Art Section Signals For The Future Of NFTs At Art Fairs
The art fair surfaced three aspects necessary in a long-term digital art strategy: community, experience, and education. Read More -
How Can Traveling Exhibitions Work Towards Sustainability?
Teo Live 2022 led with a discussion of how exhibition organizers and institutions could build sustainability into their operations. Read More -
Museums, Here’s What To Know To Meaningfully Engage With NFTs And The Metaverse
The first webinar by JCC and Iconic Moments discussed how museums could venture onto the blockchain with purpose. Read More -
Fotografiska Is Elevating The Museum Experience — And Going Global With It
The institution is opening new venues in Berlin, Miami, and Shanghai along its way to become a "museum of the modern world." Read More -
Mali Culture Lives In Google Arts & Culture And Brooklyn Public Library’s Collaborative Project
Created in partnership with global organizations, Mali Magic captures the country's heritage in digitized artifacts and multimedia. Read More -
At Nextmuseum.io, Cultural Participation Is Just A Click Away
Launched by NRW-Forum and Museum Ulm, the digital platform facilitates collaboration among institutions and individual creatives. Read More -
With Its Latest VR Experience, The National Gallery Is Making An Old Master New Again
Virtual Veronese transports a Paolo Veronese painting back to a 16th century Italian chapel, recreated in VR. Read More -
The Key To ARTECHOUSE’s Global Expansion? Partnerships
The immersive art company shares the thinking behind its collaborations with venues from New City Gas to Harpa Concert Hall. Read More -
Avicii Experience Levels Up The Museum Exhibition With Interaction And Co-Creation
From a VR booth to digital installations — the exhibition presents tech-forward ways to interact with the producer's life and craft. Read More -
Why The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Is Making A Case For Next-Gen Art Shipment
The museum is developing its own art transport crate, designed to withstand damaging vibrations generated by air and road travel. Read More -
The Digital Archive Is Bringing Analog Photography On-Chain
The project launched with a collection of NFTs minted from photographer Lawrence Horn's never-before-seen analog archive. Read More -
Museum Connections 2022 Gets Ready To Unveil Tomorrow’s Visitor Experiences
The fair's 27th edition offers cultural professionals opportunities to network, and uncover the latest museum trends and technologies. Read More -
Sydney’s Cultural Institutions Team Up For An Online Campaign To Drive Visitation
A joint recovery effort by six institutions, the campaign positions cultural venues as spaces for reflection as much as discovery. Read More -
Bangladesh’s Storied Cultural Heritage Arrives In The Virtual Realm
The newly unveiled Virtual Museum Bangladesh offers online visitors VR explorations of four of the country's historical sites. Read More -
Jing Culture & Commerce And Iconic Moments Explore What NFTs Mean For Museums
Join us for a virtual event featuring panelists from the Universal Hip Hop Museum and the Minnesota Street Project. Read More -
Natural History Museum Of Los Angeles County And La Brea Tar Pits Bring The Ice Age Into AR
The institutions have unleashed prehistoric animals as AR paleoart models on Snapchat, Instagram, and Sketchfab. Read More -
Pac-Man Museum+ Offers Players Fresh Ways To Interact With Pac-Man’s Legacy
The video game icon's history is celebrated in a new customizable virtual experience, featuring 14 classic Pac-Man games. Read More -
The GRAMMY Museum Enlarges Its Digital Presence With Virtual Tours
Alongside a free streaming service, the institution's new virtual tours expand the scope and reach of its online footprint. Read More -
Why Can’t Museum Apps Be More Like Wordle?
Wordle's simple yet engrossing gameplay can offer museums ideas about building compelling, utility-centric mobile experiences. Read More -
At Bellevue Arts Museum, Meta’s AR Tells The Story Of Japanese-American Incarceration
Commissioned by Meta, a mural by artist Michelle Kumata has been reimagined as an interactive experience at the museum. Read More -
National Gallery Singapore To Play Host To An Interactive Theater Experience
A phygital production, Gallery of Secrets encourages participants to interact with the museum's spaces in new ways. Read More -
From The Street To The Online Gallery: Street Art Museum Amsterdam’s Journey Into Immersive Tech
The museum has adopted technologies from AR to VR to capture and preserve the monumentality of street art. Read More -
Where Do Museums’ Finances And Operations Stand After 2021’s Disruptions?
AAM's latest survey logged financial losses and how the pandemic will reshape the long-term operations of American museums. Read More -
How A Dubai Gallery Is Converting Traditional Art Collectors Into NFT Buyers
With its first NFT sale, Artiana is tapping Dubai's growing digital art market and paving the way for further engagement with the space. Read More -
The Andy Warhol Museum’s TikTok Is Run For — And By — Teens
"We decided to view this platform through the eyes of the young people who consume it," says the Pittsburgh institution. Read More -
Vasarely Foundation And Paco Rabanne Unlock A Universe At Selfridges London
The collaborative exhibition also features NFTs, the sale of which will support restoration efforts at the Aix-en-Provence museum. Read More -
Voice Is Paving The Way Towards A Multichain Future
With its new multichain enablement, the platform is ensuring greater accessibility and connectivity across the NFT ecosystem. Read More -
“The Program Follows The Culture”: How Museums Used Workplace Tech Over Lockdowns
While museums accelerated audience-facing projects in 2020 and 2021, issues around workplace tools proved more difficult to solve. Read More -
How NFTs Are Uncovering New Value In Art And Luxury
NFTs' potential for storytelling, revenue generation, and audience outreach were addressed at Sotheby's latest webinar. Read More -
With All Kinds Of Limbo XR, The National Theatre Turns Live Performance Into A Digital Experience
Designed to be viewed in VR and AR, the virtual performance ensures engagement across platforms and geographical divides. Read More -
What Role Can Museums Play In Supporting Mental Health And Wellness?
Speakers at MuseumNext's latest summit discussed ways institutions can integrate wellness and mindfulness into their programs. Read More -
Here’s The Mumbai Gallery Behind India’s First NFT Art Auction
Prinseps has entered the country's burgeoning NFT market with a sale of 35 Gobardhan Ash NFTs — with more to follow. Read More -
How Museums Have Approached The Ongoing Project That Is DAM
At DAM and Museums 2022, cultural institutions offered glimpses into the implementation of their DAMs from pitch to roll-out. Read More -
“We’d Be Silly Not to Connect There”: Why Akron Art Museum Launched Itself On TikTok
Since starting its TikTok account last year, the museum has scored likes with its bevy of duet videos and its Why Is This Art series. Read More -
Cultural Organizations Need To Evolve Digital Skills Into Digital Strategy
The National Lottery Heritage Fund's new report surveyed how the UK's heritage sector has grown in digital ability and confidence. Read More -
Inside Unit London’s First NFT Exhibition Showcasing Works From Four Italian Institutions
The exhibition, says the gallery's co-founder, uses "radical technology to elevate and tell the story of classical masterpieces." Read More -
What Are Museums Making Of The Digital And Metaverse Realms In 2022?
Cuseum's latest webinar surveyed opportunities and challenges that the virtual playing field holds for museums in the year ahead. Read More -
Alipay And 24 Chinese Museums Drop Chinese New Year-Themed NFTs
Featured as part of Alipay's annual Spring Festival campaign are 3D digital collectibles of tiger-related cultural artifacts. Read More -
From Sustainability To Interactivity — Teo Live 2022 To Spotlight Key Touring Exhibition Trends
Leading up the event, Teo's Manon Delaury reflects on the developments that are set to reshape the sector in 2022. Read More -
For Its NFT Debut, The Belvedere Museum Is Fractionalizing A Klimt
A collaboration with artèQ, the Klimt NFTs drop on Valentine's Day, with proceeds set to support the museum's mission. Read More -
Cahokia Mounds Museum Society Reawakens Pre-Columbian History With AR
Through recreated 3D structures, the Cahokia AR Tour app aims to enrich visitor experience and understanding of the historic site. Read More -
How The Computer History Museum Is Building A Global And Dynamic Digital Infrastructure
The museum discusses the refresh of its DAM and CMS strategies, aided by its partnership with Terentia and a 21st century mindset. Read More -
The Digital Storytelling That’s Powering The Everything Is Music Virtual Museum
Since its release in 2021, the platform has been recognized for its fresh, ground-level approach to Bath and Bristol's cultural heritage. Read More -
London’s Natural History Museum Reveals Why It Pays To Digitize
New research commissioned by the museum identifies the economic and societal benefits of its ongoing digitization efforts. Read More -
The Duchamp Research Portal Digitally Unites Three Museum Archives
The online resource features almost 50,000 digital assets from French and American collections that illuminate the artist's life and work. Read More -
London Transport Museum Partners With Musemio For Kid-Friendly VR Game
Secret Shelter Challenge blends a history lesson with entertainment value to engage and educate young players. Read More -
The Universal Hip Hop Museum’s DAM Is Built For Now — And The Future
Before her keynote at DAM and Museums 2022, Martha Diaz previews how the UHHM is setting up to maximize its digital assets. Read More -
The Illinois Holocaust Museum’s First VR Exhibition Aims To Enrich Holocaust Education
While boosting the museum's storytelling, The Journey Back marks the first time VR has been used to preserve survivor testimonies. Read More -
Inside The Online Campaign Jointly Activated By UCCA And Douyin (And Maurizio Cattelan)
Last month, the museum and social media platform teamed up to spur audience interest in Cattelan's first exhibition in China. Read More -
The NFT Platform Bridging The Traditional And Crypto Collector Communities
The newly launched MetaArt Club taps the interest and purchasing power of traditional fine art collectors in Asia and beyond. Read More -
Serpentine Launches Multi-Platform KAWS Exhibition On Acute Art And Fortnite
KAWS: NEW FICTION marks Serpentine's metaverse entry and the first time an exhibition has been recreated on Fortnite Creative. Read More -
To Create Its First AR Exhibition, Otago Museum Looked In-House
Developed entirely by the museum, Plunge demonstrates the agility and in-house expertise that Otago has effectively cultivated. Read More -
ARTiSTORY Taps Living Artists For Its Next IP Project With Dunhuang Inspiration
As part of its new program, the licensing company is leveraging the popularity of today's artists to advance Dunhuang's IP globally. Read More -
Baidu Unveils Its Virtual Environment Amid China’s Metaverse Boom
XiRang is still a work-in-progress, but serves as a proof-of-concept for how Baidu is approaching the metaverse. Read More -
The Academy Museum Steps Up Its Digital Offerings Across Web And Mobile
With funding from Bloomberg Philanthropies, the museum has unveiled a new app, online archive, and interactive platform. Read More -
“A Platform To Plan And Be Creative”: Theresa Regli On The Ongoing Value Of DAM In Museums
Ahead of DAM and Museums 2022, the DAM veteran discusses how museums are approaching their digital assets today. Read More -
With The Morpheus Project, NFTs Are Going Holographic
Launched by holographic AR studio Perception Codes, the marketplace offers NFTs of artifacts that are designed to be viewed in 3D. Read More -
The British Museum Readies Its Next NFT Sale Featuring J.M.W. Turner
The museum is set to auction 20 Turner NFTs on crypto art marketplace LaCollection in a further foray into NFT commerce. Read More -
Singapore’s National Heritage Board Is Encouraging Museum-Hopping This Lunar New Year
The NHB's new campaign features 35 institutions and leverages the holiday season to drive cultural participation. Read More -
Forecasting 2022: The Cultural Trends We’re Watching This Year
2022 won't lack projects that will broaden the creative possibilities of cultural programming, engagement, and commerce. Read More -
Does NFT Art Have A Place In The Museum In 2022?
PAMM's virtual panel "NFTs: The Next 500 Years" presented considerations for museums looking toward a future with NFTs. Read More -
The BBC Commemorates Its 100th Year With A Digital Exhibition
The online project features 100 objects from the BBC's archives, curated in partnership with the Science Museum Group. Read More -
How The Rubin Museum Of Art Built Podcasts Into Its Online Strategy
Launched to coincide with an exhibition, the museum's AWAKEN podcast series served as a rich storytelling and marketing tool. Read More -
What Does It Mean To Be A Museum Of The Future?
The newly published Museum of the Future: Now What? maps museological thinking on issues from sustainability to restitution. Read More -
How Cultural Relics Propelled China’s Licensing Market In 2021
With wenchuang dominating the local consumer market in 2021, what does the future hold for Chinese cultural IPs? Read More -
Curatours Blends Climate Action And Social Interaction In Its First Virtual Museum
The Museum of Plastic 2121 advances Curatours' mission to build storytelling and engagement into its multi-person experiences. Read More -
What’s Inside Seattle’s First NFT Museum
Set to launch in January, the museum wants to "provoke thought, discourse, and interpretation" of the medium of NFTs. Read More -
The UK Is Getting Its First Permanent Immersive Gallery
The Reel Store will open with a Refik Anadol exhibition in April 2022, in concert with Coventry's UK City of Culture designation. Read More -
JCC Year In Review: The Arrival Of NFTs And The Metaverse
In our final year-end review, we revisit how cultural organizations interacted with the fast-rising NFT art market over 2021. Read More -
In-Person Cultural Participation Bounced Back In 2021 — But Will It Last?
The latest Cultural Participation Monitor recorded the pre-Omicron sentiments of audiences toward future cultural engagement. Read More -
How Can Museums Better Engage In And Reimagine NFT Commerce?
A clutch of NFT marketplaces are emerging to support museums' NFT auctions, but how should institutions approach these sales? Read More -
Behind ARTiSTORY And Dunhuang Inspiration’s Project To Animate Cultural Heritage
The IP-focused partnership will soon release the Dunhuang Trading Card Game, featuring AR and advanced printing technologies. Read More -
How Will 2021’s Digital Learnings Pave The Way For Museums In 2022?
At Jing Culture & Commerce's year-end webinar, our panelists looked back over a year of digital and creative tech developments. Read More -
JCC Year in Review: On The Collaboration And Partnership Front
Our survey of 2021's key collaborations highlights how partnerships helped museums build on their brands and missions. Read More -
HTC’s VIVE Arts Collabs With The Mucha Foundation For Its First NFT Sale
The sale marks the launch of VIVE Arts' new NFT marketplace, aimed at platforming digital creativity and commerce. Read More -
The Louvre Museum Unveils Its Dedicated Digital Platform, Louvre+
Housing a vast library of videos and podcasts, the portal represents the culmination of the museum's digital transformation. Read More -
How The 2021 Chengdu Biennale Aims To Vitalize China’s Cultural Presence
Set to run until April 6, the Biennale features more than 275 artists in one of China's largest-scale art fairs in the post-COVID era. Read More -
“A Singular World”: The Museum Of Crypto Art’s Benoît Couty On Our Metaverse Futures
The virtual museum's founder expands on the potential of the metaverse as a space for cultural experiences and interconnectivity. Read More -
Netflix’s Red Notice Lands Its Own Google Arts & Culture Pocket Gallery
Netflix's team-up with Google Arts & Culture for its latest production signals the streamer's unflagging cultural ambitions. Read More -
What Are New Considerations For A New Era Of Digital Engagement?
Art Gallery of Ontario's recent panel tackled how cultural institutions should approach post-lockdown audience outreach. Read More -
JCC Year In Review: The Digital And CultureTech Landscape
In the first of our year-end round-ups, JCC surveys the cultural sector’s best uses of digital tools and creative technologies in 2021. Read More -
Snapchat Brings The Apocalypse To London’s Design Museum
The pair's collaborative Landmarker project uses Snap's AR technology to illustrate the impact of climate change. Read More -
Why The Museum Of Chinese In America Is Welcoming Crypto Donations
In partnership with The Giving Block, the institution now accepts more than 40 cryptocurrencies from bitcoin to Ether as donations. Read More -
Inside Pace Verso, Pace Gallery’s Dedicated NFT Platform
Billed as a platform for minting, exhibiting, and collecting NFTs, Pace Verso signals the gallery's deepening NFT strategy. Read More -
The AI Tech That’s Adding New Dimensions To Holocaust Education And Exhibitions
Newly installed at the Florida Holocaust Museum, Dimensions in Testimony offers real-time interactions with Holocaust survivors. Read More -
How Chaumet Set the Bar for Luxury Legacy Exhibitions in China
Chaumet's Tiara Dream exhibition in Beijing demonstrated a nimble online-offline strategy to build relationships with local consumers. Read More -
XBox Transforms The Gaming Environment Into A Virtual Museum
The Xbox Museum marks the brand's 20th anniversary with a showcase of its milestones in an interactive, gamified experience. Read More -
In A Collab With The Museum Of Crypto Art, AI Art Collective Obvious Enters The Metaverse
Obvious will mark its first foray into the metaverse with 10 new AI-generated works, set to be exhibited IRL and on CryptoVoxels. Read More -
Why Tech Partnerships Could Be The Key To Unlocking Your Digital Infrastructure
Through such partnerships, writes Catherine Devine, museums can access the latest technology without having to build it on their own. Read More -
In A PAMM And HTC Collab, Marco Brambilla’s Heaven’s Gate Gets The VR Treatment
A VR experience of the artist's latest video work is the first exhibition to be presented on HTC's new headset, the VIVE Flow. Read More -
Museum Of Science And Roblox Team Up For A Mars-Bound Virtual Experience
Set to launch in 2022, the immersive and interactive experience is aimed at deepening STEM learning among young audiences. Read More -
How EBIT Paved Its First XR Experience With Art, Fashion, Music, And Purpose
The multi-sensory Yellow Trip Road has roped in collaborators like THE DEMATERIALISED to raise awareness around mental health. Read More -
Join Jing Culture & Commerce For A Breakdown Of 2021’s CultureTech Innovations
Our upcoming webinar will explore how cultural venues engaged with creative tech, digital, and NFTs over a transformative year. Read More -
What Transformations Do Audiences Want To See In Their Museums?
Culture Track's second large-scale survey records the digital appetites and attitudes of a post-lockdown cultural audience. Read More -
The Smart Contracts Behind The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art’s Fundraiser
For its latest auction, the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art tapped Fairchain to ensure artists saw royalties now and into the future. Read More -
The Prado Museum Enters China — Via A Metro Station Pop-Up In Shanghai
The pop-up exhibition, accompanied by a WeChat Mini Program, is aimed at strengthening ties with Chinese audiences. Read More -
POP MART’s Keith Haring Edition Signals Its Global Art IP Ambitions
Realized in partnership with Artestar, the range combines Haring's vivid motifs with POP MART's bestselling Space Molly figurine. Read More -
What It Means To Diversify And Enrich Museum Narratives
Asia Society’s 2021 Arts & Museum Summit examined how museum practices are being reimagined for a post-colonial future. Read More -
With MediaScape XR, Cultural Heritage Gets The Virtual Reality Treatment
Developed by CWI and the Netherlands Institute for Sound & Vision, the model aims to enhance interactions with heritage collections. Read More -
Ancient Olympia Is Digitally Revived In Microsoft’s Mixed Reality Exhibition
The collaborative project bears out the key roles of AI, AR, and VR technologies in the digital preservation of cultural heritage. Read More -
Henan Museum’s Archaeological Blind Boxes Go Virtual On Alipay
Not done dominating the market with its cultural heritage blind boxes, the museum is turning to tech to reach new audiences. Read More -
The NMAAHC Cements Its Digital Presence With The Searchable Museum
The new online platform features exhibitions, stories, and resources that recenter the African American experience. Read More -
What Museums Need To Know About China’s Cultural Licensing Landscape
The new report by Jing Culture & Commerce explores IP partnerships and the value of leaning into cultural IP licensing. Read More -
At H.C. Andersen’s House, The Fairy Tale Enters The Digital Age
The museum is leveraging creative tech for a "here and now experience" that enhances the storytelling of Hans Christian Andersen. Read More -
How The Academy Museum Built An Immersive Journey Into The World Of Studio Ghibli
The first North American retrospective on Hayao Miyazaki brings to life his whimsical universe through immersive installations. Read More -
Transformatica Is Bridging The Digital Divide One Used Computer At A Time
Spearheaded by Argentina's Museo de Informática, the project recycles and donates old computers to benefit local communities. Read More -
Tate Modern Refreshes Its Retail Experience With Help From Chila Kumari Singh Burman
The artist's takeover of the Tate Edit shop represents an innovative (and lucrative) rethinking of the museum's retail space. Read More -
Why Immersion Matters To The Future Of Museum Experiences
A virtual panel hosted by ACM SIGGRAPH tackled how immersion is transforming digital storytelling and audience engagement. Read More -
Netflix Is Taking Its Squid Game And Stranger Things IPs Straight To The Bank
The streamer is increasingly deploying its most popular IPs across multiple platforms from merchandise to immersive experiences. Read More -
The Program That’s Building Britain’s First Unified And Digital National Collection
Towards A National Collection has funded five projects that will use digital technologies to connect various museum archives. Read More -
The Winners Of Tmall’s Double 11 Festival? Museums’ Cultural Products
This year's shopping event saw 100 participating museums and sales of IP products growing by 400 percent year-on-year. Read More -
Art Gate VR’s Meta Biennale Set To Mine The Potential Of The Metaverse
Taking place in a virtual environment, the art fair gathers cultural players from artists to galleries to explore an interconnected future. Read More -
Inside Louvre Abu Dhabi And Richard Mille’s Collaborative Bid To Boost UAE Talent
As part of a joint "dedication to support the arts," the partnership will award an emerging artist the annual Richard Mille Art Prize. Read More -
How Audience And Intentional Are Steering Museums’ Post-Lockdown Digital Strategies
Panelists at MCN 2021 Virtual's Global Recap emphasized the need for museums to sustain digital engagement beyond lockdowns. Read More -
Behind The National Art Museum of Ukraine’s Venture Into NFTs
With an assist from Stampsdaq, the Kyiv museum will be releasing NFTs based on works by Ukraine’s best known figurative artists. Read More -
How The Museum Of Contemporary Art Australia Reimagined The Mobile Guide
The Sydney institution's pivot to a web-based mobile guide seeks to increase access and reduce friction in visitor experience. Read More -
How Should Cultural Institutions Value NFT Art?
Rhizome and Kadist's latest virtual event delved into the evolving relationship between digital art and the cultural establishment. Read More -
Access Cultural Futures, A Repository Of Museums’ Digital Projects
Created by MCN and NEW INC, the new portal hopes to "foster an open exchange of knowledge and to support the entire field." Read More -
How FIFA Museum Is Assembling 211 Objects To Tell The Global Story Of Football
"It’s not only about the object," says Managing Director Marco Fazzone, "it’s more about the stories behind the object." Read More -
Goethe VR Is Making Faust Newly Interactive, Immersive, And Accessible
Led by the German National Library, the experience aims to modernize the "complicated" play for a new and younger audience. Read More -
How Cultural IP Is Transforming The Museum Sector
Following a year of lost revenue and footfall, the cultural sector is waking up to the opportunities presented by licensing deals. Read More -
Michael Lau, Godfather Of Designer Toys, On Collectible Culture And Commerce
"The growing audience that is keen to pick up art toys," says Lau, is "substantial enough to create a trend and a movement." Read More -
‘Tis The Season For Museum IP Partnerships And Brand Collaborations
The recent swell of museum and brand team-ups bears out the increasing popularity and bankability of the IP model. Read More -
From Home To Home Page: The IKEA Museum Goes Digital
Mirroring IKEA's international footprint, the IKEA Museum Digital aims to make its collections "accessible to more people globally." Read More -
Post-Pandemic, Museums Face A New Challenge: Sustaining Digital Engagement
Findings from the Digital Transformation in Museums survey reflect what institutions need to sustain the past year's digital pivots. Read More -
Long Live The Blockbuster: Where Do Large-Scale Exhibitions Go From Here?
The pandemic hasn't dulled the ambitions of blockbuster exhibition organizers, but has altered their priorities in crucial ways. Read More -
RTFKT Studios Enlists Takashi Murakami For Its First NFT Avatar Project
The collaboration between the virtual fashion collective and pop artist is set to boost the popularity and value of NFT avatars. Read More -
EPFL Unveils The Most Detailed Map Of The Universe As A VR-Ready Experience
The immersive visualization, built on the latest cosmological data, will feature at an exhibition at the EPFL Pavilions in April 2022. Read More -
“The New And Unconventional” Are Driving X Museum And Polestar’s Collaboration
Michael Xufu Huang discusses how this latest partnership fuels the Beijing museum's mission to platform China's emerging artists. Read More -
Digital Literacy And Access Are Musts For Today’s Museums
Museums now have technology on their side, writes Catherine Devine, but do they also have digital literacy? Read More -
Why Latin American Museums’ Digital Approaches Are Emphasizing Persona Over Place
MCN 2021's Latin American panel spotlit how a community focus is reshaping the post-COVID strategies of the region's institutions. Read More -
Nudes From The Collections Of Viennese Museums Land On OnlyFans
Vienna Tourist Board's entry onto the adult-friendly platform represents a savvy digital response to social media censorship. Read More -
Facebook Turns An AR Filter Into A Platform For Latinx Art
Developed on Spark AR, the effects filter spotlights four Latinx works from El Museo del Barrio and the Mexican Museum. Read More -
Post-COVID, Does Virtual Programming Have A Future In UK Theaters?
The upcoming Digital Access to Arts and Culture Beyond COVID-19 report paints a bleak picture for many theaters' digital offerings. Read More -
The British Museum’s Latest Art Toy Play: Alice In Wonderland Blind Boxes
In partnership with Bluepiper Studio, the crowdfunded project leverages the museum's IP and China's ongoing blind box craze. Read More -
What Makes A Museum Of The Future? MUZE.X Probed The Possibilities
Presenters at the biennial conference explored ideas from digital innovations to hybridity that are defining museum futures. Read More -
The Blockbuster Exhibition Offering Visitors The First-Ever VR Tour Of Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru explores the site's rich history and culture through a VR tour and immersive elements. Read More -
Which Museums Won Over The Brand Collaboration Landscape In 2021?
The Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards 2021 saw a number of museums earn honors for collaborative and licensed goods. Read More -
How Are European Institutions Reframing History With Hybrid Strategies?
European museums at MCN 2021 Virtual explored the opportunities and pitfalls of the new (and inevitable) hybrid format. Read More -
Collections Of Ghent Is Digitizing Cultural Heritage With A Key Collaborator: Its Community
Leading with co-creation, the project invites the people to Ghent to enrich the digital collections of five local institutions. Read More -
What Are 2021’s Best Museums And Attractions? Find Out At Tiqets’ Remarkable Venue Awards
The fifth Tiqets Remarkable Venue Awards recognizes the best attractions that are winning with visitor experience and innovation. Read More -
How Is Huangshan Planning To Drive Tourism? With Its Cultural IP
The Huangshan Tourism Festival delved into the roles of the cultural and creative economies in Huangshan's future. Read More -
How The Mobile Phone Museum Is Dialing Up Its Online-First Approach
Aided by its partnership with Vodafone, the digital museum is eyeing physical exhibitions to showcase the history of mobile devices. Read More -
teamLab Lands In Shenzhen, Outfitting C Future City With Four Public Installations
The partnership between the collective and Shenzhen mall bears out the cultural-retail model that's proven successful in China. Read More -
The NFT Showcase That Doesn’t Sleep: Inside Openlake’s 24-Hour NFT Gallery In Chengdu
China's first NFT gallery that's open round the clock wants to deepen visitors' understanding of crypto art and the metaverse. Read More -
SFMOMA And The North Face Team Up To Build The Brand’s First Digital Archive
Set to be unveiled at SFMOMA in 2022, the digital archive is being assembled through crowdsourcing and audience participation. Read More -
What’s Driving The Arabian Peninsula’s Digital Cultural Landscape?
MCN 2021 Virtual featured a discussion on how Gulf museums are reframing the region's intangible heritage for a digital age. Read More -
How Science And Technology Centers Are Reimagining The Virtual Format
ASTC's 2021 Annual Conference explored how the past year's digital innovations could pave the way forward for science museums. Read More -
The Mobile Game That Aims To Reconnect Chinese Tourists With Thailand’s Attractions
Sawadika Run, created by the Thailand Tourism Authority, allows players “to experience the destination virtually and immersively.” Read More -
What Are The Innovations Powering The Visitor Attractions Sector?
From sustainability to AR — Blooloop's V-Expo 2021 delved into the innovations driving the new museum and attractions experience. Read More -
Bulgari Unveils A Multi-Sensory AI Installation, Soon To Be Minted As A NFT
Created by artist Refik Anadol, "Serpenti Metamorphosis" is the first AI-driven work to be presented by a luxury brand. Read More -
Hainan Sales Hit New Records During China’s Golden Week
During China’s National Day holiday, Hainan hit a new sales record. Is it set to become the country's undisputed luxury mecca? Read More -
Do NFTs Have An Environmentally Sustainable Future?
Eco-friendly NFT platforms such as Voice are springing up in response to the spotlight on the environmental cost of NFTs. Read More -
Cleveland Museum of Art Opens A Mixed Reality Portal Into Cambodia’s Sacred Mountain
Revealing Krishna embraces immersive technologies to center the exhibition's titular sculpture within its original site. Read More -
In A New Hybrid Environment, How Are Asia’s Museums Getting Phygital?
At MCN 2021 Virtual, three Asian cultural organizations discussed new opportunities for storytelling that spans onsite and online. Read More -
Google Arts & Culture And Belvedere Museum Trained An AI To Color Like Klimt
The newly unveiled Klimt vs. Klimt project digitally reconstructs the painter's long-lost Faculty Paintings with a machine learning model. Read More -
The Vietnam National Museum Of History’s Virtual Push To Enrich Cultural Heritage
The museum's latest virtual exhibition, National Treasure, joins its other digital initiatives from 3D tours to online education programs. Read More -
“Creating A Cultural Brand”: Art Macao Plans To Boost Its City’s Cultural Clout
"We hope the Biennale adds to the image of Macao as a cultural city and enriches the tourism sector," says Macau’s Cultural Affairs Bureau. Read More -
How Casa Batlló Went 10D To Immerse Visitors In The Mind Of Gaudí
A digital overhaul has transformed the popular Barcelona attraction into an immersive journey that offers 10 sensory features. Read More -
It’s Time To Modernize Museum Fundraising
By leveraging data and experimentation, cultural organizations can expand the reach and impact of their fundraising efforts. Read More -
Netflix Banks On Its Squid Game IP With A Pop-Up Installation In Seoul
The exhibition bears out the streaming giant's continued intentions to expand its IP footprint outside of the digital realm. Read More -
At The Ethnological Museum Of Berlin, The Climate Change Discussion Is Getting An AR Boost
Currently in development, SwellAR will encourage visitors to engage with Oceania's environment through an interactive interface. Read More -
NFT Platform LaCollection Launches With A Partnership With The British Museum
The platform's inaugural drop of more than 200 Hokusai NFTs demonstrates how its "positioning is focused on art institutions." Read More -
Superblue Enters New York With An Immersive Offering At The Shed
Fragile Future features the work of Dutch duo DRIFT and kicks off Superblue's plans to grow its footprint beyond its Miami base. Read More -
How National Gallery Singapore Is Gearing Up For A Hybrid Tomorrow
Backed by a track record of innovation, including a new AR exhibition, the museum is finessing its fusion of physical and digital. Read More -
The Immersive Exhibition Urging Climate Action Through Art, Tech, And Music
Undercurrent sees 11 musicians creating art installations and digital experiences that spotlight the climate emergency. Read More -
The Israel Government Tourism Board’s Offline Activation That Offers Chinese Travelers “A Bite Of Israel”
The DMO's “Experience Now, Travel Later” campaign invites prospective travelers to interact with China's Jewish heritage. Read More -
Nature Meets Augmented Reality At The Seeing The Invisible Phygital Experience
For a year, 12 botanical gardens will present 13 AR artworks via a mobile app in a blend of physical space and digital presentation. Read More -
When Theater Goes Zoom: Inside Creation Theatre’s Virtual Productions
“It's not theater, it's not film, it's not TV," says the company. "It's drawing on all those disciplines and creating something really new.” Read More -
Blooloop’s V-Expo Celebrates The Innovations Driving Change At Visitor Attractions
The conference will recognize the industry's "dynamism and imagination" over the past year and highlight incoming innovations. Read More -
How Can AI Have A Bigger Impact Within Cultural Institutions?
In a new report, EuropeanaTech examined the opportunities and challenges in getting AI to institution-wide implementation. Read More -
Museum Of Ancient Wonders Plays Host To Ubisoft’s VR Escape Room Experience
The onsite VR game, Escape The Lost Pyramid, encourages participants to further engage with the museum's Egyptian exhibits. Read More -
What NFTs Mean For The Future Of Art Creation, Curation, And Commerce
Panelists at the NFT — The Future of Art? discussion tackled how digital art is reshaping the roles of artists and collectors. Read More -
Inside The European Travel Commission’s Europe Behind The Scenes Campaign
The three-month initiative saw some 30 destinations create livestream and short-video content — three DMOs tell us how they did it. Read More -
In Partnership With The Crypt Gallery, Dream Hotels Welcome A New Guest: NFTs
Launching the partnership is a NFT exhibition at Dream Hollywood, where visitors can view and buy limited-edition digital art. Read More -
What AI Is Doing For The Museum And Cultural Space Today
Y-Lab's digital conference, The Art of A.I., examined how the tech is recalibrating the way museums work and approach art. Read More -
Christo’s Wrapped Arc de Triomphe To Open In Paris, At Sotheby’s, And On Snapchat
In a collaboration between Sotheby's and Snap Inc, the wrapped monument can be experienced in immersive AR on the app. Read More -
Samsung And Louvre Partner To Deliver Masterpieces To Audiences’ Homes
The Louvre is the latest museum to join Samsung's Art Store, enabling audiences to view and display its collection on their walls. Read More -
Foundation’s Open Call For A New Dimension In NFTs
With its latest open call, the crypto art platform is aiming to uncover new possibilities in the creation and exhibition of 3D NFTs. Read More -
Tencent And Dunhuang Research Institute Commemorate Cultural Heritage With NFTs
Released for China's 9/9 Charity Day, the NFTs are the first non-profit collectibles offered by the long-time collaborators. Read More -
Sotheby’s Gets In On The Latest In NFT Collectibles: Bored Apes
Sotheby's recent Ape In! saw Yuga Labs' Bored Ape and Club Dog NFTs set a new record for NFT sales at the auction house. Read More -
Differentiation And Localization: Lessons From Hainan’s Tourism Push
Jessica's Secret latest report on the Hainan traveler highlights key learnings about the new wants and priorities of Chinese tourists. Read More -
Introducing The Latest Tool In Art Authentication: AI
While authenticators today have access to new technologies, AI is emerging as a cost-effective, convenient, and accurate solution. Read More -
The Universal Hip Hop Museum Is Mapping Out The Museum Of The Future
Once open in 2024, the museum will leverage technology from AI to XR to deepen visitors' understanding of hip hop history. Read More -
The British Museum And Sketchfab Team Up For Touring Exhibition
Troy: beauty and heroism will feature both physical artifacts and digital 3D objects in a hybrid presentation that will tour the UK. Read More -
Alibaba Enters The Digital Art Marketplace, Joining China’s Flourishing NFT Sector
In the past year, Chinese tech giants have ventured into the NFT realm, tapping and fueling the popularity of virtual assets in China. Read More -
How Museums Innovated Over The Past Year (And How They Will Keep Innovating)
The Museum Innovation Barometer 2021 uncovers how cultural institutions plan to build on the past year's digital transformations. Read More -
“Not All NFTs Are Created Equal”: Untangling NFTs And Copyright
IP lawyer and CXIP CEO Jeff Gluck discusses how NFT creators can better guard their rights in a loosely regulated space. Read More -
What’s Driving The Seychelles Tourism Board’s China Strategy?
For the DMO, there’s room for growth in a market increasingly keen on exploring new, niche destinations. Read More -
Ars Electronica’s 2021 Festival Says It’s Time For A New Digital Deal
The hybrid event expands on the institution and its Futurelab's ongoing exploration of how art, technology, and society intersect. Read More -
How Cultural Institutions Are Capturing China’s Mid-Autumn Festival Opportunity
The upcoming holiday is seeing Western museums collaborating with local partners to whet the appetite of Chinese consumers. Read More -
Inside The Smithsonian National Air And Space Museum’s Virtual Docent Program
A response to social distancing measures, the program facilitates real-time interactions between virtual guides and museum visitors. Read More -
Why Museums Need To Think Of The Physical And The Digital Holistically
As the cultural sector reopens, how should museums approach an audience experience that newly bridges online and onsite? Read More -
The Immersive, Interactive Virtual Play That Saves Its Biggest Role For The Viewer
A wholly digital production, The Curious Case of The Missing Peranakan Treasure aims to transform its viewers into participants. Read More -
What Does Digital Leadership Look Like For Heritage Museums?
For an increasingly digital milieu, Culture24's latest seminar offered guidance on what digital entails for organizations internally. Read More -
Enter The New Dimension In Digital Engagement: Holographic AR
The Science Museum Group and Imperial War Museums have recently signed on to apply 3D holographic tech to their collections. Read More -
From Influencer Destinations To Last-Minute Bookings: What China’s Travel Market Looks Like Now
In a joint webinar, ForwardKeys and Jessica's Secret offered data-driven insights into the latest trends in Chinese domestic travel. Read More -
Meet China’s Fast-Rising Cultural Center: Shenzhen
With its ambitious development plan that's kindled a rush of cultural construction, the city is recalibrating China’s cultural dynamics. Read More -
MFA Boston’s IP Set To Go Global In Its Partnership With Artistory
Following its partnership with Alfilo Brands, this latest deal will see the museum replicating its winning IP strategy globally. Read More -
What Cultural Institutions Need To Know About Chinese Cultural Consumers
Jing Daily's latest report provides a high-level overview of the cultural tastes and behaviors of China's new class of consumers. Read More -
How London’s Postal Museum Used AI To Optimize Its Operations
Working with Culture Hint, an AI-backed visitor optimization service, the museum saw a stunning jump in gift shop revenue. Read More -
K11 Art Mall’s Latest Appeal To Cultural Consumers: A Meme Museum
Combining pop culture with immersive fun, the pop-up exhibition attests to the retail chain's understanding of its audience's appetites. Read More -
The Interactive Design Behind China’s First Thematic Children’s Museum
Presenting engaging exhibits in a well-designed environment, the Kids Museum of Glass 2.0 encourages children to lead the learning. Read More -
How The European Travel Commission Is Reconnecting With The New Chinese Traveler
ETC's Eduardo Santander discusses the organization's partnership with ITB China and its Horizon 2022 strategy for European stakeholders. Read More -
Smithsonian And Autodesk Are Imagining FUTURES With AI
The institution's upcoming exhibition invites visitors to collaborate with AI, highlighting "the potential upside of technology." Read More -
Why The Cultural Sector Needs To Exercise Digital Inclusion Now
A Good Things Foundation report addresses how organizations can harness the potential of digital without increasing the digital gap. Read More -
How Heritage Organizations Can Find Their Way Into Digital Storytelling
#HeritageDigitalNow offered pointers on how the heritage sector can deploy technology and digital in its storytelling efforts. Read More -
Here’s How Tourism Stakeholders Can Unlock WeChat’s Full Potential
At a Dragon Trail Interactive webinar, Tencent's Irene He outlined how Official Accounts can best leverage the platform's tools to drive traffic. Read More -
Meow Wolf’s Immersive Environments Maximize Art And Technology
The art collective's third permanent installation, Convergence Station, marks its continued rise in the immersive field. Read More -
Alfilo Brands Opens Museum & More, An IP-Stacked, One-Stop Museum Gift Shop
The Shanghai-based store points to the lucrative power of museum IP and the growing appetite for wenchuang products in China. Read More -
National Gallery Singapore’s Y-Lab Is Powering A #SmartMuseum
From virtual exhibitions to chatbots — the incubator talks about its mission accelerating innovations that enrich the visitor experience. Read More -
How Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Digital Accelerator Is Giving Arts Organizations A Digital Boost
Four venues from the program's first cohort tell us how funds from the program will help secure their digital futures. Read More -
What Is Cloud And What Does It Mean For Your Museum?
In the first of her guest columns, Microsoft's Catherine Devine highlights the role the cloud plays in museums' digital infrastructure. Read More -
The Children’s Museum In Oak Lawn Welcomes Crypto Donations
"One of the goals of cryptocurrency is to truly function as currency," says its Executive Director. "We want to contribute to that goal." Read More -
Macau Is Open To Mainlanders. Its Newest Marketing Tool? Ctrip
The destination has launched itself on China's biggest online travel platform, offering users a one-stop shop for their travel needs. Read More -
Getty Museum Reunites Two Book Of The Dead Fragments — All Thanks To A Digital Archive
The museum's curators share more about the find, the importance of digital collections, and Getty's ongoing digitization efforts. Read More -
Levine Museum’s KnowCLT App Transforms Charlotte’s History Into (Augmented) Reality
KnowCLT immerses users in Charlotte's once-vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood with help from AR and GPS technology. Read More -
In A Post-Pandemic World, It’s Time To Embrace BYOD
By urging Bring Your Own Device with a digital-first strategy, museums can deliver content safely and directly into visitors' hands. Read More -
Is The Age Of The Blockbuster Exhibition Over? Not For Tom Zaller
On the eve of Harry Potter: The Exhibition, the President and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions talks the present and future of IP exhibitions. Read More -
At Berl-Berl, Immersive Technology Brings To Life An Ecological Message
Created by Jakob Kudsk Steensen and Light Art Space, the exhibition pairs 3D renderings with a dynamic soundscape. Read More -
LACMA’s Art + Technology Lab Enters The NFT Conversation
"The way that NFTs have spurred the market for digital work," says the Lab's Program Director Joel Ferree, "cannot be denied." Read More -
What Digital Asset Management At The Philadelphia Orchestra Looks Like
With help from a DAM, the orchestra was able to break institutional silos and better manage its century-spanning archive. Read More -
The Seychelles Tourism Board Campaign That’s Bringing The Island Around The World
"Around The World," launched at Shanghai's Changfeng Ocean World, will be co-hosted by five other international tourism boards. Read More -
The Shelburne Museum’s Green Upgrade Is Solar-Powered
"We’re committed to being good stewards of the land we inhabit," says the Vermont museum's director. Read More -
The Cooper Hewitt Activation That Reimagines The Museum Experience
The first prototypes from the institution's Activating Smithsonian Open Access program center on enhancing museum interactions. Read More -
Inside The Mori Art Museum’s Clubhouse Strategy
The Tokyo institution, which joined the social audio app in April this year, shares how it built a following with its "casual talks." Read More -
How Will Digital Consumption Impact Future Cultural Experiences?
A new report by the UK's AHRC examines how museums can best reach audiences in a newly digital environment. Read More -
How LA Opera Adapted Its Stage For Streaming
The company's digital programming has evolved rapidly to now encompass its own streaming platform and a partnership with Marquee TV. Read More -
dslcollection Brings VR To Kyiv’s Modern Art Research Institute
Launched in collaboration with V-Art, the collection's second onsite installation aims to reach new audiences physically and virtually. Read More -
Why The National Museums Liverpool Turned Personal Connections Into NFTs
The Crypto Connections project taps the blockchain to examine the question of ownership through the lens of personal attachment. Read More -
Who Built The Most And The Highest Valued Museums In 2020?
While tracking arts developments in 2020, AEA Consulting's latest Cultural Infrastructure Index uncovers the next cultural capital. Read More -
Can AI Curate An Exhibition? MOWNA Is About To Find Out
The newly launched online museum is training an AI bot to curate its upcoming exhibition, This Show is Curated by a Machine. Read More -
Behind The LA Zoo’s Digital Pivot That Brought Its Animals Online
The zoo's Virtual Field Trips program engaged some 12,200 students and teachers over the past six months — and continues to grow. Read More -
The Sino-Italian Cultural Center Set To Expand Chengdu’s Footprint
Designed by aoe Architects, the center will host cross-cultural exhibitions and events, effectively bridging Italian and Chinese cultures. Read More -
The Upcoming Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen Is Putting Art Storage On Display
Set to house some 151,000 artifacts, the Rotterdam museum will make 99 percent of its collection accessible to visitors. Read More -
Design Miami’s Podium Preps Its Arrival In Shanghai
Podium's Asian debut aims to serve as a platform "connecting international and local design, one celebrating China’s unique design sensibilities." Read More -
How The Whitworth And Vastari Are Mining Social Good From NFTs
"I think NFTs have the potential to unlock a different kind of discourse around museums," says the Manchester institution. Read More -
What Brooklyn Museum’s ASK App Reveals About Personalized Visitor Experiences
The mobile app allows visitors to interact directly the museum's team of experts, encouraging new ways of looking and engaging. Read More -
Between The Physical And Digital, What Do Cultural Audiences Really Want?
The third wave of Cultural Participation Monitor's survey spotlights how audiences now prefer to engage with cultural venues. Read More -
“A Historical Marker”: How ICA Miami Is Thinking About NFTs
After acquiring its first NFT, the museum shares its plans for the piece and reflects on how NFTs fit into cultural institutions. Read More -
At Macau’s New Biennale, The City’s Cultural Credentials Take The Spotlight
Art Macao signals the city's push to diversify its economy, realigning itself with the arts and boosting its standing as a cultural destination. Read More -
How Can Museums Best Approach The New Hybrid Landscape?
Museums & Heritage's Summer Series offered key pointers for institutions as they balance digital and physical offerings. Read More -
Pokémon And Its Powerhouse IP Launch A Tour Of Japan’s Museums
A paleontology-minded exhibition, the Pokémon Fossil Museum represents the franchise's continued push into museum territory. Read More -
The Inaugural DnA Shenzhen Fair Sets Its Eye On China’s Emerging Art Hub
"Now is a good opportunity to come to Shenzhen and grow up with this city," says organizer Kylie Ying. Read More -
Will ByteDance’s Mangosteen Travel Disrupt China’s OTA landscape?
The Mini-Program — an attempt at a closed e-commerce loop — honed in on the potential of short-video content to shape consumer behavior. Read More -
Why Should Museums Engage With NFTs? Christie’s Art + Tech Summit Counts The Ways
While focused on the content and commerce of NFTs, the conference discussed how digital art could shape museum futures. Read More -
Interactivity Matters At The Humboldt Laboratory’s Inaugural Exhibition
No passive display, After Nature is designed with immersive and interactive tech aimed at deep audience engagement. Read More -
How UCCA Is Diversifying Alongside China’s Growing Appetite For Art
In conversation with Museum 2050, UCCA curator Ara Qiu shared insights into the museum's expanding footprint, brand, and curatorial vision. Read More -
Operation Night Watch: How Rijksmuseum Tapped AI To Restore A Rembrandt
The museum's deployment of AI demonstrates how advanced technologies are rapidly empowering the art restoration field. Read More -
MAM Shanghai Offers A Close-Up Of China’s Favorite Starchitect
ZHA Close Up – Work & Research unpacks Zaha Hadid's decades-spanning practice and impact on the Chinese urban landscape. Read More -
Inside The Frick Collection’s Wildly Popular Concoction, Cocktails With A Curator
"What had been sort of a band-aid thing became a signature thing," says curator and series co-presenter Aimee Ng. Read More -
How Royal Holloway Picture Gallery’s Audio Guides Recenter Accessibility
The gallery shares how it reimagined audio descriptions to offer partially blind visitors a richer experience of art. Read More -
Here’s How Users Engaged With Social Media (And Social Audio) In 2021
Pew's latest social media report offers pointers for museums looking to connect with young, socially engaged audiences. Read More -
How China Tourism Group Duty Free Is Capitalizing On A Domestic Duty-Free Boom
The group's planned secondary listing signals its confidence despite an increasingly competitive domestic market. Read More -
Is Long-Term Recovery Within Reach For Museums?
ICOM's latest report on COVID-19's impact paints a stark picture of the economic and digital realities facing institutions as they reopen. Read More -
Culture Is The Exchange At LACMA And Yuz’s First Collaborative US Exhibition
The show addresses "how Chinese artists have reflected upon the impact of outside industries and politics on China,” says LACMA. Read More -
Who’s Sponsoring The 2021 Met Gala? No Surprise, It’s Instagram
With the partnership, the social media platform, "a home for fashion," is securing its standing in the cultural sphere. Read More -
ICA Miami Acquires A CryptoPunk, Its First-Ever NFT
The museum plans to exhibit the work in the summer, as part of its push to broaden the understanding of contemporary art. Read More -
Do Museums Have A Role In Nurturing The Digital Arts?
Short answer: Yes. The NEA's latest report encourages institutions to work with digital creators to build a more robust arts ecosystem. Read More -
Why The Science Museum Group Turned To Podcasts To Tell The Story Of Stuff
"The podcast gained importance as a way of sharing our collection with a global audience," says SMG's Will Stanley. Read More -
Using AR, The French National Museum of Natural History Is Bringing Back The Dodo
At Revivre, the Parisian institution and SAOLA Studio are breathing new life into long-extinct species. Read More -
What Will Hainan’s New Art Trading Center Do For Its Cultural Profile?
The platform joins pro-duty free policies and an upcoming cultural landmark in Hainan's push to become a hub for the arts. Read More -
The Shed And High Line’s Joint Exhibition Is A Looking Glass Into AR
In partnership with Acute Art, The Looking Glass presents 17 AR sculptures across two outdoor locations. Read More -
Mark Morris Dance Group On Its Year Of Dancing Digitally
How has a year of digital programming enhanced the group's core values of community and accessibility? Read More -
Want To Reach New Visitors? It’s Never Too Late For After-Hours Programming
Culture24's new report investigates how Lates can help museums draw a more diverse crowd and engage local communities. Read More -
How Should Small Institutions Tackle The Large Project Of Digitization?
Museum Learning Hub's latest workshop series offered pointers and best practices to aid small institutions in their digitization efforts. Read More -
Inside The Valentine Museum’s AR Tour That’s Recontextualizing Historical Sites
The tour traces Richmond's history through ARtGlass AR's wearables that overlay onsite reality with archival material. Read More -
With TOPTOY, MINISO Makes A Bid For The Art Toy Space
Will the retailer's ambitious new sub-brand, which features its original IP, win it a lucrative share of the art toy market? Read More -
How OurWorld Bristol Is Building The First-Ever AR Zoo
"Using scale and immersion," says OurWorld's David Bull, "we can create an exciting form of entertainment that also educates." Read More -
After Digitization, What Now For Museums?
2020's digital awakening could potentially spur community engagement, infrastructure investment, and diversified revenue streams. Read More -
Netflix Enters The E-Commerce Space, Its Considerable IP In Tow
With the launch of Netflix.shop, the streamer is showing a willingness to grow the parameters of its IP in multiple directions. Read More -
How Can Performing Arts Venues Meet The Digital Moment?
Vimeo, Tessitura Network, and the National Theatre discuss the venue's subscription service and the future of digital performances. Read More -
“The Starting Point Of Everything”: How The Städel Museum Does Digital
The Frankfurt institution discusses the now and next of its robust digital strategy, which encompasses VR and its Digitorials®. Read More -
Inside Cloudscape Of Haikou, The Landmark Set To Put Hainan On The Cultural Map
Part of Haikou's Pavilions by the Seaside initiative, the structure is aimed at bolstering the city's cultural and tourism industry. Read More -
Suning Art Museum And Art Institute of Chicago Co-Launch Online Exhibition
Available as a WeChat Mini-Program, Time Travel marks a unique collaboration between a Chinese and US museum. Read More -
Curating NFTs? For Fanny Lakoubay, It’s More Art Than Science
The art advisor and NFT specialist discusses digital art curation and education — and how museums can enrich the NFT conversation. Read More -
How ARCHES Is Paving The Way To Accessibility With Technology
"We can learn so much about how we see art through different sorts of perceptions," says the accessible tech initiative. Read More -
What Happens When Art Handling Goes Virtual?
The Uberization of couriership is underway, but what are the pitfalls and possibilities of using technology to monitor art movement? Read More -
5 Steps To Creating Engaging Video Content For Your Museum
Video has become an integrated part of our daily lives, but how do you create video content that captures and engages your audience? Read More -
Now Up For Auction At JD.com: China’s Intangible Cultural Heritage
Ahead of Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, the auction site is tapping the increased public interest in cultural products to generate revenue. Read More -
Why China’s Hanfu Trend Won’t Cool Down
Young Chinese have elevated traditional Hanfu dress from a niche hobby to a consumer market of 400 million people. Read More -
A New Age Of Digital Collecting Is Upon Us — Don’t Sleep On It, Says Jenny Guo
"You're not just collecting a piece of art," says the co-founder of LumiereVR about XR art, "you're collecting a world." Read More -
Sotheby’s Debuts NFT Exhibition IRL And, Of Course, In The Metaverse
Natively Digital features works by emerging talents and established crypto artists, including the first NFT ever minted. Read More -
“More Relevant Than Ever”: Behind The Biggest Andy Warhol Exhibition In China
The Andy Warhol Museum and UCCA discuss Becoming Andy Warhol, a deep-dive into the pop master's practice. Read More -
Why Centre Pompidou’s Upcoming Jersey City Satellite Makes Sense
The outpost burnishes the museum's global brand, just as it aims to transform the city into a "regional anchor" for the arts. Read More -
With A Tencent Partnership, Sanxingdui Museum Goes All In On Its Cultural IP
The Chinese museum is set to expand its IP into gaming, music, and e-literature, with help from the technology giant. Read More -
From Console To Cultural Attraction: Nintendo Enters The Museum Game
Capitalizing on its enduring popularity of its IP, the video game giant is set to open a permanent home in Kyoto in 2024. Read More -
Between OVRs And NFTs, What Does Post-Lockdown Look Like For London’s Galleries?
On the eve of the first London Gallery Weekend, three gallerists join The Art Newspaper in a chat about art world horizons. Read More -
What’s Fueling The New Art Market? Asia, Of Course, Says Phillips
At a webinar hosted by ARTNews, the auction house shared insights into the tone and transformations of art commerce in 2020. Read More -
Are You Experienced: How ARTECHOUSE Is Exploding The Museum Model
ARTECHOUSE Miami's new installation furthers the exhibition producer's winning recipe of immersion and interactivity. Read More -
The Next Move In Virtual Programming: Monetization
It's still early days for digital revenue streams, but half of the respondents in Cuseum's latest survey list monetization as a priority in 2021. Read More -
Changsha Burnishes Its Cultural Credentials With A Metro Station Turned Museum
While art corridors can be found at stations in major Chinese cities, Changsha is the first to create a digital art museum. Read More -
“A Miami Lens”: How PAMM’s Franklin Sirmans Views Digital And Diversity
After the past year's challenges, the museum director reflects on PAMM's role in a new world of digital hybridity. Read More -
Gogh For Gold: Inside The Van Gogh Museum’s Dynamic WeChat Strategy
The museum solidifies its Chinese outreach with its WeChat Mini Program, which boasts e-commerce and interactive features. Read More -
Meet The Newcomer To China’s Museum Landscape: UCCA Edge
The museum's arrival in Shanghai marks the continued rebalancing of cultural gravity between China’s two biggest cities. Read More -
Just How Much Do Virtual Programs Pay?
Cuseum’s new survey assessed the profitability of virtual programming and how they fit in a non-pandemic world. Read More -
Show Me The Monet: MFA Boston Debuts Livestream On Kuaishou
On International Museum Day, MFA's four-hour livestream, complete with a cultural product push, reached 8 million viewers on Kuaishou. Read More -
Leveling Up Your Membership Program? Take A Leaf From Netflix
Freestyle's membership report reveals how consumers are thinking about cultural memberships after a year of disruption. Read More -
This Sotheby’s x Loewe Collab Is The Future Of Brand Partnerships
With their collaboration, have Sotheby's and Loewe discovered a new way to market crossover luxury? Read More -
How Should Museums Gear Up For Reopening?
Smartify and CCD's latest guide, The Multi-Platform Museum, offers tools for cultural institutions as they reopen and remobilize. Read More -
On TikTok’s #MuseumMoment And Museums’ TikTok Moment
May 18th's #MuseumMoment live marathon has further cemented the ties that bind the social media app and cultural institutions. Read More -
International Museum Day 2021: How Are Museums Reimagining Their Futures?
We hear from museum leaders on how they're planning for IDM and what they're prioritizing in 2021. Read More -
What Are Museums Prioritizing As They Reopen And Recover?
Art Fund's latest Museum Sector report highlights the prime concerns and challenges facing cultural organizations in 2021. Read More -
How Wenchuang Won Out This Labor Day Holiday
Over the four-day vacation, Chinese destinations launched cultural products, in time for the mass return of visitors eager to "check in." Read More -
What Keeps András Szántó Hopeful About The Future Of Museums
On the heels of The Future of the Museum: 28 Dialogues, the cultural strategist talks change and evolution in the museum field. Read More -
Museums, It’s Time To Up Your Merchandise Game, Says Rome Pays Off
"You’re creating products that are really for super fans of an artist," says the lifestyle brand's CEO Christina Burns. Read More -
Essential Lessons From Christie’s Education’s NFT Curriculum
The four-day Zoominar offered answers to the big and burning questions about NFTs. Here are our main takeaways. Read More -
“Experiences For Everybody”: 4 Ways To Unlock Immersion
The Making Sense of Immersion program unpacks the myriad challenges and opportunities on the immersion front. Read More -
Digital Guides: How Smartify Is Helping Museums Reach Audiences At Home
The Smartify platform tools enable partner museums to easily build and launch their own digital guides. Read More -
If It’s Creative And Collectible, It’s At Alibaba Design Week
Alibaba's five-day signature event is set to gather contemporary artists, collectible retailers, and museum stores in a celebration of creativity. Read More -
Art Of London’s AR Gallery Lands On London’s West End
Leveraging innovation and collaboration, the Augmented Gallery aims to bring audiences “the art gallery of the future.” Read More -
Post-COVID, How Can Museums Remain Essential?
At CIMAM's latest webinar, four museum leaders tackled the future of institutional organization across educational and economic lines. Read More -
Bitcoin Accepted Here: In A Major First, Sotheby’s Welcomes Cryptocurrency
The move, says Sotheby's Stefan Pepe, aims to attract "new collectors from the world of crypto." Read More -
How Can Museums Be Engines For Social Change? Linda Norris Has Ideas
Ahead of MUŻE.X's Spring Series webinar, Norris talks inclusivity, transparency, and community focus. Read More -
Meet The Next Generation Of Collectors: The Online Art-Buying Crowd
As the latest ART+TECH Report | Collectors Edition reveals, today's art collectors are as much buyers as they are online users. Read More -
China’s Travel Sector Taps Blind Boxes
The gamification of retail purchases is shaking up domestic travel as confident Chinese consumers overdose on blind boxes for Labor Day. Read More -
NFTs And Cultural Institutions: A Guide To The Crypto Space For Museums And The Arts
Our latest report explores how the NFT ecosystem can play a role in transforming art and museum futures. Read More -
Why Great Lakes Science Center Said Yes To Bitcoin
"Bitcoin puts out a welcome mat to emerging technology," says Kirsten Ellenbogen, the museum's President & CEO. Read More -
Physical Or Digital? At theVOV’s Phygital Exhibitions, It’s Both
The virtual portal, which just launched its first shows on Vortic Art, is reinvigorating past exhibitions with extended reality. Read More -
Chinese Travel Marketing Can’t Do Without Short-Video Strategies
Dragon Trail Interactive's latest webinar offered pointers on how to optimize short-video campaigns to reach Chinese travelers. Read More -
Taipei’s National Palace Museum Takes IP Licensing Leap
The institution has inked an agreement with cultural IP specialist Artistory, with plans for a 2022 launch. Read More -
For Brands And Art Buyers, What’s In A NFT?
Panelists at "Luxury's NFT Obsession" discussed how NFTs have shifted the conversation around ownership and collective desire. Read More -
NFTs As Conceptual Art? Why Not, Says MCA Denver
The museum's recent webinar "NFTs - WTF?" locates the roots of today's NFT art in historical artistic practices. Read More -
How Cryptocurrency Could Work For Museums
From admissions to donations — cryptocurrency could potentially boost the operations and fundraising efforts of cultural institutions. Read More -
How Should Museums Maximize Their Digital Momentum?
At “The New Era of Digital Culture," The Met's Douglas Hegley laid out pointers for museums plotting their digital futures. Read More -
The Mauritshuis Museum Captures The Smell Of Art With The Art Of Smell
The museum's Scents in Colour exhibition promises to transport visitors to the 17th century through period-accurate scents and smells. Read More -
How The Gallery Scene Adapted And Pivoted Amid A Crisis
At Gallery Weekend Beijing's "Adaptation and Collaboration" session, four galleries reflected on the sea changes brought by 2020. Read More -
Essential Business: London Design Museum’s Gift Shop Turns Grocery Store
In collaboration with Bombay Sapphire and artist Camille Walala, the museum undergoes the rare supermarket pivot. Read More -
Art Gate International Unveils The Future Of Art Fairs — And It’s Virtual
Presented in virtual reality, the fair offered an engaging experience, making a compelling case for VR adoption. Read More -
How The Cowboy Museum Won At Social Media
What drove the museum's 385,000 percent growth in social engagement over the past year? No surprise, it's Tim Tiller. Read More -
Forget Bronze And Stone: Here Are LACMA and Snapchat’s AR Monuments
We go behind the scenes on one of the virtual works in the museum's Monumental Perspectives project. Read More -
The Agency That’s Bringing Italy To Chinese Tourists
In partnership with the Italian Ministry of Culture, Digital to Asia has been connecting Chinese tourists to lesser-known Italian cultural gems. Read More -
How The Studio Museum Is Priming Tomorrow’s Museum Professionals
The museum's new digital seminar will further the institution's ethos of inclusion, equity, and community. Read More -
Unearthing A Virtual Niche: Inside UCCA Lab’s NFT Exhibition
Here's how the Beijing museum married art, education, and commerce at its first crypto-centric exhibition. Read More -
Welcome To The Next NFT Frontier: Virtual Worlds
In the metaverse, you'll find crypto creators and galleries from König to Kate Vass who are occupying virtual land to showcase virtual art. Read More -
What Were The Most Visited Museums In 2020?
The pandemic devastated museum attendance, but The Art Newspaper's list of the year's top 100 most visited institutions reveals surprising trends. Read More -
Pace Gallery And Urs Fischer To Launch Not One, Not Two, But 501 NFTs
The gallery marks its entry into the crypto fray with NFT releases by its artists John Gerrard and Fischer. Read More -
5 Lessons From Lockdown: What Museums Learned By Going Digital
The past year's exercises in virtual outreach offer cultural institutions key digital pointers. Read More -
Inside Pavilions By The Seaside, Haikou’s Cultural Tourism Bid
Set to open at the end of 2021, the project aims to introduce culture and architectural flair to the coastline of the Hainan capital. Read More -
Still Confused About NFTs? Christie’s Education Is Here To Help
The auction house behind the famed Beeple sale is launching an online course for art professionals looking to enter the crypto arena. Read More -
How POP MART Dominated The Chinese Art Toy Market In 2020
Pop Mart's annual report recorded a strong 2020 despite pandemic disruptions and potential areas of growth in the coming years. Read More -
What Does Museum Education Look Like In A Post-COVID World?
As the pandemic accelerated remote learning, museums have been forced to reassess the issues of educational outreach and accessibility. Read More -
British Museum And Hello Kitty’s Egyptian Adventure Hits Suzhou
Part of the museum's team-up with Sanrio's most popular IP, the "Egyptian Adventure Pop-Up Store" is currently touring East China. Read More -
Want All Things Sol Lewitt? There’s An App For That
“We wanted this experience to be all about exploration,” says Listen, the agency that developed the app alongside Microsoft. Read More -
How Has 2020 Transformed Museum Membership?
Cuseum's Maddie Taylor discusses the potential of virtual memberships to convert "tourists into digital evangelists." Read More -
Tinder For Objects: How Baden State Museum Is Redefining Audience Relationships
The museum's latest app, Ping!, embodies its push toward an experience that spans online and onsite. Read More -
What Shanghai’s Tourism Expansion Signals For Domestic Cultural Travel
Shanghai authorities have announced plans to double the city’s tourism revenue over the next five years. Read More -
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Featuring Daniel Arsham, the event will explore the emerging role of pop culture in the Chinese luxury market. Read More -
How Tianjin Juilliard Is Building Bridges Through Culture
“Relationships are key,” says Tianjin Juilliard's Executive Director Alex Brose, as the school develops "as a cultural anchor in Tianjin." Read More -
Zoom In On Gossaert In The National Gallery’s First Mobile-Based Exhibition
In a shrewd digital pivot, the museum's immersive Sensing The Unseen exhibition has been reimagined as a mobile experience. Read More -
Behind Almine Rech Editions’ Debut On The NFT Marketplace
In collaboration with artist César Piette, the gallery recently launched four NFTs — "an appealing new format," says founder Almine Rech. Read More -
MuseWeb’s 2021 Conference Sets Its Eye On The Digital Horizon
Over the month of April, the annual conference will explore the future of digital applications in institutional settings. Read More -
The Potential And Pitfalls Of NFTs In The Museum Sphere
Cuseum's latest webinar broached key considerations — from environmental concerns to inclusivity — for museums looking to dip into crypto waters. Read More -
What Does 2021 Hold For Touring Exhibitions? Teo Live Has Answers
Spearheaded by Culture Connect and Teo, the survey introduced trends that bode well for the outlook of the touring exhibitions sector. Read More -
Behind The Boom In Art x Brand Collaborations With Artestar’s David Stark
Thanks to licensing agencies like Artestar, the likes of Basquiat and Haring continue to play a leading role in the pop culture zeitgeist of 2021. Read More -
How Tourism Stakeholders Can Effectively Leverage WeChat Channels
We break down Tencent’s latest feature and highlight how the travel sector can newly engage Chinese users through short-form content. Read More -
3 Ways Suning Art Museum Grew Its Profile And Audience In 2020
At a webinar hosted by Museum 2050, curators shared strategies that helped the Shanghai-based institution overcome its growing pains. Read More -
Inside The British Museum’s Fast-Growing Digital Education Program
"There’s an understanding that young people use digital in formal learning," says Ed Lawless, "and cultural institutions should meet them there." Read More -
Kate Vass Galerie’s Blockchain Journey From NFTs To Virtual Worlds
Vass has actively championed the crypto art space in her mission to “build up something valuable that reflects our times.” Read More -
Scienjoy And The Great Wall of China Embark On Digitally Driven IP Partnership
The Great Wall of China is actively pursuing the multimillion-dollar, fast-growing wenchuang trend. Read More -
WeTransfer Broadens Its Digital Patronage With Marina Abramović
The upcoming digital iteration of "The Abramović Method" follows WeTransfer's partnerships with the likes of Björk and Solange Knowles. Read More -
What Happens When Cultural Institutions Are In Fashion
While museums have historically lent the fashion world its cultural capital, luxury brands are now keeping these institutions alive in public discourse. Read More -
Teo Live Offers A Peek Into the Future of Touring Exhibitions
Teo's first online event will support the touring exhibition community by showcasing producers and exhibitions, and offering networking opportunities. Read More -
Martin Moodie On The Future Of Hainan’s Duty Free Economy
The author of the latest Moodie Davitt Report discusses the keys to the sector's continued success. Read More -
What To Know About China’s Vaccine Passport
As China rolls out its International Travel Health Certificate, Jing Travel explores the implications for cross-border travel and tourism stakeholders. Read More -
teamLab’s New Immersive Experience Combines The Forces Of Art And Sauna
Accompanying the collective's latest exhibition is an augmented reality piece, created in partnership with TikTok. Read More -
5 Key Findings From Art Basel And UBS’ 2021 Global Art Market Report
How have the art and auction markets weathered a year of disruptions and a major migration onilne? Read More -
Inside Occupy White Walls And Birmingham Museums’ World-Building Partnership
"If people want to build art galleries and exhibitions, go ahead, use our art,” says BMAG's Linda Spurdle. Read More -
Tracking The Trends Within Europe’s Cultural And Creative Sectors
The European Investment Fund's 2021 market analysis reflects how trends from digitization to sustainability are shaping the region's creative industry. Read More -
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Non-fungible tokens are not new, but have lately broken through the art world and mainstream consciousness. What's behind the hype? Read More -
What Hainan’s Duty Free Boom Means For China’s Travel Sector
Here are 3 takeaways from Moodie Davitt's Hainan Special Report, which explores macro trends and developments on the scene. Read More -
How Should Museums Navigate And Nail Audience Engagement?
“You can’t make someone be engaged,” says Ed Rodley, but museums can create the circumstances for active participation. Read More -
How Has A Year Of Online Engagement Transformed Digital Behaviors?
Culture Restart's January 2021 report surveys the shifting attitudes of audiences toward digital content and in-person events. Read More -
Artfizz Plans To Shake Up The Future of Online Art Sales
Described as a “platform for fairness,” the online marketplace seeks to center the needs of artists while fulfilling the wants of collectors. Read More -
How The American Museum of Natural History Is Upgrading The Audience Experience
The institution is set to unveil Collectionscope, a suite of interactive exhibitions to engage virtual visitors. Read More -
4 Questions On The Art Market’s Digital Future Answered
"Can You Game The Art Market?" reflected on the rise of NFTs, and the digital offerings of art fairs and auction houses. Read More -
How Smartify Is Reshaping The Museum Visit — Onsite And On Mobile
Co-founder Anna Lowe on Smartify's push toward "a unified experience that can be accessed however you wish.” Read More -
Creating Valuable Educational Resources Starts With Students’ Needs
Museums need to “offer more equitable educational opportunities,” says Doctrina Education Consulting. Read More -
Understand The 2020 Chinese OTA Landscape In 5 Graphs
Fastdata's latest report tracks how Chinese OTAs dominated the travel sector over a year of online everything. Read More -
Join The Clubhouse: The App That’s Drawing Art And Museum Players
Candid, intimate, and accessible, the platform presents opportunities for one-to-one conversations and community building. Read More -
How The British Museum Grew Its Virtual Visits Program in 2020
Last year, the interactive workshops saw 7,000 participants engage with 230 virtual sessions — a remarkable surge in programming and audience numbers. Read More -
Why Museums Need To Build Communities, Not Followings On Social Media
“Your content is not for you,” said Chris Cloud at MuseumNext's Digital Summit, “but the communities you’re trying to serve.” Read More -
Meet Wallmuse, The Application That’s Making Digital Exhibitions A Cinch
The member-based digital exhibition platform enables users to easily and securely curate multi-screen art shows. Read More -
How Arts Organizations Can Use Minecraft To Tell Stories
The game offers "an imaginative space,” says Adam Clarke, ideal for cultural organizations looking to connect with a young audience. Read More -
4 Takeaways From The Knight Foundation’s Digital Transformation Assessment
The Foundation's report reveals key lessons on growing museums' digital staff and presence. Read More -
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Through museum-grade digitizations, the educational non-profit is ensuring widespread access to rarely seen, privately held works. Read More -
How The National Gallery Planned, Piloted, And Produced New Content In 2020
At the MuseumNext Digital Summit, the institution detailed the efforts behind its video campaigns. Read More -
How Did China’s Domestic Travel Industry Fare In 2020?
Here are four key findings from China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism latest report on the country's domestic tourism market. Read More -
Decoded: WeChat Channels for Cultural Institutions
Tencent has developed WeChat Channels to compete with short-video apps TikTok and Kuaishou. Read More -
Birmingham Museums On Demand Offers Art On Subscription
The service enables the Birmingham Museums Trust to stay connected to an at-home audience, while monetizing its digital offerings. Read More -
Digital Art Finds A Purpose-Built Platform In Rhizome and Hyundai’s Partnership
World on a Wire features digital works by 11 global artists who are employing advanced tech in their practices. Read More -
Behind Unreal City, Acute Art and Dazed Media’s AR Festival
"Virtual reality is complicated," says Jacob De Geer, CEO of Acute Art, "but augmented reality can reach people anywhere.” Read More -
The V&A’s New Digital Platform Centers Access and Audience
Explore The Collections draws connections and uncovers links between some 1.2 million objects in the museum's archives. Read More -
“21st Century Digital Infrastructure”: 3 Essential Takeaways From DAM and Museums
Conference speakers discussed the benefits and challenges of successful DAM implementation in museums. Read More -
Universal Studios Beijing To Boost Its Cultural Offerings With Gaming IP
The upcoming attraction's partnership with Tencent demonstrates the growing status and brand power of popular games. Read More -
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The interactive Sounds Like Kandinsky brings to life the Russian artist's work and gift of synesthesia. Read More -
Inside The Natural History Museum’s Successful Digital Pivot
“Being agile and flexible,” has been key to driving digital engagement, says Brad Irwin, the museum’s Head of Global Engagement. Read More -
The Digital Channel That’s Making Art Available To Stream
ArtBrowser TV doesn’t just intend to make art accessible, but hopes to provide a platform for emerging creatives and cultural organizations. Read More -
How The Met Engaged Chinese Consumers In 2020 Through Cultural Collaborations
Throughout the year, the museum unveiled a series of partnerships with a diverse array of brands. Read More -
ART021 And NET-A-PORTER Team Up To Spotlight Emerging Chinese Female Artists
The socially conscious art initiative aims to connect with China's growing base of savvy cultural consumers. Read More -
How K11’s Cultural-Retail Concept Thrived Online In 2020
A trailblazer on China's art and commerce landscape, K11 successfully leveraged digital and social media strategies in a challenging year. Read More -
What International Island Destinations Need To Know About Chinese Travel
How can island destinations retool their approaches to reengage with a fast-recovering Chinese travel market? Read More -
Curatours Paves The Way For Social and Bespoke Virtual Museum Experiences
The immersive and interactive platform aims to help museums make the jump from in-person to digital. Read More -
The Many Ways LACMA’s Art + Technology Lab Binds Creativity With Tech
Facilitating partnerships between artists and tech companies, the program fosters a space where art can be made on the cutting edge. Read More -
Cleveland Museum of Art Unearths New Stories From Storage
Creating opportunity out of adversity, the institution is revitalizing the role of its vast archives in Stories From Storage. Read More -
The Norton Museum of Art Injects AR Into The Museum Experience
Offering engaging interactions with contemporary art, the Norton Art+ app builds on the institution's commitment to a more accessible museum space. Read More -
A “Connected Digital Experience”: How Microsoft Hopes to Transform Museums
Catherine Devine, Business Strategy Leader of Microsoft's Libraries and Museums, discusses the company's digital-everything approach. Read More -
What Now For Museums? MuseumNext’s 2021 Digital Summit Weighs In
Through talks and case studies, the conference will explore the future of cultural institutions in a post-COVID climate. Read More -
Inside Tourism Australia’s Campaign in 8D
The DMO shares how its innovative campaign helped keep it top of mind with Australia's second largest inbound market. Read More -
How Will Kuaishou’s IPO Bolster China’s Livestream Landscape?
As China’s second most popular video app launches on the stock market, its rising profile is drawing the attention of cultural institutions. Read More -
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Collecting feedback from 1,758 art businesses, the report points towards a year of fundamental change for the industry. Read More -
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As Chinese consumers are disincentivized to travel over Lunar New Year, here are three trends to watch over this holiday period. Read More -
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Accompanying the performance was a state-of-the-art light show that illuminated the Parisian landmark. Read More -
5 Ways to Win at Brand Collaborations in China
At TONG and Jing Group's “Tracking the Trends for 2021” webinar, industry insiders pulled back the curtain on what creative crossovers entail. Read More -
How Digital Asset Management Supports Museums’ Missions
"Digital is not an unnecessary expense," says DAM and Museums conference chair David Lipsey, "but an enabling opportunity." Read More -
Why Sponsored Exhibitions Are More Than a Pandemic-Era Trend
The museum sphere and entertainment industry are finding ever-increasing reasons to team up. Read More -
The Evolving Social Responsibilities of European Museums
NEMO's new report assesses the financial concerns and shifting social roles of Europe's museums in a post-pandemic environment. Read More -
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Monumental Perspectives is powered by the museum's artist-first approach and Snap's cutting-edge tech. Read More -
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The company’s ability to match uniquely desirable products with a savvy offline sales strategy promises long-term success. Read More -
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The institution's first livestream event, co-hosted by Fliggy, forms a key piece of its China-facing strategy. Read More -
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Created in partnership with Verizon, The Met Unframed sends users on a virtual, game-filled journey through the institution. Read More -
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With more than 600 million gamers, the e-sports industry has arrived as a potentially lucrative arm of the domestic tourism industry. Read More -
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The latest cultural institution to partner with Fliggy, the museum offered an interactive tour of its vast holdings to some 100,000 viewers. Read More -
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In “How Collaborations Are Defining Experiences in China," Jing Group and TONG will explore the game-changing power of brand partnerships. Read More -
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Following the rebound in domestic travel, the China Tourism Academy is forecasting optimistic numbers for the country's ice and snow tourism in 2021. Read More -
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Twitch's diversified content and engaged user base offer cultural organizations opportunities to form new connections. Read More -
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The partnership promises to deliver Van Gogh goods to doorsteps worldwide, swiftly and sustainably. Read More -
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Blockchain has the potential to further transform the art market for artists, collectors, and institutions. Read More -
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As cultural organizations emerge from the crises of the past year, how can they best reassess their strategies and offerings for 2021? Read More -
Cai Guo-Qiang Unveils His First VR Artwork at Palace Museum
Created in partnership with HTC VIVE Arts, the work marks the 600th anniversary of Beijing’s Forbidden City with virtual pops of color and sound. Read More -
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Valentino Hosts Landmark Show at MoCA Shanghai
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Matthew Brennan, author of Attention Factory, discusses the massive growth and future of the short-video sensation from ByteDance. Read More -
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In a year of disruptions, the museum has stepped up its digital transformation, building a successful online/offline model to engage the broadest possible audience. Read More -
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As a publication focused on the intersection of art, culture, and technology, we’ve covered the digital pivot undertaken by cultural institutions and more in 2020. Read More -
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As more young consumers embrace Made in China, the culture of mega-collaborations between international brands and local partners is here to stay. Read More -
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How Hong Kong’s M+ Museum Reinvents its Digital Models
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Just as consumers have guaranteed the success of Douyin and TikTok, short-video apps have come to shape the tastes and habits of its audience. Read More -
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The symposium explored digital strategies to help cultural institutions remain relevant, and innovative models to evolve their operations. Read More -
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The pandemic has dramatically accelerated Western museums’ engagement with digital platforms, programming, and possibilities. Read More -
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The Smithsonian institution is accelerating its digital-first strategy in 2020 and recently joined a livestream ‘treasure hunt’ with 16 global museums. Read More -
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The post-covid travel market is uncertain, the BUZZ Expo China Summit offered timely insights on Chinese travel trends. Read More -
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Hua’s team could be eyeing a piece of the multi-billion dollar toy market, but what Hua’s fans want is a piece of the idol. Read More -
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What Arts Organizations Can Learn From China’s Livestreaming Trend
Jing Culture & Commerce, Fliggy, and The British Museum provide an in-depth exploration of livestreaming and its potential for museums, cultural institutions, and related organizations. Read More -
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Beijing’s UCCA broke records with its blockbuster Picasso show in 2019. Now it wants to do the same with the largest-ever Andy Warhol survey in China. Read More -
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The JT Index: September 2020
The escalating tech-war on Chinese social media platforms may not have reached its conclusion, but it has forced cultural institutions to reassess their audience engagement tools. Read More -
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The summit hosted by Crystal Bridges brought together artists, curators, and academics to tackle fundamental questions facing America’s cultural institutions today. Read More -
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WeChat and TikTok have escaped a ban (for now), but how would users have been affected? Read More -
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Tencent and Dunhuang Research Institute deepened collaboration to promote Chinese cultural heritage with a VR game. Read More -
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Museum attendance in China has soared over the past decade, but the question remains: how can they keep younger audiences engaged? Read More -
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President Trump’s WeChat ban would impact the ability of museums and cultural institutions to engage China. Here’s what they think about it. Read More -
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Tencent Holdings, the parent company of WeChat, reported a strong second quarter of 2020, while a potential WeChat ban in the US looms. Read More -
Jing Travel Webinar: WeChat Optimization for DMOs & Cultural Institutions
Join Jing Travel and Chatly for a special webinar exploring WeChat touchpoints and successful engagement strategies across museums and destinations. Read More -
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Selling collectible figurines in opaque boxes has become a multibillion dollar industry in China. It's a trend museums are leaning into. Read More -
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American cultural attractions launched WeChat Official Accounts to serve the in boom Chinese visitation. A ban would force a serious rethink. Read More -
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Museums have suffered serious financial losses during the pandemic. Can digital innovation and virtual programing help them to generate revenue and navigate through the crisis? Read More -
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Tourism New Zealand’s General Manager discusses the domestic pivot and forging new digital connections with future Chinese travelers. Read More -
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Podcast listeners in China are overwhelming young urban college graduates, precisely the demographic Chinese museums strive to attract. Read More -
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Trump has threatened to ban Gen Z’s favorite platform. Cultural institutions may lose a successful channel for reaching young users. Read More -
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China is New Zealand’s most valuable market, live streams from local influencers are helping it stay top of mind. Read More -
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Museums have suffered serious financial losses during the pandemic. Can digital innovation and virtual programing help them to generate revenue and navigate through the crisis? Read More -
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Livestreams from Fliggy have transported Chinese audiences into small german towns, the opulence of Versailles, and the wonders of the British Museum. We spoke to the team behind the initiative. Read More -
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In China’s retail scene, art and curation have the ability to tap into Gen-Z shoppers, and they could be remedies for brands and retailers after COVID-19. Read More -
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Can Livestreaming Help Chinese Galleries Reach New Audiences?
Real estate agents, car dealerships, and travel agencies have found success selling goods through livestreaming in 2020 — can the model work for art galleries? Read More -
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Culture Track has conducted one of the most extensive studies focused on the public perception of cultural institutions in U.S. history. Its findings are profound. Read More -
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The European Travel Commission has helped grow and diversify Europe's appeal in China. At this pivotal moment, its Executive Director, Eduardo Santander, discusses the future of Chinese travel in Europe. Read More -
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In China, the tech giant has incentivized cultural institutions to join short-video platform Douyin. Now, it's funding an international effort on TikTok. Read More -
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Live streaming is the latest trend for tourism marketing in China. Here is what you need to know about the medium and how you could take advantage of it. Read More -
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Italy was China's top European destination in 2019. To rebound, the government's tourist board is tapping independent Chinese travelers with a Mini Program. Read More -
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Fliggy hosted 30,000 travel live streams in 2019. Now, it's expanding global presence by taking users inside Europe's most famous attractions. Read More -
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With travel stakeholders cash-strapped and facing a litany of new decisions, destination marketing organizations are proving more valuable than ever within local communities. Read More -
Jing Travel Virtual Events Spotlight | June 30
Each week, Jing Travel’s editors outline a series of virtual events that touch upon the worlds of art, culture, and travel. Read More -
French Culture Reaching New Audiences On Tencent Art
Working with an effective local distribution partner, Tencent Art, this virtual celebration brings the best of French artistic creation to Chinese audiences. Read More -
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China’s first major shopping extravaganza of the post-coronavirus period showed that consumption is well on its way to recovery. Read More -
Chinese Cultural Consumer Habits Have Changed — Now What?
The expectations of Chinese audiences have shifted. How should attractions and DMOs respond and plan? A report by Morning Consult offers answers. Read More -
Jing Travel Virtual Events Spotlight | June 22
Each week, Jing Travel’s editors outline a series of virtual events that touch upon the worlds of art, culture, and travel. Read More -
How teamLab Shanghai Incentivizes Visits
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Virtual Screenings: Audience Expansion In Uncertain Times
As China braced for a second COVID-19 wave, digital engagements remain vital — UCCA's virtual screening is controllable and offers viewers something new. Read More -
Beyond the Gift Shop: Keys to Product Licensing Strategy
At a moment of financial strain, cultural attractions must probe alternate revenue streams, the V&A, a pioneer in product licensing, has valuable lessons. Read More -
Will European Luxury Collapse Without Chinese tourists?
With conspicuous consumption at a standstill in Europe, luxury brands need to find contingency plans so as not to be wholly dependent on Chinese consumers. Read More -
Brand Impressions: Van Gogh Museum Partnership Signals China Push
The Van Gogh Museum has switched its China-licencing partner, expect a ramp up in branding initiatives beckons. Read More -
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The auction house's Mini Program facilitates direct communication and engagement with China, lessons from it are applicable across the cultural sector. Read More -
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China's night economy is gaining importance post-coronavirus. Shanghai is encouraging museums, galleries, and bookstores to stimulate domestic consumption. Read More -
Post-COVID, What Museums Do Outside Their Walls Will Become As Important As What They Put On Them
The director of the MCA Chicago explains how the museum sector is adapting to the lockdown era—and what long-term changes may result. Read More -
Jing Travel Virtual Events Spotlight | June 8
Each week, Jing Travel’s editors outline a series of virtual events that touch upon the worlds of art, culture, and travel. Read More -
Liu Ye “Storytelling” Reopens At Fondazione Prada
Few Chinese artists match Liu's global reach. After a turbulent start, his latest show in Milan invites visitors to reflect upon the nature of storytelling. Read More -
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Mini Programs are an economic and time efficient solution that provide Chinese audiences with a range of vital functions. Read More -
Essential Strategies for Cultural Branding in China
London's National Gallery is brand building in China through pop-ups, e-commerce sales, and meeting young art lovers where they are; online. Read More -
Jing Travel Virtual Events Spotlight | June 1
Each week, Jing Travel's editors handpick events for the week ahead that touch upon the worlds of art, culture, and travel. Read More -
Will Virtual Clicks Drive In-Person Visits?
Digital engagements have given new life to cultural accessibility, but can attractions ensure this translates to in-person visits? Read More -
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The number of Mini Programs has tripled since 2018 making them a vital tool for connecting with China— but what, exactly, are they? Read More -
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Join Jing Travel, CLA and WITH for an engaging webinar exploring the rise of cultural tourism and innovative revenue streams to target Chinese travelers. Read More -
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Chinese travelers primarily visit overseas museums to discover local culture. Language, however, remains a barrier. This webinar offers actionable solutions. Read More -
Jing Travel Virtual Events Spotlight | May 19
Each week, Jing Travel's editors handpick events for the week ahead that touch upon the worlds of art, culture, and travel. Read More -
Webinar: “Museums in the Cloud” — Connecting with Chinese Audiences
Join a webinar exploring innovative digital solutions for museums hoping to attract Chinese audiences during a time of closure. Read More -
Paradise Restored: Can Thailand Lure Chinese Travelers Back?
Thailand has handled the pandemic competently, potentially making it a desirable destination — but can local stakeholders project a sense of safety? Read More -
How Are Chinese Travel Influencers Handling COVID-19?
Brands and tourism administrations should consider leveraging travel influencers to assist the recovery of the tourism industry. Read More -
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How institutions can take advantage of limiited reopenings, retain membership, and use browser data? This webinar offers insightful answers. Read More -
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What Role Will Chinese Outbound Tourism Play in Post-Crisis Travel?
As pessimism swirls around the global travel industry, experts remain positive on the long-term health of Chinese outbound travel. The reason? Market size. Read More -
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Jing Travel’s weekly guide to stories providing insight into Chinese cultural travel. Read More -
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Brooklyn Museum Renovates For Tomorrow’s Visitor
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Are Satellite Museums In China The Future?
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The New MoMA WeChat Strategy
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Florida DMO Deepens Digital Strategy with Chinese Website
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Europe’s First Asia-Focused Art Fair
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The Art Of Cultural Livestreaming
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Merlin Entertainments WeChat Mini Programs Show Bold Digital Focus
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California DMOs Campaign for Chinese FIT Travel
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V&A to Host Guo Pei’s First UK Show
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The Met Goes Fox Hunting In China
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Beijing Daxing: Public Art in the World’s Biggest Airport
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Hawaiian Cultural Institutions Go China-Smart to Counter Trade War
Having become the island's highest spenders in recent years, museums and attractions in Hawaii are rethinking their approach to Chinese travelers. Read More -
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The Melbourne institution is building strong connections with Chinese audiences, as demonstrated by its smart WeChat strategy. Read More -
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Against the backdrop of falling Chinese tourist numbers to the U.S., the southern Californian city has teamed up with two of China's biggest apps. Read More -
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Despite its location in rural Upstate New York, Corning Museum of Glass' China-smart strategy makes it a model for museums hoping to tap the world's largest travel market. Read More -
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From the Mecca of bullfighting to a world famous opera house, cultural institutions in the Spanish capital have developed audio guide as a dynamic and cost-effective means of connecting with Chinese travelers. Read More -
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UCCA Strikes Gold with Cai Xukun Vogue China Video
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The Exhibition Is You: How Selfies Effect China’s Art Culture
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How Chinese Millennials Use Weibo for Trip Planning
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Alipay in Europe is Changing the Chinese Tourist Experience
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How VMFA’s Alex Nyerges Created A Winning Cultural Exchange With China
The Richmond museum has been a pioneer in building relationships with prominent Chinese cultural institutions and director Alex Nyerges believes artistic exchange can become a "tie binding us together" in the trade war age. Read More -
Can Portugal Attract 1 Million Chinese Tourists Per Year?
Portugal attracted 13 million tourists in 2018 and made $41.1 billion in the process. Now, Europe's western most country has its sights set on China. Read More -
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How San Francisco Boosted Chinese Bookings by 30 percent
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What Do Chinese Luxury Travelers Want? Adventure, of Course
Understanding the desires of China’s more than one million high-net-worth individuals has never been more essential for hotels, DMOs, and cultural institutions. Read More -
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The British Museum Drops On Chinese E-com — Again
The world's oldest public museum made $51 million by selling licensed products in China last year. The launch of a Taobao platform will increase reach and searchability. Read More -
Why DMOs Must Look Beyond Celebrity Endorsements
In recent years, organizations have typically partnered with celebrities to gain traction with outbound Chinese travelers. With the increasing influence of travel shows and user-generated content, the suitability and effectiveness of this tactic should be reassessed. Read More -
MoMA And K11 Join Forces For Hong Kong Store
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How Livestreaming For Local Museums Is The Next Big Thing
Connecting with culturally engaged Chinese audiences is increasingly key for Western museums, but with resources limited for so many cultural institutions, livestreaming could prove an affordable and effective method. Read More -
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Sydney Botanic Garden Launches China-Friendly App And Tour
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Can Cannes Bring Glamour to Hong Kong’s Art Mall?
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Sydney Art Gallery Expanding Chinese Services
The Art Gallery of New South Wales provides a range of information to visitors in Chinese and supports these efforts with audio in Mandarin. Read More -
Rijksmuseum App Redesign Enhances Chinese Experience
The Rijksmuseum's smart digital strategy has led to the redesign of the museum's app. The Amsterdam attraction is now even more accessible to Chinese visitors. Read More -
How Oreo And The Palace Museum Won Hearts In China
Oreo gained 260,000 additional followers on its flagship Tmall store following its Forbidden City collaboration. Read More -
Louvre Channels Iconic Works With Perfume Collaboration
The Louvre has collaborated with famous perfumery, Buly, to create eight unique fragrances to be sold in a museum pop-up shop. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Picasso Heads East, Chinese Tourists Staying Close to Home, and More Chinese Travel Trends
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History with A View: Lisbon Castle Offers Chinese Brochure
São Jorge Castle, a world-famous medieval castle, has created a Chinese-language brochure for visitors. Read More -
Royal Ontario Museum Takes A Fresh Look At Chinese Painting
Royal Ontario Museum is drawing attention to Chinese traditions of family, religion, and superstition by showcasing ancestor portraits and deity prints. Read More -
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Portugal’s Sintra joins UNESCO project in China push
Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua, located in central Portugal, recently joined the UNESCO project ‘World Heritage Journey’ in an effort to reach more Chinese tourists. Read More -
Vancouver Art Gallery Offers Mandarin Tours
The Contemporary Art Gallery (CAG) provides guided exhibition tours in Mandarin. CAG strives to engage local audiences through informal programming. Read More -
Parent & Child Travel: A Growth Market?
Domestic travel agencies provide increasingly specific programs for parent and child travel, Western museums and cultural institutions should follow suit and rethink how they engage with the Chinese family. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Tanzanian Tours, Bergdorf Goodman Goes Alipay, Gaokao Getaways and More Chinese Travel Trends
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Las Vegas Goes All In on Chinese Tourism
Las Vegas Conventions & Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has improved its China engagement by creating content for Chinese video platforms. Read More -
China Institute Promotes Museum Night Via WeChat
The China Institute used WeChat to promote its part in Night at the Museums, an event that showcases the museums and historic sites in Lower Manhattan. Read More -
Canadian Gallery Offers Chinese Guests Exclusive Services
The McMichael Canadian Art Collection, a gallery devoted to collecting The Art of Canada, strives to improve its in-house services for Chinese visitors. Read More -
The Lipstick Met Museum Designed For China’s Gen Z
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London & Partners: Culture with a China-First Strategy
The shift to cultural tourism is being led by a young generation of well-educated Chinese who are seeking balanced travel experiences. London & Partners is hoping to capitalize. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Dragon Boat Festival, Emperor Qinshihuang’s New Mini Program & More Chinese Travel Trends
A roundup of the week's China-related travel news, including Emperor Qinshihuang's new Mini Program, China maximizing short national holidays, and more. Read More -
A Guide To Baidu: 8 Steps For Search Engine Marketing In China
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How Museums Can Offset Losses From The Trade War
How the U.S. travel industry — and by extension, the nation’s museums and cultural institutions — is becoming an unexpected casualty of the trade war. Read More -
The Victoria & Albert Museum Goes WeChat
On June 10, London’s Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) launched a WeChat account, listing its previous initiatives with Chinese Museums. Read More -
Solo Journey — Carrie Ma’s Cultural Travels
Jing Travel talks with Carrie Ma, a popular Australian Chinese traveller blogger, author, and brand collaborator on traveling one photo at a time. Read More -
The Tate Shares Collection (And Expertise) With Shanghai’s New Art Museum
The Tate Museum signed a development partnership with the forthcoming Pudong Museum of Art in Shanghai to hold three exhibitions and consultant for them. Read More -
The Setouchi Triennale & The Demand for Site-Specific Cultural Events
The Setouchi Triennale 2019, which takes place in the Seto Inland Sea, is attracting large numbers of Chinese tourists searching for cultural experiences. Read More -
Alipay Makes Getting an Overseas Taxi a Click Away
Alipay has just made it easier for 150 million outbound Chinese travelers to hail a taxi in 33 cities across 10 countrie while traveling overseas. Read More -
How Chinese Museums Are Rethinking Gift Shops — And Winning
Gift shops at museums are using products inspired by China’s cultural history to reach China’s young and increasingly culturally-driven online shoppers. Read More -
Travel Hacks: China’s Craze for Wenchuang, FITs Looking for Health & Wellness Options, and More Chinese Travel Trends
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Baidu’s Baike Takes Museums To Every Corner Of The Globe
Baidu’s Baike has joined forces with cultural institutions worldwide to digitize the world’s most famous museums and historic attractions. Read More -
Is the Landmark Hotel’s Holistic China Approach the Future of Five-Star Service?
How the Landmark London hotel in the posh Marylebone neighborhood tailors its five-star experinece to attract more Chinese luxury tourists Read More -
NYC Jewish Museum Visitor Information Now in Mandarin
The Jewish Museum in New York City offers visitor information in Chinese (as well as several other languages) on their website. Read More -
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Cartier, Culture, and the Art of Marketing in China
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National Gallery Of Victoria Creates Open Access Program
National Gallery of Victoria is acquiring new audiences in China thanks to their five-year digitization program, called Open Access Read More -
Sixth Floor Museum Offers Chinese-Language Audio Tours
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas is now offering Chinese tourists self-guided audio tours in Mandarin. Read More -
5 Steps To Attracting China’s Millennials To Your Museum
Chinese millennials are transforming every sector of the economy, from travel to retail. Here’s how to attract more to upcoming exhibitions. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Trade War Takes A Toll, Suzhou Tourism Knows How to Use Social Media, and More Chinese Travel Trends
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Chicago River Cruise Reaches Out to Chinese Tour Operators
Chicago Architecture Foundation Center promoted their 90-minute River Cruise tour to Chinese travelers by networking with Chinese tour operators. Read More -
Taobao Bets Big On Creating Cultural Products For Museums
Taobao is pitching itself as the number one resource for museums hoping to capitalize on the booming demand for branded cultural products. Read More -
The VMFA Opens Historic Exhibition in Beijing
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the National Museum of China celebrate relations between the United States and China with a new exhibition in Beijing. Read More -
Where to Train for China’s Thriving Travel Market
The new China Tourism Training online course aims to provide a better understanding of the Chinese outbound traveller’s behaviour and trends. Read More -
Terracotta Warriors & Cai Guo-Qiang Exhibits Open at the NGV
The NGV offers free-guided tours in Mandarin for their new exhibitions: Terracotta Warriors & Cai Guo-Qiang: The Transient Landscape Read More -
The Rijksmuseum Offers Chinese Tourists an Innovative App
To accommodate Chinese guests, the grand and globally popular Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, has developed a free Chinese-language multimedia tour app. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Los Angeles Knows How to WeChat, Chinese Travelers Want to Taste the World, and More Chinese Travel Trends
Our weekly round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including the shifting habits of Chinese tourists away from shopping and toward culture. Read More -
Profit Share: Greece Welcomes Chinese Artifacts
As part of a cultural exchange between China and Greece, 154 rare artifacts were loaned from the Palace Museum in Beijing to the Acropolis Museum in Athens. Read More -
USS Midway Museum Reels In Chinese Visitors
The USS Midway Museum, a legendary naval aircraft carrier located in downtown San Diego, California at Navy Pier, has become a major draw for Chinese tourist. Read More -
California Children’s Museum Gets Creative with AliPay
The New Children’s Museum in San Diego has recently started to accept cashless payments via Alipay—one of China's most popular virtual payment platforms — to purchase tickets, shop gift items, and more. Read More -
Benetti Makes Yachts That Caters to China’s Elites
In an exclusive conversation with Jing Daily, Peter Mahony, General Manager of Benetti Asia, discusses the company’s unique China approach, the current state of the Chinese yacht market, and the contours of its future. Read More -
The Met Gala Got More Than 170 Million Views in Less Than 48 Hours. Here’s How.
For this year’s Met Gala, an event that has never wanted for exposure, the Met decided to harness the vast power of the Chinese video-sharing app Douyin, aka TikTok outside of China, to the tune of 170 million views in 48 hours. Read More -
Air and Space Museum Skyrockets into Chinese Market
The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. is working with Destination DC's Welcome (欢迎) China program to procure Chinese visitors. Read More -
How a Hand Puppet is Becoming One of China’s Most Prominent Travel Influencers & Other Chinese Travel Trends
From trade war travel concerns to one of China's most prominent influencers, a fox hand puppet, here are our five top Chinese travel news stories for the week. Read More -
Hong Kong has Spurned Digital Wallets, But for How Long?
With only 47 percent of Hong Kongers using WeChat Pay compared to 86.4 percent on the mainland, Hong Kong continues to lag behind when it comes to the adoption of new payment methods such as digital wallets. But for how long? Read More -
How Viking Cruises Changed Chinese Tourism to Europe
We spoke to Brendan Tansey, Managing Director for Viking Cruises in China, to learn how Viking applied its experience with the US outbound tourism market to provide Chinese travelers with a new way to explore Europe. Read More -
Three Things to Know About China’s Superyacht Market
With a 9,000-mile coastline and a class of millionaires predicted to exceed 20 million by the mid-2020s, is China the next superyacht destination? Read More -
Debut Expo: Frye Art Museum Features Poet Jane Wong
Jane Wong’s first solo museum exhibition, entitled “After Preparing the Altar, The Ghosts Feast Feverishly” debuts at the Frye Art Museum. Read More -
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Debuts New Chinese Galleries
After an extensive renovation, the Philadelphia Museum of Art reopenes its updated and reinstalled Chinese galleries, highlighting more than 7,000 works. Read More -
A Dragon’s Tale: A New Exhibit at the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum Honors the Mystical Monster
The San Diego Chinese Historical Museum new exhibit, "Dragons: Exploring the Symbolism of China's Most Revered Creature,” opens June 1st. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Ireland Targets More Chinese Tourists, Beijing’s Labour Day Extension, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Tourism Ireland's Chinese plans, and the success of Beijing’s Labour Day vacation extension. Read More -
What a Heightened Trade War with China Would Do to US Tourism
How will President Trump’s threats to escalate the ongoing US-China trade war impact the US tourism sector, which has seen its growth flatline for the first time in 10 years? Read More -
How to Attract Self-Driving Chinese Tourists
Car rental, or self-driving tourism, is a growing trend in Chinese outbound tourism that offers significant opportunities for off-the-beaten track travels. Read More -
Largest-Ever Gift of Chinese Artifacts to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston
Art historian and filmmaker Wan-go H.C. Weng makes a landmark donation of 183 Chinese artifacts to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston Read More -
Disney Museum Caters to Chinese Travelers
The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco is actively developing new ways to become more readily accessible to Chinese travelers. Read More -
Terrifying Tourism: Explore Notorious Philly Penitentiary
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site in Philadelphia offers self-guided audio tour narrated by actor Steve Buscemi, titled “The Voices of Eastern State.” Read More -
Travel Hacks: Tencent Partners with New Zealand, Labor Day Chaos, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Tourism New Zealand's new deal with Tencent and China’s Labor Day travel Pandemonium. Read More -
Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, The World’s Tallest Building Launches A Mini Program
The tallest building in the world, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, has launched a WeChat Mini Program to facilitate the ease of travel for Chinese visitors. Read More -
Asian Art Museum Shows Ink Works From Lingnan School Icon
An original exhibition at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco will showcase 22 scroll paintings from the decades-long career of Au Ho-nien. Read More -
Art Historian Wu Hung Presents Annual A.W. Mellon at NGA
The six-part lecture series, collectively titled "End as Beginning: Chinese Art and Dynastic Time," explores the relationship between Chinese art and patterns of repeated dynastic succession. Read More -
California Aquarium’s Bid to Lure Chinese Guests Makes a Splash
San Francisco's Aquarium of the Bay is set to welcome more Chinese tourists with the help of Mandarin guides and mobile payment options. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Didi in Japan, Marriott’s WeChat Services, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Didi Chuxing expanding in Japan and Marriott's plans for China with the help of WeChat. Read More -
Germany’s Walther Collection Hosts Contemporary Chinese Photography
The Walther Collection in Germany will host an extensive exhibition of works by Chinese artists, titled “Then and Now: Life and Dreams Revisited.” Read More -
How to Attract Self-Driving Chinese Tourists
Here's what destinations and car rental companies need to know about Chinese tourists looking for an international road trip. Read More -
A “Feast” Of Chinese Art At Princeton
The Princeton University Art Museum will display Chinese art depicting feasts and the role they played in history and culture dating back almost 900 years. Read More -
Showcasing 20 Years of the China Tourism Miracle
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Ceramics Wonder: Wanxin Zhang Sculptures on View at Bay Area Museum
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Australia Banks on the Power of Thor to Attract Chinese Tourists
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‘Facing the Future’: Chinese Artists Join Havana Biennial
The Havana Biennial Art Exhibition is hosting 20 works from 10 Chinese artists, including Li Hongbo, under the theme “Facing the Future.” Read More -
Interview: Chinese Travel KOL Xiao Mo
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French Luxury Groups Pitch in for Notre-Dame Reconstruction
Following the fire that devastated Paris' Notre-Dame cathedral Monday, French luxury groups LVMH and Kering pledged significant sums to rebuild. Read More -
Chinese Travel Agencies Try to Be More “Family-Friendly”
To capitalize on a trend led by mothers traveling with young children, Chinese travel agency Caissa has launched new family-friendly tour options. Read More -
Travel Hacks: New Zealand Disappointed in the Number of Chinese Arrivals, and More Chinese Travel Trends
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The Art Institute of Chicago Bets Big on Chinese Visitors
The Art Institute of Chicago has launched initiatives, such as Mandarin audio guides and Chinese social media accounts, to draw in more Chinese tourists. Read More -
Playboy Club NYC Hops on WeChat and Weibo
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Stockholm Hopes WeChat Mini-Program Can Put Diplomatic Row in the Past
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A Look Inside the Member’s Only Event, Prada Mode Hong Kong
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Online Platform Secoo Takes 20% Stake in CNSC Nanjing Post-arrivals Duty-free Store
Online luxury retailer Secoo has acquired a stake in duty-free operator CNSC's Nanjing downtown post-arrivals duty-free store. Read More -
Worth a Visit: Explore China at the Field Museum
"Cyrus Tang Hall of China" exhibition at the Field Museum in Chicago focuses on China’s 5,000 years of history, culture, and perspectives. Read More -
China’s Next Hot Travel Market: Customized Luxury Tours
China's travel industry has been booming, but there is still a market segment that has significant room for growth: customized luxury tours. Read More -
Tap into the Third Realm: MoCP Puts Chinese Artists in Focus
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Travel Hacks: Israel Continues to Boost Services for Chinese Tourists, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Israel marketing tourism to China, China-New Zealand Year of Tourism kicking off, and more. Read More -
Superstar Chinese Pianist Hits the Stage at Carnegie Hall
Chinese pianist Yuja Wang will take the stage at Carnegie Hall in New York to perform music by Bach, Schönberg, and Chopin. Read More -
Report: Trends in Chinese High-End Tourism 2019
A new report from Chinese luxury travel agency SparkleTour identifies high-end tourism trends among wealthy Chinese travelers. Read More -
Volcanic Exhibition of Cai Guo-qiang in the Shadow of Pompeii
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is hosting “In the Volcano: Cai Guo-qiang and Pompeii,” featuring video and artwork by the Chinese artist. Read More -
China’s Douyin, aka TikTok, Introduces the Power of Short Video to Travel Brands
Chinese short video platform Douyin has grown in popularity among travelers, and DMOs need to take notice of its potential in attracting Chinese tourists. Read More -
Meet the Empresses of China’s Forbidden City at the Smithsonian
The Smithsonian's Sackler Gallery will host an exhibition on Qing dynasty empresses and their influence on China, with items on loan from Beijing. Read More -
China’s Alibaba Is Shaping the Future of the Machine-Driven Hotel
Alibaba's Flyzoo, which is powered by Fliggy, is at the forefront of smart hotel initiatives that could be the future of the global hotel industry. Read More -
Cai Guo-Qiang at the AIC: Chinese Artist Who “Paints” with Explosives Sits Down for a Chat
The Art Institute of Chicago will talk with Chinese artist Cai Guo-qiang in "The Art of Place: Contemporary Asian Art Destinations" luncheon-lecture series. Read More -
Chinese Travelers Seeing More Sights at Night
As Chinese travelers look to maximize their sightseeing while on vacation, night tours have become more popular to allow tourists to see more. Read More -
The New Costa Venezia Is a Floating Luxury Mall for Chinese Cruise Travelers
In an effort to capture a larger share of the Chinese cruise market, Costa Cruises launched the Costa Venezia, designed specifically for Chinese travelers. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Italy Building New Bridges from China, Tourists Return to South Korea En Masse, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including a tourism deal between Ctrip and Italy, a surge in arrivals in South Korea, and more. Read More -
Chicago Architecture Center Caters to Chinese Visitors Via Language-Specific Resources
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) will offer Mandarin-language services to Chinese visitors to provide them with greater access to exhibitions. Read More -
How King Power’s WeChat Mini-program Store Improves the Customer Experience for Chinese Tourists
Thai duty-free retailer King Power launched its WeChat mini-program to make shopping more convenient for Chinese tourists. Read More -
Matter Matters: LACMA’s Latest Exhibition Features Chinese Contemporary Art Trend
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art will host "The Allure of Matter: Material Art from China," which features Ai Weiwei, Cai Guo-Qiang and others. Read More -
Mexico Looks to Capitalize on Chinese Tourist Interest in Culture
Mexico doesn't attract a large number of Chinese tourists, but it has noticed their interest in visiting cultural destinations. Read More -
Reaching New Heights: CAC Exhibit Showcases Chinese Skyscrapers
The Chicago Architecture Center will host an exhibition featuring scale models of famous skyscrapers, including some iconic ones in China. Read More -
American Airlines and China Southern Launch Frequent Flyer Partnership
American Airlines and China Southern Airlines have teamed up to allow passengers earn frequent flier miles on each other's flights. Read More -
An Epic Performance: Yang Liping’s Under Siege Hits the Stage at Lincoln Center
China’s Yang Liping Contemporary Dance will showcase the U.S. premiere of Under Siege at New York's Lincoln Center as part of the Mostly Mozart Festival. Read More -
Barcelona Launches Mandarin App to Draw in Travel Shoppers
On March 19, the Catalan Tourist Board and La Roca Village co-announced the launch of a Mandarin-language app to guide Chinese tourists through Barcelona. Read More -
Dinner Date: Museum of Food and Drink Remembers Nixon in China
The Museum of Food and Drink in Brooklyn will host DinnerLab celebrating US President Richard Nixon's visit to China in 1972. Read More -
Travel Hacks: LA Tourism Teams Up with Hainan Airlines, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including LA tourism teaming up with Hainan Airlines and a potential boost from China's May holiday. Read More -
Duty Free Americas Plots Next Wave of Refurbishment at The Venetian Macau
Duty Free Americas (DFA) is planning a second major renovation of its stores at The Venetian Macau-Resort-Hotel to be completed this summer. Read More -
MoMA Film Fest: New Directors/New Films 2019 Lineup Features Chinese Directors
MoMA's 48th annual New Directors/New Films film festival will feature films by Chinese filmmakers, including Yeo Siew Hua and Qiu Sheng. Read More -
South Africa Presents Chinese Actor as Tourism Ambassador in Unveiling of ‘Sound Museum’
South Africa introduced Huang Bo as its tourism ambassador to China and unveiled a "Sound Museum" of recordings by the actor during his trip to the nation. Read More -
Art Alert: Premier U.S. Showcase by Artist Zheng Guogu Presented at MoMA PS1
MoMA PS1 is will present "Visionary Transformation," the first solo museum exhibition in the U.S. by Chinese contemporary artist Zheng Guogu. Read More -
Meituan Dianping Claims Leadership as Largest Domestic Hotel Site in China
Meituan Dianping, which is primarily known for its food delivery service, has claimed that it now leads in domestic hotel booking in China. Read More -
Chinese Travelers on WeChat Can Now Navigate French Railways
French national railway operator SCNF launched its official WeChat channel to help Chinese tourists better navigate the train network. Read More -
Prada Becomes the Latest Victim of Declining Chinese Tourist Shopping
Italian fashion house Prada attributed its lackluster 2018 earnings to a decline in Chinese tourist shopping, particularly in Hong Kong and Macau. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Barclaycard Inks Another Deal for Alipay, and More Chinese Travel Trends
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Report: Chinese Tourism to South America
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Japanese Duty-Free Retailer Offers Chinese O2O Shopping via Alipay
Japanese duty-free retailer Laox will now allow Chinese tourists to make tax-free purchases online for in-store pickup in Japan. Read More -
Samsonite Welcomes Chinese Mobile Payments in U.S. Stores Amid Declining Tourist Shopping
Luggage and travel accessories company Samsonite hopes to attract Chinese tourist shoppers by accepting Alipay and WeChat Pay at some of its U.S. stores. Read More -
China Duty Free Group Set for Triumph at Beijing Daxing International Airport
China Duty Free Group has been awarded two ten-year contracts to operate duty-free shops at Beijing Daxing International Airport. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Fake Harry Potter Tours in Australia, UnionPay Expands in the U.K., and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including tours of Harry Potter movie locations that don't exist and expanding acceptance of UnionPay. Read More -
China Duty Free Group to open its first downtown Hong Kong travel retail store
China Duty Free Group is set to open its first store in Citygate Outlets in Hong Kong's Lantau Island. The store will offer a wide variety of luxury brands. Read More -
Chinese Women Hold Up Most of the Travel Industry
Chinese women continue to become a dominant force in the travel industry as Ctrip notes that they are the majority of travelers and tourism decision-makers. Read More -
Chinese Travelers Opt for Luxury Across Europe: Ctrip
Chinese travelers continue to flock to European destinations, but it's no longer just for shopping, according to a report from online travel agency Ctrip. Read More -
Catering to Growing Elite, Chinese Airlines Up the Ante
Once considered albotrosses, Chinese airlines have improved their luxury services to attract the growing number of elite travelers. Read More -
Tencent’s Mobile Museum Democratizing Experience For Chinese Travelers
Tencent has joined with numerous museums in China and abroad to offer a WeChat mini-program that can help guide Chinese tourists. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Zero Growth in Chinese Travel to the U.S. & Chinese Cotswolds Obsession
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8 Essentials to Working with Luxury Chinese Tourists
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When Pigs Fly: Chinese-Australian Artist Guan Wei Greets 2019 with Zodiac-Inspired Masterpiece
Chinese-Australian artist Guan Wei is celebrating the Lunar New Year with an art installation featuring a flying pig at the Birkenhead Point outlet center. Read More -
Chinese Travel to EU Maintains Upward Trajectory in 2018; Forward Bookings Robust
Chinese outbound travel to the EU increased in 2018 and is expected to continue on its upward trend this year, according to the European Travel Commission. Read More -
The WeChat Mini-Program That’s Opening Up Scotland to Luxury Chinese Tourists
With its new mini-program, Scotland is hoping to open up attractions across the country to Chinese tourists interested in the mystery and magic of Scotland. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Universal Studios Offers VIP Tours in Mandarin, Australian Casino Sees Dwindling Chinese Spending, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Universal Studios in Los Angeles offering VIP tours for Mandarin speakers, and more. Read More -
4 Ways to Use QR Codes in Chinese Tourism Marketing
QR codes can be a useful tool for destination marketing to the Chinese tourism market. Here are four ways QR codes can be used. Read More -
Austria Adds Chinese Mobile Payments to Drive Tourism
Austria hopes to increase tourist spending with the expansion of Alipay in the Tyrol state with the help of German mobile payment company Wirecard. Read More -
Airbnb-ware!: Tongcheng-Elong Launches Rival Homeshare Platform on WeChat
In an effort to compete with Airbnb in China, Tongcheng-Elong has released a WeChat mini-program that offers homeshare accommodations. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Chinese New Year Spending Growth Slows After Record Year for Outbound Tourism, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including slowing Lunar New Year spending growth, an end to the China-New Zealand Year of Tourism, and more. Read More -
Why Does Travelzoo Have a Big China Problem?
Online travel agency Travelzoo has been doing well in its main markets of North America and Europe, but it has had difficulty cracking the China market. Read More -
Italy Draws in Chinese Tourists Despite Slip in Travel Shopping
The most popular Italian destinations for travel shopping are seeing fewer Chinese shoppers, but that doesn't mean the tourists aren't there. Read More -
So Close to Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day Turns into a Local Getaway
This year, Valentine's Day in China has enticed many to travel locally, and at least book a high-end hotel for the evening. Read More -
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South Korea's The Shilla Duty Free has partnered with popular Chinese webtoon artists to boost its appeal to traveling Chinese shoppers. Read More -
Alipay Data Shows Mobile Payment Catching on with Older Travelers
Alipay data about consumption habits of Chinese travelers during the Lunar New Year holiday shows that older generations are adopting the payment method. Read More -
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Melbourne Airport Launches Special Chinese New Year Retail Promotion and Events
Melbourne Airport is marking Chinese New Year with the launch of a retail promotion from February 5 to 15 called "Lunar Luxe." Read More -
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Retailers that rely on Chinese tourist spending can quickly benefit from adopting mobile payment options like Alipay and WeChat Pay to boost consumption. Read More -
Mafengwo Tries to Lure Younger Travelers with Idol Group
Mafengwo recruited popular boy band ONER to share experiences about travel in New Zealand to help the online travel agency attract younger users. Read More -
CNY: The Journey Home, or the Journey Abroad?
Various DMOs and marketing partners have launched Chinese New Year promotions to attract a portion of the estimated 7 million Chinese travelers this year. Read More -
Royal Caribbean Is Getting Chinese Cruisers Out of China
Royal Caribbean sees an opportunity to attract Chinese cruisers by offering them cruises from destinations outside China. Read More -
France’s Asian Art Collection Goes Digital With Tencent
The Guimet Museum in Paris has partnered with Tencent to digitize its Chinese art collection. The museum plans to expand its cooperation with Tencent. Read More -
Will London’s Luxury Stores Bring Home the Bacon This Chinese New Year?
Perhaps the entire luxury industry in London lacks a comprehensive marketing strategy for China’s largest holiday -- the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Tourist Spending Surges in South Africa, WeChat for Museum Visitors, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including an increase in tourist spending in South Africa, record arrivals in the Philippines, and more. Read More -
Flight Bookings to UK Over Chinese New Year Up by 24%
Flight bookings from China to the U.K. are up 24 percent for the Chinese New Year travel period, and the country hopes to capitalize on increased tourism. Read More -
Burj Al Arab and Dubai Set to Cater to Chinese New Year Tourists
As more Chinese tourists head to the Middle East, the UAE and travel industry players like Burj Al Arab Jumeirah are offering Chinese New Year specials. Read More -
Vegas Rolls the Dice on Chinese New Year Events
Las Vegas and its travel industry players hope to cash in on Chinese tourists to the city during the upcoming Lunar New Year. Read More -
New Beginnings: San Diego Lunar New Year Festival
The 9th annual San Diego Lunar New Year Festival, on Feb. 1-3, will feature an array of Chinese lanterns, lion dances, carnival rides, and firecrackers. Read More -
Hong Kong’s New ‘Avenue of Stars’ Unveiled for Lunar New Year
Hong Kong's Avenue of Stars reopened on January 30 after a three-year redesign. The promenade is set to welcome tourists in time for the Lunar New Year. Read More -
Why Are Chinese Tourists Shopping Less?
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Chinese Tourists Can Now Enjoy SFMOMA More with WeChat
The San Francisco Mumseum of Modern Art (SF MoMA) has turned to WeChat to enhance Chinese visitors' experience at the museum. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Cashless Luxury in Singapore, Attracting Cultural Tourists, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Singapore's Sentosa offering a cashless experience, new direct flights to Canada, and more. Read More -
The Shilla Duty Free Draws 30 Million Views to Chinese New Year Campaign Launch
The Shilla Duty Free has launched its Lunar New Year marketing campaign with a live-streaming event that attracted millions of views. Read More -
The Hague Lures Chinese Tourists with Family-Friendly Travel and Museums
The Hague hopes to attract a growing number of Chinese tourists with its family-friendly travel campaign that highlights outdoor activities and museums. Read More -
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Why Chinese Tourists Are Heading for Hokkaido
More Chinese tourists are traveling to Hokkaido, Japan, and the prefecture targets a huge increase in tourists in the next two years. Read More -
Celebrate the Year of the Pig at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Chinese New Year Festival
On January 27th, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri, will celebrate the Year of the Pig with an all-day Chinese New Year Festival. Read More -
This Aussie Museum Is Attracting Throngs of Chinese Tourists With WeChat
Australia's National Gallery of Victoria has taken to Chinese social media, including WeChat, to attract more Chinese tourists. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Politics Disrupts Canadian DMOs, New Airport Tech, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Ottawa Tourism suspending tourism campaigns in China, and new airport technology in Changsha. Read More -
Beijing Downtown Duty-Free Shop Opening Nears for CDFG
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Sweden Trains Chinese Travel Trade with WeChat Mini-Program
Visit Sweden became the first national tourism board to launch a WeChat mini-program for China Travel Academy to train Chinese travel agents. Read More -
Cities Gearing Up for Chinese New Year Travelers
Cities around the world are launching campaigns and events in preparation for Chinese travelers who will soon head out for the Lunar New Year. Read More -
Chinese Travelers Prepare for Lunar New Year Holiday Spending Spree
More than 7 million Chinese tourists are expected to travel abroad during the Lunar New Year, and those travelers are booking luxury experiences. Read More -
How Inspiration Ties into Performance Marketing: A Reflection on SFTA’s Fall Campaign
The San Francisco Tourism Association launched a successful campaign in conjunction with San Diego Tourism Authority to attract more Chinese travelers. Read More -
Travel Hacks: Luxury Cruises to the Philippines, Nature Getaways, Virtual Airport Navigation, and More Chinese Travel Trends
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Chinese Tourism to Africa: Market Profile
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Mobile Payments Could Become a Gateway for the International Travel Industry
Mobile payments like Alipay & WeChat Pay may be poised to offer more than just a convenient transaction overseas, but the travel industry needs to prepare. Read More -
Virtual Airport Services on WeChat Help Chinese Travelers Navigate the Gates
Tongcheng-Elong has launched a virtual airport guide through its WeChat mini-program to aid travelers navigate the terminal before departure. Read More -
Lotte Duty Free Posts All-time Sales High in 2018 as Online and Daigou Business Soars
South Korea's Lotte Duty Free reported record sales in 2018, thanks in part to China's daigou shoppers ahead of the country's new e-commerce law. Read More -
Online Travel Agencies Adapt to China’s New E-commerce Law
As China's new e-commerce law took effect on January 1, online travel agencies have had to adapt to changes in the way they sell value-added services. Read More -
Travel Hacks: U.S. Government Shutdown Frustrates Tourists, Qatar Airways Makes a Move in China, and More Chinese Travel Trends
A round-up of the week's China-related travel news, including Qatar Airways' stake acquisition and Chinese tourists shut out of a US national park. Read More -
JD.com Opens Physical Store at Beijing Airport
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com opened pop-up stores at Beijing Capital International Airport and Hohhot East Railway Station in Inner Mongolia. Read More -
Older Chinese Are Set to Travel More as Country’s Demographics Shift
As China's average age increases, people over 60 will make up a larger proportion of the population. This group will also become a large tourism market. Read More -
The Jing Travel Forecast: Three Things to Watch for in 2019
Jing Travel looks at the factors that could impact Chinese outbound travel in the coming year, including the slowing Chinese economy and mobile payments. Read More -
A Complaint Resolution Platform Rises to Address Dissatisfied Customers on Weibo
Sina has launched Black Cat Complaint, a service for customers to file complaints that also offers mediation services between customers and businesses. Read More -
Chinese Visitor Levels to South Korea Continue Recovery Amid Surging Japanese Arrivals
Chinese tourists to have continued to return to South Korea despite China's crackdown on daigou shopping and diplomatic tensions. Read More