BAYC – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Thu, 17 Jul 2025 17:20:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.8 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 BAYC – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 BAYC Commences Sales of ApeFest Vegas Tickets https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bayc-commences-sales-of-apefest-vegas-tickets/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bayc-commences-sales-of-apefest-vegas-tickets/#respond Thu, 17 Jul 2025 17:20:31 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bayc-commences-sales-of-apefest-vegas-tickets/

Yuga Labs, the project behind the BAYC and MAYC NFT collections, has officially kicked off ticket claims for the upcoming ApeFest 2025, one of the most significant NFT events. As announced on July 14, BAYC NFT holders can now secure their spot for the event happening on October 24th at Area15, a popular immersive entertainment venue in Las Vegas.

BAYC members were given a head start to claim their ticket through the official ApeFest site, where they are required to place a $169 refundable deposit. This deposit will be returned once the holder checks in at the event by scanning their wristband. The tickets are free for BAYC holders, but the refundable deposit helps reduce no-shows and scalping.

Just 15 minutes after BAYC claims began, MAYC holders were also invited to claim their own tickets, using the same link and deposit process. The system ensures that both BAYC and MAYC holders have early and fair access, if available, before any public release. Holders can also bring one guest by purchasing a plus-one ticket for $269. However, this ticket is non-refundable unless canceled.

To claim tickets, users must use the Tokenproof app, a secure token-gated platform that verifies NFT ownership. Holders will need to connect their wallet, join a queue, and complete the claim within a 10-minute window.

This year’s ApeFest will take place at Area15, known for its futuristic installations, art experiences, and live events. Unlike past multi-day events, ApeFest 2025 will focus on a single, unforgettable night of entertainment, community bonding, and celebration. Like past ApeFest conferences, the BAYC team would likely debut new features and products that will keep the community engaged with the ape-themed IP.

An added bonus? The first 1,250 attendees who successfully claim their ApeFest tickets will also receive a free pass to ComplexCon Las Vegas, which takes place the weekend following the event. This pass is sponsored by ApeChain, a layer-2 blockchain owned by Yuga Labs.

ApeFest has become a major annual gathering for Yuga Labs and its community, and this year’s Las Vegas edition is expected to bring together thousands of BAYC and MAYC holders from around the world. It also solidifies ApeFest’s connection to the broader NFT and Web3 ecosystem.

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Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) has recently released an image featuring its mascot in samurai-style art. The image shows Curtis holding a flaming katana, with Japanese katakana spelling out the project’s name, whilst Jimmy the Monkey looms above the BAYC clubhouse.

The post, shared on Wednesday via the official BAYC X account, provided no context or further commentary but its sudden release prompted a wave of identical reposts from community members, raising questions about its significance.

Yuga Labs has not confirmed whether the image is connected to a new product, event, or creative direction. However, a casual remark by Yuga Labs CEO Greg Solano hinted at community interest in potential merchandise, though no such plans have been announced.

Key Insights

  • BAYC teases new artwork showing mascot Curtis with a flaming sword and Japanese script
  • The post coincides with other unrelated updates from BAYC, including a governance vote and more
  • Yuga Labs has not confirmed whether the artwork is linked to an upcoming project
BAYC Teases Samurai-Themed Artwork, Sparking Speculations
Source: Greg Solano

What do we know so far?

On June 18, the Bored Ape Yacht Club posted a stylised image featuring several of its recurring characters. The scene shows Curtis, the project’s primary mascot, wielding a flaming katana in front of the clubhouse, whilst “Bored Ape Yacht Club” appears in Japanese katakana. Jimmy the Monkey, another central character in the BAYC universe, is shown in the background above the structure.

The post was made without supporting explanation and no links or follow-up statements have been published by the official BAYC or Yuga Labs accounts. However, Yuga Labs CEO Greg Solano has remarked separately that a “limited edition BAYC katana would slap,” though no further plans were confirmed.

There is no current indication that the image is promotional or tied to a specific campaign.

BAYC Teases Samurai-Themed Artwork, Sparking Speculations
Source: Bored Ape Yacht Club

What’s new with Bored Ape Yacht Club?

Whilst the meaning of the artwork remains unclear, BAYC has been active on multiple unrelated fronts:

  • Governance Vote: The ApeCoin DAO is currently voting on AIP-596, a proposal by Solano to shut down the DAO and transfer its assets to a new entity called ApeCo. Over 20 million $Ape has already been cast and voting closes on June 26.
  • Telegram Sticker Pack: BAYC has also announced an upcoming sticker drop via Telegram. The pack will contain digital collectibles with in-app emote functionality.
  • Merchandise Plans: Solano also confirmed that an “always-on” online merchandise store is in development to allow BAYC members to purchase branded items year-round. However, no launch date has been announced.

As of now, there is no indication that the recently released artwork is connected to these developments as there had been no formal announcements, and no timeline provided for further updates.

The Bored Ape Yacht Club has previously used visual releases to introduce campaigns or projects, but without confirmation, it remains unclear whether this latest post is part of a larger initiative.

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Yuga Labs, the NFT developer behind the popular Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) collection, has unveiled a new product that simplifies the onboarding process for both users and developers. The tool, Glyph, also serves as the next iteration of Yuga ID, providing users with access to applications on the ApeChain.

According to Yuga Labs’ co-founder, Greg Solano, Glyph is designed in a manner that allows any ApeChain builder to utilize it. ApeChain is a network that powers decentralized finance (DeFi) projects, NFTs, digital collectibles, and metaverses. The network is powered by ApeCoin (APE).

Glyph makes interactions with ApeChain easy. The tool is a hub for wallet integration, fiat on-ramping, and on-chain activities. Yuga Labs partnered with several Made by Apes businesses and ApeChain-based NFT platforms to launch the product. These entities, including CryptoRunGames, WinPad, GeezOnApe, Mintotaurs, ApeCtrlCom, H00dOffical, Top Gobs, Deck0xyz, Foxy Fam, Typrical Tigers, DashBo, and Other Page, have all integrated Glyph into their decentralized applications (dApps).

As the next evolution of Yuga ID, users need to connect their existing Yuga ID profile to utilize the tool. Yuga Labs launched Yuga ID in July 2024, enabling users to interact with multiple native platforms using a single, centralized identifier. Users can now interact with Glyph with their Yuga ID or create new accounts on Glyph with just their X or email logins.

It is worth mentioning that a good number of Yuga Labs users have already interacted with Glyph. Solano revealed that people who have claimed some of the Formula One (F1) collectibles on ApeChain over the last few days used the tool.

As part of their partnership with the ApeCoin decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), the F1 racing team, BWT Alpine F1 Team, has released new digital collectibles featuring 2025 race posters. 

The F1 team entered a multi-year partnership with the APE Foundation about a year ago, making the Web3 entity its official sponsor. The alliance aims to unite token holders worldwide through a collaborative approach that incorporates race events and Web3 integrations. The race poster collectibles, released in late May, are some of the fruits of the partnership.

Yuga Labs stated that users who interacted with Glyph to collect the 2025 Race Posters encountered no gas fees or wallet setup requirements. Will the NFT developer eventually include fee sponsorship features for Glyph? Stay tuned for more updates.

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