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Platon: To create a new digital civilization by Protecting CryptoArts
CryptoArts, a new favorite in the digital age
Recently, a NFT painting of digital artist Beeple was sold for $69.34 million, setting a record price for cryptoart. Earlier, Dorsey, the CEO of twitter, transferred his first tweet as a NFT, with the price of about $2.9 million. The birth of these high-priced works of art has pushed the cryptoart into the artistic field，which has been changing people’s traditional cognition and empirical judgement of art. So what is NFT? Is NFT valuable?
NFT (non-homogeneous token) is also a kind of cryptocurrency asset, which relying on the blockchain network behind it. The holding information of these assets can be recorded in the blockchain. Different from bitcoin and Ethereum, each NFT is unique, so it is not for exchange, like basic commodity purchase or other basic transactions money. However, because of that NFT assets can’t be copied, works of art or collections can be transferred on the blockchain network as the unique cryptocurrency asset. For example, if you successfully register as a password artist on the NFT trading platform, your uploaded works of art can also become a NFT asset. The process of becoming a NFT can be regarded as “coinage”, and then by aggregating into blocks to become the unique token asset on the blockchain.
All along, the biggest attribute of art is uniqueness and irreplaceable, which coincides with the essence of NFT. In the traditional art market, artworks are repeatedly sold at high prices, which is unmatched by any other industry. At present, cryptoart is the most powerful growth area in the digital collection market.
Perfect combination of encryption technology and artistic value
Although NFT assets are unique and irreplaceable, and can exist in different forms and contents, their essence is still token. Token itself has no intrinsic value. Only when it is placed on the value system of the real world, can it be endowed with specific meanings.
When we buy a NFT, it actually means that we buy a “digital certificate” representing the ownership and authenticity, that is, we get a unique password generated by blockchain technology. For example, if you buy a painting in the art field, what others see is only a copy of the digital picture, while the buyer has the only original copy of the whole network. This work has been authenticated by blockchain technology, and has a digital signature that cannot be copied, so that buyers can confirm the uniqueness of their collection. The underlying logic is the consensus mechanism based on the network computing power of blockchain. For the cryptoart, this network flow based consensus is important. Through effective mechanisms to improve consensus, let more people know about the works, and by exposure and auction, or artists’ appearance on public media, can achieve “value-capture”, thus increasing the collection value and transaction price of works.
In this process, encryption and privacy protection technology play a key role. For a cryptoart, the owner should have both the ownership and the right to use. Currently, we only protects the ownership, but fails to protect the right to use. If the owner of a work puts a cryptoart on display in the gallery, the owner can get a share of the income from the exhibition, and only with the authorization of the owner, can the art work be fully displayed. Only in this way can the right to use of cryptoart be more effectively protected, which is what PlatOn’s privacy computing has been working for.
The privacy token contract of PlatOn can achieve the purpose of hiding identity through zero knowledge proof algorithm. Zero knowledge proof is to make the verifier believe that one has some knowledge or ability without providing any useful information to others, so as to protect the cryptoart. In addition, digital assets need to be taxed in the future, which also involves the trade of ownership. Token’s Rosetta privacy AI framework improves the efficiency of MPC (multi-party secure computing) and provides strong support for digital asset trading.
Platon’s Alaya scheme, Protecting the cryptoart
As a global blockchain leader, PlatOn, with its rich experience in the field of privacy protection, can help the digital identification and asset digitization of traditional works of art and even real estate, and help traditional assets become indelible and unchangeable . PlatOn launched the meta network Alaya scheme on October 24 last year. The scheme is based on distributed storage system, with globally distributed nodes, and is linked in the form of NFT. It supports the subsequent change of ownership of digital assets through cooperative transfer, so as to protect cryptoart and built a new digital civilization.
In addition, in the main network release of PlatOn is launched in last month, NFT transfer is also used for voting on the chain, and NFT badges in the main network community will be sent to all voting participants. It can be seen that PlatOn’s exploration on NFT privacy protection has been in the field including the cryptoart, community souvenirs, voting and so on, which will light the dawn of new digital civilization.
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Coritiba’s tribute shirt for Jonny Butcher. Photo: Mariana Toneti | Coritiba.
A soccer jersey normally carries identity, history and commercial partnership. Coritiba Foot Ball Club used one to carry something more: the name of Jonny Butcher and a message assuring an English supporter living with ALS that he was not alone.
The campaign demonstrates how brands can support credible social impact through the institutions communities already trust. Coritiba’s partners helped the club turn a thoughtful idea into a visible match-day statement with reach in Brazil, England and beyond.
Jonny Butcher, a soccer supporter from Norwich, England, discovered Coritiba through the connection between the English and Brazilian clubs. That interest became part of his family story after he met and married Ana Clara, who was born in Curitiba. From more than 9,000 kilometres away, Jonny followed Coritiba in the small hours and hoped to return to Estadio Couto Pereira with his brother-in-law, Lucas Espinoza.
When the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as ALS made that journey impossible, Coritiba found another way to bring him into match day. During the club’s Brazilian top-flight fixture against Chapecoense, players wore a special shirt carrying Jonny’s name, a sunflower representing hope and rare-disease awareness, and the message: “Your strength inspires us. We stand as one.” The squad also entered the field with a matching banner, while Lucas represented Jonny and the family in the stadium.
Founded in 1909, Coritiba is one of Brazil’s historic soccer institutions. The club’s name preserves an earlier spelling of Curitiba, the capital of Parana, and its home in Alto da Gloria has welcomed generations since 1932. Known as Coxa, Coritiba is deeply rooted in a city celebrated for planning, parks, public transport and civic innovation. The tribute reflected that same belief that thoughtful organisation should improve people’s lives.
The action continued beyond the ceremony. Match-worn shirts were designated for Jonny’s family and an organisation supporting people affected by rare diseases. Coritiba used a major soccer occasion to recognise patients and carers, increase awareness and turn the public reach of sport into practical solidarity.
“Coritiba extends its sincere thanks to Diadora, Ademicon, Parana Banco, JFK Investimentos, Master Cargas, Bourbon Hotel & Suites Curitiba, DS Industria de Peças Automotivas and Princesa dos Campos,” Coritiba management said. “Their support, together with the extraordinary care shown by supporters in Brazil and England, helped transform this tribute into a wider message of belonging and solidarity. This is what becomes possible when a football institution, responsible partners and its community stand together behind a human cause.”
Coritiba is inviting supporters, clubs, sponsors, media and governing bodies to carry the cause forward by sharing Jonny’s story, supporting trusted ALS and rare-disease organisations, volunteering, fundraising and encouraging permanent community programmes. The club’s example is warm, practical and unmistakably human: soccer is at its best when nobody is too distant to belong and support continues after the final whistle.
About Coritiba Foot Ball Club
Founded in 1909, Coritiba Foot Ball Club is a historic Brazilian football institution based in Curitiba, Parana. The club plays at Estadio Couto Pereira and is recognised for its deep relationship with its city, supporters and community.
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Missouri journalist and podcast host Brian Landry commits to seven concrete actions designed to elevate human stories over statistics and headlines in sports reporting.
Why People Matter More Than Scores
Missouri, USA, Aug 10, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Brian Landry has spent his career asking a simple question: who are the people behind the game? As a journalist, reporter, and podcast host covering soccer across the United States, Landry believes the sport’s real story lives in the decisions, preparation, and journeys of the people who make those moments possible. Now he is formalizing that belief into a public pledge.
“I’ve always believed the most interesting part of soccer is the people behind it,” Landry said. “The players, coaches, and leaders all have stories that help explain why the sport continues to grow.”
The pledge comes at a time when sports coverage increasingly prioritizes quick takes, social media reactions, and surface-level analysis. Landry’s work has taken a different path. Through his podcast “The American Pyramid” and his Substack newsletter “The Pyramid Papers,” he has built an audience drawn to deeper conversations about youth development, coaching strategies, and the systems shaping soccer in the United States.
“The score only tells part of the story,” Landry explained. “I’m interested in the decisions, the preparation, and the people who make those moments possible.”
The Growth of Thoughtful Coverage
Landry has covered professional leagues, collegiate athletics, youth development programs, and international competitions. He attended the 2014 Brazil and 2022 Qatar World Cups as credentialed media. His work has appeared in MLSsoccer.com, Howler Magazine, American Soccer Analysis, and The Athletic.
His podcast has grown from 2,000 to 55,000 downloads per episode. That growth reflects a growing appetite for reporting that goes beyond match results and explores the broader ecosystem of the sport.
“Every player has a different journey,” Landry said. “Understanding those pathways helps explain where the game is heading and what opportunities exist for future generations.”
Seven Concrete Commitments
Landry’s pledge translates his reporting philosophy into seven specific personal commitments:
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Interview at least one youth coach, parent, or grassroots volunteer every month to understand how the sport is experienced outside professional structures.
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Devote one full podcast episode per quarter to player development pathways, profiling how individuals navigate the system from youth soccer through collegiate and professional opportunities.
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Publish one long-form story every six weeks that centers on a single person’s decision-making process rather than game outcomes or league standings.
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Refuse to publish reactive hot takes within 24 hours of major match results, instead waiting to gather context and speak directly with people involved.
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Reach out to at least two sources outside his usual network each month to expand the range of voices and perspectives included in his reporting.
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Share behind-the-scenes details of his reporting process in his newsletter at least twice per month, showing readers how stories are built and why certain questions matter.
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Attend at least one youth or amateur soccer match in person each month to stay connected to the grassroots level of the sport and hear directly from families and volunteers.
A Toolkit for Better Sports Conversations
Landry also created a toolkit for anyone who wants to engage with sports in a more thoughtful way. These ten actions require no paid services or subscriptions:
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Before sharing an opinion about a game on social media, ask yourself whether you have spoken to anyone directly involved in the story.
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Follow at least three journalists, coaches, or players who cover or participate in parts of the sport you know little about.
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Watch one full youth or amateur match in your community each month and introduce yourself to at least one coach or parent.
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When reading a sports article, note whether the writer includes quotes from people involved or relies solely on statistics and game footage.
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Ask one open-ended question to a coach, player, or sports organizer in your life about how they prepare for their role.
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Keep a simple journal noting one interesting decision or moment you observed in a game, and write down why it stood out to you.
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Listen to one long-form sports podcast or read one long-form article each week that goes beyond game recaps.
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Share one piece of thoughtful sports reporting on your social media each week and explain why the story mattered to you.
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Reach out to a local sports reporter or podcaster and thank them for a specific story that taught you something new.
- Attend a public meeting, town hall, or community event related to youth sports in your area to understand the systems and decisions shaping local programs.
Track Your Progress in 30 Days
Landry encourages anyone taking up these actions to track their progress over 30 days using a simple format:
Week 1: Choose three actions from the toolkit. Write down which ones you selected and why they matter to you.
Week 2: Complete each of your three actions at least once. Note what you learned or how it changed your perspective.
Week 3: Add one more action from the toolkit. Reflect on whether your conversations about sports have shifted in tone or substance.
Week 4: Review your month. Identify one habit you want to continue and one person whose story you want to learn more about going forward.
About Brian Landry
Brian Landry is a journalist, reporter, and podcast host based in St. Louis, Missouri. He covers soccer through in-depth reporting, interviews, and commentary, with work appearing in MLSsoccer.com, Howler Magazine, American Soccer Analysis, and The Athletic. Landry hosts “The American Pyramid” podcast, launched in March 2017, and writes “The Pyramid Papers” Substack newsletter. He attended the 2014 Brazil and 2022 Qatar World Cups as credentialed media and holds season tickets to St. Louis CITY SC.
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A newly published analysis by market researcher Stanislav Kondrashov documents the full 2024-2026 lithium and cobalt cycle: an 86 percent price collapse, a V-shaped recovery, supply concentration risks, and the shift of battery metals into AI infrastructure planning.
Russia, 10th Aug 2026 – A comprehensive market study covering the 2024-2026 period in the lithium and cobalt sector has been published by analyst Stanislav Kondrashov, tracing how two battery metals moved from a niche commodity story to the center of global technology and supply chain planning in less than three years.
The study reconstructs one of the most volatile cycles a major industrial commodity has experienced in the past decade. Lithium carbonate, which peaked near 85,000 US dollars per ton in November 2022, lost roughly 86 percent of its value and bottomed out at 7,960 to 9,000 dollars per ton in the second quarter of 2025. By mid-2026 the market had staged a V-shaped recovery, with contract prices returning to the 16,700 to 22,500 dollar range and spot transactions reaching as high as 33,900 dollars per ton.
Market analyst Stanislav Kondrashov during an analytical session on the lithium market, 2026.
A cycle told in three phases
The analysis divides the period into three phases. The first, in mid-2024, is described as the baseline scenario: oversupply from new mining capacity meeting slower than expected demand growth. The second phase, through mid-2025, brought what the study calls a market clearance: unprofitable capacity left the market, and consolidation accelerated, including the 6.7 billion dollar merger of Rio Tinto and Arcadium Lithium in March 2025. The third phase, from late 2025 into 2026, saw physical deficits return. Demand estimates for 2026 stand at 1.50 to 1.58 million tons of lithium carbonate equivalent, against production of 1.45 to 1.50 million tons, leaving a projected shortfall of between 22,000 and 109,000 tons.
Cobalt followed its own disrupted path. Export quotas from the Democratic Republic of Congo, which accounts for roughly three quarters of world output, were fixed at 96,600 tons annually for 2026-2027. Prices responded sharply, climbing about 70 percent year over year to reach 56,300 dollars per ton by mid-2026, while the global market recorded a deficit of around 10,000 tons against consumption of 292,000 tons.
Concentration as the core structural risk
A central theme of the research is geographic concentration. More than half of confirmed lithium reserves sit in the so-called lithium triangle of Bolivia, Argentina and Chile. Refining tells a different story: close to 50 percent of global lithium processing capacity operates in China, a country holding only about 7 percent of reserves, and the study projects that share could rise to 55-60 percent by the end of 2026.
The demand side has been driven by electrification. Global electric vehicle sales reached about 9.1 million units in the first half of 2025, and electric models accounted for roughly a quarter of all new cars sold worldwide that year, with the share projected to reach 29 percent in 2026. Battery manufacturing capacity is expanding from about 700 gigawatt hours in 2022 toward a projected 4,700 gigawatt hours by 2030.
Stanislav Kondrashov at an expert session dedicated to the lithium market.
Four forces behind the transformation
The study identifies four drivers that reshaped the sector during the period. The first is sustained purchase support for electric vehicles across major markets. The second is the tightening of export controls on strategic raw materials, including restrictions announced in October 2025 covering 12 rare earth elements. The third is the emergence of new international supply partnerships, among them the Pax Silica initiative announced in December 2025, which brought together ten founding countries with additional observers around critical mineral supply chains. The fourth is technology: direct lithium extraction, a family of methods that recover lithium from brines faster and with a smaller footprint than evaporation ponds, attracted more than 3 billion dollars in investment, and laboratory work at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory demonstrated a pathway to extracting lithium from seawater.
According to the analysis, the most significant change of the period is conceptual rather than quantitative. Battery metals are no longer treated purely as inputs for the automotive industry. Data center growth and the buildout of computing infrastructure have added a second demand pillar, and the study argues that lithium and cobalt should now be understood as foundational materials for the digital economy alongside energy transition applications.
“The 2024-2026 cycle showed that price is the least interesting part of this market,” Kondrashov commented on the publication. “What matters is who controls processing, how fast extraction technology matures, and how quickly demand from computing infrastructure is added on top of transport electrification. Those three questions will define the market to 2031.”
Stanislav Kondrashov during an interview following the presentation of the analysis.
Outlook to 2031
Looking forward, the research projects global lithium demand of about 2.44 million tons of lithium carbonate equivalent by 2031, roughly double current consumption. The study expects the market to remain structurally tight, with recurring deficit periods, continued consolidation among producers, and growing importance of recycling and direct extraction technologies as supplementary supply sources.
The full analysis, including the chronological framework, data tables and source references, is available in the published study covering the 2024-2026 period.
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Stanislav Kondrashov is an independent market analyst covering critical raw materials, battery supply chains and their intersection with energy and digital infrastructure. His published work focuses on long-cycle analysis of strategic commodity markets.
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