Benzinga - Popular cryptocurrency tracking firm CoinMarketCap is diving into the realm of reality TV with the launch of a new contest show called "Killer Whales."
In partnership with Web3 entertainment company Hello Labs, the series takes cues from the popular show "Shark Tank" and aims to spread the entrepreneurial spirit of the Web3 world to a wider audience, the company said in a statement.
Spotlight on Web3 Ventures and NFTs "Killer Whales" offers a platform for entrepreneurs to present their innovative Web3 ventures, including non-fungible token (NFT) ideas, to a panel of experts.
The judges, comprised of entrepreneurs, influencers, and Web3 company founders, will evaluate the pitched projects and provide valuable feedback.
The show's primary goal is to entertain and inform viewers about cryptocurrency and NFT subjects.
CoinMarketCap's Chief Marketing Officer, Jonathan Isaac, stated in a press release that "Killer Whales" is an engaging and exciting means of sharing the Web3 sector's entrepreneurial spirit with people around the globe.
Starting May 2, hopeful entrepreneurs can submit their project proposals via Hello.one and CoinMarketCap.
A thorough selection process will follow, consisting of multiple interview rounds in Hollywood, California. As the chosen contestants showcase their projects, viewers will witness the growth and innovation potential within the Web3 space.
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"Killer Whales" production is scheduled to begin in June, with plans to release the series on leading streaming platforms and Hello Labs' on-demand service, Hello TV.
The show aims to reach millions of viewers, demonstrating the transformative power of Web3 technology and promoting its widespread adoption.
Sander Gortjes, CEO of Hello Labs, said in a statement that their objective is to "open the door to the next billion users into Web3 by entertaining and educating them on all things crypto."
By highlighting NFT projects and other blockchain-based innovations, "Killer Whales" seeks to underscore the versatile uses of this technology and cultivate a growing interest in cryptocurrency and Web3 among the public.
By providing a platform for entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to influential judges and viewers, the show aims to inspire a new generation of blockchain trailblazers, ultimately paving the way for broader acceptance of Web3 technology.
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