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STEPN ioffers a blockchain-based fitness app. It works by letting users buy NFTs that last for a certain amount of time.

NEAR Inc. is a company that develops the NEAR Protocol, a scalable blockchain platform designed for creating decentralized applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, NEAR Protocol supports the development of open-source software and aims to facilitate mainstream adoption of decentralized technologies. The platform offers various services, including documentation, a wallet, a development studio, and an explorer, all built to enhance user experience and development efficiency. It is engineered to handle high-value assets securely while providing the necessary scalability for a wide range of decentralized applications. NEAR's focus on ease of use for both developers and end users distinguishes it in the evolving landscape of blockchain technology.

Nifty Island is an open social gaming platform being developed by Nyft Studios, serving as the flagship title within the Nyftverse, a collection of interoperable games and an NFT marketplace. The platform aims to create a virtual world where users can engage in gaming, showcase and trade their non-fungible token collections, and earn cryptocurrency through gameplay and content contributions. By leveraging blockchain technology, Nifty Island seeks to establish a player-owned metaverse that empowers users to control their content while fostering community interaction and participation. This innovative approach is designed to make the metaverse a reality by integrating play-to-earn mechanisms and providing essential tools and infrastructure for game developers.