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Ledger Unveils NFT-Focused Hardware Wallet as it Partners with POAP

The U.S. based cryptocurrency startup, Ledger has recently unveiled the first ever NFT-focused hardware wallet with a partnership with Paris Open Architecture Platform (POAP). The company is also offering their POA Network protocol for developers to build decentralized apps on top of their new product line up, which includes multiple other cold storage solutions and a software port from Ethereum’s smart contract platform called Mantis Bitcoin Wallet.

The “ledger poap” is a hardware wallet that is focused on NFTs. It has partnered with POAP to make it easier for users to store their digital assets.

The business stated that the “Genesis Edition” would be available for pre-order in a limited quantity of 10,000 units.

Ledger, a leading hardware wallet manufacturer, has released a limited edition of a new hardware wallet. According to the statement, just 10,000 Ledger Nano S Plus devices would be available for pre-order for $79. The company has also formed a worldwide relationship with the Proof of Attendance Protocol, or POAP, which is based on Ethereum.

The Nano S Plus Genesis Edition was recently revealed!

Do you want to learn more about our newest device’s limited edition version?

At 6:45pm CET/12:45pm EST, join @iancr for a live session where he’ll answer all of your burning questions! https://t.co/5obyPi12i3

March 8, 2022 — Ledger (@Ledger)

POAPs, also known as digital memories of NFTs, provide evidence of participation and attendance at important periods to other users. In January, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said that NFTs needed to be soul-bound in order to provide proof of success. POAP CEO Lucas Verra commented on the situation, saying: 

“For anybody establishing a lifetime collection, securing and safeguarding your digital memories, like as the POAP you may gather with your Ledger Nano S Plus, is crucial.”

A card valid for a Genesis POAP NFT will be included in each box.

The Genesis edition of the Ledger Nano S Plus will feature a unique engraving. A card valid for a Genesis POAP NFT will be included in each box., allowing users to keep proof of this exclusive hardware wallet in their digital wallets. 

As a result, POAP will develop limited-edition NFTs for future Ledger events. Ian Rogers, Head of Experience at Ledger, commented on the new development:

“This cooperation with POAP and the introduction of the Ledger Nano S Plus Genesis Edition reflects the awareness that digital assets will only grow in importance as a tool for life experiences, and we aim to bring millions of them to life.”

The Ledger Nano S Plus will support a variety of digital assets, including over 5,500 coins and tokens, as well as NFTs.

Ukraine has received a total of more than $88 million in bitcoin contributions.

Meanwhile, the NFT collection of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) revealed on Tuesday that it has given $1 million to Ukraine’s official Ethereum wallet address. Following the community members’ donations, a total of 388.999 ETH worth over $1 million was delivered, according to information provided on the NFT collection’s Twitter account and an Etherscan transaction link.

It’s been heartwarming to see our community join together in support of Ukraine — wallets holding a BAYC ecosystem NFT have contributed almost $1 million in ETH to @Ukraine. We’re going to match it with a $1 million ETH gift of our own today. 🦍♥️🇺🇦

— March 8, 2022, Bored Ape Yacht Club (@BoredApeYC)

After the BAYC gift to Ukraine, a slew of additional Web3 communities—from DAOs to meme currency holders to NFT collections—announced programs and actions aimed at helping Ukraine.

To date, Ukraine has received a total of more than $88 million in bitcoin contributions., according to data collated by Merkle Science, and the government currently has about $7 million in Ethereum in its wallet.

“The xdc ledger” is a hardware wallet that is focused on the use of non-fungible tokens. It was released by Ledger, which partnered with POAP to create this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I buy NFT with Ledger?

A: It is possible to store NFT on the Ledger Nano S wallet, but it is not currently supported.

What wallets is Ledger compatible with?

A: Ledger is compatible with a variety of different wallets. That being said, the only wallet that specifically works with Beat Saber PSVR is UquidPay

What is POAP NFT?

A: This term is not one I am familiar with.

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