Web3 is a platform for the next generation of the internet. The merging of technological advancements over many years is taking the internet into a neutral, inclusive and decentralized space that’s based on ownership, participation and community – away from one where our data and lives are controlled by big tech companies and platforms. Though the shift in the axis of technology is not visible on a day to day basis, it is slowly and subtly enhancing your ability to use the internet with enriched rewards and fascinating experiences wherever you might be in the world. Web3 will allow you to approach Islamabad United and its team players from close quarters like never before as you get to share ownership of the franchise by collecting its iconic items and interact with all facets of the brand that is Islamabad United, through new and immersive experiences in the metaverse.

Digital collectibles, also known as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), are digital certificates that identify the owner of a virtual item, as well as providing a history log of all of its past owners. Every NFT is made up of data recorded and stored on the blockchain, and because each one is completely different from the next, it cannot be exchanged for another. Imagine you’ve bought a ticket for an Islamabad United match like thousands of other fans, but your ticket has your name and a unique barcode on it, there you go, that’s a non-fungible item. NFTs are the same, except they are bought, sold and traded in the digital realm.

Wearable NFTs are pieces of virtual clothing or digital accessories like dresses, shirts, jeans, sunglasses or bags that you can use to dress-up your avatar in a virtual world like the metaverse. These digital-only designs are made possible through the use of blockchain technology and smart contracts, which help prove the uniqueness, authenticity and ownership of each garment or accessory. Characters from video games gave genesis to the idea of wearables as it’s easily possible to provide avatars in alternate universes like the metaverse, with digital versions of real-life outfits and accessories. Many well-known clothes, shoes and sports brands have launched their products into the metaverse for visitors to buy. All you need is a digital wallet. (explained ahead)

A digital wallet is an app or online service used to make payments electronically or to store electronic tickets, documents etc. It is your gateway to the blockchain, which means that it’s a safe space for your unique collection of Islamabad United digital assets. More on this later, but for now, you need to know that visitors of Decentraland often connect with the following wallets to make payments for digital collectibles like wearables and other NFTs: MetaMask, Formatic, WalletConnect, Coinbase wallet, Keep visiting this space to load your knowledge about everything you need to know about the endless possibilities in the metaverse environment! Detailed announcements about the digital collectibles coming soon!

The Metaverse is a leading and dynamic new virtual world that is emerging as the next big computing platform; a kind of next generation 3D internet in which people will appear in their twin digital avatars to socialize, learn, play and even work in alternate digital realities. In the metaverse, ideas such as world building, digital art and fashion, shopping and the collection of digital assets such as NFTs, skins, accessories, and other collectibles for avatars can either be earned by participating in games and challenges or bought through digital wallets.

NFT Player Cards are unique and therefore highly valuable digital collectibles of images of your favorite players. They can be bought by you to become a part of an exclusive league of card holders. You need them because each card tier unlocks continuing perks and incentives, giveaways and opportunities to interact with the players whose cards you own, both in your digital and/ or real lives. The higher the card category, the better the privileges and rewards you may receive.

Blockchain technology is an advanced database mechanism that allows transparent information sharing within a business network. A blockchain database stores data in blocks that are linked together in a chain. It has the ability to create and manage digital assets such as virtual tickets or merchandise in a secure and transparent way, helping reduce fraud and increasing trust between fans and teams in the sports metaverse environment. The blockchain can also be used to create and manage fan tokens which offers you a way to directly support your team, Islamabad United, and access exclusive experiences and rewards.