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**STEPN's collaboration with Pantone** has been officially featured on Pantone's website, showcasing how color can inspire movement and connection. The partnership introduces: - **STEPN Green** and **STEPN GO Purple** as signature colors - A focus on using color to drive movement, connection, and joy - Recognition as a first-of-its-kind collaboration between color and fitness **Forbes previously covered** this unique partnership, highlighting how the move-to-earn app is now part of the official color conversation. The collaboration demonstrates how Web3 lifestyle apps can partner with traditional brands to create meaningful connections between digital fitness and real-world experiences. [Read the full story](https://www.pantone.com/articles/case-studies/stepn-pantone-partnership-colors)

STEPN and STEPN GO are hosting a **Mid-Autumn Festival celebration** with two quest options for users: **Quest Options:** - Write a lantern wish: Share a reflection about your STEPN journey + favorite sneaker pic - Go for a moonlit run: Post nighttime walk/run photo + run screenshot (Oct 6-9) **How to Participate:** - Join by **Oct 9, 11 AM UTC** - Use hashtag **#STEPNMoon** when posting **Prizes Available:** - **4 random winners** per activity: 500 GMT each - **2 random winners** per activity: One OG Mooncake Sneaker each The festival celebrates reunion and reflection while encouraging the community to stay active during the full moon season.

**STEPN Walking Day Winners Announced** STEPN has revealed the winners of their International Walking Day contest: **Winners:** - From STEPN: @teo_onchain and @BulbulYellow - From STEPN GO: @CryptoNeoZino and @aa_grom **Prizes:** - Each winner receives 200 GMT tokens - Winners will be contacted via direct message **Contest Background:** The contest celebrated International Walking Day by encouraging users to walk or run with STEPN apps and share screenshots using #STEPNWalkingDay. Four winners were randomly selected from participants. **Security Note:** STEPN warns winners to beware of scams when contacted about prizes.

**Exclusive 1/1 STEPN Genesis Sneakers** are now available through GG Boxes, offering players a rare opportunity to own unique digital collectibles. - Limited edition Genesis sneakers can only be obtained through GG Box openings - These are **one-of-a-kind items** with no duplicates in existence - Players need to open GG Boxes for a chance to acquire these exclusive sneakers The Genesis collection represents some of the rarest items in the STEPN ecosystem, making this a significant opportunity for collectors and active players alike.

The inaugural STEPN GO x Pantone Auction has successfully concluded its first batch. The auction featured exclusive Purple Genesis Sneakers, a color historically associated with royalty and now representing transformation in Web3. - All bidders received a special background in their STEPN GO app - The collection featured 5 exclusive STEPN GO x PANTONE Purple Genesis Sneakers - Next auction session scheduled for Monday *Purple was chosen to represent curiosity, boldness, and innovation in the Web3 space.* Visit [mooar.com](http://mooar.com) to participate in future auctions.