Web3 Weekend Roundup: Chromie Squiggle, Runiverse, and Adidas

**Doodles has released an AI-powered tool** that converts user photos into Doodles-style illustrations, making the brand's distinctive art style accessible to anyone. **Key features and roadmap:** - Current functionality allows photo-to-Doodles transformation - Planned expansions include video processing, AR experiences, and gaming integrations - Founder Burnt Toast positions this as an initial step in broader creative tooling **Context:** This launch builds on Doodles' evolution from NFT collection to multimedia brand. Earlier in 2025, CEO Burnt Toast outlined plans for physical products, IRL spaces, and the DreamNet AI platform - of which this tool appears to be the first public manifestation. The move reflects a trend among NFT projects to expand beyond static collectibles into interactive creative tools and experiences. [View announcement](https://x.com/doodles/status/2033954053349146792)

**Animechain has officially launched on OpenSea**, marking a significant milestone for the platform. To celebrate, they're releasing **Azuki Gate #0** in collaboration with Azuki - a free commemorative digital IKZ card that marks the launch of **Azuki TCG: Gates Awakened**. This represents the first digital card in the Azuki Trading Card Game series. The Gate #0 IKZ card is available to mint at no cost on OpenSea for a limited time. Collectors can claim their card here: [OpenSea Collection](https://opensea.io/collection/gate-0/overview) *Act quickly as this is a limited-time offering.*

**GBOY token by @neukoai is now live for trading on Solana through OpenSea.** The launch follows the project's tagline: *create. connect. collect.* - Available on the Solana blockchain - Trading accessible via OpenSea marketplace - Created by @neukoai team This represents another NFT project expanding into tokenization, following a trend of collections launching associated tokens for their communities. **Key details:** - Platform: Solana - Marketplace: OpenSea - Token: $GBOY

OpenSea published an interview with **Jack Butcher**, the founder of Visualize Value and creator behind notable NFT projects **Checks** and **Opepen**. The conversation was recorded live from Marfa, Texas, continuing OpenSea's series of artist interviews. - Butcher is known for transforming complex concepts into visual art - His previous work includes the upcoming **Gas Wars** project on Art Blocks - The artist explores themes of survivorship bias and destruction in his work This marks another installment in OpenSea's ongoing coverage of prominent NFT creators and their artistic philosophies. [Read the full interview](https://opensea.io/blog/articles/live-from-marfa-in-conversation-with-jack-butcher)

**Jack Butcher's 'Self Checkout'** drew crowds at Art Basel with an interactive installation where visitors printed their own receipts. The piece explores how **ownership can unlock new creative possibilities** for both artists and collectors in the digital age. - Interactive format allowed direct audience participation - Focuses on ownership as creative catalyst - Bridges traditional art world with digital concepts The installation critiques algorithmic control while merging machine perception with blockchain-based memories, creating a unique commentary on modern art consumption.