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LEADING HONG KONG FITNESS AND GYM BRAND BECOMES LATEST ENTRANT INTO THE FITNESS METAVERSE BRINGING INNOVATIVE GROUP CLASSES TO THE SANDBOX
OliveX Fitness Metaverse welcomes the latest entrant to the upcoming and innovative digital fitness world as Hong Kong-based gym and fitness brand, GO24 Fitness, continues its impressive growth by becoming the first gym brand represented in the fitness metaverse outside of Europe.
The game-changing deal with OliveX Fitness Metaverse will see GO24’s innovative fitness offering replicated in the metaverse, allowing users within The Sandbox to experience exceptional fitness experiences digitally, including its popular “BURN24” total body, high-intensity workout and other group classes.
GO24 Fitness has been disrupting the Hong Kong fitness facility model since its inception in 2018, with their unique model that blends high-end fitness experiences and service, in convenient neighbourhood locations at an affordable price. With 24/7 opening times and multiple locations, GO24 ensures that fitness is accessible to individuals of all abilities and lifestyles.
GO24 Fitness Co-Founder, Martin Barr, said of the new partnership: “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to take GO24 to the masses and encourage more people to become more active. We have been growing year-on-year since we opened in 2018 and we now provide a leading service for our customers in Hong Kong.” Trudy Chan, fellow GO24 Fitness Co-Founder adds: “Our values focus on quality, accessibility and innovation which is why we’re looking forward to making fitness and health even more accessible by replicating our unique offering in the Fitness Metaverse.”
Andy Hall, Chief Operating Officer at OliveX, welcomed the introduction of GO24 to the metaverse, saying: “We have been really impressed with the work that GO24 have been doing to make local communities more active and become healthier. Martin and Trudy have created a recognisable brand with a great purpose and their vision and forward thinking aligns well with the work that we are doing at OliveX.
“We are working with their team over in Hong Kong to help make this partnership a reality and bring a to scale, immersive replica of one of their gyms to the Fitness Metaverse later this year. We are delighted to welcome them to join our community of impressive partners to continue driving the web3.0 momentum.”
The agreement with GO24 for OliveX comes after the metaverse experts have already signed five brands – boutique fitness studio brand TRIB3, German fitness apparel brand Gym Aesthetics, UK playground innovators PlayInnovation, metaverse entertainment company TRAX, and dancing fitness company Salsation – to bring trademarked products into the metaverse in the form of digital experiences and NFTs via the Sandbox marketplace.
Andy adds: “We’re now building an impressive and engaged community of partners at OliveX to make our Fitness Metaverse portfolio attractive to users. Not only are we providing a revenue stream for our partners and ensuring they get a ROI, but motivating more people across the world to get more active and instil healthier habits in their lives. Whether it’s jumping in a GO24 or TRIB3 gym, visiting a concert by TRAX, grabbing an NFT Gym Aesthetics warm up top, learning the salsa with Salsation, or playing a target game with PlayInnovation, we are constructing an immersive, fun and inclusive community that will appeal to users of all ages, abilities and interests. We can’t wait to see it all come together in The Sandbox soon.”
OliveX and GO24 will work together over the coming months to launch a version of the brand’s gyms in the metaverse, complete with avatars representative of their community and access to their forward-thinking group classes, helping to encourage physical activity and drive revenue to the business.
OliveX and GO24 Fitness will be working together to launch into the Fitness Metaverse in the summer of 2022.
In an era defined by rapid innovation and regulatory shifts, today’s blockchain briefing spotlights five pivotal developments: enterprise-grade data integration, municipal crypto pilots, state-level policy hearings, AI-powered token growth, and secure communications on a public ledger. Across these stories, three key trends emerge:
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Enterprise Adoption & Data Integration
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Government Experimentation & Oversight
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AI & Security Innovations in Crypto
Below, we dissect each story’s essence, unpack its broader implications, and offer opinion-driven insight for Web3 stakeholders.
1. Space and Time Joins Forces with Microsoft Fabric
Source: Chainwire / The Defiant
On May 20, 2025, Space and Time Labs (SXT)—a zero-knowledge data platform backed by Microsoft’s M12 Ventures—announced integration of its multichain index (Bitcoin, Sui, Ethereum) into Microsoft Fabric’s OneLake environment. This partnership delivers real-time, verifiable blockchain data directly within Azure, enabling developers and enterprises to build data-driven Web3 and AI applications without custom pipelines.
Opinion: Embedding verifiable on-chain data into mainstream analytics tools marks a watershed moment. As traditional enterprises crave decentralized insights, Fabric’s native access to SXT’s ZK-proven data could accelerate blockchain analytics, foster hybrid cloud-Web3 solutions, and reduce vendor lock-in. Expect more legacy tech giants to pursue similar alliances.
2. New York City Eyes Crypto for Taxes & Records
Source: DL News
Mayor Eric Adams revealed plans to form a Digital Assets Advisory Council to explore crypto-based payments for municipal services, including taxes, birth/death certificates, and land records. While specifics remain under wraps, Adams highlighted zero-knowledge proofs as a privacy-preserving tool for public documentation on distributed ledgers.
Opinion: New York’s initiative signals growing municipal appetite for blockchain beyond investments. By potentially accepting tax payments in crypto and securing vital records on-chain, NYC could pioneer use cases that blend transparency with privacy. However, pilot programs must rigorously address volatility, regulatory compliance, and digital inclusion to avoid disenfranchising underserved communities.
3. Wyoming Committee Explores Blockchain, AI & Right-to-Repair
Source: Wyoming Public Media
During its first interim meeting (May 14–15, Jackson Hole), Wyoming’s Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation reviewed the state’s proposed Wyoming Stable Token—tethered 1:1 to USD—and examined AI governance and right-to-repair legislation. The Stable Token Commission anticipates a July 4 alpha launch, while lawmakers debated CBDC distinctions, tokenized real-world assets, and consumer repair rights.
Opinion: Wyoming continues to cement its reputation as a blockchain haven. Explicit carve-outs distinguishing stablecoins from CBDCs, coupled with regulatory sandboxes for AI and repair laws, underscore a holistic approach to innovation. Other states should monitor Wyoming’s alpha testing outcomes to inform balanced policy frameworks that nurture Web3 while safeguarding consumer interests.
4. AI Tokens Surge in Crypto’s New Tango
Source: The Economic Times
Himanshi Lohchab reports that AI-centric utility tokens—built to autonomously execute services like compute renting (Render), predictive analytics (SingularityNET), and data marketplaces (Ocean Protocol)—have seen market caps soar from $2.7 billion to nearly $30 billion within a year. Key players include Near Protocol’s AI modules, ICP, The Graph, and emerging AI agents that generate revenue per usage. Institutional interest from Grayscale, BlackRock, and Fidelity further validates the trend.
Opinion: The AI-blockchain convergence is no fleeting fad. AI tokens promise programmable revenue streams and decentralized toolchains, but they also introduce autonomous risk vectors—buggy smart contracts, accountability gaps, and regulatory ambiguity. Security audits, standardized interoperability protocols, and clear legal frameworks will be crucial to sustain investor confidence.
5. BSV Association Selects Binarii Labs for Secure Communications
Source: CoinGeek (via PRNewswire)
The BSV Association has designated Binarii Labs to implement BinariiDSM, an encrypted file exchange and messaging suite that logs proofs of record on the BSV blockchain. This integration ensures immutable audit trails, data resilience, and end-to-end confidentiality for enterprises seeking verifiable trust without centralized intermediaries.
Opinion: As data privacy regulations tighten globally, blockchain-anchored communication platforms like BinariiDSM offer a compelling alternative to legacy VPNs and secure email. By immutably recording metadata on-chain, organizations can demonstrate compliance, simplify audits, and deter insider threats. Look for BSV’s secure-messaging model to inspire similar offerings on other smart-contract platforms.
Conclusion: Navigating a Dynamic Blockchain Frontier
Today’s stories reaffirm that blockchain is no longer an experimental niche—it’s permeating analytics, public services, legislative agendas, tokenomics, and secure communications. To thrive:
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Forge Strategic Alliances: Enterprises should partner with ZK and data-fabric innovators to embed blockchain insights into their analytics stacks.
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Pilot Pragmatically: Municipalities must balance visionary crypto use cases with compliance, volatility management, and equitable access.
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Craft Balanced Policy: States can emulate Wyoming’s sandbox approach—distinguishing stablecoins from CBDCs, while addressing AI and repair rights.
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Secure the Autonomous Agent Era: As AI tokens multiply, enforce rigorous security audits and interoperability standards.
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Leverage On-Chain Trust: Consider blockchain-anchored communications for immutable audit trails and enhanced data resilience.
By embracing these actions, organizations and policymakers can harness blockchain’s transformative power while mitigating emerging risks.
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