{"id":20148,"date":"2023-07-21T18:24:05","date_gmt":"2023-07-21T18:24:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nftandcrypto-news.com\/nft\/heres-how-web3-is-reacting-to-openseas-new-deals-feature\/"},"modified":"2023-07-21T18:24:07","modified_gmt":"2023-07-21T18:24:07","slug":"heres-how-web3-is-reacting-to-openseas-new-deals-feature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nftandcrypto-news.com\/nft\/heres-how-web3-is-reacting-to-openseas-new-deals-feature\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s How Web3 is Reacting to OpenSea’s New ‘Deals’ Feature"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When OpenSea hinted at an impending announcement<\/a> last week, many in the community speculated that they would launch a token or airdrop<\/a>. Instead, they surprised users with a new feature called Deals<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The feature lets users exchange an NFT or a combination of NFTs from their collection for another user\u2019s NFT or a collection of theirs directly on the platform. Additionally, users can add Wrapped Ether (WETH) on top of the offers.\u00a0<\/p>\n

With this move, OpenSea\u2019s team is creating a more direct peer-to-peer trading experience. Users can view, offer, and accept trades directly on OS, eliminating the need to venture onto potentially scam-ridden websites or to negotiate trades through direct messages, a practice that has led to many to have been swindled in the past. <\/p>\n

Right on time or too late?<\/h2>\n

OpenSea\u2019s announcement has been met with approval by many in the Web3 community, as it adds a layer of ease, flexibility, and security to NFT trading on their platform. <\/p>\n

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So thrilled to see this launch \u2014 Seaport was designed from the very start with this use-case in mind<\/p>\n

Looking for more onchain NFTs to add to the collection if anybody has their eye on one of mine and wants to make deals! https:\/\/t.co\/ce2pG2ep12<\/p>\n

\u2014 0age (@z0age) July 20, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

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Opensea deals is a great step in the right direction to tackling scammers.<\/p>\n

I love to see it, easier trades all round when exchanging nfts, and more protection. \ud83d\udc8e<\/p>\n

Lfg \ud83d\udc9a\ud83d\udc8e pic.twitter.com\/FzyWc5Ge9T<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Leiane.eth \uea00 \/ l l \u262e\ufe0f (@leiane1) July 20, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

However, some have responded that this update came \u201ctoo late,\u201d as users have wanted a feature like this for a long time. Others noted that they wish OpenSea had created a token, as was initially speculated. Despite this criticism, most users still acknowledge the importance and benefits of Deals. <\/p>\n

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This feature is crucial for the development of the NFT ecosystem, but it came a little bit late when we compare it to the development of other marketplaces on other blockchains..<\/p>\n

\u2014 Mitch (@Miguelrond_) July 21, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

While the timing of this update can be debated, one thing is certain: a more secure and trustworthy trading ecosystem is an indisputable win for all parties involved. This move not only bolsters the confidence of current users but may also attract a new audience looking for a safer, more reliable trading experience.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n