BlockApps’ Web3 marketplace pioneers access to real-world assets

In today’s digital landscape, the rise of blockchain technology is adapting the way in which we perceive ownership, trading, and access to assets. BlockApps’ cutting-edge Web3 marketplace, STRATO Mercata, is a prime example.

STRATO Mercata is on a mission to accomplish two across-the-board goals: to democratize broader entry into real-world assets and bolster market efficiency. To achieve such objectives, it offers a curated selection of assets in numerous categories, including carbon offsets, nickel, and physical collectibles like art and sneakers through digital counterparts.

Bolstering Access to Carbon Offsets

One notable feature of the marketplace includes its carbon offset program, spotlighting democratization for environmental responsibility in action. Typically, carbon offsets are purchased and sold by large corporations. However, STRATO Mercata broadens such opportunities to smaller businesses and individuals alike.

Moreover, the marketplace’s users are given the unique opportunity to partake in a variety of project sources they are most passionate about to address environmental concerns through carbon credits, including – but not limited to – hydro, wind, solar, biomass energy, regenerative agriculture, and chemical.

By combining the transformative nature of blockchain technology and environmental sustainability, this approach introduces an innovative method to engage individuals in impactful and meaningful ecological efforts.

Unlocking New Avenues for Nickel Investments

Additionally, STRATO Mercata enables the opportunity to access nickel inclusively. Typically, this metal is only purchasable in large quantities and, thus, requires hefty investments. Not anymore. By fractionalizing quantities of nickel, STRATO Mercata opens a novel path for alternative investments, giving everyday investors the opportunity to diversify their holdings.
Nickel’s investment potential is not to be overlooked. Here are numerous factors that make STRATO Mercata’s nickel initiative a compelling choice for investors:

• Robust performance: Over the past six years, nickel surpassed the S&P 500 with a yearly average increase of 10.3% compared to the S&P 500’s 8.9%.
• Limited correlation: Nickel’s self-sufficiency from the broader stock market protects portfolios during bear markets and other troublesome times. 
• Increasing demand: The growing demand for batteries – driven by energy storage solutions and electric vehicles – positions nickel for sustained expansion.
• Price volatility: Nickel prices often experience rapid spikes owing to global conflicts, offering fast returns as a consequence.
• Limited investment avenues: There are currently scarce financial instruments in place for smaller investors to speculate on nickel. STRATO Mercata bridges this gap, making it widely accessible to everyone.

Further putting the advantages of nickel into perspective, it’s worth noting that the transition metal declined by just 9% during COVID-19, while S&P experienced substantial losses.

Additionally, in terms of growing demand, nickel notably powers lithium-based batteries for big brands like Panasonic, Tesla and LG Chem, underscoring nickel’s significance as a highly sought-after, economically coveted material.

In 2022, this valuable material also soared from $19,600 – $100,000 per ton within just three months following supply speculation and disruptions.

Collectibles with Provenance and Transparency 

On top of offering carbon offsets and nickel, STRATO Mercata extends its advantages into the collectible landscape, offering tangible and virtual assets, including art and sneakers. Within the marketplace, each physical collectible has an NFT counterpart, ensuring a tamper-proof, permanent record of ownership.

Furthermore, STRATO Mercata offers users the option to purchase these collectibles and store them in the owner’s stead, eliminating the need for real-world shipping between creators and collectors. Not only does this simplify ownership, but it bolsters the overall collecting experience.