Snoop Dogg files fresh trademark applications for NFT and Metaverse

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Snoop Dogg, an American artist, has applied for new trademarks for numerous items in the non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and metaverse areas.

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On June 14, Snoop Dogg, whose actual name is Calvin Broadus, filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the trademarks UNCLE SNOOP and UNCLE SNOOP'S.

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Notably, if the application is approved, the musician will also be able to offer smoking articles, pre-rolled hemp cigarettes, energy drinks NFT tokens linking to digital or physical products.

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Snoop Dogg is one of the celebrities that has supported NFTs and the metaverse from their inception, partnering with many producers.

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For example, the rapper owns Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs and has worked on projects like as The Sandbox on Ethereum and Clay Nation on Cardano.

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Notably, in addition to standard streaming fees, musicians can receive revenue through NFTs.

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Blockchain technology allows artists to control their pricing, and earn royalties while connecting with their loyal fanbase.

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