# MadeByApes Integration

MadeByApes (MBA) is a transformative initiative by Yuga Labs that empowers holders of BAYC, MAYC, and BAKC NFTs to create, license, and amplify their projects using their IP for personal and commercial ventures.

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> "*def agree that we need to lean into made by apes. Hundreds of businesses started by apes with no incentives. Want to figure out how to make it more crypto native / transform it into a protocol for other builders to plug into and build on top of.*" - Garga

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### What is MadeByApes?

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>👕 Apparel</td><td>Design and sell clothing featuring your NFT art</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>🍽️ Food &#x26; Beverage</td><td>Launch cafes, restaurants, or products</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>🎮 Gaming</td><td>Create standalone gaming projects</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>🎨 Entertainment</td><td>Use NFTs in storytelling, music, or events</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

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### **Licensing Guide**

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### Step 1: NFT Verification

Verify ownership of your NFT
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### Step 2: License Application

Submit your project details for licensing
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### Step 3: Project Review

Await approval from the licensing team
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### Step 4: Begin Building

Start creating with your licensed IP
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### Tools & Resources

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>📚 Guides &#x26; Playbooks</td><td>Step-by-step instructions for licensing and creating</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>🤝 Networking</td><td>Connect with collaborators, investors, and mentors</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>🎯 Project Showcase</td><td>Display MBA-licensed projects on your profile</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>📊 Project Tracking</td><td>Monitor your project's progress and impact</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

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> *"Made By Apes" isn't just a tagline—it's our foundation. We celebrate and support holder-created initiatives.*

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💡 MadeByApes integration ensures that APEChainRegistry becomes a builder's hub, empowering holders to turn their ideas into impactful businesses and projects.
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