The Story So Far

When we launched Hamza.market, we had a mission: what if you could actually OWN your e-commerce presence? What if your account, your reputation, your business couldn’t just vanish because some platform decided to ban you?

We’ve all seen it happen. You build your business on a platform. You grow your reputation. Then one day—poof—account suspended. Appeal denied. Years of work, gone.

That’s not just frustrating. It’s fundamentally broken.

We set out to build something different: a marketplace where you own your account, control your data, and can’t be arbitrarily kicked off. No mysterious bans. No algorithm changes that kill your business overnight. No middlemen taking massive cuts AND holding all the power.

Turns out, that vision resonates more powerfully than ever.

Here’s what we learned: building true ownership isn’t just about decentralization—it’s about making it work seamlessly for real people. Sometimes you need to reboot to get it right.

So that’s exactly what we’re doing.

Why This Matters More Than Ever

The traditional marketplace model is breaking down in real-time:

• Arbitrary bans wiping out businesses overnight
• Platform risk meaning you never truly own your presence
• Rising fees with zero transparency
• Data exploitation where you’re the product, not the customer
• Algorithmic changes that destroy livelihoods without warning

Meanwhile, Web3 infrastructure has evolved from “experimental” to “proven and ready.”

The solution exists. We’re building DECOM right.

We’ve spent months engaging with sellers burned by platform bans, buyers frustrated by opaque practices, and builders who know there’s a better way. The insights have been transformative and the market demand is crystal clear.

What’s Coming: The Ownership Revolution

This isn’t just another marketplace. It’s infrastructure for actual ownership:

For Sellers:

• Your account = truly yours. No random bans. No sleepless nights over platform risk.
• Your reputation travels with you. Build it once, own it forever.
• Low, transparent fees with seller perks. We’re not eliminating fees—we’re making them fair and empowering sellers with benefits that actually matter.
• You control your data. Not us. Not advertisers. You.

For Buyers:

• No sketchy data practices. Your purchase history isn’t a product to be sold.
• Transparent transactions. See exactly where your money goes.
• True account ownership. Your identity and history belong to you.
• Protection from platform whims. The rules don’t change overnight.

For DECOM Believers:

Proof that decentralized e-commerce isn’t just idealistic—it’s the only sustainable model that actually protects users and enables genuine growth.

For Investors:

A battle-tested team addressing the $6 trillion e-commerce market’s biggest pain point: platform risk. With less than 0.1% currently decentralized, this gap represents millions who are ready for alternatives. We have the insights, the technology, and a clear path to capturing significant market share in an exploding sector.

The Opportunity Is Massive

Global E-commerce: $6+ Trillion
Decentralized Market Share: <0.1%

This isn’t a crowded space—it’s a wide-open opportunity. The demand is proven. The technology is mature. What’s needed is execution that bridges innovation with real-world usability.

That’s our advantage. That’s what we’re building.

You’re Part of This Revolution

To everyone who’s been with us—especially those who’ve experienced platform bans, arbitrary suspensions, or powerlessness on traditional marketplaces: we see you. We’ve been there. That’s WHY we’re building this.

You’re not just users. You’re co-creating a new model where users actually have power.

To investors and partners: We’re solving a massive, painful problem affecting millions of sellers and buyers globally. The market validation is clear. The technology is ready. The team is experienced and committed. If you’re interested in building the infrastructure for the future of commerce, let’s have a conversation.

What You Need to Know

The current marketplace is closed. Outstanding transaction issues? Contact us immediately. (Legal note: Hamza.market isn’t liable for incomplete transactions from the closed marketplace.)

Your Data Belongs to You: We retain only what’s legally required. Want deletion? Email us with “Data Request”—processed within 30 days (within legal limits).

Questions? Partnership opportunities? Investment discussions?
→ [email protected]

This Is Just the Beginning

The strongest companies iterate, learn, and come back better. We’re taking everything we’ve learned—wins, challenges, and powerful community feedback—and building something that delivers on the promise of true ownership.

Get ready. A new Hamza rises soon—We’re building the infrastructure it deserves.

—The Hamza Team

Legal Notice: Closure conducted per our Terms of Service. This announcement does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. Hamza.market is not liable for damages, losses, or claims arising from the platform closure.

December 2025

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Gift Card Promotion

The 10.10 promotion kicked off with Ready Cash Card and three other participating sellers. While most discount codes worked smoothly, the Perfect10 code encountered technical issues. At least three interested buyers were affected, so an extension of the promotion is being considered to accommodate them.

Seller Onboarding

Invitro Library was successfully onboarded through the admin panel with light guidance. The next step is assisting him with product setup and store activation.
The primary challenge remains time availability—many sellers express interest but struggle to provide setup details promptly. Once committed, however, the onboarding flow proves straightforward and manageable.

Social Media & Video Content

A new “Notitiosa Discountiosa” video, inspired by whimsical Harry Potter energy, was released to promote the 10.10 campaign. Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YqIriCXVkrA

Buyer and Seller Growth

The 10.10 push included a seller spotlight blog, two campaign emails (one featuring all discount codes from participating sellers), and social media amplification. Coordination with sellers continued to ensure store readiness for current and upcoming events.
Looking ahead, preparations are beginning for 11.11, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday, with a focus on optimizing performance for these globally recognized shopping dates. The seller media kit remains in development, and onboarding processes for “White Glove” sellers are being expanded to additional platforms.

Strategic Partnership Prep

Progress continued modestly with slide refinements and coordination between internal stakeholders. Time constraints have slowed momentum, and scheduling the next meeting is still pending confirmation.

Conclusion

Despite a few technical hiccups and scheduling delays, the team delivered solid promotional execution and content output. With 10.10 wrapping up and preparations underway for the major Q4 shopping events, Hamza remains on track for strong seasonal engagement and partnership development.

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For over 3,000 years, people have turned to the I Ching—the ancient Chinese “Book of Changes”—when facing life’s crossroads. Should you take that job? Is it time to let go of something holding you back? What patterns are shaping your current situation?

Now, this millennia-old practice meets the decentralized web with The I Ching Protocol, newly available on Hamza.

What Is the I Ching?

The I Ching isn’t fortune-telling in the traditional sense. It’s a sophisticated system of 64 hexagrams—symbolic patterns that reflect the constant flow of change in our lives. Each hexagram offers a framework for understanding your situation, revealing underlying dynamics you might not see on your surface.

Think of it as a mirror for self-reflection rather than a crystal ball. The I Ching doesn’t predict your future—it illuminates the present moment, helping you see your circumstances with fresh clarity.

Why Web3? Privacy Meets Ancient Practice

Here’s where it gets interesting.

Traditional online divination services collect your data, track your questions, and store your most personal inquiries on centralized servers. The I Ching Protocol flips this script entirely.

True peer-to-peer consultations. Your reading connects you directly with a human interpreter—no middleman, no data harvesting, no digital trail.

Complete anonymity. Your questions, your concerns, your vulnerabilities remain yours alone. No personal information is shared or stored.

Decentralized by design. This isn’t a corporation reading your future. It’s an individual practitioner offering their expertise in a private, secure space that respects your digital sovereignty.

In an age where every click is tracked and every search is monetized, The I Ching Protocol offers something radical: ancient wisdom with modern privacy.

How Does It Work?

The process is beautifully simple:

1. Ask your question. Frame what’s on your mind—relationships, career moves, personal growth, difficult decisions.
2. Receive your hexagram. Through traditional methods adapted for the digital realm, your unique hexagram is generated.
3. Get human interpretation. A knowledgeable practitioner analyzes your hexagram’s meaning within your specific context, offering insights that algorithms simply can’t provide.
4. Reflect and integrate. Take the wisdom back into your life. The I Ching doesn’t tell you what to do—it helps you see what you already know.

Why Now?

We live in an era of information overload. AI gives us instant answers. Search engines serve up millions of results. Yet somehow, we’re more confused than ever about our own paths.

The I Ching offers something different: contemplative clarity. It slows you down. It asks you to sit with uncertainty. It reveals patterns rather than prescribing solutions.

And in 2025, you can access this practice without sacrificing your privacy or autonomy through Hamza’s decentralized marketplace.

Special Launch Offer

To celebrate bringing The I Ching Protocol to Hamza, consultations are available at 75% off with code 41DECREASE.

Just $5 (originally $20) for your personalized reading.

The code itself is meaningful—inspired by Hexagram 41 (損 Sǔn), which teaches the power of purposeful decrease and the clarity that comes from simplifying. Sometimes less truly is more.

Who Is This For?

• Decision-makers at crossroads, seeking perspective beyond pros-and-cons lists
• Spiritual seekers exploring wisdom traditions with modern tools
• Privacy advocates who want meaningful services without surveillance
• The curious wondering what ancient practices might reveal about contemporary life
• Anyone feeling stuck, uncertain, or ready for a new lens on their situation
  

Meet the Practitioner

The I Ching Protocol is offered by Dai Ling Na, a dedicated interpreter bringing years of study and practice to the Web3 space. Visit their store on Hamza to learn more about their approach and philosophy. Leave them a message for your inquiries.

Ready to Explore?

Your questions matter. Your privacy matters. Your journey is uniquely yours.

Claim Your I Ching Consultation on Hamza →

Use code 41DECREASE at checkout for 75% off.

The I Ching Protocol: Where ancient wisdom meets Web3 privacy. Now available exclusively on Hamza.market.

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Gift Card Promotion

The cause of the digital goods email bug was identified and is currently being fixed. Time constraints slowed down progress slightly, but the fix is expected to be completed next week.

Seller Onboarding

No new updates were reported this week. The team plans to revise the seller landing page to give clearer details about the seller experience and improve communication for new partners.

Social Media & Video Content

Two new promotional videos for the I Ching store were produced and published:

• https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0aSUJEN8ftI
• https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rOwOWuiEvis
  These continue the momentum of growing Hamza’s social and visual presence.
  

Buyer and Seller Growth

Preparations for the 10.10 campaign are underway, including finalized promo content and a draft for the I Ching store. The 10.10 teaser has already been released, with campaign parameters now being aligned with the tech and creative teams.
The team is also preparing a white-glove onboarding plan for the upcoming CBS event and reviewing the seller landing page to provide better clarity on logistics and expectations.

Strategic Partnership Prep

Although progress was delayed due to scheduling conflicts, internal alignment meetings helped clarify next steps. The presentation slides have been refined, and meetings with key partners are planned for next week to finalize arrangements and timelines.

Conclusion

Despite tight schedules, this week saw steady progress across technical, marketing, and partnership fronts. With the 10.10 campaign queued, key bugs being resolved, and updated seller materials on the way, the team is positioning Hamza for a strong mid-October performance.

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Gift Card Promotion

A possible bug was identified in the system and is slated for fixing next week. The rest of the operations remain stable, with preparations ongoing for the next promotional cycle.

Seller Onboarding

Da Ling Na continues to be active on the platform, while two other prospective sellers remain unresponsive. The focus remains on supporting live sellers and improving onboarding engagement.

Social Media & Video Content

The team published a Spanish-language version of the Hamza Trust Signals video, aimed at expanding Hamza’s reach to Latin American audiences. Watch it here: https://youtube.com/shorts/dY277AqkgHk.

Buyer and Seller Growth

Drafts for upcoming email, blog, and social media pushes were completed. The next email send-out is scheduled for September 30, alongside warm-up efforts for the 10.10 campaign.
The team is also preparing to connect with sellers to explore possible promotions for upcoming shopping events, including Black Friday.

Strategic Partnership Prep

Design and formatting work on presentation slides continued this week. While scheduling was adjusted slightly due to partner availability, preparations remain on track, with bilingual versions of the slides set to be finalized next week.

Conclusion

This week marked quiet but steady progress across multiple fronts. With new content rolling out, systems being fine-tuned, and campaign prep underway, the team is setting the stage for a productive start to October.

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Features:

• New logic to allow import of EUR gift cards
• “X” to replace old twitter bird logo

Bug Fixes:

• When cancelling checkout, payment status gets set to NOT_PAID (formerly still “awaiting”)
• Fixed TypeError: Cannot read properties of null (reading ‘store’) during checkout
• No longer invoking non-existent email templates

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Gift Card Promotion

The team handled small bug fixes and maintenance, keeping operations stable though no new orders came in this week.
This week’s goals include automating more backend processes and preparing another email blast scheduled for Friday, September 26.

Seller Onboarding

Two new sellers are being guided through the onboarding process, with one already live on the platform. However, responsiveness remains a challenge for some.
The team also plans to highlight newly onboarded stores to boost visibility and sales.

Social Media & Video Content

A new Trustpilot-focused video was published to build user confidence and highlight community feedback. You can watch it here: https://youtube.com/shorts/p2zbph9IOes.

Buyer and Seller Growth

No major campaigns ran this week, but the team reviewed recent 9.9 campaign results and is preparing new content angles to attract more buyers and sellers.
A seller media kit is in progress, with plans to explore joint discount opportunities in future campaigns.

Strategic Partnership Prep

The team finalized and formatted content for an upcoming partner presentation. Despite minor challenges with health and communication delays, the project remains on track to complete the slides and finalize scheduling this week.

Conclusion

This week’s focus was on maintenance and preparation—setting the stage for stronger engagement and smoother operations ahead. With new sellers joining, partnerships forming, and ongoing improvements to buyer outreach, the foundation continues to strengthen for Hamza’s next wave of growth.

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GiftCard Promotion

Another email campaign went out this week, bringing in a few more orders while successfully attracting new users to the site—showing that email remains a viable growth tactic. The campaign also revealed a list of potential bugs to fix and highlighted manual processes that can now be automated.

Next Steps:

• Bug fixes are scheduled for the week of September 15.
• Automation improvements will follow during the week of September 22.
  

Seller Onboarding – CS

Two new sellers are being onboarded manually. Additionally, a new I Ching consultation service has been created on Hamza, including both a store and product page:

• Store: Dai Ling Na Store
• Product: The I Ching Protocol
  

Testing of this new store and product is planned for this week to ensure smooth operations.

Social Media Podcasts/Videos

A new “Bring Down the House” promo video was released for the 9.9 campaign: Watch here.

Once the Dai Ling Na store testing is complete, promotional content related to it will begin rolling out to drive engagement and sales.

Buyer and Seller Acquisition/Management

The 9.9 shopping day promo email was sent and also shared on social media resulting in multiple buyers for the week, including repeat/loyal customers.

Other activities included proofreading articles for publishing and revamping the social content calendar to align with ongoing campaigns.

Upcoming Focus:

• Prepare a media kit for new sellers to streamline onboarding as more sellers join.
  

Conclusion

This week saw continued progress in growing Hamza’s ecosystem. Email campaigns are proving effective in driving traffic and highlighting areas for improvement, while seller onboarding efforts expand the platform’s offerings. With bug fixes and automation improvements planned for the coming weeks, Hamza is well-positioned to scale efficiently while providing a smoother experience for buyers and sellers alike.

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Gift Card Promotion

No technical work was done this week. There are some issues with EUR-denominated gift cards under review, though they may not turn out to be actual blockers. The timeline for resolution remains uncertain.

Social Media Podcasts/Videos

A Spanish-language video was posted on YouTube explaining why Venezuelans can benefit from buying Amazon gift cards with crypto through Hamza:
Watch the video here.

Discussions around the Criptopanas initiative continued, an educational project aimed at teaching people how to use cryptocurrencies and related tools, including Hamza. This project is designed to lower barriers for new users, making it easier for the general public to adopt crypto-powered shopping. Efforts also included community outreach, with direct conversations held with neighbors, friends, and acquaintances to raise awareness.

Buyer and Seller Acquisition/Management

Progress this week included:

• Working with the GFA team to update Cross Border Summit ticket pricing.
• Drafting a 9.9 promotional email, with a continued focus on gift card sales.
• Testing different email send-outs to reduce the likelihood of emails being flagged as spam.
  

Conclusion
Hamza made steady progress in content creation, community outreach, and campaign preparation this week. While technical updates were minimal, important groundwork was laid for broader engagement and improved marketing performance in the weeks ahead.

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Gift Card Promotion

Gift card sales continue at a steady pace, though without a visible spike in growth. There are signs that campaign emails may be getting marked as spam, requiring investigation and corrective action to improve deliverability. The timeline for resolving this issue is still being determined.

Seller Onboarding

A campaign kicked off this week as part of an initiative led by Mark K. This effort could open the door to new partnerships and opportunities. A PowerPoint presentation is planned for next week to support this outreach.

Social Media Podcasts/Videos

The Spanish translation of the “How to Pay on Hamza from an External Wallet” video has been completed, but final voiceover files are still pending.

Additionally, plans are underway for an in-person course aimed at teaching the fundamentals of crypto to a Venezuelan audience. The course will focus on financial freedom and self-sovereignty, covering topics like Bitcoin as a savings technology, wallet and exchange use, and of course, buying through Hamza. The tentative name for this project is “Criptopanas” (Venezuelan slang for “crypto buddies”).

As with the gift card campaign, there is a risk that emails related to Criptopanas may also be flagged as spam, which will require attention.

Buyer and Seller Acquisition/Management

An investigation into emails being marked as spam was completed. The first corrective step is to minimize the number of clickable links in outgoing messages.

The team is monitoring three ongoing email campaigns for conversion performance and will assign unique discount codes per email list to better track results. Collaboration with Jose is underway to determine how best to utilize his email list for future campaigns.

Conclusion
Hamza made steady progress in email strategy refinement, educational outreach planning, and seller acquisition initiatives this week. Addressing email deliverability challenges will be key to unlocking stronger campaign performance and driving higher growth moving forward.

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Gift Card Promotion

The team analyzed and began planning for the import of EUR-denominated gift cards, which will almost triple the current gift card inventory. No obstacles have been reported, and implementation and testing are pending. The first EUR gift cards are expected to roll out next week.

Social Media Podcasts/Videos

A new YouTube tutorial video was published titled “How to pay on Hamza from an external crypto wallet, with Bitcoin, or from a crypto exchange.” This video demonstrates how to complete a purchase using crypto held on an exchange, addressing common user concerns and reducing friction in the checkout process.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/qtmpLDt2-TU
The video will also be translated into Spanish to better target the Latin American community.

Buyer and Seller Acquisition/Management 

The team launched a new email series for registered users, with two versions: one in English and another in Spanish. Short video content promoting the 10% discount campaign is now ready for widespread posting across social platforms. Additionally, research is underway to strengthen and expand the email list.

This week, focus areas include restarting seller invitations to list on the site, launching a Venezuelan email series led by Jose to grow the Spanish-speaking audience, and exploring ways to promote email signups.

Conclusion
Hamza made meaningful progress in scaling up its gift card inventory, creating educational content to improve conversions, and expanding marketing outreach through multilingual campaigns. These initiatives position the platform for stronger growth and broader community engagement in the weeks ahead.

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Features:

• New SMTP service for outgoing emails

Bug Fixes:

• Gift cards import: fixed bug preventing update of some products due to non-integer variant rank
• Gift cards import: fixed bug preventing deletion of no longer available products
• Gift cards import: fixed bug causing subcategories to be lost when updating products
• Gift cards purchase: added recognition of “Claim Code” output (relevant to at least one gift card product, probably more)
• Gift cards import: cleaned \r\n from product descriptions & subtitles
• Search: Fixed bug causing search to show unavailable (deleted) products in results
• Payment settlement: asynchronous execution stressing out the RPC node (fixed)
• Payment settlement: incorrect logic in settlement causing gas injection to fail in some cases
• Payment settlement: incorrect gas estimation logic fixed
• Payment settlement: logic cleaned up, organized, additional logging and safety measures

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Gift Card Promotion
Gift card sales continued to grow, and bug fixes (release version 1.4.3) were deployed. There are no known obstacles and nothing new scheduled at the moment.

Social Media Podcasts/Videos
New flyers were created with the message: “Would you like to buy on Amazon with no bank account and with a 10% discount?” These are designed to guide non-crypto users on how to take advantage of Hamza’s offerings.

Investment Search
A lead for a VC came in and is pending follow-up.

Buyer and Seller Acquisition/Management
The team sent out Hamza26 campaign email no. 2. They are sharing the discount with some web3 contacts and updating creatives for the ongoing gift card campaign.

This week, efforts include crafting a different version of the Hamza26 email for registered Hamza.market users (avoiding duplicate recipients), and adding the team to the Global From Asia store (and Snapchum) to update pricing and promote Hamza at the Cross Border Summit event (including ticket purchases through Hamza).

The focus for the week was on driving sales, improving marketing outreach, and exploring new partnership leads. With ongoing campaign refinements and promotional efforts, Hamza continues building awareness and adoption.

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Gift Card Promotion
The team is getting some organic orders — including the biggest single order and the highest total orders in a week so far. They are gaining more experience with customer service issues and how to address them, while also identifying a few new bugs.

A new bug fix release is scheduled.

Social Media Podcasts/Videos
A new video featuring the Kung Fu Hamza character as the Girl from Ipanema is ready to be released.

Educational videos showing how to pay with crypto from Binance are planned for release next week.

Buyer and Seller Acquisition/Management
The team has polished the email text and coordinated the survey section. A professional promo video for the 10% off campaign is complete. We are also building a list of small to medium-sized crypto and web3 projects for warm outreach.

This week, the team continues to create PR accounts and push guerrilla marketing. The Ready Cash Card issue is sorted, and more discounts to be released!

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Gift Card Promotion

The final launch is set for this week, with the team making some final tweaks before going live. These include fixing a possible email bug, addressing knowledge gaps for Binance users, and ensuring a smooth Ready Cash Card experience.

The team is preparing PR-oriented marketing to secure “trust signals” like recognizable brand logos. Registration on PR platforms such as Hackernoon has begun, alongside an ongoing guerrilla marketing push.

This week, efforts are focused on outbound communications highlighting different gift card angles, sending an open email with an additional discount and survey, and testing gift card ads on X and Meta through personal and Shadstone accounts. The team is also studying Reddit ads for broader reach.

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