"Bored Ape NFT Event Leaves Attendees with Severe Eye Burn and Skin Irritation"
Attendees at Yuga Labs' ApeFest, a three-day event celebrating Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs, have reported eye and skin irritation, potentially caused by UV light used at the event. Yuga Labs is investigating the reports and has encouraged impacted attendees to share information about their symptoms. The company estimates that the affected individuals represent less than 1% of the event's attendees and staff. One attendee was diagnosed with photokeratitis, a condition caused by damage from UV rays, while another experienced severe eye burn and skin damage. Yuga Labs, a web3 company, raised $450 million in funding earlier this year and recently announced layoffs.