NFTs

Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are unique digital assets verified using blockchain technology, primarily on platforms like Ethereum. Unlike cryptocurrencies, NFTs are indivisible and cannot be exchanged on a one-to-one basis, ensuring each NFT is distinct and irreplaceable, much like a physical collectible. They have gained prominence in digital art, music, gaming, and other online communities for enabling proof of ownership and authenticity of digital creations. NFTs can represent anything from artwork and music to videos and tweets.

NFTs

Finance

The Social (Token) Network: Rally, Friends With Benefits and the Future of Branding

Music producers and sports stars are monetizing themselves with social tokens. Brands are next, and marketers should take notice.

By Jeff WilserNov 9, 2021

Jaylen Clark of the UCLA Bruins (Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Videos

FATF Publishes Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Guidance

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has published its revised guidance for crypto firms, further clarifying the definition of Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), DeFi, stablecoins, and NFTs. Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) Executive Director Rick McDonell discusses the world of crypto and anti-money laundering (AML), breaking down the key points of the recommendations.

Nov 9, 2021

Recent Videos

Finance

Not Everything Needs to Be ‘on the Blockchain’

Please ignore Crypto Twitter’s snake oil peddlers.

By Will GottsegenNov 8, 2021

(Michal Matlon/Unsplash)

Tech

Enter the Margaritaverse: My Week at NFT.NYC

The daytime event felt like a pretext for the lavish after-parties.

By Will GottsegenNov 6, 2021

Credit: Nicole Goodkind
Podcasts

NFTs: Tools for Art, Advocacy and Activism

By Sheila Warren, Michael J. CaseyNov 5, 2021

Money Reimagined Digital Money Stage at Consensus 2022

Finance

NFTs Take Over NYC

Five takeaways from a momentous week for non-fungible tokens.

By Michael J. CaseyNov 5, 2021

(Rachel Sun/CoinDesk)

Policy

S. Korean Regulator Says NFTs Are Not Virtual Assets: Report

Seoul will follow FATF guidance on the matter of NFTs and its regulation.

By Eliza GkritsiNov 5, 2021

Gyeongbokg palace in Seoul. (Image credit: Chan Young Lee/Unsplash)

Finance

A16z Leads $150M Round for NFT Game Platform Mythical Games at $1.25B Valuation

The startup has launched its own play-to-earn game and plans to license the technology to other developers.

By Brandy BetzNov 4, 2021

Andreessen Horowitz co-founder and General Partner Marc Andreessen (Fortune Live Media via Flickr)

Finance

FC Barcelona Joins NFT Rush With Moments From 122 Years of History

The world’s second-most valuable soccer club plans to auction NFTs through the Ownix marketplace.

By Sheldon RebackNov 4, 2021

FC Barcelona fans. Credit: Shutterstock/Christian Bertrand

Finance

BTS Agency Hybe to Set Up Joint Venture on NFTs with Korean Crypto Exchange Upbit

The agency behind one of the world’s most succseful K-pop bands wants to look into NFTs.

By Eliza GkritsiNov 4, 2021

Seoul, South Korea (Ciaran O'Brien/Unsplash)
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