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NFT IP:
Representing what is perhaps the most cutting-edge new investment phenomenon of this past year, non-fungible tokens are the new crypto craze, just a short five years after most of us started learning about Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the various ‘alt coins’. Of course, with new technological developments arise a host of novel legal issues, stretching the limits of traditional intellectual property law. Hence, this brief survey of the still-nascent NFT relative to existing IP.
By WILLIAM SCOTT GOLDMAN4 years ago in The Chain
Introducing the OG Gallery 2.0
One year ago, I published my first article outlining Creatd’s NFT strategy. At that time, it was clear that our investors and other stakeholders were keen on understanding how our creator-first company would capture value in the new digital frontiers of blockchain, crypto, and their derivative technologies (i.e. NFTs, metaverse lands). We spent the intervening months exploring opportunities within the blockchain space, including experimenting with numerous NFT art drops, pursuing the potential integration of cryptocurrency into the Vocal platform, and using smart contracts for other e-commerce platform opportunities currently in the works.
By Jeremy Frommer4 years ago in The Chain
How to Mint, Collect and Trade NFTs
In times of geopolitical crisis and uncertainty, I will shed some light on how to trade NFTs using the example of OpenSea which is the one of the largest platform for NFT minting, trading, as well as analytics tracking for the largest NFT projects on Ethereum network. OpenSea won the hearts of the artists and collectors due to lazy, ‘gas-less’ minting without additional fees (after you initialize your account for sales for the first time).
By Oleksandra Zinevych4 years ago in The Chain
A Gross Simplification of the NFT Market: What You Need to Know Now
At recent family dinner my mother told me she couldn't understand how these NFT's could be worth so much money. I told her actually she did understand: These hyperlinks to ugly cartoon apes seem like they should be worthless, because they are worthless. It's a scam.
By Buck Hardcastle4 years ago in The Chain
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Stablecoins in Supply Chain Finance: Improving Transparency and Speed
Supply chain finance has historically been constrained by fragmented systems, delayed settlements, and opacity across multi-party transactions. The integration of stablecoins into this domain introduces a paradigm shift by leveraging blockchain-based settlement layers to enhance liquidity flows, transactional traceability, and operational efficiency. Unlike volatile cryptocurrencies, stablecoins are pegged to fiat currencies or asset reserves, enabling predictable value transfer within complex supply chain ecosystems.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
Are NFTs Really Dead? The Truth About NFTs in 2026. AI-Generated.
Introduction: Let’s Be Honest If we are honest, the NFTs we saw in 2021 and 2022 are mostly gone. At that time, NFTs were all about hype and quick money. People were buying digital images for very high prices without any real value behind them. Many projects made big promises but failed to deliver.
By Arslan Akram4 days ago in The Chain
The Rise of AI-Powered Crypto Exchanges: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Digital Trading in 2026
The cryptocurrency market has always been driven by innovation, but in 2026, one force is reshaping the entire landscape faster than anything before — Artificial Intelligence.
By Technoloader4 days ago in The Chain
How Hybrid Crypto Exchanges Are Bridging the Gap Between DEX and CEX
The evolution of cryptocurrency trading infrastructure has led to the emergence of hybrid crypto exchanges—an architectural synthesis designed to reconcile the operational dichotomy between centralized exchanges (CEXs) and decentralized exchanges (DEXs). While CEXs dominate in terms of liquidity aggregation, order execution speed, and user accessibility, DEXs offer non-custodial asset control, trust minimization, and censorship resistance. Hybrid exchanges attempt to converge these paradigms into a unified trading ecosystem, addressing long-standing inefficiencies within the crypto market structure.
By Siddarth D5 days ago in The Chain
Key Factors to Evaluate Before Hiring a Crypto Coin Development Company in 2026
The rise of blockchain innovation in 2026 has pushed crypto adoption far beyond trading. Businesses are now actively building their own digital assets to power decentralized ecosystems, payment systems, and Web3 platforms. This shift has increased the demand for crypto coin development services, making it essential to choose the right development partner.
By Siddarth D5 days ago in The Chain
Rising Oil Prices Are Changing Markets — Here’s Where Bitcoin Mining Software Fits In
Global markets are constantly influenced by economic shifts, geopolitical developments, and changes in energy prices. In recent times, rising oil and gas prices have drawn significant attention due to their impact on industries, transportation, and overall cost structures. When energy prices increase, businesses and individuals begin exploring alternative approaches to manage costs, investments, and financial strategies.
By smithtaylor6 days ago in The Chain
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