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What Is ERC-6551? Unpacking The ‘Backpack’ Wallet

In the past few months, several Web3 projects have adopted the ERC-6551 standard, or token-bound account. The new standard opens up a plethora of use cases across NFTs, gaming, DAOs and the metaverse.
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By Cam Thompson
Jul 21, 2023 at 4:57 p.m. UTC
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Pudgy Penguins NFTs: Everything You Need to Know About the Adorable Animal Project

The collection of 8,888 chubby cartoon penguins embodies a happy vibe, but the project has faced controversies along its way.
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May 11, 2023 at 4:09 p.m. UTC
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The Top 10 Most Expensive NFTs of All Time

While the market for NFTs has cooled from the frenzy that marked 2021, the digital assets are still generating billions of dollars in trading volume in 2023.
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What Are Dynamic NFTs? Understanding the Evolving NFT

Dynamic NFTs are digital tokens that use smart contracts to change over time.
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Mar 22, 2023 at 3:22 p.m. UTC
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What Are MoonCats? The Legacy NFT Project Revived by Its Community

Created in 2017, the collection of generative pixel art-style cats was rediscovered in 2021 and quickly gained popularity.
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Mar 13, 2023 at 6:56 p.m. UTC
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What Are the Top NFT Blockchains?

The recent addition of Bitcoin NFTs has added a new player in the non-fungible token space, but Bitcoin Ordinals have a long way to go before they reach the heights of NFTs on Ethereum or other top blockchains like Solana and Polygon.
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By Ekin GençToby Bochan
Mar 8, 2023 at 10:23 p.m. UTC
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Bitcoin NFTs: What Are Ordinal NFTs and How Do You Mint One?

NFTs on Bitcoin are different from the Ethereum NFTs most people are familiar with. Here’s what you need to know.
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Feb 23, 2023 at 5:51 p.m. UTC
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Introducing CoinDesk’s First Web3 Newsletter: The Airdrop

Our weekly newsletter breaks down the biggest news related to internet culture, NFTs, DAOs and the metaverse that is pushing Web3 forward.
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Feb 10, 2023 at 3:01 p.m. UTC
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What Is an Open Edition NFT Sale?

The mechanic allows for any number of artwork editions to be minted in a given collection, making the work more accessible to the masses.
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By Rosie Perper
Feb 6, 2023 at 7:29 p.m. UTC
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Non-Fungible Terms: NFT Lingo Every Collector Should Know

Before you "ape" into NFT trading, brush up on your vocabulary with our beginner-friendly glossary.
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By Eric Esposito
Jan 9, 2023 at 3:27 p.m. UTC
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What Is an NFT Floor Price?

The metric measures the lowest price for an NFT in a collection. It's often a good starting point for understanding the popularity of an NFT collection and the token's value over time.
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Dec 30, 2022 at 7:05 p.m. UTC
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How to Level Up Your Knowledge of Web3 Gaming

Blockchain technology is redefining the gaming industry and giving players an opportunity to own their digital identities and assets. Here's how to get started.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Dec 29, 2022 at 7:06 p.m. UTC
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7 Platforms and Communities Web3 Writers Should Know

Web3 is opening up a world of possibilities for storytellers, from literary NFTs to blockchain-based publishing platforms and even writer-focused DAOs.
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Dec 28, 2022 at 6:40 p.m. UTC
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The Different Types of NFTs: A Simple Guide

From fashion for avatars to social profile pictures to digital collectibles, the NFT ecosystem continues to expand and evolve, even in the face of the chilly crypto winter. Here are eight different kinds of NFTs you should know.
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By Betsy Farber
Dec 13, 2022 at 9:31 p.m. UTC
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Let’s Get 'Phygital': Combining the Physical and Digital in Web3

The new portmanteau speaks to experiences that bridge the gap between the virtual and the real world, like sneakers that exist in both the metaverse and on your feet.
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By Griffin Mcshane
Dec 2, 2022 at 8:03 p.m. UTC
Dec 2, 2022
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Do You Owe Taxes on Your NFT?

Here are the NFT-related rules of thumb to consider when filing your 2022 taxes.
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By Anabel Pasarow
Nov 17, 2022 at 6:35 p.m. UTC
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The NFT Creator's Guide to Year-End Tax Planning

A step-by-step guide to help NFT artists navigate taxes and find ways to reduce their tax bill.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Nov 14, 2022 at 2:17 p.m. UTC
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How to Find Your Community in Web3

As the Web3 ecosystem continues to expand, so too have the ways in which people can connect and form communities.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Nov 3, 2022 at 9:58 p.m. UTC
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What Are Generative Art NFTs?

While the art style has been around for decades, generative art recently gained popularity as a tool for NFT artwork thanks to artists like Tyler Hobbs, Snowfro and Pak.
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By Mason Marcobello
Oct 25, 2022 at 5:52 p.m. UTC
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Top Brands in Web3, NFTs and the Metaverse

From Nike to Budweiser to Tiffany, some of the most famous brands in the world are making big bets, and big money, with NFTs and other Web3 projects.
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By Ekin Genç
Oct 21, 2022 at 5:40 p.m. UTC
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New NFT Marketplace Blur Is Courting Professional JPEG Traders With an Airdrop and No Trading Fees

The platform is backed by investment firm Paradigm and has launched to buzzy reception.
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Oct 21, 2022 at 5:12 p.m. UTC
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The Web3 Guide to Getting Into the Music Industry

We spoke to industry leaders about how to break into the music industry and foster an engaged audience using a Web3 toolkit.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Oct 19, 2022 at 12:07 p.m. UTC
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What Is Magic Eden? How to Get Started on the NFT Marketplace

The high-volume company boasts low transaction costs and no fees for listing non-fungible tokens.
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By Robert Stevens
Oct 18, 2022 at 1:19 p.m. UTC
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NFTs and Intellectual Property: What Do You Actually Own?

As non-fungible token holders look for new ways to monetize their digital collectibles, creators might seek to define what collectors can and can’t do with the original artwork.
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Oct 14, 2022 at 7:06 p.m. UTC
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GameStop NFT Marketplace: A Beginner’s Guide

The gaming retailer recently launched a crypto wallet and a marketplace for gaming-focused NFTs.
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By Marcus Chan
Sep 30, 2022 at 4:27 p.m. UTC
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NFTs on Instagram and Facebook: How to Show Off Your Digital Collectibles

Whether you’re a creator or a collector, Meta's NFT integration allows users to share their digital collectibles and verify ownership.
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By Rosie Perper
Sep 29, 2022 at 2:34 p.m. UTC
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What Are Doodles? Everything You Need to Know About the Colorful NFT Project

From the NFT project's long-term utility to its creative partnership with Pharrell.
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By Rosie Perper
Sep 14, 2022 at 9:54 p.m. UTC
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What Is CC0? The Copyright Designation Buzzing in the NFT Space

Many NFT holders are hopeful about their digital assets' potential long-term value through intellectual property rights and a copyright designation known as CC0.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Sep 13, 2022 at 9:34 p.m. UTC
Sep 13, 2022
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What Is Sudoswap? How to Use the NFT Marketplace

The decentralized NFT marketplace functions in a very different way than more familiar centralized options.
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Sep 8, 2022 at 8:29 p.m. UTC
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What Are Soulbound Tokens? The Non-Transferrable NFT Explained

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin describes soulbound tokens as non-transferable NFTs that can help represent a person's identity and achievements in Web3.
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Sep 7, 2022 at 5:03 p.m. UTC
Sep 7, 2022
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What Is NFT Wash Trading?

The shadowy practice is often used to manipulate markets and create a false sense of high demand.
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By Andrey Sergeenkov
Aug 23, 2022 at 6:43 p.m. UTC
Aug 23, 2022
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Nifty Gateway NFT Marketplace: A Beginner’s Guide

The Gemini-owned marketplace is known for its high-end digital art and curated collections.
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Aug 17, 2022 at 9:29 p.m. UTC
Aug 17, 2022
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How to Get Liquidity From NFTs Without Selling Them

Renting, fractionalizing and using non-fungible tokens as collateral are some ways to turn your asset into coins.
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Aug 15, 2022 at 2:22 p.m. UTC
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NBA Top Shot 101

The NFT marketplace allows you to buy and sell original NBA digital content.
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By Mike Antolin
Aug 12, 2022 at 7:14 p.m. UTC
Aug 12, 2022
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How to Buy and Sell NFTs on LooksRare

The community-first marketplace rewards its users with LOOKS tokens for transacting.
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By Eric Esposito
Aug 11, 2022 at 6:47 p.m. UTC
Aug 11, 2022
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Can You Buy NFTs Without Owning Crypto?

For consumers who want digital collectibles, music or art but feel reluctant to use cryptocurrency, here's some good news.
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Aug 8, 2022 at 7:24 p.m. UTC
Aug 8, 2022
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SuperRare NFT Market: A Beginner’s Guide

An overview of the high-end NFT art market built on the Ethereum blockchain.
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Jul 27, 2022 at 9:05 p.m. UTC
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Sorare 101: How to Get Started With Sorare NFTs

Sorare is an NFT-based competitive fantasy game filled with the world’s best soccer leagues and Major League Baseball stars.
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Jul 27, 2022 at 8:33 p.m. UTC
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Autograph 101: What Are Autograph NFTs?

Launched in August 2021 and cofounded by NFL legend Tom Brady, Autograph is an NFT platform allowing users to purchase digital assets signed by some of the greatest athletes.
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By Mike Antolin
Jul 27, 2022 at 4:40 p.m. UTC
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NFL All Day 101: How to Buy, Sell and Trade NFL NFTs

NFL All Day is a digital collectible marketplace that lets football fans collect video highlights in the form of NFTs and connect with other like-minded fans from around the world. This piece is part of CoinDesk's Sports Week.
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By Mike Antolin
Jul 25, 2022 at 8:37 p.m. UTC
Jul 25, 2022
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What We Know So Far About SHIB: The Metaverse

The meme coin continues to expand its utility with its latest move into the metaverse.
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May 24, 2022 at 7:27 p.m. UTC
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How to Transfer NFTs Between Wallets

As an NFT collector or investor, you'll want to learn how to transfer your collectibles in and out of crypto wallets.
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May 24, 2022 at 2:43 p.m. UTC
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What Is the Sandbox and How To Get Started

Here's a step-by-step guide on what you need to know to explore and play in The Sandbox metaverse.
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May 23, 2022 at 7:46 p.m. UTC
May 23, 2022
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What Is NFT Lending?

If you want to make money from NFTs without selling the ones you own, you have many options, from peer-to-peer lending platforms like Blend to letting someone rent your NFT for a while.
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May 11, 2022 at 7:58 p.m. UTC
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How Can You Share an NFT? Fractional NFTs Explained

Even though non-fungible tokens by definition are singular and unique, there are ways to split up the cost of investing in NFTs.
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May 6, 2022 at 8:46 p.m. UTC
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What Are PFP NFTs?

Social media profile pics are one of the most popular ways to display NFT ownership.
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Apr 27, 2022 at 9:16 p.m. UTC
Apr 27, 2022
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No Non-Fungible Tokens, No Entry: How NFT Social Clubs Work

NFTs have evolved dramatically in the last year and can now be used as keys to access exclusive social clubs and networks.
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Apr 20, 2022 at 2:23 p.m. UTC
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Decentraland for Beginners: How to Get Started in Decentraland

You may have heard of Decentraland, and you might know it calls itself "the first-ever virtual world owned by its users." But where do you start?
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Apr 6, 2022 at 2:12 p.m. UTC
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What Are NFTs and How Do They Work?

NFTs are crypto assets that grant gamers and collectors ownership over their digital items.
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Mar 24, 2022 at 6:14 p.m. UTC
Mar 24, 2022
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What's the Story Behind Bored Ape Yacht Club Creator Yuga Labs?

The organization has become a household name in the crypto industry following the immense success of its BAYC NFT collection.
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By Andrey Sergeenkov
Mar 23, 2022 at 3:01 p.m. UTC
Mar 23, 2022
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CryptoPunks, CryptoCats and CryptoKitties: How They Started and How They’re Going

Not all NFTs are created equal. This is both true for their uniqueness and their value, which for some select collections have far exceeded six figures, including for these three.
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Mar 17, 2022 at 8:06 p.m. UTC
Mar 17, 2022
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OpenSea vs. Rarible: Which Is the Better NFT Marketplace?

It's a close call, but there are some pros and cons to using both OpenSea and Rarible NFT marketplaces that you should know.
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By Andrey Sergeenkov
Mar 9, 2022 at 10:18 p.m. UTC
Mar 9, 2022
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What's the Most Profitable NFT Strategy: Buying at Mint or Later?

In the world of digital art, one of the few constants is the “fear of missing out” on the next major project. But is there a right time to buy an NFT to increase your chance of making a profit?
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By Joe Cortez
Mar 1, 2022 at 9:25 p.m. UTC
Mar 1, 2022
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POAPs: What Is a Proof of Attendance Protocol?

POAPs have emerged as a new way of keeping an immutable record of your life experiences, including virtual and in-person events.
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By Mason Marcobello
Feb 22, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. UTC
Feb 22, 2022
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What Are Music NFTs?

NFTs aren't just cat GIFs and JPEGs of cartoon apes, they can also represent immutable ownership of music clips too.
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Feb 17, 2022 at 9:04 p.m. UTC
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Rarible NFT Marketplace: How to Get Started

Here's a guide to the marketplace used by Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Lindsay Lohan to create NFTs.
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Feb 10, 2022 at 4:11 p.m. UTC
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NFTs in the Metaverse: How to Earn Money With Unique Assets

Non-fungible tokens have created new ways for gamers to generate revenue in virtual worlds.
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By Mason Marcobello
Feb 9, 2022 at 4:05 p.m. UTC
Feb 9, 2022
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OpenSea Marketplace: How to Buy, Sell and Mint NFTs

Find out how to mint, purchase and sell your unique non-fungible assets on the world's largest NFT marketplace.
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By Andrey Sergeenkov
Feb 9, 2022 at 4:05 p.m. UTC
Feb 9, 2022
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Buying NFTs During Presales and Public Mints: Things You Should Know

Being the first person to own a newly created NFT isn't without its risks. No matter how lucrative you might think the opportunity is.
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By Ekin Genç
Feb 8, 2022 at 4:26 p.m. UTC
Feb 8, 2022
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What Can You Actually Do in the Metaverse in 2022?

The future possibilities of the metaverse are presumably limitless, but is there anything you can do in the metaverse right now?
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By Robert Stevens
Feb 7, 2022 at 10:44 p.m. UTC
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NFTs: 4 Piracy and Copyright Essentials for Buyers and Sellers

Here are some questions to ask when creating or buying unique, non-fungible assets.
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By Robert Stevens
Feb 4, 2022 at 11:29 a.m. UTC
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Sports NFTs: How to Get in the Game

Non-fungible tokens have become a hot new revenue stream for sports leagues and their millions of fans.
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By Robert Stevens
Feb 3, 2022 at 11:09 a.m. UTC
Feb 3, 2022
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Cómo crear tu primer NFT: una guía paso por paso para principiantes

Costó 12 horas y el uso de tres dispositivos Apple, pero esta poeta de 30 años logró acuñar su primer NFT. Y tú también puedes hacerlo: aquí tienes una guía paso a paso para crear un token no fungible.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Feb 2, 2022 at 3:26 p.m. UTC
Feb 2, 2022
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Minting Your First NFT: A Beginner’s Guide to Creating an NFT

It took 12 hours and three different Apple devices, but this 30-something poet successfully minted her first NFT – and so can you. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating an NFT.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Jan 24, 2022 at 9:19 p.m. UTC
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NFT Scams: How to Avoid Falling Victim

With crypto-based scams becoming increasingly more sophisticated, it's easier than ever to fall for them. Here's how to keep your NFTs safe.
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By Megan DeMatteo
Jan 18, 2022 at 4:35 p.m. UTC
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How to Make, Buy and Sell NFTs

The NFT market continues to grow as one of the industry’s most prominent sectors. Here’s how to make, buy and sell these digital assets.
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Jan 5, 2022 at 1:27 p.m. UTC
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How to Invest in the Metaverse

Metaverse land and crypto are just some of the ways future tech enthusiasts can invest in the next digital frontier.
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By Joe Lautzenhiser
Jan 4, 2022 at 7:16 p.m. UTC
Jan 4, 2022
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How to Buy a Tom Brady NFT

16,600 NFTs belonging to the new Tom Brady Origins collection sold out in minutes.
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By Andrey Sergeenkov
Dec 15, 2021 at 10:39 p.m. UTC
Dec 15, 2021
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5 Ways to Earn Passive Income From NFTs

Forget selling your NFTs. Now, you can make your unique digital items work for you.
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Dec 11, 2021 at 1:52 p.m. UTC
Dec 11, 2021
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What Is a ‘Semi-Fungible’ Crypto Token?

Concert tickets, gift vouchers and coupons are all examples of semi-fungible items.
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By Anatol Antonovici
Aug 17, 2021 at 7:51 p.m. UTC
Aug 17, 2021
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NFT Marketplaces: A Beginner’s Guide

Non-fungible token (NTF) marketplaces allow digital collectors to buy, sell and create their own tokens that represent ownership of unique, tangible and intangible items.
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Aug 7, 2021 at 6:52 p.m. UTC
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A Crypto Guide to the Metaverse

Verifiable, immutable ownership of digital goods and currency will be an essential component of the metaverse.
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Aug 3, 2021 at 6:17 p.m. UTC
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Your NFT Tax Questions, Answered

Now that the IRS has extended the filing deadline to May 17, NFT investors have more time to get their taxes in order.
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Mar 25, 2021 at 10:57 p.m. UTC
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