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.


Tecnologie

A Hacker Was Selling a Cybersecurity Exploit as an NFT. Then OpenSea Stepped In

A dark twist on NFTs: a denial-of-service zero-day attack sold with full rights of ownership transferred to the successful bidder.

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The Emerging Dark Side of NFTs

Not all NFTs are digital tacos or funny tweets. A hacker recently listed the first zero-day exploit NFT for sale through OpenSea. CoinDesk privacy reporter Ben Powers explains what a zero-day exploit is, and “The Hash” panel debates the potential dark side of NFT use cases.

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Mercati

The Node: The Problem of Authenticity in NFT Art

“This work does require a context. It's not just the blockchain," Foundation's CEO said.

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Finanza

Muhammad Ali NFT Minted 50 Years After 'Fight of the Century' With Joe Frazier

"The Ali Collection" is designed to commemorate the boxer's life and legacy as the sports world reflects on the anniversary of a historic fight.

Muhammad Ali ducks a roundhouse left thrown by Joe Frazier during their title bout in 1971.

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How Corporations Are Getting Into the NFT Space

Trustology founder and CEO Alex Batlin discusses his company's role as a custodian of corporate digital assets, and how corporations can leverage NFTs for investing and borrowing.

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Politiche

State of Crypto: It's Time to Talk About NFTs and Intellectual Property Law

NFTs are all the rage right now, but buyers and sellers should be aware of the different regulatory frameworks that might govern these assets.

This isn't an NFT, but let's face it you wouldn't be surprised if it had been.

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Senate Banking Committee Holds GameStop Hearing

The Senate continues its examination of retail investing, holding another hearing on the recent GameStop stock frenzy today. CoinDesk’s Nik De on what to expect. Plus, a peek into the complicated world of NFT regulation.

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Taco Bell Just Sold a Collection of 5 Fast-Food-Themed NFTs

Proceeds from the sale of the digital collectibles will go to the Taco Bell Foundation.

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Next Step for Institutional DeFi? Institutional NFTs

Ethereum-friendly custody firm Trustology is now supporting NFTs for lending and collateralizing.

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How the NFT Boom Explains Square's Tidal Buy

Why on earth would a payments company buy a music streaming service?

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