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Top 10 NFT Marketplace Development Companies
During the past 2 years, everyone is talking about NFTs although they have been around us for more than five to seven years. Yes, NFTs are the trendy market nowadays and they will continue in the forthcoming years. However, an NFT marketplace is a platform where traders can buy or sell their digital assets and collectibles.
By alex smith4 years ago in The Chain
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
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Commodity-Backed Stablecoins: Redefining Value in the Digital Economy
The cryptocurrency market has consistently evolved to address volatility, scalability, and trust. Among the innovations reshaping this ecosystem, commodity-backed stablecoins have emerged as a critical bridge between blockchain technology and traditional asset classes. Unlike purely algorithmic or fiat-backed models, these tokens derive value from tangible commodities such as gold, silver, oil, or even agricultural products. This asset-collateralized approach not only mitigates market instability but also offers institutional-grade trust for investors seeking transparency and sustainability in digital finance.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
Cost to Create a Stablecoin: A Complete Guide for Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Stablecoins have become one of the most important innovations in blockchain technology. Unlike cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum, which are often highly volatile, stablecoins are designed to maintain a steady value, usually pegged to fiat currencies like the US dollar or other assets. Their reliability makes them crucial for payments, remittances, trading, and decentralized finance (DeFi).
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
How Stablecoin Issuers Make Money: A Deep Dive
Stablecoins have rapidly emerged as a critical bridge between the world of cryptocurrencies and traditional finance. Unlike other digital assets, stablecoins are designed to maintain a steady value, typically pegged to fiat currencies such as the U.S. dollar. This unique positioning has fueled their adoption across global markets. But a question often arises: how stablecoin issuer make money? Behind the stability of these tokens lies a business model that generates sustainable revenue streams for issuers while keeping the ecosystem functional.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
Advantages and Disadvantages of Stablecoin: A Complete Guide
The world of cryptocurrency has evolved far beyond the early days of Bitcoin and Ethereum. Among the many innovations that have emerged, stablecoins have gained massive attention. As the name suggests, stablecoins are designed to bring “stability” into the often-volatile crypto market. By pegging their value to assets like the US dollar, gold, or other fiat currencies, stablecoins attempt to provide a balance between traditional finance and the digital world.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
The Global Race to Regulate Stablecoins: How Countries Are Shaping the Future of Digital Currency
The rapid rise of stablecoins marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of global finance. These digital assets—pegged to the value of fiat currencies like the US dollar or the euro—offer the promise of fast, low-cost transactions without the volatility associated with other cryptocurrencies. However, with their growing popularity, stablecoins have also triggered a regulatory dilemma that governments around the world are now racing to address.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
How Stablecoins Are Created: A Deep Dive Into The Future of Digital Finance
The evolution of digital finance is reshaping how we think about money, and at the heart of this revolution lies a seemingly simple yet incredibly powerful innovation: the stablecoin. Designed to offer the best of both worlds—blockchain’s speed and decentralization with the stability of traditional currencies—stablecoins are quickly becoming integral to both individual transactions and global financial systems. But how are these digital assets actually brought to life? What lies beneath their perceived simplicity? Let’s take a deep dive into how stablecoins are created, and what it takes to build a currency that must remain stable in a volatile digital world.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
How Stablecoin Issuers Make Money: 12 Proven Revenue Models
Stablecoins have become a cornerstone of the digital asset ecosystem, offering price stability in an otherwise volatile market. As demand surges—from retail traders hedging risk to large institutions conducting cross-border settlements—the question arises: How Stablecoin Issuers Make Money. Unlike pure speculative tokens, stablecoins must maintain a peg to fiat or another asset, which creates unique revenue opportunities. In this post, we unpack each model, illustrate with case studies, and outline strategic considerations for issuers aiming for both profitability and trust.
By Siddarth Da day ago in The Chain
How Smart Founders Validate Blockchain Ideas in 4 Weeks - Before Spending Millions
Founders don’t lose money on blockchain because the technology fails — they lose money because they validate too late. By the time many startups build a full platform, they discover the market doesn’t need decentralization, regulators require changes, or integration costs explode. A fast Proof of Concept (PoC) flips that risk model. Instead of committing six months and a large budget, founders can validate feasibility, scalability, and stakeholder adoption in four weeks.
By Nia Higginsa day ago in The Chain
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