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Could NFTs Be the Next Big Thing In Blockchain?

Gianmatteo Costanza | San Francisco, CA

By Gianmatteo CostanzaPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
https://gianmatteocostanza.net/could-nfts-be-the-next-big-thing-in-blockchain/

NFTs are digital representations that are created and stored using blockchain technology. Each one has its own unique identification code that prevents it from being replicated. Also, since it is an extendable token, it can be combined with another to create a unique one.

Due to the rapid emergence and growth of NFTs, it is crucial to understand the culture surrounding them to determine which projects are more popular. This article will discuss four factors contributing to NFT’s popularity.

Efficiency

One of the most essential advantages of NFTs is their ability to make the markets more efficient. They can help reduce the time it takes to process transactions and improve the efficiency of supply chains.

A prime example is the increasing number of art organizations using NFTs to connect with their audiences. They eliminate the need for traditional intermediaries and improve the efficiency of the entire process. In addition, the digitization of art has also reduced costs and the authentication process.

Fractionalized Ownership

Due to the complexity of the ownership process, it isn’t easy to fully appreciate the value of various assets, such as real estate and art. With the digitization of art, it is now easier to split a digital version of a building into multiple owners.

The digitization of art has created a vast market for certain assets, which can lead to higher prices and liquidity. It can also help improve the efficiency of financial portfolios by allowing investors to diversify their investments.

Security

Blockchain technology is a type of ledger designed to record information in a way that cannot be tampered with. This makes it incredibly hard to perform unauthorized transactions. The transactions are distributed across a peer-to-peer network.

The unique records of NFTs stored on the blockchain ensure they are not susceptible to theft or mishandling. This ensures that they are always protected from the changes that can occur in the market. This level of confidence can help boost the level of trust that the public has in NFTs.

Portfolio Diversification

Unlike traditional investments, such as bonds and stocks, NFTs offer various advantages and risks that are not typically associated with conventional assets. Although the risks associated with NFTs differ from those of other asset classes, they can still benefit investors. They can help them achieve a better balance between their returns and risk.

About the Author

Gianmatteo Costanza is a Senior Technical Program Manager for Meta in San Francisco, California. In addition to being a well-established developer and team leader, he is also a successful entrepreneur.

Gianmatteo’s first venture was in high school in Zurich, Switzerland. He and some friends co-founded a web design firm called 4nexus the webarchitects. They primarily designed websites initially, but their talents soon let the company evolve into web-based solutions for small- and medium-sized business clients, a hosting company, and software solutions for financial applications. This experience allowed Gianmatteo to explore his multiple talents as a project manager, accountant, designer, and developer.

Never one to miss an opportunity, Gianmatteo spent his summers learning about his industry of choice. As a freelancer for surfEU.com, he worked as a journalist and web designer for the popular web portal. While working as an intern for AdNovum Informatik AGA, digital solutions providers for multiple industries, cybersecurity, and cloud-based services, among others. Gianmatteo developed a Java framework for generating financial reports and devised a high-level meta-language for aggregating data. While interning for VMware, Gianmatteo discovered his love for the UI aspect of software development, creating the web center interface for the company infrastructure. These experiences launched Gianmatteo into Silicon Valley, where he worked with department heads to develop large-scale applications and manage his own teams from the ground up.

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About the Creator

Gianmatteo Costanza

Gianmatteo Costanza has been at the heart of the visualization revolution since its beginning. He moved to Silicon Valley and became one of the change-makers after arriving on the UX/UI scene. He values both front- and back-end development.

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