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NFTs Made SimpleBad Astro Society Will Send You To Space - NFTs Made SimpleCharlton Haupt is the founder of the Bad Astro Society, an ambitious NFT project with the goal of sending 10,000 people to outer space. He got his entrepreneurial start at a young age, with involvement in many business ventures. Charlton saw great success with a Liberty Tax business he opened. His brother introduced him to NFTs and their potential for new revenue streams. Charlton realized, through NFTs, creators and artists could receive royalties from each sale. He could build a community of people passionate about space travel. After bridging the gap between the cryptocurrency and space travel worlds...2023-02-2750 minNFTs Made SimpleJORDAN GITTERMAN - Creating Tokens for Physical GoodsJordan Gitterman is the Co-Founder of Item Banc- a platform that turns commercial data of basic human needs (BHN) into a new form of exchange. It utilizes a Global Parity Valuation Engine to back digital currencies with the derived valuation of BHN and provide it to the market in real time. Validators report commercial information of BHN transactions to Item Banc and receive digital credits that can be redeemed for analyzed data or traded with another party.Jordan discusses the value of cryptocurrency and how it is becoming increasingly popular in recent times, and that many people...2023-02-2427 minNFTs Made SimpleANTHONY MONGIELLO - Bulls and Apes - Gamification with NFTsAnthony Mongiello is the co-founder and DEO of the Bulls and Apes Project. Bulls and Apes is an innovative NFT collection that combines creativity, gamification, and story to create raving fans. Anthony had a background in the insurance industry, which he found to be boring. When he heard people like Mark Cuban and Gary Vee talking about blockchain and NFTs, he became obsessed with the idea of digital ownership and removing gatekeepers and intermediaries. He wanted to be part of the 1% of people preparing for this major cultural shift.The Bulls and Apes project keeps...2023-02-0332 minNFTs Made SimpleBitcoin price is up 28% in 2023Bitcoin is up 28% just 2 weeks into January 2023. What could be causing this rush and what can we expect moving forward?In today’s episode, Mark and Dragon assess different factors that could be causing the bitcoin pump; FTX money looking for a home, inflation etc.They also discuss things to watch that could cause even bigger gains, like lightning wallets and loose monetary policy globally.What do you think will happen with bitcoin?TakeawaysBitcoin remains a trusted store of valueInflation vs deflationLightning wallet technology could lead to...2023-01-2018 minNFTs Made SimpleWill Artificial Intelligence Replace Humans?Artificial Intelligence is changing the workplace. AI will displace millions of jobs over the coming years. We are already seeing AI replace many positions. Last week we discussed copywriting and art, but the implications don’t stop there.Artificial Intelligence is being used in the medical field, education, and logistics. Today, we’re discussing some key implications and predictions of what role artificial intelligence plays in this new world.TakeawaysHow Artificial intelligence will impact the medical fieldHow AI will impact educationHow NFTs might play an important role in this new futureRes...2023-01-0625 minNFTs Made SimpleArtificial Intelligence Aps Lensa and ChatGPT Will Change the WorldArtificial Intelligence is changing the world. Programs like Lensa and chatGPT are changing the way we communicate. Artificial Intelligence can be used to make graphic art masterpieces with the input of just a few words or sample images.Artificial Intelligence can write hilarious stories with just a couple ideas.Today, Mark Savant and JC Dragon Dormick examine Vensa and ChatGPT, 2 of the hottest AI aps. TakeawaysLensa AI Art tool went completely viral getting 5.8 million downloads in just a few weeksChatGPT write's so well it's indistinguishable from humanWhat yo...2022-12-2321 minNFTs Made SimpleDogecoin Increased 35,000% - What Happens Next?Dogecoin’s value increased massively as it gained attention and support from influential people over the years. From 2013 - 2022, Dogecoin's value increased by 35,000%! Suddenly, Dogecoin is suddenly being taken seriously as a currency. Doge is even being used to purchase NBA tickets and fund space missions. Today, Dogecoin’s value has skyrocketed. With an unprecedented increase in value, today is an exciting time to be involved in crypto. Takeaways- Cryptocurrencies are only as valuable as perceived market value- Influencers have massiv...2022-11-2529 minNFTs Made SimpleDIMITRI NIKOLAKAKIS - How Ecommerce Brands Use NFTsDimitri Nikolakakis is the founder of Dimniko Agency, an eCommerce company that helps brands get noticed online and reach their target customers. He shares his experience in owning his first Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT and being part of their community where he receives exclusive benefits. What’s it actually like? Dimitri dishes out the details.As a serial entrepreneur and investor, Dimitri launched a project that empowers brands in the NFT and cryptocurrency domains. He helps their NFT collection drive sales and provides benefits for their customers. The project also opens doors for collaboration between brands. 2022-11-1133 minNFTs Made SimpleNFTs are Alive and Well - DR ADAM SCHEINERThe metaverse opens new possibilities for people to communicate with each other and for innovations to thrive. The benefits of the metaverse are not exclusive to the tech industry. Medicine also paves new ways of treatment through the virtual platform. In this episode, Adam Scheiner takes Mark and Dragon on a virtual tour of his mansion. As a plastic surgeon, Adam finds ways to innovate treatments for a variety of conditions to achieve lasting results. Considering the potentials of the metaverse and virtual reality, Adam got involved with the tech industry, marrying both medicine and technology. 2022-10-1938 minNFTs Made SimpleNFT Scams (and How to Avoid Them)With the rising popularity of Web3 and NFTs, scams have grown exponentially in recent years. The best way to avoid them is to be vigilant at all times. In this episode, Mark and Dragon discuss the various types of scams that plague the Web3 domain, especially in the cryptocurrency and NFT space. Clicking on random links, responding to unknown callers, and giving out information to strangers who pose as acquaintances are among some of the notorious scams out there. Like every issue, it can be overcome by turning away from it...2022-10-0625 minNFTs Made SimpleIs Zuckerberg's Metaverse a Failure?Virtual reality is getting integrated into people’s lives sooner than anyone can predict. With Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta being at the forefront of this new digital revolution, this technology is going to change the way people live, connect, communicate, and do business the same way that social media has changed the world. Despite the backlash that Zuckerberg receives from critics, he and his company are taking great leaps in improving the quality of Horizon Worlds, Meta’s metaverse platform. In his recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, he unveiled plans about the progres...2022-09-2722 minNFTs Made SimpleThe Ethereum Merge Happened - This is what you need to knowThe Ethereum Merge paved the way for skeptics about cryptocurrency to see this new digital investment in a new light. Ethereum has gone the extra mile in making transactions easy and environmental-friendly. With the proof of stake replacing proof of work, the blockchain has the potential to help reduce the world’s energy consumption to about 0.2%. The proof of stake system works as if you are putting money in a bank and leaving it untouched until you get a profitable return. Not only will this provide an easy way to reap your returns of inv...2022-09-2016 minNFTs Made SimpleHow NFTs will drive the Influencer Economy w/ Carlos DiazCarlos Diaz is the founder of Uncut.FM. When the internet and social media were still in their infancy stage, Carlos was already an active participant and creator of the digital space. He has dedicated his career to the tech industry by launching startups and businesses. With his own podcast platform, Carlos empowers his community by sharing with them his NFT revenue and giving them a chance to be shareholders of his business. The creator economy flourishes further as Web3 opens doors for more creative projects with lucrative opportunities. As NF...2022-09-1341 minNFTs Made SimpleXander Simms - The Future of Metaverse ArtXander Simms is a Web3 artist who leverages the creative and multi-dimensional potentials of the metaverse. He is the CEO and co-founder of Digital Storytellers Inc., a company that specializes in elevating brands in metaverse platforms. Xander’s ardent interest and expertise with Web3 led to collaborations with metaverse building platforms such as Cavrnus and Ozone Metaverse where users design and engineer their own augmented reality. In this episode, Xander shares how Web3 unlocks human creativity and complements human authenticity with its vast and limitless potential, and how virtual reality plat...2022-09-0630 minNFTs Made SimpleMitch Jackson - Metaverse Attorney in Virtual RealityMitch Jackson is an award-winning attorney in California with a 36-year career in legal practice. As the Web3 and the Metaverse begin to increase in popularity, Mitch sees these technologies as a new cultural shift for integral communication, apart from being just a new digital platform for entertainment. With his son, he co-founded ManeuVR, a Metaverse and Web3-focused start-up that champions entrepreneurs, business owners, and creators. They help them maximize the potential of virtual reality for setting up meetings, closing business deals, proposing negotiations, connecting with colleagues and acquaintances, and succeeding with their b...2022-08-3034 minNFTs Made SimpleEzrawithacamera.eth - NFTs are Digital and PhysicalThe potential benefits of NFTs are endless. For Ezra (@ezrawithacamera on Instagram), these tokens are more than just digital assets. They are tickets to exclusive events, content and opportunities!As the moderator for One37pm’s Twitter page, Ezra enjoys a fulfilling career in one of Garyvee’s companies. He earned the job from his own initiative - creating a spreadsheet that lists all the possible answers and data about NFTs. By posting the spreadsheet on Twitter and tagging Garyvee, Ezra stood out among the rest of the applicants.Ezra’s knowledge and passion for NF...2022-08-1526 minNFTs Made SimpleETH and ETH 2.0 - Proof of Work vs Proof of StakeEthereum is evolving. This September, they’re gonna transition from proof-of-work and will merge with the Beacon Chain proof-of-stake system. The massive shift - or The Merge as they call it - will reduce their energy consumption for environmental-friendly mining without affecting previous transactions in the blockchain. That means your funds or wallet will be completely fine. With an upgrade that considers real-world impacts, Ethereum is taking a new direction for cryptocurrency’s promising and less harmful future. ResourcesLearn more about The Merg...2022-08-0921 minNFTs Made SimpleRobert Kain - Copyright Law and NFTsNFTs are part of a new wave of digital currency. While their popularity soars high in ecommerce, how do they fare in the legal standpoint? Florida-based Attorney Robert Kain explains how NFTs are more than just digital images but are assets that can get you access to lucrative opportunities. Like modern-day currencies, NFTs need legal support to secure their investors’ ownership and protect them from potential hackers.Robert also cites the legal aspects that cover NFT copyright and how this can be traced through the data embedded in the blockchain. Wit...2022-08-0239 minNFTs Made SimpleCool Corporate NFT ProjectsThere is a reason why big brands like Nike, Adidas, Coca-Cola, and McDonald’s stay on top of their game. They innovate.Launching their own NFT projects, iconic brands introduce new ways for their audience to get on board the NFT and cryptocurrency fleet. Whether it’s releasing an image of uniquely designed shoes, featuring a token that shows a new dish on their menu, or unveiling digital collectibles used in metaverse platforms, massive businesses acknowledge the lucrative possibilities of digital technology’s future. These projects also provide benefits for investo...2022-07-2027 minNFTs Made SimpleCopywriter and Content With Alan CarrollAlan Carroll is confident about the future of NFTs, even in the midst of the crypto winter. As a copywriter and content creator at VaynerMedia, Alan has firsthand knowledge about the potential things that NFTs can do apart from being digital assets. In this episode led by Dragon, Alan gives insight about the value of NFTs and the best investments. His career at VaynerMedia has given him incredible opportunities to learn from experts of the digital space and attendance to extraordinary events such as VeeCon. With the rise of Utility NFTs, Alan explains that ow...2022-07-1425 minNFTs Made SimpleNFT and Chill Time with the MayorIn the midst of the crypto winter, how does one find time to chill? Based Fish Mafia Social Media Director Tyler Greenfield believes that this phase is just a beginning of the promising future of NFTs. Tyler hosts the NFT and Chill Podcast, a show that aims to educate and raise awareness about the value of NFTs and the trends in the digital space. With the gradual integration of NFTs as a global currency, projects and communities have the potential to connect people in different parts of the world. ...2022-07-1230 minNFTs Made SimpleThe Past, Present, and Future of NFTs Made SimpleIn this 25th episode of the NFTs Made Simple Podcast, Mark and Dragon recall everything they’ve learned as hosts and co-founders of the program and in their NFT journey. What started out as an idea between two dads sharing the same interests with NFTs and cryptocurrency has now become a show where listeners can learn from. It’s a testament that investments can truly grow over time. As an educational and informational resource for NFT-related topics, the show will go on to cover more discussions about the trends of all things NFTs. As digit...2022-06-2821 minNFTs Made SimpleMetaverse InnovationsThe metaverse is not just a concept, but it is now considered to be an important part of reality. Imagine being present in a digital domain where you can meet with people from different places, collaborate on promising projects, play games for entertainment and leisure, and earn with your digital properties. The metaverse is not just a place which you can access through your screen like websites on the internet; it is an experience where anything is possible. The benefits of the metaverse for the economy are endless. Within this digital space, e...2022-06-2124 minNFTs Made SimpleAndy Storch - Veefriends and Veecon NFT RoundupAndy Storch is the host of My NFT Journey Podcast. His NFT journey started when he and his wife ventured into cryptocurrency in January 2021. In May that year, he bought his first NFT, which is part of the collection of Gary Vee’s Veefriends. Today, Andy owns six tokens from the collection’s first series. After Gary Vee launched the second series of the project in April this year, Andy purchased an additional 15 tokens. With the successful launch of both series, Andy is confident that Gary Vee’s upcoming projects will follow suit. As an act...2022-06-1421 minNFTs Made SimpleBored Ape Yacht Club - the Past, Present, and FutureBored Apes is a collection of cartoon ape images minted as NFTs. They may show disinterested faces in a variety of clothes and styles, but their worth is far from uninteresting. As one of the most popular NFT collections on the Ethereum blockchain, the project has seen record-breaking sales in crypto transactions, with one of the 10,000 images reaching 740 ETH. That’s equivalent to $2.9 million in September 2021. Its massive popularity is attributed to celebrity influence, with the industry’s most famous names purchasing and owning an image. From iconic musicians like Madonna, Snoop Dogg, and DJ S...2022-06-0726 minNFTs Made SimpleThe Death Of NFTs?The value of NFTs has plummeted, but you should not be worried. The value keeps changing. While this year started with a high demand for NFTs, the recent months have seen its value drop.This isn’t the first time that the crypto winter entered the crypto space. In 2018, the winter lasted for a year. For many investors, this drop discouraged a lot of traders and investors. Factors like inflation, potential recession, and stagnation may have contributed to the free-fall, but some experts like Warren Buffet would argue that times like this are an op...2022-05-3116 minNFTs Made SimpleMark Mackenzie - NFTs in a Bear Market with an OG EngineerMark Mackenzie has been involved with cryptocurrency and blockchain for a decade now. Back when Bitcoin was still in its early stages, Mark already believed in its financial prospects. He got introduced to NFTs in 2020 and participated in a community that invested in them. The promising returns and revenue he got from his investments encouraged him to scale and launched his own projects. His most recent project, Megapont, a digital universe made of pixel art, is gaining traction among NFT communities. Part of his ongoing success is the value of communities. ...2022-05-2435 minNFTs Made SimpleVeefriends NFT History and FutureGary Vee is one of the most popular internet entrepreneurs today. That’s because he is always eager to take every valuable opportunity to grow his business and brand. He is known for always trying out something new and for achieving success in most of his investments. Now that NFTs are on the rise, Gary takes the reins with his NFT collection, Veefriends. What started out as his sketches meant to be cartoon characters and collectibles have now become part of his extensive NFT project. When NFTs offered a chance for investors to earn a p...2022-05-1719 minNFTs Made SimpleNFTs and Ethereum Prices Collapse - Survive the NFT Bear MarketEthereum is down nearly 30% in the past month and some NFT values are dropping even more!Is the crypto winter here? Is this just an economic bear market?Today, we're evaluating the current economic market, noting trends, and considering options for holding and selling our Ethereum and NFTs.https://www.bankrate.com/investing/warren-buffett-top-investment-advice/https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/08/stock-futures-fall-as-wall-street-looks-to-stabilize-after-rollercoaster-week.htmlhttps://www.coinbase.com/price/ethereum-22022-05-1011 minNFTs Made SimpleNFT YouTube Channels To WatchYou can learn a lot about NFTs and cryptocurrency from the content you consume and the channels you subscribe to. You can find a lot of sources on YouTube. Whether you’re new to the scene or you’re seeking tips to achieve success in your projects and investment, there are videos and channels that cater to your specific needs. The key is to find people who are passionate about teaching you and giving you helpful advice on your NFT journey. What better way to become an expert on NFTs than to learn the topics in simp...2022-05-0313 minNFTs Made SimpleHow to Find NFT CommunitiesWhen you get started with your NFT journey, joining communities will help you learn a lot about the process and increase your chances of getting those rewards. There are a lot of communities on social media, and they’re mostly composed of people who have put the time and effort into their NFT experience. Checking the right sources also matters. There’s actually a website where you can learn more about NFTs and cryptocurrency in general. Cointelegraph gives a constant update about the latest NFT news, projects, and collections. Twitter, Discord...2022-04-2618 minNFTs Made SimpleVeefriends Series 2 Raffle - How to PlayKeeping up with NFT trends requires a lot of learning, especially when the advantages they give you in the crypto space keep growing. Gary Vaynerchuk’s Veefriends collection provides you with the opportunity to be part of a community that supports you on your NFT journey. One of this show’s listeners actually got accepted into that community. After listening to one of the episodes, he went ahead and bought a token from the Veefriends collection and is now part of the series’ friends list. You are qualified to join the Veefriends Series 2 Raffle if you have...2022-04-1917 minNFTs Made SimpleCool NFT InnovationsNFT innovations are announced every day. We hear a lot about the emergence of the metaverse, especially when social media platforms or online communities are launching their own. NFTs may appear as digital images, but they can be utilized in the metaverse. It is the same way that crypto coins can be used as money to purchase digital assets in these spaces.As the metaverse helps connect people from different locations around the world, NFTs also open doors for you to expand your network. Whether you’re still in the early stages of learning or you have be...2022-04-1227 minNFTs Made SimpleEthereum vs Solana with Nick OxfordNick Oxford is a coder and an entrepreneur. He is also an expert in the crypto space. While taking a job as a software developer at Peloton, he learned to code. He got interested in digital art in 2020 and learned about NFTs a year after. Today, Nick explains the differences between two of the most popular NFT blockchains today - Ethereum and Solana. Their major differences include the resources used to mint the tokens, the recording speed of the transaction process, the cost of gas fees, and the gaps between proof-of-work and proof-of-stake. Despite their differences, acquiring N...2022-04-0532 minNFTs Made SimpleWe Bought Book Games NFTs from Gary VeeWhen deciding to purchase an NFT, you have to consider who’s selling them. This is one way of knowing that the token is legitimate. You will be sure to know that the seller has done thorough research and has credible knowledge of the workings of the crypto space. This can be a popular internet personality and entrepreneurs like Gary Vaynerchuk or someone who is an expert on cryptocurrency. Book game tokens are fairly recent examples of NFT innovations. Launched by Gary Vee in January this year, it provides holders exclusive access to sports car...2022-04-0121 minNFTs Made SimpleHow to Buy a NFTNFTs are part of the new currency, and they are be here to stay. When it comes to purchasing them, it’s best to be well-informed before making decisions. Learning about NFTs is one way to get yourself educated. That’s what this show is for. It’s best to be conscious about your decisions so you won’t regret their consequences. The least you want to happen is for your hard-earned money to go to waste.Buying NFTs means identifying credible sources. Influencers or entrepreneurs often release collections during the big drop. But it’s important...2022-03-2921 minNFTs Made SimpleNFT innovations. NFTs in the NBA, Gaming and MusicWhenever you think of a NFT, a digital image usually pops up, but did you know that songs and videos can also be NFTs? NFTs come in many forms. Ever seen your favorite athlete dunking a ball into the ring? That moment - captured in video - can be a NFT. You can buy that clip, own it, and you can sell it. Sounds crazy, right?NFTs are about ownership. Acquiring a NFT means having rights and license over it. That means you get credited for a clip if it gets replayed, shared, or...2022-03-2215 minNFTs Made SimpleHow to Choose your First NFTWhat is the best NFT project for you? Which NFT is going to increase in value and utiliity?These are important questions and factors we're covering in this episode.There's a number of questions to consider on a personal level.When is the right time to purchase a NFT before it’s price goes beyond our reach? How do we avoid buying into the hype? Is this about finding the NFT we want to own, or is it about finding one that will quickly gain value for resale? Should we look for N...2022-03-1522 minNFTs Made SimpleDigital Marketplaces Made Simple | Where to Buy NFTsReady to buy a NFT? The best place to go is a digital marketplace.Like physical markets, the marketplace for NFT’s is a place to buy and sell goods. The only difference is that this marketplace is digital! With Cryptocurrency, you can buy and sell digital assets like NFT’s in a digital marketplace. This marketplace is also used to store, display and even create NFT’s for all to see. When you buy or sell an NFT, you own it, but it's still displayed in the marketplace for others to offer you bids to purch...2022-03-0813 minNFTs Made SimpleSecret Recovery Phrase Made SimpleEver had your credit card stolen? Ever had an account hacked? It's not a good feeling.The good news is Blockchain offers much higher security and resiliency from hacking. This starts with a secret recovery phrase.A secret recovery phrase is a sequence of twelve words which serves as the Master Key generated by your wallet. Basically, it's a password. This is often used to safeguard hot wallets like Metamask.These twelve words are there to help you recover cryptocurrency or NFTs in your wallet. This phrase safeguards the assets from hackers.2022-03-0113 minNFTs Made SimpleDigital Wallets Made SimpleThe beauty of crypto and NFTs is they don't require bank accounts. So if this is the case, where do you save your assets? In a digital wallet.A digital wallet is an app that allows cryptocurrency holders to store and retrieve their digital assets. When a user acquires cryptocurrency (or NFT), you store it in a wallet. You then can make transactions, such as the purchasing a NFT. There are Hot and Cold wallets. Both with pros and cons. A hot wallet lives online and makes it easier to transact with others, bu...2022-02-2616 minNFTs Made SimpleThe Best Part of the Community is You!Thank you for being part of this growing community. We've got plans to build a thriving, trusted resource for you. We need your help!Leave a 5 star review and share the podcast with a friend.Together, we will make NFTs accessible, practical, and fun!https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/NFTsMadeSimple2022-02-2402 minNFTs Made SimpleWeb 3.0 Made SimpleWeb 3 is the hot buzz word, but what is web 3.0? How is it different than the current form of the internet?To understand Web 3, we need to start with the birth of the Internet aka “Web 1.0”. Basically, a place to go search for information. We now live in a “Web 2.0” world. It is made up of peer to peer connection. Basically, Web 2.0 is social media. These breakthrough technological advances also create problems. Problems like centralization of power and information through large companies and governments. You don't actually "own" your Facebook content. Facebook owns the content...2022-02-2318 minNFTs Made SimpleNFTs Made SimpleChristie's Auction house sold a NFT for $69 million dollars. WHY?! So, to understand why, you've got to know a NFT is much more than a JPEG. Let's break it down.First lets identify what a Fungible good is. It's an item that is interchangeable because it's replicable. dollar bills are a great example of a fungible good.A Non Fungible good is rare, unique, and non replicable. A simple example would be a trading card or original piece of art. The more rare the more valuable. A NFT (Non Fungible Token) is a d...2022-02-2319 minNFTs Made SimpleBlockchain Made SimpleIn 10 years, every transaction will be performed on a blockchain. Sound important? It is. Let's break it down.A Blockchain is a digital ledger. It's a list of transactions that anyone can view and verify. As an example, the Bitcoin Blockchain carries a record of every time any one buys, sells or sends the bitcoin cryptocurrency. It's a fully transparent and fully public digital leger. In this episode, we're going to give you some examples, and get you comfortable with the idea of the blockchain, where it lives, how it is used.2022-02-2315 minNFTs Made SimpleCryptocurrency Made SimpleCryptocurrency has a 3 trillion dollar market cap. Is this just black market computer cash, or is there something more? Let's break it down.Crypto is a digital or virtual currency that is secured by cryptography which makes it nearly impossible to counterfeit or double spend. Cryptocurrencies are decentralized and based on blockchain technology. For example, Bitcoin lives on the Bitcoin blockchain, Ethereum lives on the Ethereum Blockchain, etcWhat does it mean to own cryptocurrency and what is its value? Cryptocurrency is becoming a household asset seen as a store of value or even transactional...2022-02-2316 minNFTs Made SimpleWelcome to NFTs Made SimpleThe NFTs Made Simple podcast is going to help you win with NFTs.The internet is changing. Web 3, cryptocurrency, the metaverse all seem like foreign concepts, but they will change every aspect of our lives in the coming years.The good news?You don't need to be an engineer.You don't need to learn to code.You don't need to spend thousands of hours.You just need to understand core concepts to avoid scams and win.In this show, we highlight new technology, fresh creators, innovative NFT...2022-02-2313 min