Melania Trump Takes a Dive into the NFT Sea
Former First Lady Melania Trump has launched her own NFT platform, debuting with a limited edition digital artwork titled Melania’s Vision.
Featuring a watercolor art piece by Marc-Antoine Coulon, this NFT will cost about 1 SOL, equivalent to $150. Moreover, buyers will receive an audio recording from the lady herself. A portion of the proceeds aims to support children in the foster care system, though specific numbers remain SHH—like a toddler in a library.
A Movie Production with a Twist of Decentralization
Arabian Camels, known for their extensive Ethereum-based NFT collection, is venturing into filmmaking. In collaboration with Swapp Protocol, they plan to produce Antara, a $50 million film capturing the adventurous escapades of a legendary Arabian knight and poet.
Distributors can purchase up to 50% of the film’s intellectual property rights, doing away with traditional funding risks. Producer Alexander Amaratei stated, “This system allows films to be owned by the fans, the NFT owners,” proving yet again that movies may finally belong to the people.
Time to Show Off: Danvas and Physical NFT Exhibitions
Ever wondered how to flaunt your digital prized possessions? Enter Danvas, a startup that recently raised $7 million to help NFT owners showcase their artworks in style. Think luxurious displays akin to museum quality. Jeanne Anderson, CEO, calls this the dawn of a digital art renaissance—no monocle required.
Whitney Houston’s Voice Lives Again as an NFT
In music news that has everyone buzzing, a never-before-heard recording of Whitney Houston, recorded when she was just 17, was auctioned off for a whopping $999,999 on the OneOf platform. Buyers received exclusive rights and a music video created by rising NFT artist Diana Sinclair, making it a true collector’s item.
Applebee’s Goes Meta with ‘Metaverse Mondays’
Finally, Applebee’s is not just serving burgers; they are serving NFTs too! Each Monday in December marks the release of a new NFT. The first was a colorful burger created by artist Amber Vittoria, priced at just $25. But wait, there’s more—a gift card worth $1,300 for a year’s supply of burgers? Yes, please!
Other Bits and Bytes
South Park took a swipe at NFTs in their recent episode, presenting a rather dystopian outlook. Meanwhile, Adidas flexed their digital muscles with the launch of their NFT collection Into the Metaverse, hinting at exciting future access to products and services. Who knew the future could be this tasty?
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