World NFT Day: Why we celebrate & its significance in tech
World NFT Day, observed on 20 September, is a global celebration that pays tribute to the revolutionary impact of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). These digital tokens have reshaped how we perceive ownership and authenticity in the realms of art, collectibles, and digital content.
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Highlights
- The roots of World NFT Day can be traced back to 20 September, 2017, a pivotal moment in the history of NFTs
- Since its inception, NFT market has experienced an astonishing surge
- NFT with their ability to represent ownership and authenticity of digital assets have sparked a revolution
In the realm of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have carved a unique niche for themselves. With their ability to represent ownership and authenticity of digital assets, NFTs have sparked a revolution in the world of art, collectibles, and digital content. World NFT Day, celebrated on 20 September, is an occasion that pays homage to the innovative potential and meteoric rise of these digital tokens.
The birth of World NFT Day
The roots of World NFT Day can be traced back to 20 September, 2017, a pivotal moment in the history of NFTs. Dete Shirley, the Chief Technology Officer of DapperLabs, coined the term ‘Non-Fungible Token.’ This marked the inception of a technology that would redefine the concept of ownership in the digital age.
The meteoric rise in NFT market cap
Since its humble beginnings, the NFT market has experienced an astonishing surge. Its ecosystem has grown from a niche segment of the blockchain world to a multi-billion-dollar industry. According to the report from Skyquest, NFT market size was valued at $16 billion (approx Rs.1.33 lakh crores) in 2021 and is poised to grow from $21.39 billion (approx Rs. 1.77 lakh crore) in 2022 to $212 billion (approx Rs. 17.64 lakh crore) by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 33.7% in the forecast period (2023-2030).
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One of the key drivers of this growth is the disruptive impact of NFTs on traditional industries. Artists, musicians, athletes, and creators of all kinds have found a new way to monetise their digital creations.
NFT’s: Beyond collectibles
World NFT Day goes beyond celebrating a specific date; it is a testament to the transformative power of NFTs. These tokens are not limited to collectibles but are changing the way we interact with digital content, art, and entertainment.
The NFT ecosystem has introduced innovative concepts like decentralised finance (DeFi) and blockchain gaming. Virtual real estate, in-game assets, and virtual goods have all become sought-after NFTs, pushing the boundaries of what these tokens can represent.
The future of NFTs
As World NFT Day unfolds, it also invites us to look ahead. The NFT space continues to evolve, with concepts like fractional ownership, dynamic NFTs, and enhanced utility gaining traction. NFTs are no longer confined to being collectibles; they are becoming integral to the metaverse, where physical and digital worlds converge.
In short, World NFT Day is a celebration of the past, present, and future of NFTs. It acknowledges the trailblazers who have shaped this ecosystem and the creators who continue to redefine digital ownership.
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