The NFT space is not new to controversy. Earlier this fall, Beeple’s own “prank” with the Nakamigos collection sparked one such fiery exchange. Sure, it was a risk-free bit of satire, but when does satire become market manipulation? In this article, we’ll examine the ethical dimensions of Beeple’s intervention. It...
The dust has cleared, at least a little, on Beeple’s latest caper. His Nakamigos “V0 Punks” stunt recently sent shockwaves, or maybe ripples, through the NFT ecosystem. The issue isn’t whether that was funny, clever, or weird. The real question is: at whose expense?Humor or Harmful Market Manipulation?Let's be clear:...
Beeple was also recently on hand to deliver a super exciting, recorded TALK LIVE discussion with Matt Hall and John Watkinson, founders of CryptoPunks. This announcement has created a euphoria in the digital collectibles industry. The move, which some view as a troll, has significantly impacted Nakamigos, a popular NFT...
Okay, let's cut to the chase: Beeple's latest escapade with the Nakamigos NFT collection. On the face of it, it’s an elaborate prank, a piece of performance art gone digital. He creates an elaborate fake interview, claims Nakamigos are the true OG punks, and suddenly, the price soars to the...