Think NFTs died with the 2021 boom? Think again. While the speculative frenzy faded and market cap corrected sharply (now ~$2-3B range with active wallets holding strong), the tech quietly matured into something genuinely powerful.
At their core, NFTs deliver verifiable, decentralized ownership on the blockchain – solving real digital problems like provenance, scarcity, and fraud that copies can't touch. Creators (artists, musicians, writers) monetize directly with royalties on resales, no middlemen needed. In gaming, true ownership of in-game assets empowers players and unlocks new economies. Beyond that: event tickets, membership credentials, real-world asset links, and even sustainable luxury proofs.
2026 shows a "grown-up" shift: utility > speculation. Ethereum volumes surged, Bitcoin Ordinals rose, and dedicated collectors (not flippers) keep driving ~$300M monthly activity. It's not about quick riches anymore – it's infrastructure for digital ownership in Web3's future.
The hype bubble burst, but the real value emerged. What do you think – are NFTs finding their true purpose now, or still overhyped?
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