Newsletter #169: What the Punk!
New documentary that is worth watching
This week’s featured collector is NFTPics
NFTPics is an artist who has been a photographer since 2008 and an NFT creator since 2021. Their Lazy collection features many of their beautiful photos. Check it out at lazy.com/nftpics
The results of last week’s poll: Do you think NFTs will significantly change how fans engage with sports in the next 5 years?
Last week’s poll explores the potential impact of NFTs on sports fan engagement over the next 5 years. Among respondents, opinions are divided, with a slight lean towards believing NFTs will bring significant changes. Half of those surveyed (50%) believe that NFTs will indeed substantially alter how fans interact with sports in the near future. However, there's also considerable skepticism, with 30% of respondents disagreeing with this notion. The remaining 20% are uncertain about NFTs' future influence on sports engagement. For NFT collectors, this poll suggests a mixed landscape of opportunity and uncertainty in the sports sector, with a notable portion of people anticipating NFTs to play an increasingly important role in fan experiences and interactions within the sporting world.
New Film Explores The Surprising Journey of CryptoPunks
Looking for something to watch? Check out "What the Punk!"—a newly released documentary that offers viewers a nuanced exploration of the CryptoPunks phenomenon, tracing its journey from a modest experiment by two Canadian programmers to a revolutionary force in digital art.
While the documentary highlights the project's historical significance in inspiring the ERC-721 standard and sparking the profile picture (PFP) movement in NFTs, it also presents a balanced view of its impact. The film features insights from prominent figures in the crypto art world, providing diverse perspectives on CryptoPunks' cultural and financial influence. Notably, the directors have taken care to make the subject accessible to a broader audience, avoiding technical jargon in favor of focusing on the human stories and artistic journey.
However, the documentary doesn't shy away from controversies, addressing critiques of the speculative nature of NFTs and exploring artistic responses like Robness's provocative burning of a CryptoPunk.
As a timely snapshot of a pivotal moment in the intersection of art, technology, and finance, "What the Punk!" may offer valuable context for understanding the ongoing evolution of digital ownership and creativity. While the long-term significance of CryptoPunks remains to be seen, this film provides an intriguing look at a project that has undeniably shaped conversations around digital art and collectibles in recent years.
“What the Punk!” is available to watch online here.
This week’s poll: What do you think has been CryptoPunks' most significant impact?
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