# NFT Related Articles

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US SEC and CFTC Jointly "Unbind": Crypto Assets Are "Digital Commodities" Not "Securities"

The U.S. SEC and CFTC have jointly issued new interpretive guidance clarifying that most crypto assets are not securities. Instead, they are classified as digital commodities, digital collectibles, digital tools, or stablecoins—provided stablecoin issuers do not pay interest. Only tokenized assets that represent traditional financial instruments are considered securities. Key classifications include: - Digital commodities (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) are non-securities whose value derives from utility and market dynamics. - Digital collectibles (e.g., NFTs, meme coins) are for collection or use. - Digital tools (e.g., membership tokens, credentials) serve functional purposes. - Stablecoins are non-securities if they do not pay yields. The guidance also states that DeFi mining, staking, wrapped assets, and airdrops generally do not constitute securities offerings—unless airdrops require active effort (creating an investment contract risk). Notably, a token initially sold as a security can later be reclassified as a non-security if it becomes decentralized or gains utility. This clarity is expected to benefit crypto IPOs (e.g., exchanges like OKX and Kraken), DeFi protocols, and prediction markets like Polymarket by reducing regulatory uncertainty and attracting institutional liquidity. However, increased regulatory alignment may reduce innovation in gray areas and raise compliance costs. Overall, the move signals tighter integration with mainstream finance, potentially ensuring the industry’s broader adoption and stability.

Odaily星球日报03/18 10:18

US SEC and CFTC Jointly "Unbind": Crypto Assets Are "Digital Commodities" Not "Securities"

Odaily星球日报03/18 10:18

$SEA token delayed: OpenSea chooses market timing over a rushed launch

OpenSea has delayed the launch of its $SEA token, citing challenging market conditions across the crypto sector. CEO Devin Finzer emphasized that the token "only launches once," and the company prefers to wait for a more favorable environment rather than rushing the release during a period of weak market sentiment. To maintain user engagement, OpenSea is implementing several interim measures: cutting trading fees to 0% for 60 days, offering fee refunds to eligible users (who must forfeit earned "Treasures" points), and discontinuing its "Waves" rewards system in favor of a clearer timeline from the OpenSea Foundation. The decision reflects the current state of the NFT market, which, despite some recent growth, remains significantly smaller and less liquid than during its 2021 peak. With the broader crypto market also experiencing a slowdown—evidenced by the Fear and Greed Index lingering in the "fear" zone—OpenSea aims to launch $SEA only when both platform and market conditions improve.

ambcrypto03/17 10:44

$SEA token delayed: OpenSea chooses market timing over a rushed launch

ambcrypto03/17 10:44

Conversation with CoinGecko CEO: Building a Crypto Data Platform from Scratch with $200, Regularly Evaluating Acquisition Intentions

Bobby Ong, co-founder and CEO of CoinGecko, built the cryptocurrency data platform from scratch with just $200 over 12 years, without venture capital. In a recent interview, he shared his journey into crypto in 2013, driven by an economics background and interest in Bitcoin's fixed supply and self-custody model. He remains optimistic about NFTs, viewing them as essential for tokenizing real-world assets, though he believes future crypto winners have yet to emerge. Ong discussed CoinGecko’s origins, including its name choice for being adaptable and fun, and highlighted the 2021 DeFi boom as a key growth driver, as the platform was early to track DeFi tokens. He explained the company’s decision to avoid VC funding, which fostered creativity and disciplined, low-cost marketing like SEO optimization. When comparing CoinGecko to competitor CoinMarketCap, Ong acknowledged CoinMarketCap’s stronger SEO due to earlier market entry but emphasized CoinGecko’s broader token coverage and data accuracy. He also addressed rumors about a potential $500 million sale, stating that while CoinGecko regularly evaluates strategic options, including acquisitions, there is no perfect timing for such decisions—it depends on the team and circumstances.

marsbit03/15 07:15

Conversation with CoinGecko CEO: Building a Crypto Data Platform from Scratch with $200, Regularly Evaluating Acquisition Intentions

marsbit03/15 07:15

The True Replay of the Internet Bubble Is Web3, Not AI

Author TVBee argues that Web3, not AI, is the true reenactment of the 2000 dot-com bubble. The article compares the three sectors: the historical internet bubble, the current AI boom, and Web3. During the 2000 bubble, capital was focused on the supply side with many unprofitable companies, while demand-side applications were scarce due to limited internet access and primitive technology. In contrast, the current AI boom is primarily driven by infrastructure leaders like NVIDIA and AMD, which have substantial profits. Demand-side applications, such as various AI models and tools, are growing and integrating into more use cases, though the ecosystem is still developing. Web3, however, is criticized for its significant supply-side speculation with high valuations based on minimal revenue (e.g., ZKsync's $1.76B市值 vs. $458 daily income). Demand-side applications are limited mostly to DeFi, memecoins, and prediction markets, with much activity driven by airdrop farming rather than genuine utility. The author concludes that Web3, with its hype-driven capital and lack of practical products, mirrors the 2000 bubble most closely. Predictions include a likely U.S. stock market correction (but not a crash), a moderate impact on Bitcoin, and a prolonged, painful consolidation for altcoins to separate valuable projects from speculative ones. The author warns that the altcoin market decline since late 2024 is not yet over.

marsbit03/13 09:31

The True Replay of the Internet Bubble Is Web3, Not AI

marsbit03/13 09:31

Dialogue with HashKey's Xiao Feng: Digital Identity Must Be Granted to AI Agents to Enhance Trustworthiness

In an interview, HashKey CEO Dr. Xiao Feng discussed the integration of AI and blockchain, emphasizing the need for AI Agents to have verifiable digital identities. He argued that as AI Agents like OpenClaw become more autonomous and economically active, they require independent digital identities and native wallet accounts, rather than traditional banking systems. Blockchain technology, particularly through non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and soulbound tokens, can provide these identities, ensuring security and accountability. Dr. Xiao also mentioned HashKey’s participation in the Agent Payment Protocol (AP2) alliance, which explores stablecoin payments and on-chain settlements for AI Agents. He predicted that individuals may eventually manage up to 50 AI Agents, significantly enhancing daily efficiency. Additionally, he highlighted Hong Kong’s potential to become a global digital asset hub, leveraging its unique position and resources within China’s broader technological and economic landscape.

marsbit03/13 01:28

Dialogue with HashKey's Xiao Feng: Digital Identity Must Be Granted to AI Agents to Enhance Trustworthiness

marsbit03/13 01:28

Don't Rush to Declare Crypto Dead, AI Is Reviving It

Summary: The article argues that AI is revitalizing the crypto space by enabling an emerging "agent economy" where AI agents autonomously conduct transactions on-chain. It notes crypto's stagnation since 2021 but highlights how AI agents could drive demand. Key projects like Bankr and Venice, alongside infrastructure from Stripe and Coinbase, are building the foundation for this shift. The piece explains why blockchains are ideal for agent economies due to standards like ERC-8004 (digital identity), x402 (micro-payments), and stablecoins (global currency). Current on-chain agent activities include deploying apps, creating content, trading DeFi, and even hiring humans. With major tech companies racing to develop agent infrastructure and AI capabilities growing exponentially, the author concludes that the agent economy—though still early—is too significant to ignore.

比推03/12 22:03

Don't Rush to Declare Crypto Dead, AI Is Reviving It

比推03/12 22:03

Crypto Gaming Enters New Era With Pudgy World’s Debut

Pudgy Penguins has launched its browser-based crypto game, "Pudgy World," marking a new era for NFT games. The free-to-play game emphasizes creative freedom, community, and accessibility, requiring no downloads. Players explore a virtual world, complete quests, and customize penguin avatars. Notably, the game minimizes its crypto elements: it operates without visible wallets, seed phrases, or complex blockchain jargon, prioritizing gameplay instead. This "no-crypto" approach aligns with Pudgy Penguins' strategy to make blockchain an invisible infrastructure supporting ownership and rewards. The launch also integrates physical toys with digital experiences through QR codes, further expanding the brand's ecosystem.

bitcoinist03/11 01:02

Crypto Gaming Enters New Era With Pudgy World’s Debut

bitcoinist03/11 01:02

Flow Foundation Fights Korean Delisting After Binance Clears Crypto Security Fears

Flow Foundation and Dapper Labs have filed a motion with the Seoul Central District Court to halt the planned delisting of FLOW on major South Korean exchanges Upbit, Bithumb, and Coinone. The delisting followed a December protocol-level exploit that allowed the minting of duplicate tokens, though no user funds were lost. While global exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken have since reviewed and fully restored FLOW trading—with Binance removing its monitoring tag—Korean platforms maintained heightened scrutiny. Flow expressed gratitude for the Korean community’s support and emphasized its commitment to the market through legal action, potential new listings, and ecosystem development. Despite regulatory challenges, Flow’s network continues to attract major partners like Disney and the NBA, with strong consumer adoption and NFT distribution.

bitcoinist03/10 10:36

Flow Foundation Fights Korean Delisting After Binance Clears Crypto Security Fears

bitcoinist03/10 10:36

When AI Takes Over Productivity, Which Web3 Jobs Begin to Disappear?

In the evolving landscape of Web3, the integration of AI and automation is reshaping the job market, leading to the decline of certain roles while creating new opportunities. Jobs that involve repetitive or standardized tasks are increasingly being automated. These include: - Junior Solidity developers, as AI can generate standard smart contract code. - Web3 researchers/analysts, with AI handling data analysis and report generation. - Community managers and customer support roles, replaced by AI-driven communication systems. - Crypto traders, outperformed by AI in speed, data processing, and execution. - NFT content creators and low-barrier NFT creators, as generative AI produces art quickly, reducing demand for basic creative work. Simultaneously, new roles are emerging that require interdisciplinary skills: - AI × Web3 architects, designing integrated AI-blockchain systems. - AI Agent training coordinators, managing multi-agent behaviors in DeFi and DAOs. - Web3 prompt engineers, crafting prompts for code generation and AI interactions. - AI on-chain data analysts, extracting insights from blockchain data using AI models. - AI-powered smart contract auditors, enhancing security with automated tools. - Web3 automation strategy designers, developing algorithmic systems for DeFi. Overall, Web3 teams are becoming smaller but more efficient, with a growing emphasis on advanced, cross-disciplinary expertise in architecture, security, and innovation. AI is not diminishing Web3’s potential but is driving it into a new phase of growth, where creativity and technical depth are paramount.

比推03/05 06:00

When AI Takes Over Productivity, Which Web3 Jobs Begin to Disappear?

比推03/05 06:00

Hot Interaction Collection | Perle Labs New Q&A Task; Perceptron Network Idle Earnings (March 4th)

This article introduces three interactive platforms offering tasks and airdrop opportunities: Perle Labs, Perceptron Network, and InventMoney. Perle Labs is an AI training data platform powered by human experts, with $17.5M in funding. Users connect a Solana wallet, complete marketplace tasks, and answer questions on X (Twitter) to qualify for an NFT airdrop. Submissions close on March 8. Perceptron Network is a decentralized AI data network. Users download a Chrome extension, register with an email, and earn points by leaving the background service running. InventMoney is a Web3 fintech super-app for online earners, with $4M in pre-seed funding. Users register via email, complete profile setup, and perform missions to earn token points.

Odaily星球日报03/04 08:27

Hot Interaction Collection | Perle Labs New Q&A Task; Perceptron Network Idle Earnings (March 4th)