Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs)
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Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs)
Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) are unique digital assets that represent ownership of a specific item or piece of content, such as artwork, music, videos, or even virtual real estate. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, which are fungible (meaning each unit is interchangeable with another), NFTs are non-fungible, meaning each token is distinct and carries its own unique value. NFTs are built on blockchain technology, typically using the Ethereum network and its ERC-721 standard, which ensures the authenticity, provenance, and scarcity of these digital assets. The creation and sale of NFTs have revolutionized the digital art market, allowing artists to monetize their work directly and providing collectors with verifiable ownership of rare digital items. The rise of NFTs has also sparked discussions about the future of digital ownership, intellectual property rights, and the potential for new forms of creative expression and economic models in the digital realm.
digital art, blockchain technology, digital ownership, intellectual property rights
CITATION : "Robert Anderson. 'Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs).' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/define/non-fungible-tokens-nfts?E=432259 (Accessed on October 14, 2026)"
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