Fri. 04/30 - Human Memes Are Taking Back What They’re Owed
People who accidentally became memes are using NFTs to regain a sense of ownership over their likenesses––and make some pretty nice chunks of change. Scotland could become the first “rewilding nation.” And another shortage report. This time: computer chips.
Links:
The World Knows Her as 'Disaster Girl.' She Just Made $500,000 Off the Meme. (NY Times)
They were ancient internet memes. Now NFTs are making them rich (Wired)
NFTs Are Hot. So Is Their Effect on the Earth’s Climate (Wired)
NFTs, explained: what they are, and why they're suddenly worth millions (The Verge)
The climate controversy…
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