Richelle Steyn

Art lover and tech geek. Using Art and Web3 to create worth.

Joined: August 4, 2023
Articles: 21

Crypto Art Auctions, Culture, Trends

Pak’s NFT “The Merge” has the Potential to Revolutionise the Art World

"The Merge" project was successful because it was able to tap into a global community of people who were interested in participating in an experiment to create a unique and decentralized work of art. This is a new type of collaborative crowdfunding that has the potential to revolutionize the way art is created, owned and funded.

Richelle Steyn
August 13, 2023

Crypto101, FTs

Security (Fungible) Tokens vs NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens)

Security tokens (fungible) represent ownership in real-world assets and are subject to securities regulations, while NFTs represent ownership of unique digital assets and used in various creative and entertainment-related applications.

Richelle Steyn
August 13, 2023

Collectors, Crypto101, Culture

Why do People Collect NFTs?

People have varying motivations for collecting NFTs. Some may see the value in owning digital assets, while others may prefer traditional physical collectibles. As the NFT space continues to evolve, ongoing research will shed more light on the intricacies of NFT collecting behavior and motivations.

Richelle Steyn
August 12, 2023

Crypto101, FTs

The difference between Crypto Coins and Tokens

Coins and tokens are both terms used in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space, but they refer to different types of digital assets with distinct technical characteristics. In summary, coins are native currencies of their respective blockchains, while tokens are digital assets built on existing blockchains using smart contracts and can represent a wide range of assets and utilities.

Richelle Steyn
August 12, 2023

Culture, South Africa, Trends

The Top-selling NFT Artists in South Africa

These are just a few of the many talented South African artists who are creating NFTs. The NFT market is still in its early stages, but it is growing rapidly, and South African artists are well-positioned to succeed in this new space.

Richelle Steyn
August 11, 2023

Fraud & Scams, Legal & Regulatory, South Africa

What happened to Invictus Capital, their NFT Lab and CEO Daniel Schwartzkopff?

In April 2022, just after the Out Of Africa NFT Collection was auctioned on OpenSea, the founder and CEO of Invictus Capital, Daniel Schwartzkopff was forced to tender his resignation during an Invictus board meeting. Invictus Capital is a regulated…

Richelle Steyn
August 10, 2023

Culture, South Africa

The South African “Out of Africa NFT Collection”

The Out of Africa NFT collection was a groundbreaking project that has changed the way that African art is seen and appreciated around the world. The collection is a testament to the talent of African artists, and it is a powerful example of how NFTs can be used to support African communities.

Richelle Steyn
August 7, 2023

Culture, Legal & Regulatory

Who bought Beeple’s NFT artwork “Everydays” ($69.3m)?

Who bought Beeple’s NFT artwork “Everydays” (.3m)?

The buyer of Beeple’s NFT artwork “Everydays: The First 5000 Days” was Vignesh Sundaresan, a cryptocurrency investor and the founder of the Metapurse NFT project. The artwork was purchased for $69.3 million at Christie’s in March 2021, making it the…

Richelle Steyn
August 7, 2023

Crypto101, GenArt

Generative Art, On and Off the Blockchain

Generative blockchain art often engages a new audience of collectors who are interested in owning unique digital items with verifiable scarcity. The NFT ecosystem fosters a sense of community among artists, collectors, and enthusiasts, with interactions often taking place on social media and blockchain platforms.

Richelle Steyn
August 6, 2023

Crypto101, Culture, Digital Artists

Beeple and the NFT “Everydays: The First 5000 Days”

The sale of "Everydays: The First 5000 Days" marked a significant moment in the NFT art world, not only for its historic price but also for the recognition of digital art's value and the transformative potential of NFTs. The artwork encapsulates Beeple's dedication to creativity and his innovative use of digital platforms to share his art with the world.

Richelle Steyn
August 6, 2023