Richelle Steyn

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

Joined: August 4, 2023
Articles: 26

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

Crypto101, Culture, Digital Artists

Some of the best known NFTs

These examples showcase the diverse possibilities and creative potential of NFTs. They have also proven the appetite for unique, scarce, and innovative digital artworks among collectors and investors. As the NFT space continues to evolve, we can expect to see more innovation that pushes the boundaries of traditional art.

Richelle Steyn
August 6, 2023