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Get ready to celebrate International NFT Day on September 20th! This day has been around since 2019 and is a great opportunity to discover the world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). NFTs are digital collectibles that hold unique value, so it's definitely something worth celebrating. Whether you're already familiar with this new technology or just starting out, International NFT Day is the perfect time to learn more about how these tokens work and why they have become so popular in recent years.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Blockchain</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first blockchain, the technology that underpins NFTs, was conceptualised by Satoshi Nakamoto, providing a secure and unchangeable record of transactions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ethereum Debuts</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Ethereum platform was launched, introducing smart contracts and paving the way for the creation of different types of tokens, including NFTs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>CryptoKitties Phenomenon</div><div class='timeline-text'>CryptoKitties, one of the first NFTs, became immensely popular, illustrating the potential of digital collectibles on the blockchain.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>ERC-721 Standard Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>The ERC-721 standard was introduced on the Ethereum platform, establishing a common standard for the creation and trading of unique tokens.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First International NFT Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first International NFT Day was celebrated, recognising the importance and potential of Non-Fungible Tokens.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>NFT Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>The sale of artist Beeple's NFT artwork at Christie's for $69 million marks the explosion of NFTs into mainstream consciousness.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own NFT</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Creating your own Non-Fungible Token (NFT) is a great way to celebrate International NFT Day. It's an exciting way to show off your creativity and use the power of blockchain technology.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Trade your existing NFTs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you already have some non-fungible tokens, then why not look into trading them? There are plenty of online marketplaces dedicated to NFTs that you can use to find the perfect trade partner.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a virtual NFT art show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Showcase your collection of non-fungible tokens by hosting a virtual art show. Invite friends and family to view, discuss, and admire your collection.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write about NFTs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your knowledge and enthusiasm for non-fungible tokens with the world by writing about them. You could create a blog post, compose a poem, or even write an essay about the benefits of using blockchain technology for digital assets.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a virtual education event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring together like minded people to learn more about non fungible tokens and blockchain technology by hosting a virtual education event. Invite experts in the field to give talks or host panels, and allow everyone in attendance to ask questions and engage in discussions.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>NFTs provide ownership and portability</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are digital assets that offer unique cryptographic proof of digital asset ownership. This allows the holders of these NFTs to demonstrate ownership of pieces of digital art, music, collectibles and more. NFTs are also portable so you can take your collection with you wherever you go.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>NFTs bring commodities to life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Through NFT technology, physical commodities such as art can now be represented by a digital token online. This creates an immutable record for those works and makes it easier to prove their authenticity. It also provides transparency throughout the entire purchase process, eliminating fraud and protecting the consumer.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>NFTs unlock new revenue streams</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>NFTs help creators monetize their work in ways they never thought possible. Through platforms like OpenSea, Rarible, CryptoKitties and others, creators can set up marketplaces to sell their work directly to buyers and earn commission on each transaction. They can also create subscription services or design limited edition runs of their products to generate additional income.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>NFTs are indivisible</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum, which can be broken down into smaller denominations, NFTs cannot be divided. This means you cannot sell or buy a percentage of an NFT - it's all or nothing.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>NFTs Provide Immutable Provenance</h3><p class='facts-content'>NFT technology allows for a permanent record of authenticity and ownership. This is particularly useful in the art world and other fields where it's paramount to confirm the provenance of pieces.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>NFTs can be programmed with royalties</h3><p class='facts-content'>Non-Fungible Tokens can be programmed to give the original creator a percentage of every future sale transaction, providing artists with a new, continuous revenue stream.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>NFTs are not just for the digital world</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though commonly associated with digital assets, NFT technology has real-world applications too. For example, they can represent physical real estate, making properties tradeable on the blockchain.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>NFT Marketplaces have seen exponential growth</h3><p class='facts-content'>Marketplaces for buying, selling, and trading NFTs such as OpenSea and Rarible have experienced extraordinary growth, with some months seeing hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions.</p></div></div>
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