Rarible is a creator-centric, community-governed NFT issuance and marketplace platform that empowers users to buy, sell, or create digital art and collectibles secured within the blockchain. Today’s guest is its co-founder and Head of Product, Alex Salnikov. Alex chats with Jeff Kelley, Eathan Janney, and Josh Kriger on how they’re creating a space that will make NFT more sustainable and more accessible to more people. Easy buttons and lazy minting are ushering in the next generation of NFT users, and Rarible is a major part of this wave. Plus, Alex discusses an exciting partnership with Adobe that makes it easier for creators to create and verify ownership of NFTs. The group also touches upon what’s hot, including Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction NFTs and possible intel regarding Logan Paul and Gary Vee.

Today's is a very special episode announcing an exciting NFT collaboration we've been cooking up. Fortune Top 50 NFT Influencer and Time Magazine NFT Collaborator Nicole Buffett has teamed up with Edge of NFT co-hosts Eathan Janney, Jeff Kelley and Josh Kriger, for an inspirational new NFT collection, dropping at 3PM EST on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Together, we aim to make a statement about how NFTs are drastically changing how we will exchange value now and far into the future. The unique new collection of just 100 “Spirit Seed” NFTs will also offset 2,400 Metric Tons of Carbon emissions (as much as 39,685 urban tree seedlings grown for ten years). Additionally, Spirit Seed NFTs will provide tremendous utility and value now and well into the future to Spirit Seed NFT holders. Nicole and The Edge of NFT podcast team encourage collectors who value and embody co-creation and collaboration to hold Spirit Seeds and to consider them a symbol of collaborative spirit. Edge of NFT, Nicole, and the full community of Spirit Seed holders will have an incredible potential to co-create the future of NFTs. Listen in today as we share with you some insights into and stories behind this project which means so much to us.

Today is a special bonus episode featuring one of the panels we hosted during NFT con online. We had an incredible time working with the folks at NFT con. This content could have been caught live online during the event from October 12-14 2021, a few weeks ago. But we’ve been granted special access to share our sessions with you as part of the Edge of NFT program. Special thanks to the NFT con crew for collaborating with us. Check out Edge of NFT co-host Jeff Kelley interviewing pioneers applying NFTs to the concerts and events space.

As digital experiences become more immersive, the world of augmented reality is embracing NFTs as an exciting opportunity to grow and evolve. Asad J. Malik of Jadu aims to break the limits of AR, making it not only about connecting to the physical world but also making the experience more personalized. He joins Jeff Kelley, Eathan Janney, and Josh Kriger to present Jadu's concept of a "Mirrorverse." Asad explains how their platform allows people to channel themselves into fully customized avatars. He shares how they bring excitement to users through futuristic yet nostalgic NFTs, including hoverboards and jetpacks. Asad also talks about emulating Pokemon GO's interaction with reality but taking it to the next level in this fresh and groundbreaking project.

Today is a special bonus episode featuring one of the panels we hosted during NFT con online. We had an incredible time working with the folks at NFT con. This content could have been caught live online during the event from October 12-14 2021, a few weeks ago. But we’ve been granted special access to share our sessions with you as part of the Edge of NFT program. Special thanks to the NFT con crew for collaborating with us. Check out Edge of NFT co-host Josh Kriger interviewing Pplpleasr, an artist that is making huge waves in the DeFi and NFT spaces.

The NFT space is undeniably growing in many directions: from high-end digital art to virtual real estate to digital collectibles, and more. In this episode, Michael Bramlage explains the value of the latest innovations in blockchain and how they move collectibles from cardboard into code. Michael is the CEO of Quidd, the original digital collectibles marketplace. Their platform allows you to buy, sell, and trade digital collectibles and earn real money in the process. According to him, this trend that Quidd is riding is part of an inevitable future of digitization. Tune in on his conversation with hosts Jeff Kelley, Eathan Janney, Josh Kriger to learn about this exciting new model and find out what’s hot in NFTs.

Today is a special bonus episode featuring one of the panels we hosted during NFT con online. We had an incredible time working with the folks at NFT con. This content could have been caught live online during the event from October 12-14 2021, a few weeks ago. But we’ve been granted special access to share our sessions with you as part of the Edge of NFT program. Special thanks to the NFT con crew for collaborating with us. Check out Edge of NFT co-hosts Eathan Janney and Josh Kriger interviewing a number of fascinating folks behind the growth of blockchain gaming within the Enjin ecosystem. You'll hear from panel members Cliff Cawley

the founder and developer of Lost Relics, Nick Franklin the founder and CEO of Kepithor Studios, and Samuel Stebbins the founder and CEO of Jade Stems Studios.

Music and NFTs intersect in a variety of fun and innovative ways. Dirtybird Flight Club is a unique generative NFT project that is reaching new heights and redefining what the music industry means in our day and age. In this episode, our hosts are joined by Claude VonStroke, the dreamer, disrupter, and doer behind Dirtybird Records. Join in to find out how Claude’s rebel mindset and love for the grind makes him a perfect fit for trailblazing in NFTs. Plus, in our hot topics, find out how NFT Genius is continuing to change the NFT game with Rebel Rabbits and the Gaia Marketplace.

NFT offers a fascinating new opportunity for those who want to make money out of their hobbies and passions. For an entrepreneur who loves sports technology and analytics, Matt Kalish found gold by monetizing his passions and is now doing so in the NFT digital collectibles ecosystem. Joining Jeff Kelley, Eathan Janney, and Josh Kriger, he explains his role in achieving the $20 billion valuation of DraftKings, making it one of the world's leading daily fantasy sports betting platforms today. This session, Matt talks about cutting edge topics like the impact of new sports betting laws and regulations on their ventures. He also imparts his insights about the future of NFT collectibles, particularly with trading cards. For this episode's hot topics, they discuss Anicoma driving digital property rights via NFTs and gaming, Candy Digital's plan to pivot outside of sports merchandising, and Parallel NFT Card Game's rise to a $500 million valuation.

Today's show features two pioneers in culture and NFTs seeking to give back to, and support an important cultural community. In this episode, Jeff Kelley, Eathan Janney, and Josh Kriger Welcome Fred Frenchy and Nirojan Yamunarajan, the Co-Founders of Culture Shock Galleries, a black-owned NFT auction house representing culture-influencing artists, icons, and brands. Listen in as Fred and Nirojan share how they came up with a massive and ambitious project to celebrates Hip Hop culture industry wide. Join the conversation as they discuss how they've moved so quickly, what inspires them to tackle this project, and the surprises they’re preparing for you. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!