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Non-Fungible Tokens and Blockchain

May 1, 2021 | Commentary

  • Non-Fungible Tokens (“NFTs”) have sprung upon the investment landscape in just the last few months.  They rely on blockchain technology to create a permanent and secure ownership record for unique digital items like artwork, music, video clips and other virtual collectibles.
  • Like cryptocurrency, NFTs use the notion of scarcity to suggest economic value. 2021 has also witnessed social media fueled interest in some NFTs lead to staggering increases in value, prompting people on the outside to ask if they are missing an important investment opportunity.
  • Humans in every culture collect things.  NFTs are a 21st Century version of collectibles, which some people will enjoy and want to buy while others will be completely befuddled by the interest.  There is no right side in this debate and the market will ultimately determine any worth like it regularly does for traditional pieces of art and antique automobiles.
  • Blockchain is in the process of radically changing many parts of our transactions and investing lives.  Like all transformative technologies, there will be many great beneficiaries.  But it is also true that not every activity associated with blockchain will be worthwhile and create wealth.  NFTs and many, if not all, cryptocurrencies should be treated as trading vehicles by investors, but unless one has great skill as a trader, they should not be part of one’s long-term investment portfolio.

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