Celebrities called out for shilling NFTs: Nifty Newsletter, Aug 10–16
2022.08.18 07:19
Celebrities called out for shilling NFTs: Nifty Newsletter, Aug 10–16
In this week’s newsletter, read about how Justin Bieber, along with other celebrities, was called out to disclose their connections to nonfungible token (NFT) firms. Check out the market performance of blue chip NFTs and how NFT games have an advantage over traditional gaming business models. In other news, learn about how OpenSea is implementing new ways to combat NFT theft. And check out how experts feel about carbon offset NFTs that aim to help the environment.
Consumer watchdog Truth in Advertising called out 19 celebrities, including Justin Bieber, Paris Hilton and Tom Brady, over NFT promotion on their social media platforms. According to the watchdog, the space is full of deception and urged the celebrities to disclose connections with NFT companies.
