How to create an NFT — and why you may not want to
by Mitchell Clark from The Verge - All Posts on (#601M3)
Illustration by Mengxin Li / The Verge NFTs have become a cultural phenomenon over the past year, constantly making headlines as celebrities dabble in the space and as shenanigans, scams, and legal fights ensue. While it's hard to tell if they will retain or regain their popularity after a market slump or two, there are still plenty of reasons someone might want to try their hand at making one. Who can resist a field that creators have made millions from?
We're going to go over how to create an NFT using two of the most popular marketplaces, but before we get to that point, let's cover some of the basics of what an NFT is and the decisions you may have to make before deciding to sell one. (If you're relatively up to speed, you can go to Step 3 to begin the journey of actually...