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Hashed Out V44: NFTs Beyond Art: The Real-World Utility You Haven’t Seen Yet
From collectibles to credentials: why the next era of NFTs will be quietly transformative.
Scott Kasten
October 24, 2025
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Hey there Hashers!
There was a time when NFTs were impossible to avoid — a parade of pixelated avatars, celebrity hype, and speculative chaos. Then came the crash, the memes, and the collective eye-roll. But here’s the twist: while the market lost interest, the technology quietly got to work.
Today, NFTs aren’t about digital art or overnight riches. They’re about ownership, verification, and connection — the building blocks of a more open and trustworthy digital world. Whether it’s turning property deeds into blockchain records, transforming loyalty programs into portable memberships, or securing our digital identities, NFTs are maturing into something far more useful than their reputation suggests.
In this issue, we take you beyond the headlines and into the real-world reinvention of NFTs.
· Our main article explores how NFTs are evolving into digital infrastructure.
· The editorial takes a wry look at how the “monkey JPEGs” gave way to serious innovation.
· And our companion guide offers a quick, practical rundown of five ways NFTs are already changing everyday life.
The hype may be gone — but the future of digital ownership is just getting started.
Feature Story
NFTs didn’t vanish after the hype — they evolved. This piece explores how tokens once known for overpriced JPEGs are now powering real-world systems like real estate, loyalty programs, gaming, and digital identity. The result? NFTs are maturing into the backbone of digital ownership and trust.
Editorial
Remember the cartoon apes? They were just the warm-up act. In this witty, down-to-earth editorial, we trace NFTs’ journey from pop-culture punchline to practical technology — and why their awkward teenage years were a necessary step toward becoming useful.
Bonus Editorial
This quick companion guide breaks down five ways NFTs are being used right now — from property deeds to airline rewards, gaming assets, and digital credentials. Perfect for readers who want to understand NFTs without the jargon or hype.
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