The legal and regulatory regimes applicable to cryptoassets vary widely across different jurisdictions, and some are more favourable than others. If you are considering a foray into use of DLT, NFTs or other cryptoassets, you may wish to consider the following factors:
Given the focus on sustainability in 2021 and going forwards (more on this throughout this report), we are starting to see big names opting for models that require less energy consumption such as Proof of Authority or Proof of Stake. Brands are having to take this into account when choosing a partner for their digital collections. This involves huge energy consumption and carbon impact, so from a sustainability perspective it falls far short of being a viable long term option. It has been well publicised that the Ethereum blockchain (which is widely used) is run on an energy-intensive Proof of Work crypto model. For a more detailed discussion on NFTs and the gaming sector, take a look at Nick Allan’s article here.Ĭlearly cryptoassets are more than a fad, but they do have downsides. The reaction to the launch of the Burberry Blanko NFT speaks for itself – all 750 units that were available sold out within 30 seconds (those of us who have tried to get Glastonbury tickets before will know the feeling) and following an original price of $300 apiece, the NFT was sold for over $1,000 on the game’s marketplace among gamers. The limited-edition Burberry Blanko is an NFT that can be purchased, upgraded, and sold within the marketplace alongside Burberry branded in-game NFT accessories. Last year we saw Burberry collaborate with Mythical Games to launch an NFT collection in their game Blankos Block Party. Of course, any discussion of cryptoassets and fashion would not be complete without mentioning gaming. Lolli, a rewards platform, allows customers to earn Bitcoin when shopping with a Lolli partner (including the likes of Nike and Sephora). We have also seen brands use cryptoassets to generate customer loyalty.
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The Vanguard Encrypto, dubbed “the world’s first functional Bitcoin watch” includes a dial with a laser-etched QR code for a public wallet address that can be used to deposit Bitcoins and check the balance of the account. Luxury watchmakers Franck Muller have started selling timepieces exclusively for purchase via Bitcoin and with in-built Bitcoin functionality. In 2021 we saw luxury brands grabbing a piece of the proverbial pie and in doing so, reaching and engaging with their customers in new ways. With many brands launching into the world of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and Chief Metaverse Officers joining the c-suite, we’re starting to see reliance on DLT on a much larger scale, and the fashion industry is no exception.
So much so that the price of Bitcoin more than doubled from the start to the end of the year. And yet, distributed ledger technology (DLT) based digital assets had something of a rebirth in 2021. Bitcoin was created in 2009 (12 years ago, can you believe) hot on the heels of the economic downturn.
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