During our 30th Anniversary Stream,
@friskk shared a straightforward take on NFTs versus physical collectibles.
NFTs may seem difficult to sustain in the 2026 crypto landscape, but the recent wave of onchain mints suggests there’s still a place for them, particularly when they offer real utility to companies, startups, and their communities.
Physical collectibles, meanwhile, draw their value from something more established: tangible ownership, scarcity, and a culture of collecting that has existed for generations.