NFTs are recorded on a blockchain, which means the creator, timestamp, and transaction history are permanently stored.
If an artist or publisher mints an original image/video as an NFT, it creates a verifiable record of its origin.
Some NFTs include cryptographic hashes (digital fingerprints) of the original file, ensuring that any alteration can be detected.
Authenticity certificates could be valuable in the future.
If a well-known photographer, news agency, or artist mints an NFT, their reputation adds trust to the content.
Most NFTs store only a link to the image/video (often on centralized servers like IPFS or AWS). If the linked file is altered, the NFT’s authenticity is compromised.
To mint means to create or issue a new token (like an NFT or cryptocurrency) on a blockchain. It’s the process of turning a digital file (image, video, etc.) into a unique, tradable asset on the blockchain.
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