In 2017, Larva Labs released what is now widely recognized as the most iconic NFT collection: a set of 10,000 8-bit characters each randomly generated with unique, distinguishing features and accessories. None of the 24x24 pixel punks are alike. The most desirable types include Aliens (x/9), Apes (x/24), and Zombies (x/88), while certain accessories like hoodies and 3D glasses are fiercely sought ... + expand

Christie’s auction house is set to auction a collection of 9 Cryptopunks with the centerpiece being #635, an Alien with a bandana and sunglasses. Notably, this is also the only Alien with a sub-1000 series number. Conservative projections for the auction estimate the value to be between $7M to $9M. Not to be outdone, Sotheby’s is mirroring its rival by planning its own Punk auction. #7523, an Alie... + expand

Cryptopunks are one of the few projects to transcend the crypto space into the traditional art world. In May 2021, Christie’s Auction House turned heads by featuring a lot of 9 Cryptopunks. Headlined by Punk #635, an Alien with a bandana and sunglasses, the package sold for nearly $17M USD, drastically outperforming previous appraisal estimates of $7M-$9M. A month later, auction house competitor S... + expand

Totalling sales of over $400M USD, Cryptopunks is one of the highest volume NFT sets. In March of 2021, Cryptopunk #7804, an Alien with a pipe, broke the record for highest sale for 4,200 ETH. The highest recorded non-Alien sale was ape #6965, also more commonly known as the fedora ape. This rare ape sold for 800 ETH in February of 2021. Recently, several 800+ ETH bids for apes have been rejecte... + expand

Cryptocurrencies are inherently risky, and emerging asset classes like NFTs are no exception towards the rule. In fact, as a whole, this asset class may carry even higher volatility than other crypto assets. While the NFT space has seen strong momentum, that may not always be the case; research accordingly and proceed with caution. + expand