Ripple CTO Adds a Whimsical NFT to His Collection
Dollar Bills and Digital Dogs
Hold onto your wallets, folks! A fantastic one-of-a-kind NFT just dropped on the XRP Ledger, crafted by the imaginative artist, Dale Forward. This work of digital art doesn’t just look pretty; it’s basically a love letter to all the doggos out there. According to Forward, “It’s like love is coming out into you and the dog.” Sounds poetic, right? Who needs Shakespeare when you have digital pups?
The Fastest Pet Purchase Ever
Now, here’s where it gets juicy. This exclusive piece, charmingly titled Pats, didn’t spend much time on the market. In less than two hours, it found a home with none other than David Schwartz, the CTO of Ripple and one of the brainiacs behind the XRP Ledger. He practically announced his new puppy digital adoption with all the flair of a kid with a new toy!
Schwartz: The NFT Connoisseur
Schwartz isn’t just dabbling his toes in the NFT waters—he’s diving in headfirst! The guy’s got quite the collection under his digital belt, with an estimated 146 NFTs from a staggering 117 different collections. Valued at around 64,265 XRP (translation: about $190,000), his digital treasure chest reveals a penchant for niche art that most people wouldn’t even recognize. Talk about being an early bird in the XRPL art scene!
Pats Purchase: A Good Deal?
So, how much did Schwartz shell out for Pats? Just 30 XRP, which translates to about 90 bucks. But let’s be real—its value has probably shot up since then. Who wouldn’t want a quirky digital doggo representing love and pats in their collection?
Return of the NFT King?
This delightful acquisition marks Schwartz’s first dip back into XRP NFT waters since he snagged Space Mermaid #335 last August for 120 XRP. Ironically, that earlier mermaid set him back a mere $72 in the world of fiat. Where’s the logic?!
So, could Schwartz’s latest buy be a hint that the once-blooming NFT garden is ripe for revival? Or was it just a casual cheer for a fellow dog-loving XRP fan? Only time will tell, but hey, who doesn’t love a little adventure in the digital art playground?