A legacy newspaper's first NFT project failed. Their second sold out by linking digital assets to exclusive real-world events and access.
#1about 3 minutes
A traditional newspaper's journey into the world of Web3
Handelsblatt, a newspaper founded in 1946, tasked a journalist with no tech background to explore and create an NFT.
#2about 6 minutes
Discovering the power of utility for NFT projects
Initial attempts to sell NFT photos and covers failed until real-world benefits like event access were added, leading to immediate sales.
#3about 3 minutes
Structuring the benefits for the Handelsblatt NFT club
The NFT club's value was expanded by offering holders annual event access, raffles for high-value conference tickets, and subscription discounts.
#4about 3 minutes
Understanding the mechanics of the NFT cover collection
The collection operates with a fixed ETH price, a monthly release of two new covers, and a revenue-sharing model with illustrators managed through a private wallet.
#5about 3 minutes
Onboarding non-crypto users with a simple web shop
A web shop built with ChatGPT's guidance allows users to purchase NFTs with PayPal or credit cards, simplifying the onboarding process for a traditional audience.
#6about 3 minutes
Key takeaways on the business value of NFTs
The project's success hinges on community, strong utility, and gamification, which ultimately strengthens the brand and attracts a new customer base.
#7about 2 minutes
Answering questions on NFT resales and community engagement
The speaker discusses the secondary market for the newspaper's NFTs and demonstrates a physical product with an integrated NFC tag to engage the community.
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