Fan Tokens Have Much Larger Market Than NFTs, Says Chiliz CEO as Blockchain Prepares New Memecoin 'Pepper'
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"No offence to the NFT community but what people don't realize [is that] fan tokens are a much bigger market than NFTs," said Dreyfus, noting the considerably higher trading volume of fan tokens in comparison to NFTs, which he estimates at around $6.8 million for the latter compared to significantly greater figures for fan tokens. His stance reflects a shifting perspective that emphasizes the growing prominence and legitimacy of fan tokens in the sports blockchain landscape.
"The chain is becoming what we aimed it to become, which is the sports blockchain," said Dreyfus, emphasizing the distinctiveness of Chiliz in the market. He asserts that they are the only entity focused on this niche, and intends to remain dedicated solely to this mission, further establishing their brand identity amid a competitive digital landscape.
Chiliz CEO Alexandre Dreyfus pointed to data showcasing that fan tokens were not only outpacing NFTs in trading volume but also emphasized the regulatory strength of the Chiliz-powered Socios platform. Dreyfus noted that they possess regulatory licenses across several European countries, making them one of the most compliant bodies in the crypto space, thereby setting them apart in an industry often marred by unregulated entities.
In advance of the UEFA Euro football championships, Dreyfus highlighted the recent performance of the CHZ token, which surged 25% just before reaching a two-month high of over $0.15 before subsequently dropping to $0.068. This volatility illustrates the dynamic nature of cryptocurrency markets while also signaling the continued importance of the token as a leading sports-centric cryptocurrency.
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