Hacker News new | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit login

At least Mickey Mouse has some cultural significance. Does anyone give a shit about these ape cartoons beyond the fact they’re NFTs?



Look at the parent article. The person quoted didn’t know what BAYC was; he went a few times a week because he liked the vibe.

Mickey had been around since 1928. I don’t think we’ll care about BAYC, specifically, but I do think it’s premature to say no NFT-based project will ever have any significant cultural impact.

Almost every human on the planet knows who Mickey Mouse is, and one corporation benefits. Aren’t you at least curious about a world where ownership of cultural icons is shared?

(I love Disney and hate NFTs so this is a weird position for me to be in, for the record)


I mean, Disney could sell the rights to Mickey if they wanted to, no NFT necessary.




Consider applying for YC's Spring batch! Applications are open till Feb 11.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: