Potential Futures: NFTs, the Creator Economy and New Pathways to Financing

The rise of blockchain technologies such as cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have ushered in what advocates are calling the dawn of “web 3.0”. They envisage an interactive metaverse where creatives of all stripes can take back control of the commercialisation of their work. A multi-trillion dollar open economy is emerging, immune from the control of corporations and governments. But how do the rest of us make sense of this crypto frenzy? What are the real opportunities open to filmmakers to finance and distribute their films? What impact will web 3.0 have on the film industry? And what can we dismiss as mere speculative hype?

Join local and international speakers to get up to speed with the latest in blockchain technology. They’ll demystify NFTs & DAOs, and help make sense of some seemingly preposterous crypto projects. Case studies will reveal how NFTs are being used to crowdfund films, grow audiences and cultivate impact communities, and will also consider the environmental impact of energy intensive blockchains and review some eco-friendly alternatives.

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