Honest take. Most people don’t want to admit the people you call friends in this space are legit the first people who will screw you over. It was fun/euphoric for a very short time. The rest is straight cringe level of behavior where holders are not allowed to speak the truth.
I am officially leaving the NFT space.
After 5 years, I’ve realized that this journey has been a significant setback for my career. My own platform offered a much more authentic and stress-free environment. What was once a community of art enthusiasts has transformed into a landscape of fraudulent collectors and manipulated auctions.
I’ve voiced these concerns, and while it clearly hit a nerve, some collectors have confirmed these unfortunate truths to me privately. My priority is my art, and I refuse to compromise my integrity in an ecosystem that lacks mutual respect. My time and my vision are far too precious for this.
I wish those navigating this deception the best of luck. To the genuine friends and talented peers who stood by me—thank you for everything!