In our “Collector Focus” series, today we feature @blockbird, a UK-based photographer, curator, investor, and NFT enthusiast. Known for his role in both creating and curating art, he’s a prominent figure in the contemporary art and NFT communities. His impressive NFT collection centers on generative art, complemented by an extensive photography collection.

the millennial midlife crisis is going to be a barbell. long the loud end (optimization). long the quiet end (fading into darkness). short the feed. wrote about it and also, launching my substack today!! pridesai.substack.com/p/the-…

The last couple of weeks on Twitter, aka GPT4 Twitter

This Punk Does Not Exist. CryptoPunks in new trait combos that don't exist in the 10k collection(s). Every download carries an improvenance pixel; cropped out as a pfp, visible when un-cropped. Real punk combos link to v2 and v1 marketplaces. Enjoy. thispunkdoesnotexist.com

Asprey Studio is thrilled to announce its participation in @artbasel Basel 2026, taking place from 16–21 June in Switzerland. Following successful presentations in Miami Beach and Hong Kong, Asprey Studio will present a major solo project by generative artist, musician, engineer, programmer, and blacksmith @_deafbeef (b.1981), exhibiting at Booth Z3 in Zero 10, the section dedicated to art of the digital era. Bringing together generative digital works and handcrafted sculptures, the presentation explores the relationship between technology, materiality, sound, and contemporary craftsmanship. The physical dimension of 0xDEAFBEEF’s practice resonates with Asprey Studio’s longstanding expertise in precious metal craftsmanship. The sculptural forged iron works reflect a commitment to traditional handcraft while engaging with advanced digital technologies. This dialogue between material and immaterial processes defines the Studio’s approach to contemporary art-making, realised at its atelier in Kent, where silversmiths, goldsmiths, sculptors, and digital animators work side by side. Known for merging programming, engineering, music, and blacksmithing, 0xDEAFBEEF creates works that draw connections between early experimental image-making and contemporary generative systems. Read more via our website: aspreystudio.com/pages/aspre… 📍 Booth Z3, Event Hall, Zero 10, Messe Basel, Messeplatz 10, 4005 Basel, Switzerland 16–21 June 2026 Image: 0xDEAFBEEF, Glitchbox, 2021-26, Forged iron, electronics, generative code. Courtesy of the artist and Asprey Studio

the part nobody talks about is what happens to meaning when work disappears. income solves money. it doesn't solve the identity crisis of 100 million people who built their lives around being useful.