Transforming Newspaper Readers into NFT holders

A legacy newspaper's first NFT project failed. Their second sold out by linking digital assets to exclusive real-world events and access.

#1about 3 minutes

A traditional newspaper's journey into the world of Web3

Handelsblatt, a newspaper founded in 1946, tasked a journalist with no tech background to explore and create an NFT.

#2about 6 minutes

Discovering the power of utility for NFT projects

Initial attempts to sell NFT photos and covers failed until real-world benefits like event access were added, leading to immediate sales.

#3about 3 minutes

Structuring the benefits for the Handelsblatt NFT club

The NFT club's value was expanded by offering holders annual event access, raffles for high-value conference tickets, and subscription discounts.

#4about 3 minutes

Understanding the mechanics of the NFT cover collection

The collection operates with a fixed ETH price, a monthly release of two new covers, and a revenue-sharing model with illustrators managed through a private wallet.

#5about 3 minutes

Onboarding non-crypto users with a simple web shop

A web shop built with ChatGPT's guidance allows users to purchase NFTs with PayPal or credit cards, simplifying the onboarding process for a traditional audience.

#6about 3 minutes

Key takeaways on the business value of NFTs

The project's success hinges on community, strong utility, and gamification, which ultimately strengthens the brand and attracts a new customer base.

#7about 2 minutes

Answering questions on NFT resales and community engagement

The speaker discusses the secondary market for the newspaper's NFTs and demonstrates a physical product with an integrated NFC tag to engage the community.