Coca-Cola, globally recognized as a leading soft drink brand, has stepped into the NFT domain by unveiling its collection on Coinbase’s Base, a layer-2 network. This move amplifies Coca-Cola’s embrace of digital artistry, marking its debut NFT collection on Base.
In line with Coinbase’s “Onchain Summer” festivities, Coca-Cola introduced the Masterpiece collection. This collection seamlessly blends classical art, such as Edvard Munch’s renowned “The Scream”, with modern pieces from rising artists, weaving them around the iconic Coca-Cola bottle. Through this blend, the brand salutes its rich history while endorsing the potential of digital art.
Coca-Cola’s collaboration with Base denotes its position among prominent brands partnering with the platform. Notable upcoming digital collectible initiatives, including Zora, Pixelmon, Showtime, and Indelible, emphasize the growing appeal of NFTs among well-established brands.
Beyond its alliance with Base, Coca-Cola’s NFT journey had another highlight in August 2022. The brand astonished the NFT community by distributing NFTs to its Polygon network collection holders, an effort celebrating International Friendship Day and reinforcing its aim to merge virtual and tangible experiences.
Though Coca-Cola’s dive into the NFT arena is intriguing, recent trends indicate a dip in the NFT trade.
An April 2023 analysis by DappRadar showcased an 18.76% drop in NFT trading, tallying up to $1.4 billion. Alongside, sales dwindled by 9.72%, and the NFT trader count reached a low, with only 364,911 active participants.
However, the NFT world continues to pulsate with variety. An exciting anime project, “House of Lee,” influenced by martial arts legend Bruce Lee, is now on the horizon. Indications point to an NFT twist, given the involvement of Shockunit, a reputed NFT-centric Chinese animation house, and celebrated NFT animator Emily Yang.
Highlighting the vast expanse of NFTs, even political personalities like former U.S. President Donald Trump have jumped aboard. He’s now in possession of Ethereum-driven digital collectibles, some valued at a staggering $500,000. This inclusion signifies the extensive outreach of the NFT wave.