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Captured in each block are bearish outcries, bullish cheers, and uneasy stirrings. We have always painted our history. POB tells the story of each transaction. Inspiration, colors, and artistic choices are derived from the transaction itself. Join a vibrant community of historians, art collectors, curators, and speculators.

Ethereum is a cultural archive of our history.

Artworks are generatively created.

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Satoshi Relics: Dynamic Bitcoin Ordinals That Age With Time

Mon 12th May 2025
A new Ordinal project called Satoshi Relics introduces unique Bitcoin-based artifacts that evolve over time, reflecting the age of their underlying transactions. Each piece is a 1/1 creation that develops a digital patina as years pass. The project builds on Bitcoin's foundation as both a monetary and historical ledger. Key features: - Artifacts are generated *from* Bitcoin transactions, not just stored on them - Each piece changes yearly, gaining historical character - Permanent preservation on Bitcoin's secure network The initiative follows Bitcoin's original spirit, where the first transaction carried a message and timestamp, making it both a financial and cultural artifact.
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Termina Inscriptions Transform into Generative Art

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
Termina inscriptions have evolved into a new form of generative art, where transaction data becomes the creative medium. Each inscription is uniquely generated from blockchain entropy, creating unrepeatable artistic expressions. The system uses Proof-of-Burn (POB) mechanics to transform transaction details into visual elements, with colors and patterns derived directly from on-chain data. - Each artwork is mathematically unique - Transaction parameters influence artistic output - POB mechanics ensure verifiable scarcity This development marks a significant intersection between blockchain technology and generative art, establishing a new category of digital artifacts.
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First Bitcoin Transaction Anniversary and Hal Finney Tribute

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
January 13th marked the 16th anniversary of the first Bitcoin transaction, where Satoshi Nakamoto sent 10 BTC to Hal Finney. This historic moment is now commemorated through a unique ordinal - a Satoshi Relic - generated from Hal's first Bitcoin transaction data. The ordinal serves as both an artistic representation and a permanent record of this pivotal moment in cryptocurrency history, preserving Hal Finney's early contributions to the Bitcoin network. - First BTC transaction: January 13, 2009 - Amount: 10 BTC - Participants: Satoshi Nakamoto → Hal Finney - Format: Generative art ordinal *This digital artifact stands as a testament to the early days of Bitcoin and one of its most significant contributors.*
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Ordinals Project Evolution: From Hash to Advanced Bitcoin Art

Thu 19th Jun 2025
A significant milestone in onchain art development is approaching, with the project evolving from Hash to Hiraeth to Satoshi Relics. The team announces near completion of their most sophisticated work yet on Bitcoin Ordinals. The progression represents years of learning and refinement in creating meaningful blockchain-based art. This follows their earlier announcement of bringing Hiraeth to Bitcoin as historic Digital Artifacts. - Project Evolution Timeline: - Hash - Hiraeth - Satoshi Relics - New Advanced Ordinals Work (Coming Soon) *This development marks a significant step in Bitcoin's artistic ecosystem.*
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Bitcoin Ordinals: The Cultural Bridge to Mainstream Adoption

Thu 12th Jun 2025
Bitcoin Ordinals inscriptions, while controversial among blockchain purists, are emerging as a potential catalyst for mainstream Bitcoin adoption. These NFT-like digital artifacts are gaining traction in traditional art markets, with some pieces commanding significant valuations. The debate highlights a key tension in the Bitcoin ecosystem: maintaining its core financial purpose versus expanding into broader cultural applications. - Inscriptions could serve as an engaging entry point to Bitcoin - Traditional art world showing interest in digital artifacts - Community divided on blockchain's primary purpose *The intersection of digital art and cryptocurrency continues to evolve, potentially reshaping how new users discover Bitcoin.*

Merge Project Featured in Major NFT Publications

Thu 5th Dec 2024
The Merge project has received notable recognition in two significant publications: - Featured in *The Onchain NFTs Cheat Sheet: A Collector's Guide* published by BanklessHQ and authored by wmpeaster - Highlighted in the comprehensive **On NFTs** book published by TASCHEN, authored by Robert Alice These inclusions represent growing acknowledgment of Merge's contribution to the onchain art space. The TASCHEN book is available in multiple editions through their official website.

Botto DAO Curates NFT Collection with AI Focus

Thu 21st Nov 2024
Botto DAO, a Decentralized Autonomous Artist, has been selected as the next curator for the RARE Collection this November. The DAO will manage a **100,000 $RARE budget** to acquire artwork from SuperRare's marketplace. Key focus areas: - Supporting artists using AI tools - Exploring human-machine artistic collaborations - Curating from $RARE listed artworks The initiative follows recent NFT generations from $botto token creation, marking continued development in AI-driven art curation.
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POB Studio Launches Historical Crypto Art Project

Thu 21st Nov 2024
POB Studio has introduced a unique project on Base and Ethereum that aims to preserve crypto's fast-moving history through generative art. The platform creates artistic representations derived from blockchain transactions, effectively turning each transaction into a visual historical record. - Project combines blockchain data with artistic expression - Available on both Base and Ethereum networks - Transforms transaction data into generative artwork - Serves as a cultural archive of crypto history The initiative offers a novel way to document the rapidly evolving crypto landscape, making blockchain history more accessible and visually engaging.

Terrene Hiraeth NFT Claim Now Available for Hash Holders

Mon 18th Nov 2024
POB Studio announces free 1:1 Terrene Hiraeth NFT claims for Hash holders on Ethereum. The platform has enhanced its blockchain history capture system, enabling cross-chain minting capabilities. Key updates: - Now supports Base and Optimism networks - Each NFT captures unique transaction details - Artwork is generatively created from blockchain data The Terrene Hiraeth collection transforms transaction history into visual art, with each piece reflecting specific deployment details and contract interactions. Claim at pob.studio/hiraeth

Multichain NFT Collection Representing Crypto History in Development

Tue 15th Oct 2024
A multichain NFT collection depicting crypto history is currently in development. This project aims to create a visual representation of the cryptocurrency journey across various blockchain networks. Key points: - The collection will span multiple chains, emphasizing interoperability - Artworks will likely be generatively created - Each NFT may represent significant moments or milestones in crypto history This initiative aligns with the growing trend towards multichain and composable blockchain ecosystems. It offers a unique way to preserve and showcase the evolving narrative of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Stay tuned for updates on this innovative project that bridges art, history, and blockchain technology.
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