Upstream’s Brand Ambassador Launches NFT Commemorating NFL Hall of Fame Moment
This week we announced that NFL Hall of Famer and Upstream brand ambassador, Edgerrin James, has launched his first limited edition NFTs using Upstream’s carbon neutral, user-friendly exchange. The digital collectibles are now available for purchase on Upstream!
We’re excited to have Edgerrin James be the first strategic brand ambassador to kick off digital collectibles on Upstream.
Edgerrin James has released 200 NFTs priced at $50 each. The NFT presents a signed, one-of-one custom 1975 Chevy Caprice Classic to commemorate his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame with custom leather seats signed by numerous Hall of Famers. In addition to a collector’s piece, buyers may also receive additional perks and experiences reserved for NFT holders.
Name: Hall of Fame
Ticker: EDGE
Supply: 200
Price: $50
HOW TO PURCHASE THE EDGE NFT
- DOWNLOAD UPSTREAM app on iOS or Android and tap Sign Up.
- FUND YOUR ACCOUNT. For Credit, Debit, or PayPal: Tap Investor > Fund My Account> Tap your desired funding method.
- PURCHASE NFT. Scan QR code to open Upstream app, Tap Market>NFT, tap the ‘EDGE’ NFT, and tap Buy Now.
- HOLD OR TRADE NFT. Buyers will receive a push notification and find their EDGE NFT in their Upstream app’s Portfolio screen to hold or trade.
Upstream is a 100% carbon neutral blockchain and doesn’t charge users gas fees. This enables athletes and brands to offer millions of NFTs at lower costs for a massive pool of fans to engage with. Further, Upstream’s recently launched Custodial Accounts enable sports fans under 18 to safely buy and sell NFTs under a verified parent account, a major NFT platform differentiator.
“Edgerrin James’ entry into Web 3.0 is a welcome one as he brings his creativity and innovation to the NFT market,” says Upstream Head of Marketing Vanessa Malone. “This is the first of many iconic moments and experiences brought to fans by sports legends on Upstream.”
“We’re seeing many celebrity-backed NFTs go for thousands, if not millions of dollars,” says Edgerrin James. “My goal is for my digital memorabilia to reach fans of all levels eager to participate in the growing digital collectors’ community.”
Edgerrin James is a part of Upstream’s growing ecosystem which features sports, music, and entertainment heavyweights including NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, Antrel Rolle, BRON Studios, Ruffnation Entertainment and more. Interested parties can learn more at https://upstream.exchange/ or reach the team at hello@upstream.exchange.
Disclaimers:
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell securities or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in any jurisdiction where such offer or solicitation is not permitted.
*NFTs received have no economic value, royalties, equity ownership, or dividends. NFTs are for utility, collection, and display only.
*U.S. investors are not permitted to trade in upstream listed securities. U.S. and Canadian citizens will only be able to trade in a security they currently own that has listed on upstream for liquidation only.
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