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| Industry | NFT, Blockchain, Photography |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | Alex Atashkar and Parsa Haghighi |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Services | NFT marketplace for photography |
| Website | seed.photo |
SEED.Photo is an Australian non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace that specializes in photography-based NFTs, headquartered in Sydney, Australia. The platform allows photographers to mint, sell, and trade their digital work as NFTs, emphasizing the preservation of authenticity and originality through blockchain technology. SEED.Photo provides collectors with access to raw image files and includes NFT identification certificates, verifying each piece’s ownership and authenticity.
History
editSEED.Photo was founded in 2021 by Alex Atashkar and Parsa Haghighi, both with backgrounds in photography and a shared commitment to safeguarding artist rights. The founders observed significant challenges in protecting digital images from copyright issues and recognized NFTs as a potential solution. However, seeing that NFTs were often used as speculative assets, they developed SEED.Photo as a more secure and dedicated space for photographers. With offices in Sydney, Istanbul, Dubai, and London, SEED.Photo has extended its global reach to support photographers worldwide.
Founders
edit- Parsa Haghighi is an innovative professional with a strong background in technology, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship. Known for his forward-thinking approach, Parsa has made significant contributions across various fields, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and web3. With a keen eye for emerging trends, he leverages these technologies to create impactful, user-focused solutions.
- Alex Atashkar is a dynamic entrepreneur and innovator with a rich portfolio spanning blockchain, artificial intelligence, and digital art, particularly NFTs. Known for his leadership in tech-driven projects, Alex Atashkar is the driving force behind Seed NFT Marketplace, a pioneering platform that authenticates photojournalistic submissions using blockchain. With ventures like CashClick and groundbreaking NFT galleries such as Lens Legacy and Pixel Horizon, he merges creativity with cutting-edge technology, redefining how digital art and engagement converge in the web3 space. Alex’s work consistently emphasizes the importance of community and accessibility in tech. From moderating discussions on NFTs to championing social inclusion, he is dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance connectivity and inclusivity. His involvement with diverse projects highlights his vision for a decentralized, user-centered digital future, making him a prominent voice in the blockchain and web3 ecosystem.
Features and Mission
editSEED.Photo integrates advanced blockchain technology, offering NFT identification certificates to authenticate digital photographs. This feature ensures that photographers retain control over their work, with collectors gaining access to high-quality, editable raw files. The platform’s mission is to empower photographers and enhance the value and protection of digital photography within the NFT ecosystem.
SEED.Photo has been highlighted by various media outlets for its efforts to innovate within the blockchain space. Digital Camera World[1] and Creative Bloq[2] have covered SEED.Photo’s unique focus on copyright protection for photographers through blockchain, describing it as a step forward in safeguarding digital content.
Milestones and Achievements
editSEED.Photo has achieved notable milestones, establishing collaborations with key blockchain platforms and exchanges to expand its accessibility and impact:
- Listings and Integrations: SEED.Photo’s native token, SEED, is available on platforms such as MEXC[3] and Gate.io[4], broadening its reach among cryptocurrency users. It also underwent rigorous security audits by Cyberscope[5] and CertiK[6], the latter offering a detailed Skynet security assessment, underscoring SEED.Photo’s commitment to a secure user experience.
- Exclusive NFT Collections: SEED.Photo launched two award-winning photographic NFT collections in partnership with Bybit[7], which has contributed to the platform’s growing recognition in the NFT photography niche.
Partnerships and Collaborations
editSEED.Photo has formed strategic partnerships with industry-leading organizations, strengthening its position in the Web3 and blockchain spaces:
- Trusted Partners: The platform has collaborated with prominent events and organizations such as NFT NYC 365[8], Blockchain Economy Istanbul[9], Emerge Conference[10], Web3Wave[11], Non-Fungible Conference[12], Asia Token 2049[13], PBW[1] and NFTFest[14], showcasing its commitment to engaging with the broader blockchain and creative communities.
- Collaborations with Conferences: SEED.Photo actively participates in industry events, including the Teamz Web 3 & AI Summit[15], Blockchain Expo Global[16], Meco Conference[17], and InnoBlock by ABGA Asia[18], where it engages with experts to foster innovation and promote digital rights within the blockchain ecosystem.
Security and Accreditation
editIn recognition of its security protocols, SEED.Photo received the CertiK KYC Gold Badge in 2023, demonstrating compliance and reliability in the decentralized ecosystem. CertiK is known for thorough audits within the Web3 sector, and SEED.Photo’s Gold Badge signifies its commitment to transparency, adding credibility to its operations.
Media Coverage and Recognition
editSEED.Photo’s innovative approach has received coverage across prominent media outlets:
- AP News[19], Yahoo Finance[20], Benzinga[21], and Business Insider[22] reported on SEED.Photo’s user convenience expansion, specifically with cryptocurrency purchases.
- CryptoDaily[23] and The Blockopedia[24] highlighted SEED.Photo’s involvement in events like Paris Blockchain Week 2024 and workshops in Seoul, showcasing the company's role in digital identity and education.
- CoinCodex[25] and Coingape[26] reported on SEED.Photo’s integration with Ethereum and Polygon networks, a move aimed at increasing accessibility and adoption within the photography community.
- Digital Camera World and Creative Bloq emphasized SEED.Photo’s use of blockchain for copyright protection.
External Links
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Digital Camera World".
- ^ "Creative Bloq".
- ^ "MEXC".
- ^ "dapps". Gate.io. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Seed.photo Smart Contract Audit". Cyberscope. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "CertiK".
- ^ "Bybit".
- ^ NFT.NYC. "NFT.NYC 365 | Introducing the era of NFT 3.0". www.nft.nyc. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Blockchain Economy Istanbul Summit". blockchaineconomy.istanbul. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "EMERGE — International Tech Conference 2024". emergeconf.io. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Home - Web3 Wave Events". Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "NFC". www.nonfungibleconference.com. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Partners | TOKEN2049 | 18-19 September 2024 | Singapore". TOKEN2049 Asia. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "NFTfest 2124 — Welcome to 2124". NFTfest 2124. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "A Retrospective of TEAMZ WEB3 / AI Summit 2024". bsc.news. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Blockchain Expo Global 2023 | Technology Conference | London". Blockchain Expo Global. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Mecoconference.me – Your digital wave". Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "INNOBLOCK 2024_ABGA". www.abga.asia. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Seed.Photo Expands User Convenience with Direct Crypto Currency Purchases". AP News. 2023-08-31. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Yahoo Finance".
- ^ Newswire, Globe. "Seed.Photo Expands User Convenience with Direct Crypto Currency Purchases". Benzinga. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Seed.Photo Expands User Convenience with Direct Crypto Currency Purchases". markets.businessinsider.com. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "CryptoDaily".
- ^ More, More about Tyler: He is a former trader with over 12 years of financial markets expertise under its belt Tyler is a technical analyst for the cryptocurrency market during the European trading hours Tyler holds a Level 6-LSE trading certificate from the Amplify Trading academy Read (2024-10-09). "SEED.Photo: Transforming the Future of Photography through NFTs and Blockchain Innovation - The Blockopedia". Retrieved 2024-10-29.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Seed.Photo's Creative Workshop and Exclusive Gathering in Seoul | CoinCodex". coincodex.com. 2024-05-22. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ Peterson, Stan (2023-01-02). "SEED.PHOTO Adds Ethereum And Polygon From January 1, 2023". CoinGape. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Discover CashClick: A New Way to Engage with Digital Creativity". www.ibtimes.sg. 2024-09-07. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- ^ "Street Insider".