HEN
Web3 / nfts collectibles
Hic et Nunc was a pioneering NFT marketplace built on the Tezos blockchain that gained prominence for its commitment to environmental sustainability and accessibility. Operating with significantly lower transaction fees than Ethereum-based competitors, HEN attracted artists and collectors seeking to mint and trade digital art without excessive gas costs. The platform emphasized community governance and artistic expression, becoming a cultural hub for the Tezos ecosystem before its unexpected shutdown in November 2021, which shocked its user base and raised questions about platform permanence in Web3.
Example
HEN hosted thousands of digital artists who minted NFTs for as little as $0.10, with notable collections including abstract generative art and pixel-based works that thrived on the platform's low-friction environment before the marketplace abruptly ceased operations.
Why It Matters
HEN demonstrated both the potential and fragility of decentralized platforms. Its collapse illustrated how even community-driven marketplaces can shut down unexpectedly, emphasizing the importance of truly decentralized infrastructure and self-custodial solutions for NFT creators and collectors.
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