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May 18, 2022
Brands like Gucci welcome digital capabilities with open arms, but the same cannot be said for others. Image courtesy of Gucci
By Nora Howe
As the topic of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has permeated conversations from the dinner table to the boardroom, players in the luxury space have developed varied attitudes toward this fluctuating market.
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