# Blockchain Gifting Cryptocurrencies are now being used as gifts. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Mar 16, 2022 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/blockchain-gifting ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Blockchain Gifting trend? **Blockchain Gifting:** Tech brands continue to find different uses for Blockchain technology, with more brands now offering cryptocurrency-based gifting. These include everything from NFT gift cards to fee-free cryptocurrency gifting features on apps. ## The consumer insight behind the Blockchain Gifting trend As brands find more uses for Blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies are becoming more accessible to the average consumer. Now that this technology is better understood, consumers are looking for ways to incorporate it into their lives to ensure secure transactions. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Dec 17, 2021 to Feb 23, 2022 - Published: Mar 16, 2022 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Blockchain Gifting trend ### Blockchain-Based Gifting Blockchain has now been used for gifting by several brands in the form of cryptocurrency gift cards and features on apps. ### Cryptocurrency Payment and Gifting Apps Payment and gifting apps are now letting users send Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to each other for free, with this function becoming an essential part of their service offerings. ### Unlockable NFT Boxes NFT-tied gift boxes with real, physical contents that are revealed only when the NFT is auctioned have become popular and attractive to collectors. ## What the Blockchain Gifting trend means for industry ### For Financial Services Blockchain-powered cryptocurrency gifting can be a new revenue stream and way to attract consumers for fintech brands. ### For E-commerce NFT-tied gift boxes can become a trend in e-commerce where brands can offer digital art or unique items that buyers can collect as a bonus. ### For Luxury Brands Luxury brands can leverage NFTs to add value to their products and services and reach the sought-out clientele that is interested in collecting unique and valuable items. ## Workshop question How is your brand incorporating cryptocurrencies into its product/service? ## Trend signals for Blockchain Gifting Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 82%, activity 58%, freshness 11%. - Popularity: 82% - Activity: 58% - Freshness: 11% ## Examples of the Blockchain Gifting trend 4 featured examples from Dec 17, 2021 to Feb 23, 2022. - [NFT-Tied Gift Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mnlth): Nike and RTFKT Have Launched the 'MNLTH' Series of NFTs on OpenSea (Category: Tech) Implication: The use of NFTs to tie digital ownership of merchandise opens up opportunities in the retail industry to offer one-of-a-kind merchandise with limited distribution. - [Unlockable NFT Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxes-nfts): D&G's Boxes NFTs Launched with an Exclusive Community Called DGFamily (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The success of D&G's NFT drops highlights an opportunity for luxury brands to explore NFTs as a new medium for showcasing their brand and creating unique experiences for customers. - [Crypto-Gifting Payment Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cryptogifting-payment-app): This App Lets Customers Gift Bitcoin & Stocks to Each Other (Category: Tech) Implication: The rise of crypto-gifting could be an opportunity for digital wallets to differentiate themselves from traditional payment apps by incorporating investment options. - [Crypto Gift-Giving Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robinhood): Robinhood Launched a Crypto Gifting Feature in Time for Christmas (Category: Business) Implication: The integration of crypto gifting features into traditional financial and investment platforms offers opportunities for fintech companies to expand their offerings and attract new… ## Recent trend clusters - [Fixable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/fixable-devices) (Tech) - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Ambient Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ambient-assistance) (Tech) - [Autonomy Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomy-stacks) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Variable Aperture Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-18) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Self-Cleaning Smart Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinecos-pure-one-station-5) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)