# Olympic Gymnast NFTs Simone Biles Set to Launch First-Ever NFT Collection Via Autograph By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-09-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simone-biles References: [forbes](https://www.forbes.com/sites/tommybeer/2021/08/30/simone-biles-to-release-her-first-nft-collection-tuesday-cashing-in-on-booming-market/?sh=68c2e1a3b900) & [autograph.io](https://autograph.io/) American Olympic gymnast [Simone Biles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laurie-hernandez) is the latest superstar athlete to partner with Autograph, an NFT platform cofounded by Tom Brady, to release a range of digital collectibles powered by blockchain technology -- i.e., non-fungible tokens. In addition, Biles will become a member of Autograph's advisory board, joining other [prominent athletes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glossier-5), including Tony Hawk, Naomi Osaka, Tiger Woods, and Derek Jeter. According to Biles, the collection will consist of over 10,000 one-of-a-kind NFTs, with a starting price of $12 US. The new digital content will only be available on Autograph.io and [DraftKings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draftkings-marketplace) Marketplace, another newly launched sports-specific NFT platform. “As I look ahead in my career, I’m really interested in diversifying my creative skills and connecting with my fans in a new way,” said Biles, about her decision to embark on producing a digital-only collection of NFTs. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Athlete NFT Collections:** The rise of athlete NFT collections presents an opportunity to disrupt traditional sports merchandise and memorabilia industries. - **Blockchain-powered Digital Collectibles:** The use of blockchain-powered technology for digital collectibles opens new possibilities in ownership and authenticity verification. - **NFT Advisory Boards:** The creation of NFT advisory boards, such as Autograph's board of prominent athletes, provides an opportunity for industry leaders to shape the future of digital collectibles. ### Where This Applies - **Sports Memorabilia Industry:** The sports memorabilia industry can be disrupted by the use of blockchain and NFT technology for collectibles. - **Digital Art Market:** The rise of NFTs for sports collectibles presents an opportunity to expand the digital art market. - **Online Marketplace Platforms:** Online marketplace platforms, such as Autograph.io and DraftKings Marketplace, can benefit from the rising popularity of blockchain-powered digital collectibles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [NFT-Based Football Fan Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-experiences.md) - [Athlete-Inspired Digital Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-mahomes-1.md) - [Gymnast Beauty Brand Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gymnast-shilese-jones.md) - [Sports NFT Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-nft-marketplaces.md) - [Soccer Team-Themed NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equitbl.md) - [Olympic-Themed Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympic-games-jam-beijing-2022.md) - [Water Polo NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kap7.md) - [Mascot NFT Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-collections.md) - [Hairstyle NFT Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodmans-barbershop.md)