Billionaire Mark Cuban‘s crypto wallet, markcuban.eth, has been actively selling non-fungible tokens (NFTs) after nearly two years of inactivity. On June 23, Cuban’s wallet sold 14 NFTs worth about $38,533 and listed two more NFTs for sale, totaling around $66,000. This recent activity in the NFT market has caught the attention of many crypto enthusiasts.
Details of the Sales
The NFTs sold by Cuban ranged from EulerBeats Genesis and DeepBlack NFTs to Pudgy Penguins and Wrapped MoonCats. The highest-valued NFT sold was Pudgy Penguin #6239, listed at 9.06 Wrapped Ether (WETH), worth $30,578. Other NFTs sold varied in price from $22 to $1,800.
High-Value Listings
In addition to the sales, Cuban has listed two high-value NFTs: Hashtag NFT #MFFL for 15 Ether (over $50,000) and a BibleNFT piece called Deuteronomy 25:4 for 5 Ether (about $16,000). If these NFTs are sold, the total sales from Cuban’s wallet will surpass $100,000 in just a few days.
Security Concerns
The sudden activity in Cuban’s wallet coincides with a recent security incident. On June 23, Cuban’s Gmail account was compromised through a fraudulent call. Cuban reported the incident on social media, warning that any emails from his account after 3:30 pm PST were not from him. By June 25, Cuban announced that he had regained control of his Gmail account, thanking Google’s team publicly.
It’s unclear if the NFT sales and the security breach are related. However, this is not the first time Cuban has faced security issues. In 2023, one of his crypto wallets was drained of approximately $870,000 in crypto assets, including USD Coin (USDC-USD), Tether (USDT-USD), and Lido Staked Ether (stETH-USD).
Key Takeaway
Mark Cuban’s recent NFT sales, alongside a security scare, have sparked significant interest in the crypto community. This activity highlights his ongoing involvement in the market and the critical need for robust security measures in the crypto space. As Cuban manages these developments, his actions serve as a reminder of the volatile and unpredictable nature of the cryptocurrency world.
