Autodromo Nazionale Monza is the first circuit in the world to market NFT (non-fungible-token), digital certificates of authenticity regulated with blockchain technology. This was announced today by the General Manager Alessandra Zinno on the occasion of the inauguration of the Rimini 2021 Meeting , where the Temple of Speed is present with an exhibition space until 25 August.

The NFTs of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza at the Rimini Meeting

Autodromo Nazionale Monza has chosen Stargraph as a technical partner for its entry into the world of non-fungible-tokens, an innovative Italian startup operating in the collectibles and blockchain market since 2017, which will make its marketplace available to the Circuit for buying and selling of digital content.

For the launch of the initiative, all fans will be honored with the first NFT of the Circuit : a faithful reproduction of the trophy that is given to the winners of the races of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza. There cup digital card , made by Milanese creative designer Miranda Biondi, is the first digital work of the Temple of Speed available on the market and will be sent to all fans who register on the marketplace between 10 and 12 September , the weekend in which the race will take place the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix 2021 .

NFTs can be defined as tools that certify the ownership of a digital asset and that the object (or experience) to which they are associated has their own peculiarity and individuality. Tokens are managed through blockchain technology with a mechanism similar to that used for the exchange of cryptocurrencies. The control system is maintained by thousands of computer terminals which, like a sort of ledger, keep track of all the transactions and changes in ownership of the NFT, without the possibility of falsification.

During the Rimini Meeting , in the space dedicated to the Autodromo Nazionale Monza in the south hall, it will be possible to see the original cup and the first NFT of the circuit entitled “1st Official Monza Circuit NFT”. The staff present will help the public sign up for the Stargraph marketplace to be able to redeem the digital token for free in September.

Innovation and inclusiveness

The production of NFT of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza will not be limited in the future to the creation of digital cards but will also extend to the digitization and sale of physical experiences that users can then enjoy directly within the circuit. For example, participation in an event in the Temple of Speed can be digitized and made unique, providing fans with the opportunity to purchase an exclusive digital memory of the activity, which will remain in their crypto wallet. The goal is, among others, to reward the fan through their passion and enrich their digital portfolio.

Alessandra Zinno , General Manager of Autodromo Nazionale Monza: «We are happy to have entered a world that is new to us but with great potential, in which the greatest sports players are already present. Having finished first compared to all the other racetracks is a source of pride for us. We are working in the right direction, with an eye to the future and sustainability, involving, through the concept of inclusiveness, all those who love motorsport and beyond. The NFT project represents a starting point, this so courageous, to develop other innovative activities that demonstrate how much our company loves to dare and always look beyond ».

Michele Imbimbo , CEO and founder of Stargraph: “The creation and distribution of non-fungible (NFT) and fungible tokens is starting to increasingly penetrate the sports and entertainment industry in general, creating new interesting business opportunities, but above all , new possibilities for involvement and interaction with fans . We are extremely happy to be alongside the Autodromo Nazionale Monza in this exciting new initiative, convinced that this is an important first step towards the full realization of our vision that allows fans to monetize their passion through NFTs and the blockchain ” . (dc / fm)