Independent ideas · analysis · useful context

KESTREL FOCUS

News · Analysis · Guides · Culture

Essays, guides, reviews, and practical context across technology, money, science, culture, creative work, travel, and the ideas shaping everyday life.

Newsletter Home Latest Articles RSS

Latest story From A Wandering Mind

From the archive Ideas worth following From the archive Context worth keeping

Tools & Network Resources Cruising Costs Kestrel Exams ↗ Incogni Affiliate ↗ Amazon Gear Affiliate ↗ Cruising.com Affiliate ↗

Affiliate links may generate compensation at no extra cost to you.

Finley 8/29/26 Finley 8/29/26

NFTs: What Happened, How They Work and What Still Matters

The NFT boom is over, but the technology did not disappear. This retrospective separates the token, media, legal rights and market price—then explains what OpenSea, Manifold, flipping, royalties and digital ownership look like in 2026.

Finley 7/4/23 Finley 7/4/23

NFT Flipping Strategies for Beginners: How to Flip NFTs

NFT flipping can produce profits, but it is not dependable quick income. Learn how to evaluate liquidity, calculate every fee, protect your wallet, and avoid common beginner mistakes.