Twitter Launches Verified NFT Profile Pictures for iOS Users

Twitter today has rolled out a new feature that allows users to show off their original non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on their profile picture, powered by NFT marketplace OpenSea’s API. The feature is currently only available to Twitter Blue subscribers on iOS through Android and web users will be able to view the NFTs. “Once authenticated, the NFT will be displayed as a soft hexagon across all surfaces where your avatar is visible. When people tap on it, they can learn more about the art, its collection, provenance and more,” said Twitter in describing the new feature. 1/ Attn Twitter fam! Today we’re excited to see @Twitter launch their new NFT Profile Pictures feature, powered by OpenSea's API https://t.co/7eYyctWGWZ — OpenSea (@opensea) January 20, 2022 Twitter noted that it only supports static JPEG and PNG NFTs minted on the Ethereum blockchain. The crypto wallets that are currently supported are Argent, Coinbase Wallet, Ledger Live, MetaMask, Rainbow, and Trust Wallet. Users who come across the NFTs will be able to tap on the profile picture to learn more about the art, its collection, provenance, and more. For instance, one can see if a project or collection has been verified by OpenSea or another third-party marketplace. The rollout of the new NFT profile pictures is limited for now as the feature is only available to Twitter Blue subscribers using the iOS app in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Whi...