All the

World's Assets,

On-Chain

4K is the first decentralized protocol for bringing physical assets on-chain. We turn humanity’s most treasured objects into physically-backed NFT’s, unlocking secure & frictionless exchange and ultimate individual freedom.

The 4K Physical Protocol

The first decentralized protocol that coordinates a global network of operators to bring physical assets on-chain

The Collectibles Market - Overall Estimated Value

$398B

As of 2023

Imagine a network with thousands of physical nodes located all over the world. Each node is responsible for ensuring that a physical collectible stored on the blockchain is legitimate, accessible and protected.

Coin$32B

Maps$5B

Cameras$3B

Diving$8B

Stamps$32B

Glassware$4B

Photos$7B

Electronics$11B

Militaria$31B

Fashion$4B

Art Deco$18B

Sailing$9B

Books$26B

Autographs$4B

Classic Cars$56B

Sports Memorabilia$14B

Music$14B

Toys$13B

Nature$5B

Film$10B

Timepieces$16B

Comics$11B

Epherma$3B

Ethnic$17B

4K Physical Protocol

On-chain coordinator of governance, accountability, and infrastructure for the network.

Guardians

Physical facilities that vault collectibles and approve minting of physically-backed NFTs. Compensated through minting, vaulting, insurance, audit, liquidation and redemption fees.

Appraisers

The Appraisal Protocol coordinates a network of global appraisers for various asset verticals. Currently in development.

Authenticators

The Authentication Protocol coordinates a network of global authenticators for various asset verticals. Currently in development.

Auditors

Responsible for keeping Guardians accountable for losing or damaging physical assets by performing regular audits.

Oracles

Collect price data through various sources and estimate the value of assets on a frequent, timely basis.

Marketplaces

DAOs

Brands & Creators

DeFi

The $4K Token Powers the Protocol

Earn Rewards by Staking to Secure Physical Assets

Staking native 4K tokens secures services on the protocol, while unlocking protocol fees and rewards.

Protocol Fees

Learn how the Protocol generates Vaulting, Insurance, and additional fees on-chain.

Accountability

Learn how the Protocol keeps your collectibles safe utilizing on-chain slashing and audits.

Liquidity Incentives

Earn lucrative rewards for minting physically-backed NFTs to 4K.

Governance

4K Token holders govern the Protocol through an on-chain voting process enabling community ownership and active participation.

Build with 4K

Brands & Creators

Build new audiences, increase community engagement, expand markets, and create experiences.

eCommerce

Enable tokenization on your eCommece store and expand revenue channels.

Marketplaces

Infrastructure, technology and integrations to build the next generation of marketplaces.

Innovations & Products

Explore tools like our on-chain subscription payments, Mint Drop, redemption API, and collections creator.

DAOs

Acquire physical collectibles, diversify treasury and leverage DeFi tooling.

DeFi Composability

Increase liquidity and access to capital by integrating lending, liquidity pool, and fractionalization protocols.

Diversification

Use physically-backed NFTs as collateral for decentralized stablecoins and/or diversifying treasuries.

What is a 4K NFT?

A 4K NFT is a digital representation of a real-world, physical collectible. A Guardian must vault the physical collectible in order for the NFT to be minted. The NFT can be redeemed at ANYTIME for its physical counterpart.