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NFT of first text sells for $155K at Paris auction

December 21, 2021

It was an historic moment nearly 30 years ago – the first text message ever sent. Now the original digital version has been sold at auction at more than six-figures. Kyle Benning spoke with the Canadian who sent the message and what this moment means for modern communication.

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