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KnownOrigin (Defunct / Restructured)

Defunct NFT Platform · Founded 2018
D+

High Risk (D+) — Provenance Grade

KnownOrigin was an early curated NFT platform acquired by eBay 2022. eBay shut down KnownOrigin core operations 2024. Existing collections preserved but no new operations.

48
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Authenticity / Due Diligence
D
Pricing Transparency
C
Artist Treatment
D
Collector Service
D
Liquidity / Resale Posture
F
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Founded 2018
  • eBay acquisition 2022
  • Operations wound down 2024
  • Existing collections preserved

/ Best for

Not relevant. Cautionary example.

/ Watch out for

Demonstrates risk of NFT-platform acquisition by traditional consumer companies. Verify any platform's long-term operational commitment.