Foundation company
Overview
Foundation was a curated, invite-based NFT marketplace focused on digital art and collectibles, built on the Ethereum blockchain for minting and trading. The marketplace shut down permanently in 2026 after a failed acquisition by digital-art display company Blackdove; because it was a non-custodial, on-chain platform, its smart contracts and users' NFTs remain accessible independently of the front end (as of 2026-07-15).
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Foundation connects most strongly to Ethereum, the chain it was built on.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 1 of 1 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
deployed_on | Ethereum | 85% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Foundation?
Foundation is a decentralized NFT marketplace that focuses on digital art and collectibles. It operates on a curated, invite-based model to onboard artists and collectors.
What chain does Foundation run on?
Foundation uses the Ethereum blockchain for minting and trading, and it is also deployed on Base.
What is Foundation connected to?
Foundation is connected to the Ethereum Foundation, as news articles cover events such as the Ethereum Foundation selling 10,000 ETH to BitMNR and launching an audit subsidy program for builders.
Sources
- The Defiant — Foundation NFT Marketplace Shuts Down Permanently After Failed Sale
- Cointelegraph — Foundation shuts down NFT marketplace after failed sale
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