what's pxl dex?

PXL DEX is an innovative onchain art project that blends NFTs and ERC-20 tokens in a unique way, created by artist Kim Asendorf as part of the broader PXL ecosystem. It consists of 256 fully on-chain real-time animations deployed on the Ethereum mainnet via a custom smart contract. Each pixel within these animations functions as its own utility token, allowing owners to interact with and influence the artwork dynamically. The project redefines digital art by treating pixels not just as visual elements but as tradable, programmable tokens. This creates a symbiotic relationship between the NFT representations of the animations and the underlying ERC-20 tokens that power pixel-level interactions. Users can buy, sell, or use these pixel tokens to alter the evolving artwork, fostering a community-driven evolution of the piece. As the inaugural work in the PXL series, DEX explores the potential of pixels as utility tokens, pushing boundaries in blockchain-based creativity and ownership.

PXL DEX artworks acquired by Hivemind Digital Culture Fund in six-figure sale, featured at Art Basel.