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kyah
What does kyah mean?
An acronym urging people to acknowledge that digital and generative art existed long before NFTs, pushing back on crypto-native amnesia.
"Before you call it the first digital art movement, KYAH."
Origin
NFT-art community rallying cry documented in art-advisory glossaries.
Frequently asked questions
What does KYAH stand for?
It stands for 'Know Your Art History', an acronym urging people to recognise that digital and generative art existed long before NFTs.
Why do NFT artists say KYAH?
They use it to push back on the idea that NFTs invented digital art, reminding newcomers of decades of prior generative and computer art.
Is KYAH a criticism?
It's a gentle corrective — a reminder to give credit to art history rather than a harsh insult, though it can be pointed toward crypto-native amnesia.
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