Art News: How AI, AR, and Blockchain Are Democratizing The Art World

This article originally appeared in YFS Magazine. The art world has become a more inclusive, engaging place for newcomers and connoisseurs alike -- and we owe technology much of the credit. From machine learning and personalization to augmented reality and blockchain integrations, new technologies continue to reshape and reimagine what the art world can be and who has access to it. Many people still believe consumers won't buy art without experiencing it in-person. Online art galleries are flourishing, however, and new tools make it easier than ever for potential buyers to get up close and personal with works of art that could be thousands of miles away.