As economic uncertainty pushes many to seek new ways to grow their income, a growing number of Miami residents are turning to cryptocurrency .

For some, it's not just an investment — it's a life-changing opportunity.

NFTs open doors for Miami artist

Miami illustrator and muralist Marlon Pruz told CBS News Miami he has struck gold in the crypto world by selling what's known as NFTs , or non-fungible tokens. An NFT is a digital asset that signifies ownership of a digital item. For Pruz, it's his ticket to sell his digital art pieces.

"This artist Beepull sold one of his NFTs for $69 million and that's what really opened up a lot of people's eyes," said Pruz.

Cryptocurrency's appeal grows

Miami has emerged as a hub for digital asset enthusiasts. Crypto consultant Danny Brownwolf

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