Yuga Labs has transferred CryptoPunks IP to the Infinite Node Foundation, sparking debate on the future of NFTs.During the 2020-2021 bull market, CryptoPunks were highly coveted with values reaching millions of dollars.Yuga Labs' decision to transfer CryptoPunks' IP to NODE comes amidst a struggling NFT market.Following the announcement, CryptoPunks' trading volume surged by 170% to $2.8 million in 24 hours.In August 2021, the collection posted $691 million in total sales, but volumes have since declined.NODE, a California-based nonprofit, will display a curated CryptoPunks exhibition in Palo Alto to educate and engage with the collection.Yuga Labs' transfer of IP rights raises questions about the future of NFTs and their speculative nature as assets.Some view the transfer as a strategic move by Yuga Labs to focus on other projects like Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC).The financial details of the transfer remain private, sparking curiosity and speculations within the NFT community.The agreement between Yuga Labs and NODE aims to secure the future of CryptoPunks and provide accessibility for scholars, curators, and collectors.