# How it started

It all began when Lars and Dirk were waiting two hours in line for a music event in 2021. In addition to ticket verification, covid test certificates and personal IDs were manually verified during this procedure.

Backstage access required that we show our IDs and go through a security check before being able to meet the artist, but it came with free drinks and snacks. 

There must be another way. With NFTs and the use of blockchain technology. Without access to a smartphone or wallet. To make the whole validation procedure easier and more pleasurable for consumers.

**Tokiphy was born on that day!**

<figure><img src="/files/VJXxSNYm8uUegDis2PYS" alt=""><figcaption><p>Prototyping of Tokiphy</p></figcaption></figure>


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