NFT sales climbed 10.7% to $155M this week, with Base recording 219% growth. Explore top blockchains, collections, and the week’s priciest NFTs.
Weekly NFT Sales Surge Despite Fewer Buyers
Non-fungible token (NFT) sales climbed 10.7% over the past week, reaching $155.6 million, according to data from cryptoslam.io. Ethereum-based NFTs retained the top spot, contributing $61.64 million in sales, while Bitcoin NFTs followed with $31.02 million. Interestingly, the total number of buyers plummeted by 85.1% compared to the previous week, highlighting shifts in market dynamics.
Top Chains and Collections Show Mixed Results
Ethereum NFT sales experienced a 14.6% increase, while Bitcoin NFTs saw a slight 0.29% decline. Solana recorded $20 million in weekly sales, up 10.18%. The Polkadot Mythos network amassed $12.46 million, and Base made waves with $8.36 million, reflecting a meteoric 219.1% growth. Similarly, Blast also saw a 219.1% increase, albeit with a modest volume of $885,987.
Pudgy Penguins emerged as the top collection, generating $8.66 million in sales, up 78.5% from the previous week. On the Bitcoin blockchain, BRC20 NFTs earned $8.37 million, marking a 43.36% increase. Notably, Azuki collections faced a 51.58% decline, dropping to $4.39 million.
High-Priced NFTs Lead the Market
The week’s most expensive NFT sale came from the Expose Stream collection, fetching $474,710. Polygon’s Piggybox #13463449 sold for $288,921, while Bitcoin’s Abstract Beings by Memphis earned $222,680.
Shifting Market Trends
NFT market activity reveals varied performances across blockchains and collections. Ethereum and Solana gained momentum, while Bitcoin’s market faced minor contractions. The disparity in buyer numbers and transaction volume suggests evolving demand and strategic shifts among collectors.
Stay updated on the latest NFT trends, sales, and blockchain developments as the digital collectibles market continues to evolve in 2025.
