If you thought the NFT era was over, think again. In the past week alone, Ethereum NFT sales have soared past $100 million—a 62% spike—while market cap jumped 21% to $6.3B, and trading volume surged 300% in two weeks. CryptoPunks led the charge with $18M traded—one buyer even snapped up 45 Punks at once. Buyer activity overall spiked 50%+, and ETH climbed nearly 50% since early July. Something’s happening. Something big.

But why is this different from the hype cycle of 2021? This comeback isn’t just about wild price action—it’s about new rails for new users. The Base blockchain, with its frictionless Base app and focus on Web2-like onboarding, is quietly onboarding the next wave of NFT collectors. No more technical hurdles. No more “crypto wallet anxiety.” Just tap, mint, and go.

When you mix easy onboarding, passionate communities, and a market roaring back to life, you’re staring at the perfect setup for an NFT supercycle. This time, it’s about welcoming the next billion users, not just early adopters.

At Topi Labs, that’s our mission: use Web3 storytelling and family-friendly NFT IP to bring newcomers into the world of digital ownership and creativity. Check out Basetopia and start your journey here.

Are you ready for the next NFT rally? Because the numbers—and the builders—say it’s already begun.