Global NFT Market Sees 60% Drop in December Trading Volume
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 31 2025- Market Crash: The global NFT market recorded a trading sales volume of $300 million in December 2025, reflecting a sharp 60% decline from November, indicating a significant loss of investor confidence in NFTs.
- Decline in Unique Participants: The number of unique NFT buyers and sellers fell below 100,000 for the first time in December, suggesting a shift towards a more mature market focused on utility rather than speculation.
- Ethereum's Dominance: Ethereum-based NFTs generated over $97 million in trading sales in December, despite a 54% decrease from the previous month, reinforcing its position as the leading blockchain in the NFT space.
- Emerging NFT Series Surge: The $X@AI BRC-20 NFT collection achieved $24 million in sales over the past 30 days, surging by 1,000%, indicating that there are still promising projects attracting investor interest in the NFT market.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
