TOP 5 NFT News โ June 23, 2026
1. ๐ NFT Market Sales Drop 28% โ Bigger Crash Coming?
NFT sales volume has dropped by 28% over the past week. Ethereum holds NFT dominance while Bitcoin-based NFTs fell sharply, with a growing gap between the two chains.
2. ๐ Nike Fully Exits NFT Space โ Sells RTFKT Unit
Nike has sold its RTFKT unit, marking a significant retreat from the NFT market. The sale aligns with Nike's strategic shift toward its core sports business. This follows Nike's RTFKT acquisition (2021) shutting down in 2025 after hemorrhaging cash, and Adidas's "Into The Metaverse" collection losing 80% of its value.
3. ๐ฅ OpenSea Pivots โ Launches $SEA Token
OpenSea, a prominent NFT marketplace, has announced the launch of its own cryptocurrency, the $SEA token. The initiative is designed to reward both long-standing users and active traders, as the platform shifts focus beyond just NFT trading.
4. ๐ฅ Healthcare NFTs Forecast to Hit $295M in 2026
Healthcare NFTs are expected to grow at a strong pace, reaching $1.14 billion by 2034. NFTs are transforming the healthcare space with secure digital record management, patient identity verification, and tokenized medical credentials.
5. ๐ฎ Utility & Gaming NFTs Lead the Survival Race
NFT markets look different in 2026. Hype cycles have cooled, and utility-focused projects โ gaming items, tickets, brand memberships, and real-world asset receipts โ are getting more attention than avatar art. Solana NFT news has dominated the 2026 headlines, with the chain confirming its position as the primary hub for gaming assets and high-frequency trading.
