Getgems Leverages Telegram’s 950M Users for NFT Adoption

Despite 2024’s NFT downturn, Getgems, a marketplace built on The Open Network (TON), remains optimistic about NFT adoption through Telegram. The platform sees Telegram’s massive user base as a gateway for mainstream NFT integration.

Why Getgems is Betting on Telegram for NFTs

With 950M+ monthly active users, Telegram offers a unique opportunity for NFT utility beyond speculation. Getgems emphasizes that NFTs on Telegram serve practical functions rather than just trading assets:

• Telegram usernames as digital identity ownership
• Anonymous Telegram numbers as account representation

According to Getgems, Telegram-based NFTs have already generated:

• 72M TON (~$360M) from usernames
• 24M TON (~$120M) from anonymous numbers

Telegram Gifts & NFT Integration on TON

In October 2024, Telegram launched Gifts, animated images for custom messaging.
In January 2025, Gifts integrated into TON Blockchain, allowing users to convert them into NFTs.
Pre-mint trading volume hit $1M, with a $10M market cap before official blockchain minting.

The Future of NFTs on Telegram

Getgems believes NFTs on Telegram will drive wider adoption due to their ease of access and real-world utility. As NFTs evolve beyond collectibles, Telegram’s frictionless experience may set the standard for mass adoption in the Web3 era.