Base Surpasses Solana in Daily Token Creation, Led by Zora’s SocialFi Boom

Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 network Base now leads daily token issuance, overtaking Solana for the first time since early 2023. The surge is powered by Zora’s “Creator Coin” model, turning social content into tradable tokens. Over 1.6 million tokens have been minted on Base since mid‑July, and Zora now accounts for over 60% of issuance volume, signaling a seismic shift in creator‑driven on‑chain activity.

Aug 4, 2025 - 16:41
Base Surpasses Solana in Daily Token Creation, Led by Zora’s SocialFi Boom

Why This Matters

  • SocialFi Reinvented: Zora allows users to mint tokens for any content—art, music, memes—transforming engagement into assets with 1% perpetual royalties.
  • Platform Dynamics: While Solana's memecoin hubs like Pump.fun and LetsBONK still operate strongly, Base’s integration with Coinbase wallet and Ethereum infrastructure gives it a competitive edge. 
  • Market Signals: The ZORA token surged over 440% in July, reflecting explosive retail and creator interest. Critics warn of speculation-heavy behavior—surveys suggest 93% of Zora users are trading, not creating. 

Global Significance

Region Relevance
U.S. Signals how SocialFi innovation can catalyze retail adoption via L2 networks anchored in institutional infrastructure.
UAE Creator tokenization and digital content monetization align with Dubai’s vision for cultural tech and fintech synergy.
India Fine‑grained content-to-crypto economy resonates with India’s creator and influencer ecosystem, ready for tokenized monetization.

 


Coinccino Insight

“Base flipping Solana in token issuance isn’t just a statistic—it’s proof of concept for content-token economies. When creators mint, trade, and earn simultaneously, blockchain becomes creative infrastructure. For investors, ZORA isn't just a token—it’s the model.”