# Hybrid NFT Auction Platforms Curios New NFT Platform Combines On-Chain and Off-Chain Technologies By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-11-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curios References: [martechseries](https://martechseries.com/technology/curios-announces-launch-of-the-first-ever-hybrid-nft-auction-platform/) & [curios](https://www.curios.com/)  Curios Inc. has announced the launch of its hybrid [NFT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sothebys-metaverse) auction platform, which prioritizes scalability and promises to allow creators and business owners to [instantly launch their own NFT marketplace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nautical-commerce). This one-of-a-kind auction platform uniquely combines smart contracts and off-chain bidding technologies to offer users an automated and secure auction experience that at the same time enables massively scalable auctions. In addition, the platforms allow users to build auctions that are open to anyone, whether they have a crypto wallet or not. Because auctions can be opened up to non-crypto owners, Curios estimates that its platform will see a 400-500% increase in the number of bidders. Curios is set to launch its first few auctions during Art Basel, which represents a major opportunity for the company to showcase its innovative platform and acquire future customers. Image Credit: Curio ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid NFT Auction Platforms:** The integration of smart contracts and off-chain bidding technologies creates an opportunity for other platforms to enhance their scalability and user accessibility. - **Open Auctions to Non-crypto Owners:** Opening up auctions to non-crypto owners creates an opportunity for platforms to appeal to a larger audience and increase the overall number of bidders. - **Instant Launch NFT Marketplace:** The ability to launch an NFT marketplace instantly will be a highly appealing feature for creators and business owners seeking to monetize their work digitally. ### Who This Affects Most - **Blockchain Technology:** The integration of on-chain and off-chain technologies provides opportunities for blockchain-based auction and sales platforms. - **Art and Collectibles:** The use of NFTs creates new opportunities for established art and collectibles industry to monetize existing works, as well as for new entrants to enter the market. - **E-commerce:** The potential for an instant launch NFT marketplace could drive innovation in the e-commerce industry and create new revenue streams for businesses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Art House NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sothebys-metaverse.md) - [Curated NFT Storefronts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-storefronts.md) - [Streamlined NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-platform.md) - [Retro Trading Card NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curio.md) - [Online Auction-Inspired Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/online-auction-format.md) - [NFT Trading Websites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-trading.md) - [Curated Arts NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polyone.md) - [NFT Art Creation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/async-marketplace.md) - [Innovative NFT Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-market.md)