The Doodles NFT sticker collection sold out within 24 hours. On June 18, 2025, 3,333 limited edition packs were released on Telegram’s new Sticker Pack mini app, and more than 101,000 eager buyers rushed in. Only 2,295 wallets managed to get their hands on a pack before the ‘sold out’ sign went up.
This was not a one-time event. Azuki’s Telegram drop weeks earlier, 112,000 users competed for the same offer. Both cases highlight the growing demand for digital collectibles that combine usability with ease of access.
Unlike traditional NFT platforms that often require multiple steps, Telegram’s setup is seamless: users purchase directly in-app using Stars, the platform’s native currency, backed by the TON blockchain.
Doodles I didn’t end up here by chance. The brand has steadily evolved from a profile photo NFT to a broader entertainment IP. Telegram offers something unique: reach. With over a billion monthly users, it offers Doodles a new distribution channel that bypasses the crypto learning curve. For regular users, the pastel sticker art just makes their chats more fun. For collectors, it’s another rare digital asset with real commercial value.
Simplicity meets Blockchain
The technical side may remain under the radar for most, but it plays a major role. These stickers aren’t just animated files, they’re tokenized assets on the TON blockchain. TON processes blocks in about three seconds and uses a parallel architecture that scales up when activity peaks. That’s what allows a $1.50 sticker to be settled down the chain almost immediately.
What’s clever here is how Doodles and Telegram turned blockchain ownership into a feature that users don’t have to think about. No wallet installations. No seed sentences. Just tap, buy and own. Telegram takes care of the backend and TON takes care of the controllability and portability.
This accessibility has enormous consequences. For someone who has never touched a crypto wallet, buying a sticker could be their first experience on the chain. And because the asset is in Telegram, it becomes part of their daily use, not just a stored JPEG.
Prices are already rising on the secondary market. Bots like @palacenftbot are showing Doodles stickers being listed at multiples of their new price. Just like other Telegram NFT stickers like Pudgy penguins, Bored Ape Yacht Cluband rare Azuki packs tend to move quickly. Scarcity drives value, and early collectors are already seeing returns.
The bigger picture for Web3 adoption
This drop isn’t just a moment for Doodles; it’s a moment for the entire Web3 space. Telegram has made it possible for NFTs to move from niche marketplaces to everyday conversations. With over $26 million in primary NFT sticker sales So far the numbers speak clearly: digital ownership, embedded in well-known platforms, scales faster than through dedicated crypto apps.
The script is changing for makers. Smaller supply drops keep demand high. By tying stickers to future benefits, early access to merchandise, token airdrops or exclusive game content, collectors become long-term fans. And as more users discover how easy it is to own digital assets on Telegram, you can expect more brands to follow suit.
Doodles has hinted at follow-up sticker drops and deeper integrations with its broader ecosystem, including their DEATH token and upcoming mini-games. Telegram, meanwhile, plans to roll out features like one-click NFT mining, meaning today’s stickers could become tomorrow’s fully tradable NFTs on marketplaces.
For anyone who missed the initial drop, the secondary market remains active, but is changing rapidly. These stickers have shown that they are more than just novelties; they serve as onboarding tools, collectibles, and entry points to a broader digital experience that is both accessible and verified on the blockchain.
This isn’t the future of NFTs, it’s already here, embedded in chats, traded by the thousands and powered by systems that most users won’t even notice. And that’s exactly why it works.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some frequently asked questions on this topic:
How can I buy Doodles stickers now?
Use Telegram bot @palacenftbot or @mrkt to bid on secondary listings.
Are they real NFTs?
Yes. Each pack of coin on TON with a unique token ID.
Which wallet works with TON?
TON Wallet, Tonkeeper and Trust Wallet (TON plugin) display the assets.
Will there be more Doodles packages?
Team members teased seasonal drops; follow @doodles on X and Telegram channels for dates.
Can I upgrade a sticker to a full NFT?
Telegram says there will be a ‘mint to NFT’ button, which will allow you to take the asset to any TON marketplace.

