FIFA migrates FIFA Collect NFTs to its own Avalanche-based blockchain

• FIFA Adopts Avalanche for EVM-Compatible Blockchain Network
• FIFA Collect to migrate NFTs from Algorand and Polygon
• Avalanche Drives Scalability and Security for Digital Collectibles

FIFA has announced that it will leverage Avalanche’s infrastructure to launch its own Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible blockchain, replacing its previous partnerships with Algorand and Polygon. The move marks a new phase for FIFA Collect, the organization’s official NFT collection, which will be fully migrated to the new network.

According to the official statement , the goal of the change is to ensure a more integrated and efficient experience for users. The new network will allow compatibility with popular cryptocurrency wallets, facilitating access to digital collectibles and optimizing the technical performance of the platform.

Francesco Abbate, CEO of FIFA Collect and FIFA’s partner Modex, said that adopting Avalanche will bring significant improvements. “This means seamless integration with popular wallets, easier access and a solid foundation for future growth,” he said.

With the change, support for Algorand and Polygon will be discontinued, and FIFA NFTs will reside exclusively on the new blockchain. The entity, however, did not disclose the exact launch date of its own network.

Avalanche’s selection comes shortly after the “Avalanche9000” update, which promises to reduce costs for developers and make it easier to create custom subnets. The news had a positive impact on the market: AVAX, the network’s native token, rose 10% on May 22, following the upward movement of the cryptocurrency market.

With this migration, FIFA is expanding its presence in the digital assets sector, seeking greater control over its infrastructure and offering better performance for digital experiences related to football and digital collectibles. The adoption of an EVM-compatible network also signals the intention to integrate with the Ethereum ecosystem, solidifying FIFA Collect as a long-term project.