Base Active Addresses Increase 50% Amid Declining Transactions and Fees

According to The Defiant, the number of active addresses on the Base blockchain rose by approximately 50 percent as of the latest reporting period. This increase occurred while transaction volume decreased by 8.7 percent and dollar‑denominated user fees fell by 20 percent on Oct. 22. The decline in transactions and fees happened during a continuing GMGN trading competition.