All articles tagged with #memecoin
A rumored Cristiano Ronaldo-themed memecoin briefly surged to a $140 million market cap before collapsing in a rugpull, exemplifying how celebrity names are exploited in crypto scams, with influencers on the Solana blockchain exiting within 20 minutes and pocketing around $50,000. The incident highlights the ongoing risks and hype in the memecoin space, especially involving celebrity endorsements.
A group of crypto investors claimed responsibility for throwing green sex toys onto WNBA courts during games to promote a memecoin called Green Dildo Coin, which has a market cap of around $15 million. The pranks, intended as a humorous trend to revive meme culture, have caused outrage and led to arrests, but the organizers see them as a successful way to generate attention and financial gain for their digital tokens.
A crypto analyst predicts Dogecoin could surge to nearly $7, reaching a $1 trillion market cap, driven by historical patterns and current breakout trends, potentially leading to over 2,600% gains in this cycle.
Pump.fun's ICO sold out in just 12 minutes, raising $600 million by selling 150 billion tokens, with mixed reactions from the community regarding its legitimacy and potential. The event highlights the rapid growth and speculative nature of memecoins, prompting caution among investors.
BONK has surpassed Pump.fun in daily bonded Solana tokens, indicating a structural shift in Solana's memecoin ecosystem where BONK is gaining long-term traction and becoming a key player, as evidenced by increased SOL lockups and bonded activity.
The article reports on Donald Trump's involvement in crypto deals, including hosting events to benefit crypto ventures like the $Trump memecoin, which has raised concerns about corruption and conflicts of interest, especially as his administration has loosened crypto regulations to benefit his and his allies' financial interests, sparking criticism from watchdogs, scholars, and Democrats.
The Trump family has expanded its involvement in cryptocurrency through projects like a memecoin, a proposed official Trump wallet, investments in bitcoin, and a bitcoin mining venture, amidst ongoing discussions about crypto regulation and potential conflicts of interest.
Eric Trump confirmed the family's full involvement with the TRUMP memecoin, which is linked to their broader crypto venture WLFi. The memecoin has been used to generate significant profits through unregulated, anonymous transactions, enabling foreign access and bypassing campaign laws. The family's crypto activities have become a lucrative, untraceable revenue stream, with high-profile investors and potential for political influence, raising concerns about ethics and regulation.
A Bloomberg analyst predicts that actively managed memecoin ETFs could debut in the US by 2026, driven by growing interest in niche crypto products, but regulatory delays and SEC approvals remain significant hurdles.
The article discusses Donald Trump's recent involvement in the crypto industry, notably launching his memecoin $TRUMP which initially surged to a valuation of over $75 billion but has since declined significantly. It highlights concerns about conflicts of interest, ethical issues surrounding events like a gala dinner for $TRUMP holders, and the broader influence of crypto money in politics, including substantial donations to election campaigns. The piece warns about the risks of industry insiders shaping regulations and the ongoing integration of crypto into political and financial spheres.
President Donald Trump's expanding business interests in the cryptocurrency market, including investments in startups and memecoins, are causing concern within the industry and among policymakers, as they could influence regulatory efforts and industry perceptions, despite Trump's claims of promoting America as a crypto hub.
The New York Times revealed that President Trump hosted a private dinner for cryptocurrency customers, including notable figures like a Chinese billionaire, a Justice Clarence Thomas lawyer, and a former basketball star, with invitations based on top holdings of his $TRUMP memecoin, highlighting a unique intersection of politics and crypto marketing.
POPCAT, now the 8th largest memecoin by market cap, has experienced significant volatility, recently reaching $1.50 after hitting an all-time high of $2.08. Despite a recent 13% recovery, the token faces resistance and needs to establish $1.50 as a support level to aim for $2 again. However, the speculative nature of its price movements and reduced holdings by large investors suggest challenges in achieving long-term growth without strong fundamentals.
Hailey Welch, known for her viral "Hawk Tuah" TikTok video, launched a memecoin on the Solana blockchain, which quickly lost 95% of its value, sparking criticism and allegations of insider trading. The coin's chaotic launch led to significant losses for some traders, and legal experts have urged affected investors to explore their rights. Despite the backlash, Welch and her team deny any wrongdoing, and it's unclear if there will be legal repercussions.
Pepe, a memecoin, has surged by nearly 19% in the past day, reaching a new all-time high of $0.000026948 and a market cap of $11 billion, surpassing Uniswap to become the 20th largest memecoin. The surge is driven by increased demand, with significant whale accumulation and a spike in trading volume and open interest. The positive market sentiment and increased on-chain activity suggest potential for further gains, though a correction could see support around $0.000022.