Connect with us

Memecoins

The investor’s guide to Memecoins

TokenTrends Staff

Published

on

freeze meme

The year was 2013: the first major cryptocurrency boom.

Bitcoin started the year around $13 and skyrocketed to $1,100 by December. In response, many entrepreneurs began launching alternatives to bitcoin – Litecoin, Ripple, Peercoin – with their own “altcoins” that quickly made millions.

In the midst of this madness, two guys pulled off the world’s most valuable prank.

Billy Markus was an IBM software engineer and Jackson Palmer was a developer at Adobe. Since all of these new altcoins were based on open source code, it was simple for the two to launch their own version of Litecoin, change a few variables, and call it Dogecoin.

It was a parody of everything in cryptocurrencies: a token with no good use, with ridicule Doge meme as a mascot.

But the joke was on them: people started buying DOGE, taking the nearly worthless token from $0.00026 to $0.00095. Billions of Dogecoins were traded every day: a month after its launch, Dogecoin briefly traded more than all other cryptocurrencies combined.

Today, their parody coin has a real market capitalization of $21 billion, making it the most valuable joke in the world.

doge meme

Two words: stay away

Today, of course, there are half a million memecoins, all trying to replicate the success of Dogecoin. Usually these, like Dogecoin, start trading at a fraction of a cent. Even for sophisticated investors there is a temptation to buy a big pile of meme-themed coins.

But our investment strategy can be summed up in two words: stay away.

Memecoins are like penny stocks: even a small price movement can make you feel rich. “All I need is for the price to double.” Memecoins are powered by:

  • The fear of losing something: When you see the latest memecoin bull run – like Solana’s surge this year – it’s tempting to make a quick buck.
  • The call of nostalgia: Memes are fixed in our brain (that’s what makes them memes). If you see a familiar or funny meme, it puts a friendly face on an essentially worthless token.
  • The attraction of the community: Memecoins must have online communities to proliferate, and those forums can become echo chambers that delude you into believing the coin has real value.
  • The thrill of gambling: It’s exciting to know that your investment can not just double or triple, but even 1000 times. A lot of time and money is wasted this way.

Do people make money with memecoins? All time. But you can also make money in gaming rooms. Investing in memecoins is a game of chance.

Stay away.

doge-meme-example

Memecoins do not create value

Our approach to investing: Cryptocurrencies are like businesses and tokens are like stocks. (Read more here.)

We invest in companies that provide useful products or services. Tesla makes cars; Apple makes computers; Starbucks makes coffee. These companies produce value that advances society (transportation, productivity, and caffeine).

We invest in things that create value.

We even call it “value investing”: finding valuable companies and then holding onto their shares for the long term. (Investing in cryptocurrencies works the same way, except we buy and hold the token.)

Memecoins do not create value. There is no product, no service. They’re not trying to create anything useful or change the world in any meaningful way. They’re not trying to do anything… except make some easy money.

Some argue that memecoins provide entertainment, just as the gambling industry claims they provide entertainment. Which just proves the point: memecoin = gambling.

Investing, on the other hand, is fundamentally different from gambling:

  • Gamble he is throwing our money away in a game rigged to make us lose in the long run.
  • Invest is investing our money in valuable businesses that we believe can win in the long term.

Memecoins are gaming casinos, cleverly disguised as cute and funny mascots. Stay away.

doge-meme-example

Memecoin Fund Blockchain

So while memecoins have no place in the smart investor’s portfolio, they do serve a useful role, and that is moving money.

Let’s take Solana, which is faster and cheaper than Ethereum: memecoins exploded on that chain in 2024. Someone even created a project to allow users to easily create their own memecoin with just a few clicks, resulting half a million new memecoins this year.

All this money transferred to Solana has positive benefits for the blockchain itself. Increased network activity leads to higher transaction fees and better network security.

It also provides Solana with greater visibility. More users lead to more developers, which leads to more useful projects. And there are definitely more news articles about Solana.

So, while we can say that memecoins are bad for individual investors, they could be useful for moving “dumb money” to a place where it can be used for smart projects.

But do you really want your blockchain to be gambling-based?

The stench of Memecoins

When the gambling industry tries to move to a new city, it always uses the same argument: gambling creates jobs.

It’s true: all those gamblers need room, board and nightclubs. And the casinos themselves need waitresses serving cocktails and room managers. Gambling creates jobs, just like memecoins build blockchains.

But once the stench of gambling is introduced into a community, it never really goes away. The same, I believe, applies to blockchains built on memecoins.

Since your initial user base is there to bet, not to create value, it’s difficult to pivot towards creating real value. The community and culture are already built around the casino.

So while memecoins are attractive not just to investors, but to blockchains themselves, it’s the same deal with the devil as communities trying to boost growth by introducing casinos. Ultimately, what type of citizen are you trying to attract?

It’s hard to wash away the wet dog smell.

doge-meme-example

Two words: stay away

Memecoins are tempting because they creep into the simian part of our brains. Cats and dogs, inside jokes and the thrill of gambling – it’s a potent cocktail for losing money.

We always say “this is not investment advice”, but this is the rare case where it is investment advice: stay away from memecoins.

Notes for Memecoin Investors:

  • Stay away.
  • Stay away.
  • Stay away.

Fuente

We are the editorial team of TokenTrends, where seriousness meets clarity in cryptocurrency analysis. With a robust team of finance and blockchain technology experts, we are dedicated to meticulously exploring complex crypto markets with detailed assessments and an unbiased approach. Our mission is to democratize access to knowledge of emerging financial technologies, ensuring they are understandable and accessible to all. In every article on TokenTrends, we strive to provide content that not only educates, but also empowers our readers, facilitating their integration into the financial digital age.

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Información básica sobre protección de datos Ver más

  • Responsable: Miguel Mamador.
  • Finalidad:  Moderar los comentarios.
  • Legitimación:  Por consentimiento del interesado.
  • Destinatarios y encargados de tratamiento:  No se ceden o comunican datos a terceros para prestar este servicio. El Titular ha contratado los servicios de alojamiento web a Banahosting que actúa como encargado de tratamiento.
  • Derechos: Acceder, rectificar y suprimir los datos.
  • Información Adicional: Puede consultar la información detallada en la Política de Privacidad.

Memecoins

Biden Dropping Out? These Biden Replacement Memecoins Are Rising

TokenTrends Staff

Published

on

Is Biden dropping out? These Biden replacement memecoins are surging

Amid speculation about Joe Biden’s future in the 2024 presidential race, memecoins tied to potential successors like Kamala Harris have surged, in contrast to the volatile trajectories of Biden-inspired “Joe Boden” and “MAGA” coins.

As the United States enters election season, it is becoming clear that both campaigns are using cryptocurrency funds and conversions much more than in previous years.

According to recent relationshipsThere is speculation that Biden is considering his future in the 2024 race, prompting traders at Polymarket to raise the odds of the Democrat exiting to nearly 80% on Wednesday, up from 55% previously.

This sudden increase follows a week of volatility in By Polymarket “Biden Drops Out of the Race?”, which has attracted nearly $10 million in bets. Before last week’s debate with Donald Trump, the odds of the same question were at 20%.

The White House has denied all rumors that Biden is considering withdrawing.

Memecoins

Memecoins associated with Joe Biden and Donald Trump have has undergone significant fluctuations in recent months. But these recent reports about Biden’s health have caused a surge in memecoins for his potential successors.

Joe Boden (EARTH) the currency has had a rather difficult six months. BODEN rose to nearly $0.80 in April before collapsing to its current price of $.035. This is a decline in value of more than 95% from its all-time highs.

The MAGA (BRISCOLA) has experienced similar volatility. It reached an all-time high of $17.37 in June before falling to its current price of $5.35.

Biden’s Replacement Memecoins

Over the past 24 hours, memecoins inspired by political figures who could replace Joe Biden, such as “Kamala Coin” (inspired by Vice President Kamala Harris) and “Buttigieg Bucks” (inspired by Pete Buttigieg), have seen a surge in market value.

Kamala coin (FUCK) increased by more than 110% last day.

According to CoinGecko data, another memecoin, “Gabin Noosum” (NOOSUM), is up 15% over the past 24 hours, and a coin inspired by independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the misspelled “Ruburt F Kenidy Jr” (KENIDY), has gained 10% over the same period.

Fuente

Continue Reading

Memecoins

Solana-Based Meme Coins Surge 8x Than Ethereum Counterparts in 2024

TokenTrends Staff

Published

on

Solana-Based Meme Coins Surge 8x Than Ethereum Counterparts in 2024

Key points

  • Solana meme coins have seen average returns of 8,469% YTD, far outpacing Ethereum’s 962%.
  • Political meme tokens have emerged as a $784 million subcategory within the $57.7 billion meme coin market.

Share this article


Follow Crypto Briefing on Google News

Solana-based meme coins have significantly outperformed their Ethereum-based counterparts, producing an average return of 8,469% compared to 962% for Ethereum meme coins year-to-date. According to the “CMC 2024 H1” report, this contrast highlights a wave of speculative capital flowing into the Solana ecosystem.

Image: CoinMarketCap

The explosive rallies of WIF and BONK on Solana have attracted attention and capital from other chains, fueling a cycle of meme coin upside and further investment. While meme coins exist on multiple blockchains, Solana and Ethereum have dominated in terms of activity and trading volume.

Ethereum meme coins, typically launched in 2023 or earlier, have a more established presence. In contrast, most Solana meme coins entered the market in late 2023 or 2024, capitalizing on the recent surge in interest.

In particular, political meme tokens have emerged as a subcategory, with a total market cap of $784 million out of a $57.7 billion meme coin market. MAGA meme coin (TRUMP) has seen gains of over 5,100% this year, influenced by Trump’s vocal support for cryptocurrencies and acceptance of cryptocurrency donations for his campaign.

Image: CoinMarketCap

As cryptocurrencies become a hot topic in the U.S. elections in November, political meme-based coins will continue to attract speculative interest, CoinMarketCap’s report notes.

Share this article


Follow Crypto Briefing on Google NewsFollow Crypto Briefing on Google News

Fuente

Continue Reading

Memecoins

Solana Sets New Records With Its Memecoins

TokenTrends Staff

Published

on

Solana Sets New Records With Its Memecoins

19:18 ▪ 4 minute read ▪ by Mikaia A.

The memecoin world on Solana is buzzing with performances that exceed all expectations. Despite a rocky start, Solana has managed to turn things around and establish itself as a prominent leader in the meme cryptocurrency space, outperforming Ethereum by 800% since the beginning of the year.

Memecoin on Solana: Up 800% vs. Ethereum

Last April, the memecoin flame on Solana it seemed to trembleInvestors, disappointed by the poor performance and the recurring problems of some crypto memes, were starting to lose hope.

Top 10 Solana Cryptocurrency Memes – Source: CoinGecko

However, Solana decided to take the bull by the horns. Blockchain has undertaken a series of measures to address the problem of problematic memecoins and clean up its ecosystem. These efforts quickly paid off.

CoinMarketCap relationships from the first half of 2024 to prove that Solana-based memecoins have outperformed Ethereum by 800%An impressive performance that clearly illustrates Solana’s resilience and innovation.

Memecoins as Dogwifhat (WIF), Bonk (BONK) and Billy (BILLY) contributed to this success. Dogwifhat jumped 12.34% in just 24 hours, becoming the top meme coin on Solana. As for Billy, its market cap has risen 97% to $117 million.

These successes are explained by Solana ability to attract talented developers and create an environment conducive to the growth of memecoins.

Additionally, Solana has quickly adapted to the challenges posed by the meme cryptocurrency market, particularly by improving security and promoting transparency of transactions.

The Growth of Meme Cryptocurrencies on a Growing Blockchain

The growth of meme cryptocurrencies on Solana isn’t limited to a few isolated successes. It reflects a broader trend across the memecoin ecosystem.

With a market share of 9.64%, Solana dominates the industry, leaving Ethereum and other blockchains behind.

This dominance can be attributed to several factors. First, the Solana community commitmentwhich was able to mobilize significant resources to support and promote memecoins.

Secondly, Solana technological innovationwhich offers fast and low-cost transactions, thus attracting many developers and investors.

The successes of Dogwifhat and Billy illustrate this dynamic well. In addition to their impressive performances, these meme cryptocurrencies have benefited from massive community support and celebrity promotion.

For example, Ariana Grande shared a meme highlighting the cryptocurrency Michi, which led to an 18% increase in its value. These initiatives clearly show how Solana has managed to create an attractive and dynamic ecosystem for memecoins.

Finally, celebrity influence and increased capital invested in meme cryptocurrencies have also played a key role. Solana has been able to capitalize on these opportunities to strengthen its market position and attract new investors. Blockchain continues to record growth milestonessolidifying its status as a leader in the memecoin industry.

Enhance your Cointribune experience with our Read to Earn program! Earn points for every article you read and access exclusive rewards. Sign up now and start earning rewards.

Click here to join “Read to Earn” and turn your passion for cryptocurrencies into rewards!

Avatar of Mikaia A.Avatar of Mikaia A.

Mikaia A.

The blockchain and crypto revolution is underway! And the day the impacts are felt on the most vulnerable economy in this world, against all hope, I will say that I was there for someone

DISCLAIMER

The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and should not be construed as investment advice. Do your own research before making any investment decisions.



Fuente

Continue Reading

Memecoins

The Memecoin Wave Inspired by Potential Joe Biden Replacements

TokenTrends Staff

Published

on

The Memecoin Wave Inspired by Potential Joe Biden Replacements

The cryptocurrency world has recently witnessed a curious phenomenon: the rise of memecoins inspired by potential replacements for Joe Biden as the Democratic Party’s presidential candidate. In the last 24 hours, these digital coins have seen surprising growth, while the memecoin “Jeo Boden,” a parody of President Biden, has suffered a significant decline in value, falling by more than 30%.

The Memecoin Phenomenon and Its Connection to Biden

Memecoins are cryptocurrencies created as a joke or to pay homage to famous peopleInternet memes or cultural events. Unlike more traditional cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, memecoins often have no intrinsic value or advanced technology behind them. Their popularity and value are largely dependent on social trends and current hype.

Memecoins inspired by political figures who could replace Joe Biden have seen exponential growth in the past 24 hours. Coins like “Kamala Coin” (inspired by Vice President Kamala Harris) and “Buttigieg Bucks” (inspired by Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg) have seen significant increases in market value.

This growth can be attributed to several factors. First, speculation that Biden may not run for a second term has created a wave of interest in possible Democratic candidates. This interest has been reflected in the memecoin market, where investors are trying to capitalize on the hype surrounding these figures.

Additionally, memecoins tend to be heavily influenced by social media trends. With names of potential candidates circulating on platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and TikTok, it’s no surprise that related memecoins have attracted the attention of investors.

The Decline of “Jeo Boden” and the Role of Social Media

In contrast, the memecoin “Jeo Boden” has seen a dramatic decline in value, falling by more than 30% in the past day. This decline can be interpreted as a reflection of investors’ diminishing confidence in Joe Biden’s political future. As speculation about his retirement increases, interest in a memecoin dedicated to him is decreasing.

Furthermore, the decline of “Jeo Boden” could also be a consequence of the memecoin market itself, which is known for its extreme volatility. Investors who had bet on “Jeo Boden” may have moved their funds to the new emerging memecoins, looking to profit from changes in the political landscape.

Social media plays a crucial role in the spread and popularity of memecoins. Online communities on platforms like Reddit, particularly subreddits like r/cryptocurrency and r/wallstreetbets, often serve as epicenters for discussion and speculation about memecoins. When a new meme or political figure goes viral, related memecoins can see a rapid increase in value.

Additionally, social media influencers and celebrities can have a significant impact. Tweets and posts from influential personalities can drive thousands of people to invest in a specific memecoin, further fueling hype and market volatility.

Final considerations

The rise of memecoins inspired by potential replacements for Joe Biden and the simultaneous decline of “Jeo Boden” highlights the unpredictable and volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market, especially memecoins. While these digital currencies can offer quick profit opportunities, they are also subject to drastic fluctuations based on social trends and political speculation.

For investors, it is essential to approach this market with caution, be aware of the risks, and not invest more than you are willing to lose. Memecoins are an interesting cultural and financial phenomenon, but like all trends, their value can be ephemeral and subject to rapid change.

Fuente

Continue Reading

Trending

Copyright © 2024 TOKENTRENDS.TODAY. All rights reserved. This website provides educational content and highlights that investing involves risks. It is essential to conduct thorough research before investing and to be prepared to assume potential losses. Be sure to fully understand the risks involved before making investment decisions. Important: We do not provide financial or investment advice. All content is presented for educational purposes only.