Memecoins

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Memecoins

Hawk Tuah Girl Haliey Welch Cleared by SEC After Memecoin Crash Controversy

Haliey Welch, widely recognized as the "Hawk Tuah" girl following her viral street interview in 2024, has been in the spotlight again after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) closed its investigation into her cryptocurrency venture. The $HAWK memecoin, launched on the back of Welch'

Dogecoin

House of Doge Unveils 10 Million Dogecoin Reserve to Boost Global Transactions

A new initiative from House of Doge is setting the stage for Dogecoin to become a practical payment option for businesses and consumers around the world. The organization recently launched a reserve of 10 million DOGE, valued at approximately $1.83 million, aimed at enhancing the cryptocurrency’s role in

Pump.fun

PumpSwap Launches DEX, Challenges Raydium for Dominance in Solana’s DeFi Market

In a big move, Pump.fun has unveiled PumpSwap, its new native decentralized exchange (DEX) designed to transform the token trading experience on the platform. Announced today, PumpSwap aims to address long-standing challenges in token migrations, positioning itself as a direct competitor to Raydium, a prominent Solana DEX. This launch

Dogecoin

Dogecoin Speeds into the Indianapolis 500 with Fan-Driven Car Design

The Indianapolis 500, one of motorsport’s most storied events, is about to get a playful twist in May 2025. An IndyCar team co-owned by comedy legend David Letterman is set to roll out a racecar adorned with the unmistakable Dogecoin logo, the meme-inspired cryptocurrency that’s captured the imagination

Memecoins

Raydium Takes on Pump.fun with New Memecoin Launchpad on Solana

The decentralized exchange Raydium, a cornerstone of the Solana blockchain, is gearing up to challenge Pump.fun with a new memecoin launchpad of its own. This strategic pivot arrives roughly a month after reports surfaced that Pump.fun, a popular token creation platform, was experimenting with a custom-built automated market

Legal

New York Law Firm Launches Class Action Lawsuit Over LIBRA Token Scandal

In a significant legal move, New York-based Burwick Law has initiated a class action lawsuit against Kelsier Ventures, KIP Protocol, and Meteora, accusing the entities of orchestrating a deceptive launch surrounding the LIBRA token. Filed on March 18, 2025, the lawsuit alleges that the token’s developers engaged in manipulative

Pump.fun

Pump.fun Revenue Drops to Four-Month Low as Platform Seeks Revival Through New Features

Pump.fun, a prominent platform in the Solana based memecoin ecosystem, is facing a challenging period as its revenue has fallen to a four-month low. Data from DefiLlama reveals that the platform’s protocol fee revenue reached $791,500 on March 17, reflecting a steep 94% decline from its January

Libra

Argentine Lawyers Seek Interpol Arrest of Hayden Davis in LIBRA memecoin crackdown

Hayden Mark Davis, the American entrepreneur behind the controversial Libra memecoin, is now the prime target of Argentine authorities as they unravel a multimillion-dollar fraud investigation. On March 12, 2025, Gregorio Dalbón, a prominent Argentine lawyer, submitted a formal request to prosecutor Eduardo Taiano in Buenos Aires, calling for an

Libra

LIBRA Co-Creator Hayden Davis Accused of Cashing Out Millions in Alleged Stolen Funds

In an interesting discovery, Hayden Davis, the co-creator of the controversial LIBRA memecoin, has reportedly cashed out over $1.6 million in what some are calling illicit gains. Crypto and blockchain analyst known as “Dethective” has brought these claims to light, alleging that Davis exploited funds tied to LIBRA and

Artificial Intelligence

No, Grok AI Did Not Launch Its Own Cryptocurrency, Here’s What Really Happened

Rumors are swirling suggesting that Grok, the artificial intelligence agent developed by xAI, launched its own cryptocurrency, sparking excitement and speculation across the crypto community about an AI making its own crypto. However, the reality is less exciting, as Grok did not create or launch a cryptocurrency of its own.

Memecoins

“Dark Storm” Hacker Group Targets X in Massive DDoS Cyberattack, Launches Memecoin

The digital world faced another shakeup this week as X (formerly Twitter), the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, fell victim to a significant cyberattack. A group known as the Dark Storm team, reportedly aligned with pro-Palestinian causes, has claimed responsibility for the assault, which took the form of

Memecoins

Elon Musk Calls Memecoins a Casino on the Joe Rogan Show

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has once again stirred the crypto pot, this time with a candid critique of memecoins during a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience." The billionaire entrepreneur didn’t mince words when he compared the booming memecoin sector to a casino, casting doubt on

Memecoins

SEC Clarifies Stance on Memecoins in Statement Saying They Are Not a Security

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s released a statement that could reshape how the crypto community views memecoins. These digital assets, born from internet culture and fueled by online enthusiasm, have long existed in a gray area of regulatory oversight. Today’s announcement brings a measure of clarity,

Memecoins

Democrats Introduce Bill to Ban Memecoin Profits for Presidents and Top Officials

House Democrats are taking aim at President Donald Trump’s memecoin. Leading the charge is California Representative Sam Liccardo, who announced plans to introduce the Modern Emoluments and Malfeasance Enforcement Act, or MEME Act. The legislation seeks to curb what Liccardo and his supporters describe as a troubling trend of

Libra

Argentinian News Reports DOJ Opens Investigation into Libra Controversy and President Milei

Argentinian news outlet La Nacion has reported that the United States Department of Justice has allegedly launched a probe into the tumultuous memecoin Libra, a token propelled into the spotlight by Argentina’s President Javier Milei before its swift and costly collapse. According to unnamed sources cited by the publication,

Crypto

LA Vape Cabal Member Accused of Insider Trading Flees Country Due to Death Threats

Crypto influencer SolJakey has found himself at the center of a swirling controversy, prompting him to flee from Barcelona after receiving death threats tied to alleged insider trading. The accusations revolve around his supposed involvement with the LIBRA token, a project linked to Argentinian President Javier Milei that ultimately flopped.

Solana

Why Solana Price Is Down 8% Today, Unpacking the Reasons Behind the Drop

Solana (SOL) is taking a beating today, with its price dropping significantly nearly 8% in a matter of hours. Investors are scrambling to figure out what’s driving this steep decline, and the answer seems to lie in a messy mix of broader market trends and Solana specific woes. The

Crime

Crypto Exchange OX.FUN Attempts to Extort User for $1 Million, Faces Collapse and Controversy

OX.FUN, a gamified perpetual futures exchange helmed by Su Zhu, the infamous co-founder of the collapsed Three Arrows Capital (3AC), is making headlines again but for all that wrong reasons. Recent revelations paint a grim picture: OX.FUN’s liquid assets, excluding its native OX token, have reportedly shrunk

Memecoins

LA Vape Cabal Goes Silent: FaZe Banks, Frank DeGods, and Others Caught in Memecoin Scandals and Rug Pulls

High-profile influencers FaZe Banks, Frank DeGods, SolJakey, ThreadGuy, and others have not posted on X (formerly Twitter) for five days now, which is extremely rare for this group. This mysterious pause has ignited a storm of speculation. The reason? Reports now reveal that these key opinion leaders—or KOLs—are

Solana

Solana Faces Scrutiny as Lazarus Hacking Group Launders Stolen Funds Through Pump.fun Memecoin

Solana is catching some heat today and is under a bit of scrutiny following news of money laundering tied to the recent Bybit hack. According to ZachXBT, the hacking group has been laundering stolen funds by creating and trading a memecoin named QinShihuang on the Pump.fun platform. This token,

Memecoins

Livestream Ends in Tragedy, “If I Die Make Me a Memecoin”

In a heartbreaking incident, 23-year-old Arnold Robert Haro took his own life during a livestream on X after losing his last $500 in a Solana memecoin investment. The event has ignited urgent conversations about the volatile nature of memecoins, the psychological toll of financial loss, and the need for better

Pump.fun

Pump.fun Sees Fees, Users, and Token Launches Drop After LIBRA Fallout

The Solana based token launchpad Pump.fun has hit a rough patch, and the numbers tell a compelling story. In just one week, the platform saw its fees plummet by a staggering 32%, dipping below the 15,000 SOL daily average for the first time since late December. This sharp

Memecoins

Rumors Swirl About Kanye West Launching YZY Memecoin

Kanye West, now known simply as Ye, has sparked buzz across the internet with rumors of launching his own crypto memecoin project. The rumored memecoin, called YZY, could serve as the official currency for his Yeezy clothing brand, according to a report from CoinDesk. This move appears to be Ye’

Memecoins

Hester Pierce Weighs in On Memecoins, Says SEC Won’t Bail Out Investors

Hester Peirce, known in the cryptocurrency world as "Crypto Mom" for her supportive stance on digital assets, has issued a stern warning to traders dabbling in memecoins. During her recent appearance on the Bankless podcast, the SEC Commissioner clarified that the government might not be there to rescue

Cardano

Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Defends Argentina President Javier Milei Amid LIBRA Memecoin Controversy

Charles Hoskinson, the visionary mind behind Cardano, has stepped into the spotlight, this time to voice his unwavering support for Argentina’s President Javier Milei admid the LIBRA memecoin scandal. In a recent video clip, Hoskinson passionately defends Milei’s libertarian approach to governance, particularly the economic reforms that have