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Recently, I noticed that the foundation of a major exchange has been very active. The Chinese meme projects Hakeem and Laozi have been acquired by the foundation's wallet, and the underlying logic is quite interesting — this could mean they are one step closer to being listed on spot or derivatives trading on the exchange.
It seems that a new pattern is forming within the exchange ecosystem: the foundation plays an increasingly crucial role, from discovering and investing in projects to promoting their launch.
Community tokens like DOYR, PALU, and bibi have been continuously expanding their markets and building consensus. But honestly, relying solely on community efforts has its limits. The real turning point may depend on whether they can catch the attention of mainstream foundations and gain their endorsement. Once this recognition is achieved, the project can enter the next stage of development.
Therefore, the next round of competition may no longer focus just on token price or the number of holders, but on who can be the first to attract the foundation’s attention. This might be a new opportunity for community tokens to break through.