Meme Coin Market Overview: From the Margins to the Mainstream
Meme coins have evolved from a fringe joke in the cryptocurrency realm to significant speculative assets. They are influencing capital flows, social media sentiment, and even political propaganda. Here are the latest developments and data insights in the Meme coin market.
Recent developments
In 2024, the total market value of Meme coins will grow by over 500%, driving speculative funds to shift from mainstream coins to Meme altcoins in early 2025. In 2025, U.S. regulators will classify most Meme coins as collectibles rather than securities, reducing protections for investors.
On January 17, 2025, less than 24 hours after
$TRUMP was launched, its market value soared to $27 billion, sparking interest in political-themed tokens. In the following weeks, over 700 Trump-related Meme coins emerged, nearly 200 of which used the names of Trump family members.
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