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memecoin
What does memecoin mean?
A cryptocurrency that originates from a meme or humorous concept and derives its value mainly from social-media momentum and community rather than utility. Dogecoin is the archetype.
"The whole memecoin sector pumped after that celebrity tweet."
Origin
Popularised by Dogecoin (2013) and the later wave of Shiba-style and pump.fun tokens.
Frequently asked questions
What is a memecoin?
A memecoin is a cryptocurrency built around an internet meme or joke whose price is driven mostly by social hype and community rather than any real utility.
What was the first memecoin?
Dogecoin, launched in 2013, is considered the original memecoin and remains the archetype for the category.
Are memecoins a good investment?
They're extremely volatile and speculative, prone to sudden pumps and dumps, so most people treat them as high-risk gambles rather than investments.
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