Memecoin frenzy goes beyond Solana: Here’s what’s next

Gotbit Hedge Fund is a performance-focused market maker, supporting the growth of the memecoin ecosystem by offering liquidity solutions and advising on project sustainability.

In 2024, the memecoin market has become one of the fastest-growing sectors in the crypto space. What started as a lighthearted, community-driven trend has evolved into a bustling ecosystem where traders and developers actively explore new opportunities.

The rise of platforms dedicated to launching memecoins has made it easier than ever for creators to issue their tokens, leading to a surge of new projects and investor interest. For example, Tron, a blockchain platform known for its scalability and speed, has launched SunPump memecoin deployer.

Since its launch on Aug. 13, SunPump has facilitated the creation of over 79,000 new tokens and generated over $4.9 million in revenue, according to Dune.com. On Aug. 21, blockchain researcher Adam noted that SunPump had outpaced its Solana-based rival Pump.fun by 59% in revenue over the previous 24 hours.

However, beyond the headlines of high-profile launches, the broader memecoin landscape remains complex and volatile. To navigate this fast-paced environment, companies like Gotbit Hedge Fund are stepping in to support the ecosystem’s growth, helping projects scale and thrive.

Gotbit Hedge Fund is a performance-focused market maker. The firm’s experience spans over 500 clients and $1.7 billion in assets under management, specifically focusing on supporting the growth and sustainability of memecoin projects.

With eight separate trading teams that work together to assist each project that gets onboarded, Gotbit Hedge Fund provides critical infrastructure, supports token generation events (TGEs), offers marketing strategies and assists with listings and networking opportunities.

Navigating the memecoin hype

On Aug. 21, Gotbit Hedge Fund published a seven-tweet analysis of its playbook overseeing SunPump’s potential and impact on Tron, which later Tron founder and CEO Justin Sun commented as “straight-up” and “professional:”

Mass media buzzing: $TRX chart is rising despite the market

Degen community is flooding every X Space with @justinsuntron, trying to predict the next GEM on Tron

Let's review the main reasons and effects of SunPump's successful launch🧵 👇 pic.twitter.com/LZ8Czg6aur

— Gotbit Hedge Fund (@gotbit_io) August 21, 2024

Having previously worked with popular memecoins on Solana, including Myro (MYRO), Ponke (PONKE), Bonk (BONK) and Mumu the Bull (MUMU), Gotbit sees a similar opportunity emerging on Tron.

Despite the rapid rise of Tron’s memecoin market, industry experts, including Gotbit Hedge Fund’s CEO and founder Alex Andryunin, advise a cautious approach. Andryunin highlighted in an exclusive interview that while the initial excitement surrounding memecoins on Tron is palpable, it’s important to look beyond the surface-level hype to assess the long-term potential of these projects.

“This initial round of enthusiasm is just smoke that has to clear before we get a true picture of what Tron brings to the meme space that is different or better than other layer-1 blockchains.”

The Gotbit Hedge Fund CEO noted that while platforms like SunPump are generating impressive results, sustainability will depend on Tron’s ability to differentiate itself and foster a robust, engaged community.

“For now, what Tron will bring to the meme space remains to be seen,” said Adryunin. “In the meantime, it’s best to look past the hype. Whether you are buying or launching a project, look at the platform for launch and the community around the chain.”

Building transparency and security in memecoin projects

“Today TRON is certainly meeting market demand with its fair sale launchpad, and another L1 getting involved is a bullish sign for memecoins,” Andryunin said. “But what will it do differently or offer to attract buyers and projects?”

Tron’s competitive advantage could lie in its focus on addressing critical vulnerabilities in the memecoin space, such as transparency and project integrity. Tron founder Justin Sun has acknowledged one such vulnerability in memecoin launch pads: the ease with which bad actors can exploit platforms to launch tokens and execute “rug pulls,” leaving investors with worthless coins once the hype fades.

“To address this, the Sun team is committed to enhancing our review processes, introducing community oversight and promoting transparency to ensure the safety and trust of our users.”

Additionally, SunPump has partnered with crypto exchange Poloniex. Memecoins that reach a daily trading volume of $1 million for three consecutive days become eligible for listing on Poloniex, providing a key incentive for legitimate projects.

In a move to further support the growth of new tokens, Sun also revealed that Tron and SunPump are launching a $10 million Meme Ecosystem Boost Incentive Program, which will provide resources and incentives for newly released tokens on the platform.

Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/memecoin-frenzy-goes-beyond-solana-heres-whats-next