Launchpad

Launchpads are decentralized platforms that facilitate early-stage fundraising for new Web3 projects through Initial DEX Offerings (IDOs). They provide investors with curated access to token sales while offering startups a community-driven capital injection. In 2026, launchpads have evolved into full-stack incubators, focusing on project quality and long-term sustainability. Follow this tag for the latest in token distribution models, tier-based participation, and the emergence of the next generation of "unicorn" protocols across various blockchain ecosystems.

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Created: 2026/02/02 18:52
Updated: 2026/02/02 18:52
Pump.fun token cracks $3bn market cap, co-founder says it’s ‘nibbling the lunch’ of Rumble and Kick

Pump.fun token cracks $3bn market cap, co-founder says it’s ‘nibbling the lunch’ of Rumble and Kick

The livestream feature that nearly killed Pump.fun is now helping to power its comeback.On Sunday, Pump.fun’s native PUMP token crossed a $3 billion market cap for the first time, less than two months after an initial coin offering that raised nearly $600 million in just 12 minutes.“We’re nibbling on their lunch and coming for more,” co-founder Alon Cohen wrote on X, claiming the platform has already surpassed livestreaming rival Rumble in concurrent livestreams and is closing in on Kick.But livestream count isn’t the standard metric. Most platforms are evaluated by concurrent viewers, which are harder to manipulate. In the past week, Rumble averaged 79,000 concurrent viewers, while Kick and market leader Twitch logged 719,000 and over 2 million, respectively, according to Streams Charts data. Pump.fun doesn’t publish equivalent data and isn’t tracked on Streams Charts, making its claims difficult to verify. Cohen did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the platform’s viewer numbers.The platform’s resurgence is also being driven by a new creator revenue-sharing program which began in May, which allocates 50% of PumpSwap revenue directly to coin creators.Pump.fun is a Solana-based launchpad that lets users spin up and trade memecoins with just a few clicks. It introduced a controversial livestreaming feature last year as a tool for coin creators to pitch tokens in real time, but it quickly spiraled into chaos. Streams were suspended in November 2024 after users performed stunts, threatened pets, and faked suicides. Pump.fun quietly started reviving the livestream feature in April with updated guidelines and policies.Crypto market moversBitcoin is even on the day, trading at $115,550.Ethereum is down 0.3% in the past 24 hours and is trading at $4,615.What we’re readingBitcoin and Ethereum ETFs roar back adding nearly $3bn last week — DL NewsAave Seeks to Reduce Scroll Exposure Amid Governance Chaos — UnchainedWhat you missed this week — Milk RoadArthur Hayes says he’s hanging up his memecoin hat in favour of high-yield DeFi plays — DL NewsKyle Baird is DL News’ Weekend Editor. Got a tip? Email at [email protected].

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Dogecoin (DOGE) is set for $3 by 2026, but One Coin Under $0.003 Might Surge 12,400% sooner

Dogecoin (DOGE) is set for $3 by 2026, but One Coin Under $0.003 Might Surge 12,400% sooner

The post Dogecoin (DOGE) is set for $3 by 2026, but One Coin Under $0.003 Might Surge 12,400% sooner appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Dogecoin’s back in the headlines, and analysts aren’t ruling out a $2–$3 print by 2026. At a roughly $33 billion market cap, DOGE has the liquidity and cultural weight to get there, but big caps usually mean slower, steadier gains.  If you want fireworks sooner, then you’ll need to schedule elsewhere. Little Pepe (LILPEPE), trading under $0.003 in presale and building the kind of retail momentum that can compress multi-year moves into months. Why DOGE’s $3 is Plausible But Slow DOGE’s path to $3 is driven by the same force that made it famous: retail mania. Analysts projecting $2–$3 rely on repeated meme cycles, influencer-driven volume, and renewed retail appetite. That’s a credible base case, but it’s typically measured in multiples of 5–15x from today, not thousand-fold leaps. In short, it is stable liquidity with a slower percentage upside. Little Pepe’s Rapid-Fire Growth Curve Unlike meme tokens built on little more than hype, Little Pepe (LILPEPE) fuses culture with infrastructure. It’s launching as a Layer-2 blockchain optimized for scalability, speed, and security, three features often missing from meme projects. Its mission is to be the meme chain supporting new launches, staking, and community governance. The presale has become a story in itself. Stage 12 is live at $0.0021, with the next stage climbing to $0.0022. Over $24.8 million has been raised, with more than 15.4 billion tokens sold. Demand is running hot, with each stage closing faster than the last. Entry is simple: register an ERC-20 wallet, complete a few social tasks, and buy in, and every purchase doubles as a mechanical nudge that increases viral reach and on-chain proof of demand. How LILPEPE Could Reach $3 Before DOGE What gives LILPEPE a shot at $3 isn’t abstract math; it’s momentum and structure. The presale price is under $0.003, with…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Shiba Inu Price Prediction: Experienced Investors Believe This Other Crypto Has a Better Shot at Overtaking Dogecoin

Shiba Inu Price Prediction: Experienced Investors Believe This Other Crypto Has a Better Shot at Overtaking Dogecoin

The conversation around Shiba Inu price prediction is trending again as SHIB struggles to maintain momentum in 2025. Once considered Dogecoin’s fiercest rival, Shiba Inu now faces weakening demand, shrinking developer activity, and an apparent loss of market dominance. While some still hope for a rebound, many seasoned investors believe another emerging meme project, Little [...] The post Shiba Inu Price Prediction: Experienced Investors Believe This Other Crypto Has a Better Shot at Overtaking Dogecoin appeared first on Blockonomi.

Author: Blockonomi
Lark Davis Takes Swipes At Cardano Over Low Users, Sparks Fierce Reactions From Community ⋆ ZyCrypto

Lark Davis Takes Swipes At Cardano Over Low Users, Sparks Fierce Reactions From Community ⋆ ZyCrypto

The post Lark Davis Takes Swipes At Cardano Over Low Users, Sparks Fierce Reactions From Community ⋆ ZyCrypto appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Advertisement &nbsp &nbsp Crypto investor Lark Davis has poked holes into Cardano over its low user base, but community members have swooped in to defend the blockchain. ADA defenders cite its nearly eight-year uptime, governance mechanism, scalability, and growing utility as reasons for their confidence in the project. Lark Davis Stirs The Hornet’s Nest Bitcoin investor Lark Davis has criticized Cardano over its dwindling user base, casting doubt over its market capitalization. In an X post, Davis disclosed that Cardano’s market capitalization sits at $32 billion despite low activity levels on the blockchain, placing it side-by-side with Pump.fun. According to Davis, Pump.fun has emerged as one of the most popular projects in the cryptocurrency world, with a market capitalization of $2 billion. Given the activity levels of the Solana-based platform, Davis predicts a higher valuation for the project’s native token, PUMP. “Cardano, which almost no one uses, is worth $32 billion,” said Davis. “Pump Fun, one of the most popular and highest revenue apps in the entire industry, is worth just $2 billion. HIGHER.” At the moment, ADA trades at $0.92, rising by 13.27% over the last week in a rally driven by a raft of ecosystem activity. On the other hand, Pump.fun has surged 5% on the 24-hour chart to trade at $0.006. Amid the comparison, Davis disclosed that he owns a stash of PUMP tokens, fuelling a wave of reactions from Cardano proponents. Advertisement &nbsp Pseudonymous X account Dave took swipes at Davis’ claims of low activity on the Cardano network. Dave noted that “Cardano is widely used” and is still running after processing nearly $114 million in eight years. Dave argued that Cardano has consistently ranked as one of the top ten largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization since launch. He pointed to a growing ecosystem…

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Little Pepe Surges & Nexchain AI Climbs to $0.108 but Only BlockchainFX Could 2x and Offer Daily Income

Little Pepe Surges & Nexchain AI Climbs to $0.108 but Only BlockchainFX Could 2x and Offer Daily Income

BlockchainFX presale tops $7.2M—daily USDT & BFX rewards, buybacks, burns & 2x launch upside make it the top crypto to buy now.

Author: Blockchainreporter
Future Blockchain Summit: The Ultimate Next Gen Finance and Decentralized Tech Event in Dubai

Future Blockchain Summit: The Ultimate Next Gen Finance and Decentralized Tech Event in Dubai

The post Future Blockchain Summit: The Ultimate Next Gen Finance and Decentralized Tech Event in Dubai appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Event Dates: October 12-15, 2025 Location: Dubai Harbour Where Blockchain Meets Fintech, and the Future of Finance is Forged In its 8th edition, Future Blockchain Summit returns, joining forces with Fintech Surge to deliver the ultimate collision of blockchain, fintech, and digital assets. This is where the future of money takes shape, in real time, with real leaders. From DeFi and payments to insurtech and AI-powered finance, the summit brings together innovators, regulators, unicorns, and deal-makers for four days of unfiltered business, tech, and impact. Co-located with Expand North Star – the world’s largest startup and investor connect event, it’s your gateway to scale, fund, launch, and lead in the world’s fastest-growing digital economy. Get Your Free Visitor Pass Today! Exhibit With Us: For Blockchain Companies: For Fintech Companies: In its 8th year, this powerhouse event packs a punch with: 250+ global speakers shaping the next wave of finance and tech 1,200+ investors ready to discover and fund the next breakout startups Live demos & product launches that turn ideas into real deals Regulators, central banks & institutions hashing out the future of money, live Startups, this is your launchpad – get in front of top VCs, accelerators, and ecosystem leaders ready to invest This isn’t just an event, it’s where breakthroughs happen, where partnerships ignite, and where the future of finance is written. The GITEX Digital Assets Forum – Invite-Only A major highlight of the show: an exclusive, closed-door forum where the world’s top regulators, central banks, financial institutions, and blockchain architects dive deep into: Tokenized finance & CBDCs Cross-border compliance & governance AI in financial infrastructure Institutional DeFi and digital asset adoption Why You Should Be There For Startups: This is your moment. Show off your tech, pitch to global investors, and scale across MENA. For Fintech &…

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Investor Who Called Ethereum’s $700 to $4,800 Rally in 2021 Shares Crypto Token That Could Recreate These Gains in 2025

Investor Who Called Ethereum’s $700 to $4,800 Rally in 2021 Shares Crypto Token That Could Recreate These Gains in 2025

The post Investor Who Called Ethereum’s $700 to $4,800 Rally in 2021 Shares Crypto Token That Could Recreate These Gains in 2025 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The investor who accurately predicted Ethereum’s surge from $700 to $4,800 in 2021 has now highlighted a new crypto project. This time, attention is on Little Pepe (LILPEPE), a meme coin that is no longer just about humor. Instead, it is combining internet culture with a powerful blockchain framework.  Investors are taking note, and momentum …

Author: CoinPedia
Missed the Ethereum Pump? 3 Tokens Under $1 That Could Skyrocket With Huge Gains in 2025

Missed the Ethereum Pump? 3 Tokens Under $1 That Could Skyrocket With Huge Gains in 2025

Historical data reveal that the real money is made by buying the tokens for under $1 before the crowds arrive. […] The post Missed the Ethereum Pump? 3 Tokens Under $1 That Could Skyrocket With Huge Gains in 2025 appeared first on Coindoo.

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Pepeto Presale Surpasses $6.6M Milestone As Demo Exchange Sparks Confidence

Pepeto Presale Surpasses $6.6M Milestone As Demo Exchange Sparks Confidence

The post Pepeto Presale Surpasses $6.6M Milestone As Demo Exchange Sparks Confidence appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Advertisement &nbsp &nbsp Disclaimer: The below article is sponsored, and the views in it do not represent those of ZyCrypto. Readers should conduct independent research before taking any actions related to the project mentioned in this piece. This article should not be regarded as investment advice. Ethereum-based meme coin Pepeto is happy to announce it has crossed the $6.68 million mark in its ongoing presale, following the successful launch of its demo exchange. Despite a crowded crypto market, Pepeto’s presale price of $0.000000152 has drawn thousands of participants who value the project’s utility-driven roadmap. Unlike many meme coins that rely solely on viral marketing, Pepeto has delivered a tangible product: its zero-fee exchange demo, which has quickly set it apart from its competitors. This milestone highlights increasing interest as billions of tokens continue to be purchased ahead of Q4 2025.  The exchange showcases fast, fee-free trading and a user-friendly interface, drawing attention from not only retail traders but also potential institutional partners. The project’s progress has generated significant conversation across Telegram, YouTube, Twitter, and crypto AMAs, reflecting genuine community engagement rather than paid hype. Community Energy and Rewarding Structure Pepeto’s presale model adds incremental value at each stage, rewarding early adopters as token prices increase. Users can also stake their holdings, currently earning returns of up to 229%, reinforcing incentives for both participation and long-term holding. Advertisement &nbsp Beyond memes, Pepeto’s growing community is actively engaging with the project—sharing walkthroughs, screenshots, and reviews—which indicates a genuine interest in its ecosystem. Technology and Security as Core Strengths Built on the Ethereum blockchain with EVM compatibility, Pepeto integrates zero-fee trading, staking, bridging functions, and planned NFT utilities. By addressing common pain points in meme coin ecosystems, such as high gas fees and slow transactions, the project is positioning itself for…

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Kuwait Dances With China, U.S. Still Biggest Security Guarantor

Kuwait Dances With China, U.S. Still Biggest Security Guarantor

The post Kuwait Dances With China, U.S. Still Biggest Security Guarantor appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. China’s relationship with Kuwait is the best amongst all the gulf states, and emblematic of problems confronting American policy and global energy markets. AFP via Getty Images In the closing days of August, Princess Dr. Sheikha Al-Anoud Ibrahim Al-Duaij Al-Sabah stepped before an assembled crowd in Kuwait City to inaugurate the Kuwait-China Friendship Club. The Sheikha is the Club’s Honorary President. She is also a member of the Al-Sabah dynasty, which has ruled Kuwait since 1756. Last but not least, she has been involved with China since at least 2012. The Friendship Club, like the once ubiquitous and now controversial Confucius Institutes that dotted the West, is more than simply a cultural exchange. It represents and enables the growing reach and influence of China in Kuwait, a country of only 1.3 million citizens, which has maintained very close relations with the United States since U.S. and allied forces spent blood and treasure to liberate the country and restore the exiled Al-Sabah regime to power in the limited 1991 Gulf War. That conflict was triggered when Iraq under Baathist dictator Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait in 1990 and threatened Saudi Arabia. For some, the Friendship Club may be seen as a natural extension of globalization, a harmless gesture of goodwill. For others, particularly those in the Western foreign policy communities, it is the latest sign that Kuwait may be shifting its geopolitical weight eastward. These concerns are not simply ideological. They are rooted in questions of accountability, military alignment, and energy policy, all of which have seen Kuwait and China grow conspicuously close in recent months. Kuwaiti and Chinese Military Entanglements During the global war on terror, Kuwait cooperated with the U.S. and served as the launchpad for the 2003 invasion of Iraq. This may have masked an uncomfortable truth from the…

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