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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Top 3 Memecoins Set to Outperform the Market by the End of 2025

Top 3 Memecoins Set to Outperform the Market by the End of 2025

The post Top 3 Memecoins Set to Outperform the Market by the End of 2025 appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The memecoin market has continued to surprise even seasoned crypto investors. Certain coins are emerging as potential market leaders with innovative projects combining humor, utility, and blockchain technology.  Three tokens, namely Little Pepe (LILPEPE), Brett (BRETT), and NotCoin (NOTCOIN), are being closely monitored by analysts because they are expected to perform better than the market by the time the year 2025 comes to a close.   These projects each have a strong community support system and forward-thinking features, both of which have the potential to assist them in increasing their value over the approaching few months. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) Little Pepe (LILPEPE) is the current memecoin ecosystem standout. The project recently concluded stage 11 of its presale at $0.002 per token, and stage 12 is now live at $0.0021, a 10% increase from the previous stage. Stage 13 is expected to launch at $0.0022, reflecting steady built-in price growth for early investors. Those who joined at stage 1 are already up around 110%. When the token officially launches at $0.003, stage 12 buyers could see a potential gain of roughly 42.86%. LILPEPE is more than just a frog meme; it operates on a Layer 2 EVM-compatible chain that’s fast, low-cost, and resistant to sniper bots. The project includes a Pepe Launchpad, designed to seed future meme and NFT projects, while maintaining a fair trading environment with zero transaction tax. A transparent vesting plan reduces the risk of sudden dumps, creating long-term stability for holders. The project has already raised over $22,404,487 during presale, selling more than 14,287,849,916 tokens, and it is officially listed on CoinMarketCap with a CertiK audit completed. Analysts suggest the token could see up to 10,000 percent upside if adoption accelerates post-launch. On top of this, a $777K giveaway is underway, with ten winners set to claim…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
50% Workforce Cut for New Model

50% Workforce Cut for New Model

The post 50% Workforce Cut for New Model appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Sandbox layoffs have reached a critical milestone as the metaverse platform that during the NFT boom raised $93 million from SoftBank undergoes a dramatic transformation by laying off 250 employees — half its workforce — and pivoting to a memecoin launchpad business model. Summary The Sandbox is shifting from a game and metaverse that, at one point, had thousands of users but is now dwindling to hundreds, prominent analysts say. The entity will now shift toward a memecoin launchpad model, not dissimilar from platforms like Pump.fun. Questions remain as to what the slashing of over half its workforce will mean for the Animoca Brands-managed Sandbox. Virtual world pioneer The Sandbox is reportedly planning to lay off more than half of its workforce and replace its co-founders with a new CEO, marking a dramatic shift for the once-prominent metaverse platform. The news, first reported by French journalist Gregor Raymond on August 28, signals what many industry observers view as an inevitable reckoning for a company that has struggled to justify its valuation amid declining interest in virtual worlds and NFT gaming. Founded by Arthur Madrid and Sebastien Borget, The Sandbox emerged as a flagship project during the 2021 NFT boom, promising immersive digital experiences and virtual real estate opportunities. The company has so far not commented on the report, though reaction online has been one of muted expectations for metaverse projects, particularly in the latest cycle. This potential transformation — from metaverse gaming platform to what sources suggest could be a memecoin trading launchpad — would represent one of the most significant strategic pivots in cryptocurrency history. It underscores the broader challenges facing virtual world platforms that once commanded premium valuations but have struggled to maintain user engagement and revenue streams. The development raises questions about whether this marks a broader…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
New Solana launchpad Heaven grabs 15% market share, outpaces rivals with ‘God Flywheel’ model

New Solana launchpad Heaven grabs 15% market share, outpaces rivals with ‘God Flywheel’ model

Solana‑based token launchpad Heaven went live on Aug. 15 and has averaged about 4,100 token launches per day.

Author: Coinstats
Top crypto protocols generate $1.2B in revenue after recording 9.3% monthly growth

Top crypto protocols generate $1.2B in revenue after recording 9.3% monthly growth

The post Top crypto protocols generate $1.2B in revenue after recording 9.3% monthly growth appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The 10 highest-grossing crypto protocols generated $1.2 billion in revenue during the 30 days ending Aug. 28, representing a 9.3% increase from the previous month’s total of $1.1 billion per DefiLlama data. Ethena led the percentage gains with a 243% revenue surge, jumping from $9.46 million to $32.48 million, as its synthetic dollar USDe captured market share from traditional stablecoins. The protocol’s revenue expansion of $23 million represented the second-largest absolute increase among tracked applications. Pump.fun posted the second-highest percentage growth at 79%, with revenue climbing from $22.55 million to $40.39 million. The Solana-based memecoin launchpad benefited from continued speculation in newly created tokens, generating an additional $17.84 million in monthly fees. Stablecoin dominance continues Tether maintained market leadership despite modest 2.9% growth, with revenue rising from $614.79 million to $632.91 million. The stablecoin issuer’s $18.12 million increase represented the largest absolute gain among protocols, reinforcing its position as the sector’s primary revenue generator. Circle ranked second with revenue growing 4.5% from $197.59 million to $206.4 million, adding $8.81 million in monthly fees. Combined, the two stablecoin issuers accounted for 70% of total crypto protocol revenue during the tracking period. Hyperliquid recorded substantial growth with revenue expanding 25.9% from $82.86 million to $104.3 million. The decentralized perpetual exchange captured an additional $21.43 million as trading volumes increased across its platform. Mixed performance across sectors Sky Protocol achieved 77.5% revenue growth, rising from $10.1 million to $17.93 million. Jupiter reported 23.5% growth, with revenue increasing from $21.95 million to $27.1 million, driven by activity in the Solana ecosystem. Tron recorded moderate gains of 11.6%, with revenue climbing from $56.21 million to $62.73 million. Phantom wallet generated $22.82 million, up 9.5% from $20.84 million in the previous period. Axiom provided the sole negative performance among top protocols, with revenue declining 13.9% from…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Cheap Below $0.003, This Meme Coin Could be the Next 20,000% Runner After Pepe Coin (PEPE)

Cheap Below $0.003, This Meme Coin Could be the Next 20,000% Runner After Pepe Coin (PEPE)

From Dogecoin’s early dominance to Shiba Inu’s community-driven surge and Pepe’s explosive run, history shows that meme tokens can deliver life-changing returns in a short span. Attention is shifting toward a new contender trading under $0.003; Little Pepe (LILPEPE). With its nearly sold-out presale, unique Layer 2 design, and rapid rise in community interest, LILPEPE […]

Author: Cryptopolitan
The Sandbox co-founders ousted from exec roles amid mass layoffs

The Sandbox co-founders ousted from exec roles amid mass layoffs

The post The Sandbox co-founders ousted from exec roles amid mass layoffs appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. This is a segment from The Drop newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. The metaverse is long over. And yet, it’s always been here, since the dawn of the internet. You’re in the metaverse as you read this. The metaverse in the 2022-era sense of the word was little more than a fancy marketing play around rebranding VR. But every video game, every livestream, and every social media app is arguably all part of the existing metaverse that is the internet. Paradoxically, the metaverse as corporate executives imagined it never materialized, because it was already here this whole time. Today we’re unpacking some details about what’s been going on at The Sandbox, one of the OG crypto metaverse projects, and the massive overhaul it now faces. The Sandbox gets slashed, pivots to memes Ethereum-based metaverse land game The Sandbox is being gutted and restructured, facing layoffs and executive changes as Animoca Brands reshapes its future. The crypto newsletter TheBigWhale first reported the news on Wednesday. Animoca Brands confirmed to Blockworks that a “restructuring” has occurred. Animoca Brands has laid off over half of The Sandbox’s 250 employees and moved the game’s co-founders — Sébastien Borget and Arthur Madrid — into new roles.  Animoca CEO Robby Yung was internally appointed The Sandbox’s new CEO about two weeks ago, TheBigWhale notes, with an internal source adding that Borget and Madrid “no longer have executive powers” in their new roles. In a statement shared with Blockworks, Animoca confirmed the role changes but said that both of The Sandbox’s cofounders “remain deeply involved” with the project. Borget is taking on the role of “ambassador,” while Madrid is taking a “chairman” role. In a phone call with TheBigWhale, Borget reportedly said: “I remain the person who best represents The Sandbox around the world.” Borget did…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Top coins face rival memecoin offering massive growth potential

Top coins face rival memecoin offering massive growth potential

As DOGE, SHIB, PEPE cool, Little Pepe raises $22.3m in presale, with analysts eyeing massive upside. #partnercontent

Author: Crypto.news
The Sandbox Lays Off 50% of Staff and Shifts to Meme Coin Launchpad

The Sandbox Lays Off 50% of Staff and Shifts to Meme Coin Launchpad

TLDR The Sandbox is laying off 50% of its staff and shifting away from metaverse development. CEO Robby Yung of Animoca Brands will lead the company as it pivots to a meme coin launchpad. The Sandbox’s native token SAND has fallen by 97% since its peak in 2021. The company’s pivot comes as metaverse engagement [...] The post The Sandbox Lays Off 50% of Staff and Shifts to Meme Coin Launchpad appeared first on CoinCentral.

Author: Coincentral
List of 4 Meme Coins That Will Outperform Ethereum (ETH) This Bull Cycle

List of 4 Meme Coins That Will Outperform Ethereum (ETH) This Bull Cycle

The year 2025 is already shaping up to be a revolutionary year in the cryptocurrency world, and Ethereum (ETH) remains a leading candidate. Nonetheless, the meme coin sector is on the rise, and LILPEPE, BONK, Fartcoin, and Turbo (TURBO) are among the most promising investments with high potential to surpass Ethereum during the next bull […]

Author: Cryptopolitan
The Sandbox Reportedly Cuts Half Its Staff, Pivots to Meme Coin Platform

The Sandbox Reportedly Cuts Half Its Staff, Pivots to Meme Coin Platform

The Sandbox, once a leading metaverse platform, is reportedly making dramatic changes to survive in today's crypto market.

Author: Brave Newcoin