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GameStop Stock And Wolverine Memecoins Explode As Roaring Kitty Returns To The Spotlight

GameStop, the video game retailer that took Wall Street by storm in 2021, has once again become the talk of the town as its share price surges 100%. 

Fueling this rally is the return of the influential social media figure Keith Gill’s “Roaring Kitty.” After a long hiatus, Roaring Kitty’s recent activity on social platforms, including an image and video, has ignited excitement among investors and triggered a renewed frenzy for GameStop’s meme stock and the emerging world of memecoins. 

GameStop Memestock Frenzy

The meme-stock phenomenon gained widespread attention in 2021 when cash-rich investors pumped up the stock market and bet against short-selling hedge funds. 

Keith Gill’s “TheRoaringKitty” account and the subreddit “WallStreetBets” played a pivotal role in the meme stock frenzy, driving stocks like GameStop and AMC Entertainment to surge over 1,000% by the end of the same year. 

While some early investors reaped rich returns, hedge funds such as Gabe Plotkin’s Melvin Capital Management suffered significant losses, leading to closures.

According to Bloomberg, short sellers betting against GameStop initially enjoyed gains in the year’s first four months. Still, the volatile nature of meme stocks quickly erased those paper gains. Per the report, “skeptics” were up an estimated $400 million from January to April before slipping into the red by Monday morning.

The percentage of GameStop shares sold short relative to those available for trading has remained at approximately 24%, a relatively high level for a typical company but significantly lower than the 140% levels witnessed during the 2021 mania. 

As GameStop’s shares gained momentum, the cost to bet against the company increased. Recent data from S3 indicates borrowing costs exceeding a 10% annual financing fee range.

Roaring Kitty’s Ripple Effect

Roaring Kitty’s influence extended beyond GameStop, as Wolverine-themed memecoins flooded various blockchains. In response to a social media post featuring a video of Marvel superhero Wolverine, more than 30 new tokens were launched on platforms like Ethereum and Solana, as data by Dextools shows. 

Notably, the newly minted “Roaring Wolverine” token on the Ethereum blockchain experienced an astonishing 80% surge within hours of its release.

Furthermore, the memecoin market has witnessed a notable resurgence, with tokens such as Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), Pepe (PEPE), Dogwifhat (WIF), Floki Inu (FLOKI), and Bonk Inu (BONK) recording significant gains, according to CoinGecko data. 

For instance, PEPE, the market leader, surged by 15% in the past 24 hours, complementing its 20% uptrend over the previous week. It reached a new high of $0.00001077 during early Monday trading.

GameStop

Ultimately, GameStop’s meme stock resurgence, fueled by the return of Roaring Kitty, inflicted substantial losses on short sellers of the meme stock on Monday. 

The impact of Roaring Kitty’s social media presence has extended to the memecoin market, with several Wolverine-themed tokens experiencing significant surges. 

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Hedge Funds Fall For The Memecoin Frenzy: “Mind-Boggling” Returns Tempt Financial Giants

In a recent Bloomberg report, it has come to light that the hedge fund industry is increasingly drawn to the allure of the memecoin sector, given the recent price increases and substantial profits that surpass those of Bitcoin (BTC) or the largest altcoins in the market.

Memecoin Mania

One example of the appeal of memecoins to traditional finance institutions is Newport Beach-based Stratos, which launched a liquid fund with the Dogwifhat token in December. 

The Solana-based memecoin Dogwifhat, known for its mascot – a beanie-wearing dog – became a major player in the crypto world, with its price increasing more than 300 times. 

This substantial spike reportedly helped Stratos achieve a staggering 137% return in the first quarter of 2024, outperforming gains in the broader crypto market. However, Dogwifhat has since retraced more than 35% from its March 31 all-time high (ATH) of $4.83 and is currently trading at $3.09.

Interestingly, Stratos is not alone in venturing into memecoins; other hedge funds are also doing so. 

Asset manager Brevan Howard, for instance, has reportedly made a “tiny” investment in memecoins. Pantera Capital, a crypto fund, recently emphasized the staying power of memecoins and the “enormous” trading opportunities they present. 

Is It Just Gambling?

Despite the enthusiasm from some hedge funds, the report notes that many crypto participants remain skeptical of memecoins. 

Quinn Thompson, the founder of Lekker Capital, a hedge fund experimenting with trading memecoins, likened the current frenzy to the speculative fervor seen in traditional markets with stocks like GameStop. 

In addition, Thompson described memecoins as the “tip of the spear for speculation” and emphasized the “gambling-like” nature of their trading.

Still, Cosmo Jiang, a portfolio manager at Pantera Capital, noted the evolution of memecoins beyond mere jokes, calling some “culture coins” that symbolize membership in a particular group or belief system. 

The report notes that the ease of creating and launching memecoins has increased with the availability of apps like Pump.fun, which allow users to mint coins in minutes. Blockchains like Solana and Coinbase’s Base, which offer low trading fees, have been flooded with these tokens. 

In light of these developments, Josh de Vos, research lead at CCData, highlighted the improved infrastructure supporting memecoins, including increased liquidity and the development of advanced futures markets on centralized exchanges (CEX). 

As more hedge funds take memecoins seriously, Rennick Palley of Stratos anticipates a growing focus on these crypto assets. 

Drawing parallels to the initial skepticism surrounding cryptocurrencies, Palley suggests that meme-only funds may emerge, mirroring the creation of non-fungible token (NFT) funds.

To further demonstrate the interest and adoption of these emerging tokens, in the first quarter of 2024, memecoins emerged as the most profitable crypto narrative, delivering massive average returns of 1312.6% across its top tokens, according to a recent study conducted by CoinGecko.

Memecoin

Currently, the largest memecoin on the market, Dogecoin (DOGE), is trading at $0.1616, up 5% in the last seven days. It has a market cap of $23 billion. 

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Crypto Analyst Unveils 7 Memecoins To Turn $1,000 Into $1 Million

In a post via X (formerly Twitter), crypto analyst cyclop (@nobrainflip) has shared a bold prediction and personal success story with his 370,000 followers. Cyclop revealed a staggering $2.5 million profit from an initial investment of $8,000 within a year, attributing a significant portion of this success to investments in Solana-based meme coins.

Cyclop’s statement reads, “I made $2.5 million from $8,000 in a year. Most of the profit was made on $SOL meme coins 3 months ago: x400 on ANALOS, x30 on POPCAT, x8 on SILLY. Solana meme season is back, and many memes have 100x+ potential.”

Before delving into the list of recommended meme coins, cyclops issued a cautionary note, hinting at the volatile nature of these investments. Despite acknowledging the inherent risks, cyclop emphasized the unprecedented earning potential of memecoins, stating, “Many believe that memecoins are just a gamble […] However, I think it is the best way to earn in crypto if you learn when to buy and what to buy. And here’s why: ‘Buy when the pump starts.’”

Highlighting the distinct advantages of meme coins, cyclop pointed out, “Unlike other tokens, memes have an advantage: 100% of the supply is in the market, meaning there’s no emission, and VCs won’t be dumping their sky-high bags on you. Moreover, they have the biggest upside, and they are #1 rally gainers during a bull market (where we currently are).”

Reflecting on previous successful calls, such as POPCAT, ANALOS, and SILLY, which have seen returns ranging from 8x to 1000x, the analyst is now sharing a new list of promising meme coins:

#1 Wolf Wif (BALLZ)

With a $40 million market cap and $370,000 in liquidity, this coin stands out as the analyst’s “biggest bet,” highlighted by its lack of centralized exchange listings and partnerships, alongside the significant market cap achieved in under 24 hours. “NFA, but it looks like a new cult,” cyclop stated.

The memecoin is obviously inspired by DogWifHat (WIF), a memecoin that emerged on the Solana blockchain, similar to called BONK, which also saw significant gains and generated several millionaires. BALLZ may attempt to build on the success of WIF.

#2 SolChat (CHAT)

Priced at $5.8, with a $47 million market cap and $1.1 million in liquidity, SolChat has garnered attention from “major influencers” and a notable mention from the Phantom wallet, as remarked by cyclop.

According to the official website, SolChat is not merely a memecoin; it is a communication protocol on the Solana blockchain that enables text, voice, and video calls in a manner akin to traditional Web2 applications, but within a Web3 environment. It leverages the Solana blockchain’s low gas fees and on-chain storage capabilities for messages and group chats, positioning itself as a novel application in the rapidly evolving landscape of decentralized technologies.

#3 Harambe (HARAMBE)

A tribute to the beloved gorilla, this meme coin boasts a $45.8 million market cap, described as having “a real soul” by cyclop. HARAMBE is also based on the Solana blockchain and pays homage to the spirit of Harambe. It is driven by the community’s love for memes and a desire for community-driven projects.

Beyond its meme-centric nature, the Harambe meme coin aims to stand out by incorporating advanced AI technology. It features an AI neural network auto-trading bot designed to autonomously conduct trades in the cryptocurrency market, aiming to transcend the typical meme coin by leveraging AI hedge fund technology​​​​.

#4 Pelfort (PELF)

Showing a remarkable day growth of +550%, this coin has a market cap of $15.4 million and liquidity of $1.0 million, according to the crypto analyst. It is a Solana memecoin parody based on Jordon Belfort as Pepe.

#5 Doland Tremp (TREMP)

Like MAGA (TRUMP), TREMP is another meme coin that builds on the popularity of former US President Donald Trump and his potential success in the US election campaign. With a playful nod to political satire, TREMP holds a $37 million market cap, under the slogan “Mek Memes Gret Agen!”

crypto memecoin TREMP price

Rounding out the bottom of the analyst’s list are Brett (BRETT) at #6 and PENG on Solana (PENG) at #7, each with unique appeal and the potential for explosive growth, according to cyclop.