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Crypto Insight
4 days ago
- Business
- Crypto Insight
NFT market cap hits $9.3B, fueled by Ether surge
The non-fungible token (NFT) sector surged to a market capitalization of more than $9.3 billion as Ethereum-based collections increased along with the price of Ether. NFT data tracker NFT Price Floor showed on Wednesday that the overall market capitalization for NFT collections had hit $9.3 billion, a 40% uptick from July. According to DappRadar data, NFTs had a market capitalization of $6.6 billion last month. Ether, which recently pushed past the $4,000 milestone, has been a key driver behind the NFT market surge. At the time of writing, ETH traded above $4,600 and had a market capitalization of over $557 billion, according to CoinGecko. Since many NFTs are based on the Ethereum mainnet, their sales and valuations are denominated in ETH. Because of this, bullish momentum of the crypto asset translates into higher market values and increased activity in the NFT space. At the time of writing, the top 10 NFT assets by market cap were Ethereum-based. NFT market cap has surged 40% since July CryptoPunks retains its spot as the top NFT collection by market capitalization. NFT Price Floor data shows that the collection is worth at least 526,900 ETH (about $2.4 billion). In the last seven days, CryptoPunks had almost 4,200 ETH in volume, worth almost $20 million. During the week, the collection had 90 total sales, averaging at $217,331 per NFT. The Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) follows CryptoPunks in the rankings with a valuation of $602 million, while Pudgy Penguins follows closely with $591 million. Pudgy Penguins added to a crypto treasury Still, while BAYC leads in valuation, the Pudgy Penguins collection tops BAYC in terms of seven-day volume. DefiLlama data suggests that Pudgy Penguins had a volume of $8.7 million in the past week, while BAYC had $6.3 million. In a Cointelegraph interview, Pudgy Penguins CEO and owner Luca Schnetzler (better known as Luca Netz) said the collection's expansion into a physical toy brand saved the company from bankruptcy in 2022. Since then, the collection has been a leading NFT brand, rivaling other blue-chip collections. This week, blockchain company BTCS Inc. said it added three Pudgy Penguins to its corporate treasury. Apart from the three collections, other top 10 NFT collections by market cap include Art Block's Chromie Squiggle by Snowfro, Autoglyphs, Fidenza by Tyler Hobbs, Lil Pudgys, Mutant Ape Yacht Club (MAYC), Moonbirds and Milady Maker. Source:
Borneo Post
4 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
TVET programme empowers 95 Lingga residents with practical skills to boost livelihood
Sagah (fourth right) presents a certificate of participation to a participant during the closing ceremony of the TVET programme. At third left is Harden. LINGGA (Aug 14): A two-day Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme has equipped 95 local residents, including farmers, retirees, homemakers, single mothers, and school leavers, with practical skills aimed at boosting their livelihoods and income. Organised by the Sarawak Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) in collaboration with Sarawak Skills, the short-term courses were funded through MEITD's special grant and brought directly to the community. Participants received hands-on training in four courses: Basic Hydroponic Cultivation using Nutrient Film Technique (NFT); Basic Bread, Bun and Pastry Making; Basic Electrical Wiring; and Jewellery Making (Ceramics). Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, who officiated at the closing ceremony, said the initiative reflects the state's commitment under the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030 to create a skilled and competitive workforce and achieve high-income status by 2030. 'We are not just teaching skills. We are building confidence, inspiring entrepreneurship, and creating pathways to better livelihoods. Whether it leads to a small business or simply the joy of learning, every skill gained today is an opportunity for tomorrow,' he said in a statement released by the organisers. The programme also supports Sarawak's target for 20 per cent of Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) graduates to pursue TVET education. Combined with soft skills training, these courses are designed to help participants remain competitive in a fast-changing job market. For many, the courses marked a turning point. Some participants intend to cultivate hydroponic vegetables, others plan to start home-based bakeries, while some are keen to create handcrafted jewellery. The event concluded with a certificate presentation ceremony and a lucky draw, with participants expressing optimism about applying their newly acquired skills. Also present were Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Francis Harden Hollis, MEITD permanent secretary Adana Jed, Lingga District officer Frank Lani, and Sarawak Skills Deputy executive director for Corporate Services Division Amy Francis Najur. lead Lingga practical skills Roland Sgah TVET
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Solana's SOL Vs. Little Pepe's LILPEPE: Here's the top coin for short-term investors looking to make a quick buck
Solana (SOL) and Little Pepe, a meme coin, are attracting short-term profit-seeking investors in the cryptocurrency market. LILPEPE, a high-velocity, low-cost meme coin created on its own Layer 2 chain, is making headlines while Solana remains one of the most established cryptocurrencies. This thorough dive into both competitors and which may be the most imaginative play for those hoping to make a quick buck before the 2025 bull run peaks. Solana (SOL): Blue-Chip Altcoin with High Liquidity Investors wanting exposure to a quick and scalable Layer 1 blockchain should choose Solana, with a market value of over $87 billion and a trading price of $162.07. Solana is listed on all major exchanges and has over 538 million SOL in circulation and $4 billion in daily trade activity. It powers DeFi apps and NFT marketplaces with its lightning-fast transaction throughput and minimal fees. The days of 10x gains in weeks are likely behind SOL because to its magnitude. Swing traders still earn from price variations of 1%–5%, but the parabolic growth of 2021 now demands huge capital. However, many portfolios include Solana for its long-term durability. Without leveraged positions, short-term traders cannot make exponential gains. Little Pepe (LILPEPE): The Meme Coin Rocket Fueling Explosive Gains Enter Little Pepe, or $LILPEPE, the latest meme coin stealing the spotlight. Priced at just $0.0018 in its ongoing presale, LILPEPE is attracting thousands of early adopters with its fast-selling tokens, meme-powered narrative, and cutting-edge tech stack. Built on a newly developed Layer 2 Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), Little Pepe's chain is explicitly optimized for meme coins, offering ultra-low fees, high-speed finality, and protection against sniper bots, something even Solana doesn't address directly. Currently in Stage 9 of its presale, LILPEPE has raised over $15.7 million, with more than 98% of tokens sold. Investors are scrambling to buy in before the price rises to $0.0019 in the next stage. With a listing price of $0.003, the potential for early contributors to nearly double their money before hitting the open market is very real — and that's before any exchange-fueled rally. What makes LILPEPE truly stand out is its meme-centric Launchpad, designed to incubate and launch future viral tokens on the Little Pepe chain, turning the chain itself into a self-sustaining meme ecosystem. Combine this with no transaction taxes, anti-rug pull safeguards, and a community-first ethos. Short-Term Gains: Which One Wins? When it comes to short-term gains, Little Pepe edges out Solana in both upside potential and price accessibility. Solana may offer consistent performance and security, but LILPEPE provides the kind of asymmetric upside that early DOGE or SHIB investors enjoyed, the kind that turns small amounts into life-changing returns. With just $600, an investor can buy approximately 333,000 LILPEPE tokens at the current presale rate. If LILPEPE hits even $0.01, that would turn into over $3,000, and if it follows the SHIB/DOGE path to $0.05 or more, you're looking at potential returns of 5x to 20x in under a year. Compare that to Solana, where $600 would buy less than four SOL, which would need to hit $400+ to achieve similar returns. How to Get in on the LILPEPE Presale Investing in LILPEPE during its presale is easy. First, visit the official website and connect your wallet (MetaMask or Trust Wallet recommended). Ensure you have ETH or USDT to purchase, and choose your preferred token amount directly from the dashboard. Once the Ethereum network confirms the transaction, your LILPEPE tokens will appear in the presale dashboard, ready to be claimed after the sale ends. For those without crypto, you can also use fiat payment options like Ramp, MoonPay, or Transak to buy ETH with your card and then use it to invest in LILPEPE. Hurry, LILPEPE is 98% sold out, and prices will increase in the next stage. Join the moon mission today at and secure your spot in what could be 2025's most explosive meme coin launch. Conclusion: LILPEPE is the Better Bet for Quick Profits Solana is still a solid project, and perhaps even a safer one, but short-term investors looking for fast flips and viral momentum are likely to find more fertile ground with Little Pepe. Backed by Layer 2 innovation, a thriving meme ecosystem, and a rapidly growing community, LILPEPE could be the meme coin breakout of the year. Whether you're chasing that next 10x opportunity or simply looking for a cheaper entry into the meme coin frenzy, Little Pepe is the name to watch. For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below: Website: Whitepaper: Telegram: Twitter/X:
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
These 4 meme coins will deliver bitcoin's (BTC) Last 10 years of gains in just one year
As most of us know, the price of Bitcoin surged from under a dollar in 2011 to 60 thousand in 2021. Claiming a 'jaw-dropping' 60,000% return in 10 years. While $BTC may not experience another drastic growth surge in the near future, the meme coin ecosphere is developing new contenders geared to provide similar benefits. Anticipating a new bull cycle, meme coin investors are eyeing Little Pepe ($LILPEPE), ApeCoin, Useless Coin, and Fartcoin, all projected to reach new highs by early 2026. Little Pepe ($LILPEPE): The Meme Coin Reinventing Ethereum Layer 2 Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) is more than a meme in stage 9 of pre-sale, with 0.0018 being its selling value. It is a meme-compatible Layer 2 that has been built particularly for meme tokens. It has already raised over 15 million in its pre-sale stage. It is designed to attract meme tokens with incredibly low fees, anti-snipe bot protection, instant finality, and a zero tax policy. Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) is fun, fearless, and froggin' fast. It's all the old meme coins on the internet that wished to be, but they are backed by sound technology. It's not web3 with vibes; it's web3 with a purpose, meme magic, and enough tech to change the game on what meme tokens can do. Now that there are listings on CoinMarketCap and plans to launch on CEX after the presale, analysts believe that Little Pepe could follow the trajectory of these early-stage Shiba Inu or Dogecoin performances. A jump from $0.0018 to even $1 would mean a 55,000% increase—something that would put BTC's decade-long rally to shame, gaining all that in a couple of months instead. The built 'Meme Launchpad' also provides its long-term usefulness, transcending mere meme hype. ApeCoin (APE): Web3 Utility with Meme Appeal Crypto gives a considerable number of Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) holders of the NFT collections access to the ApeCoin (APE), which currently values $0.53. Although the ApeCoin is more organized than the usual meme tokens, its meme-worthy influence keeps it suspended within the meme coin domain. APE governs the voting rights in the ApeCoin DAO and is anticipated to be important in the Otherside metaverse. After hitting a peak price of over $25 during the NFT craze of 2021, APE's value has dropped sharply—marking it as an asset poised for a significant recovery. Should the Web3 ecosystem bounce back, ApeCoin has the potential to reach $5-$10, enticing early investors with returns of 10 to 20 times their initial investment. Useless Coin (USELESS): Ironic Name, Real Possibility As the name suggests, Useless Coin is gaining traction across crypto communities for its branding and serious market presence. Currently priced at $0.23, Useless Coin is benefitting from a renewed wave of speculation associated with memes. It has a decent following on social media and decent trading volume, which is excellent for liquidity during market upswings. Should meme culture sustain its influence on tokens, Useless Coin might surge to $2 to $5, resulting in returns between 8 and 20 times the initial investment. It has no real-world use cases but profits from community and ironic support. This is reminiscent of the formula that once launched Dogecoin to prominence. Fartcoin (FARTCOIN): The Loudest Meme in the Room Fartcoin is absurd and irreverent and is currently priced around $0.96. Fartcoin is trading with real volume on major Solana-based DEXs. Fartcoin rose to prominence due to its ridiculous branding, which rose to prominence after a market capitalization of almost $900 million. Fartcoin bluntly captures the zeitgeist of the Gen Z meme culture to market tangible liquidity, and Fartcoin allows it to trade during hype spikes. Analysts expect that if Fartcoin once again becomes trendy, it could return to its previous highs of around $3 to $5, providing a 2x to 5x opportunity for people buying below the $1 mark. Conclusion All these meme tokens have different levels of risk and reward, but have explosive potential. Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) is exciting because of its Layer 2 utility feature and ultra-low presale price. It is the most likely to replicate Bitcoin's explosive growth. Also, ApeCoin delivers culture-based utility, Useless Coin leans into meme irony, and Fartcoin thrives on viral absurdity. This is the market area to keep an eye on—and possibly gain from—for investors looking for Bitcoin-like returns before 2026. This area is undoubtedly high-reward and high-risk. For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below: Website: Whitepaper: Telegram: Twitter/X:
Yahoo
10-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NFTs Are Back? Billionaire Sparks Buzz With Surprise 5,000 NFT Purchase
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Billionaire Adam Weitsman says he has acquired 5,000 Otherdeed non-fungible tokens from Yuga Labs, creators of the popular Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection, for an undisclosed sum. 'Today is a special day for me,' Weitsman said Monday on X. 'I'm making a long-term investment in Otherside and acquiring over 5,000 Otherdeeds, Mega Kodas and Weapon Kodas direct from Yuga Labs to continue building my collection. I have also committed to making a series of acquisitions on the open market this year.' Don't Miss: The same firms that backed Uber, Venmo and eBay are investing in this pre-IPO company disrupting a $1.8T market — — no wallets, just price speculation and free paper trading to practice different strategies. Otherdeeds are NFTs representing land deeds in Otherside, a 3D blockchain-based virtual world created by Yuga Labs. These Otherdeeds have a 100,000 supply, with Weitsman's recent purchase representing 5% of the total. Like many other metaverse projects, Otherside was announced during the height of the NFT craze in 2021. The project had garnered significant hype due to the success of the Bored Ape Yacht Club collection and raised over $300 million from the sale of 55,000 Otherdeed NFTs in April 2022. But as with most other metaverse and NFT projects, interest in Otherdeed has plummeted following the 2022 cryptocurrency bear market. Amid the downturn, Yuga Labs has been forced to sell IPs like Moonbirds and CryptoPunks while shifting focus to Otherside. Weitsman cited this Otherside focus among his motivations for the recent NFT sweep. Trending: Accredited Investors: Grab Pre-IPO Shares of the AI Company Powering Hasbro, Sephora & MGM— 'I have recently seen Yuga refocus and prioritize Otherside,' he said Monday. 'There is a lot riding on this project for the whole space and I will do my best to help make it a success for everyone.' An avid art collector, Weitsman has built a reputation as a long-term investor and advocate of NFTs over the years. This reputation shines through in the recent Yuga Labs deal. He told Now Media on Monday that his motivations were not financial, noting that as part of the contract, he can't sell the Otherdeed NFTs despite a 'multimillion dollar commitment' on his part. 'This space needs a beacon of hope,' he said. 'I don't have a financial interest in Yuga, so I can be very objective. I'm not biased toward the thing. I just want what's best for the space.' Weitsman told Now Media that he chose Otherside because he loved the aesthetics and believed in the Yuga Labs team.'I love the look, the plants, resources, and artifacts. I'm really drawn to that,' he said. 'I love mythology. I just feel that this could be the greatest story.' In the future, Weitsman envisions Otherside as a place where children can find solace, get inspiration and learn. 'I've got some ideas about kids playing this all over the world,' he told Now Media. 'A place that kids can dream in. They can dream that this is their house and this is their land.' He added that he would love to have an adviser for every 30 Otherdeeds that would teach the children to build and trade. Read Next: 'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. Image: Shutterstock This article NFTs Are Back? Billionaire Sparks Buzz With Surprise 5,000 NFT Purchase originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
