18 May 2025

PEPU: Frog Memecoins Back in the Spotlight

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The memecoin frenzy is heating up again, with Pepe Unchained (PEPU) emerging as one of the most talked-about tokens. Its recent price rally is closely tied to the upcoming launch of Pepe’s Pump Pad, a new platform designed to facilitate the creation of memecoins.

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PEPU’s Price Surge and the Launch of Pepe’s Pump Pad

According to CoinMarketCap, PEPU has gained 60.42% in the past week and 116.27% over the past month. This surge is attributed to growing anticipation for Pepe’s Pump Pad, a key initiative within Pepe Unchained’s broader strategy.

PEPU’s monthly growth – The Coinomist
PEPU’s monthly growth. Source: coinmarketcap

Pepe’s Pump Pad is a Layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum, designed to provide fast and low-cost transactions while maintaining the security and reliability of the Ethereum mainnet. Its launch could help Ethereum compete more effectively with blockchains like Solana, where memecoins have experienced explosive growth.

Additionally, in the coming weeks, Pepe Unchained is set to introduce its own decentralized exchange (DEX) and a cross-chain bridge. These developments are expected to boost demand for PEPU by attracting users from other blockchain ecosystems.

The Rise of Frog-Themed Tokens

Beyond PEPU, investors are also showing interest in Mind of Pepe (MIND) and Wall Street Pepe (WEPE), both of which are still in the pre-sale phase.

Mind of Pepe leverages artificial intelligence for crypto market analysis, providing traders with data-driven insights. Wall Street Pepe focuses on meme-driven retail investor engagement, offering market analysis tools and educational resources.

According to the Mind of Pepe development team, the project will generate market forecasts and analytics using machine learning algorithms. This approach has already demonstrated effectiveness in projects like Virtual Protocol and ElizaOS (formerly AI16Z), attracting interest from VCs and institutional investors.

Mind of Pepe is designed as an independent digital entity – The Coinomist
Mind of Pepe is designed as an independent digital entity. Source: mindofpepe

Wall Street Pepe (WEPE) is currently focused on building a strong community, which it sees as a key driver for viral marketing and social media promotion. 

According to the project’s founders, their main goal is to support investors by providing trading signals and early access opportunities to new ecosystem projects. The WEPE smart contract has already been audited by Coinsult, and developers emphasize that the token is designed for long-term investment.

In the world of memecoins, such claims may seem a bit ambitious. However, we have no intention of downplaying the enthusiasm of those who are committed to supporting their favorite frog-themed projects for years to come.

Mind of Pepe is positioned as an AI assistant for beginner traders. Source: wallstreetpepe
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Mind of Pepe is positioned as an AI assistant for beginner traders. Source: wallstreetpepe

The rising interest in memecoins shows that this segment of the crypto market is continuing to evolve. Once dismissed as mere entertainment, many of these projects are now incorporating investment tools, analytics, and utility-driven features. 

How this market will develop remains uncertain. Memecoin holders have already experienced cycles where “joke coins” seemed to lose both value and relevance. Yet, memecoins continue to be an essential part of the crypto landscape—because people will always appreciate fun, humor, and lovable animal mascots.

Related: Memecoin Mania: How to Spot Memecoins with Growth Potential?

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