Mark Cuban’s Memecoin Idea: 20% Float With All Proceeds Going To The US Treasury
22 Janvier 2025 - 5:00AM
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The recent launch of the TRUMP and MELANIA tokens, catalyzed by
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, has ignited a
mix of excitement and caution within the memecoin and broader
cryptocurrency community. This frenzy has caught the
attention of billionaire investor Mark Cuban, who is now
contemplating the creation of his own memecoin, inspired by the
recent memecoin movements. Cuban’s Memecoin Vision: Combining Fun
And Financial Responsibility? In a recent social media post,
the renowned billionaire opened the door to the possibility of
launching a new memecoin, stating, “If memecoins are the way, maybe
I’ll issue one.” His announcement has stirred curiosity among
crypto enthusiasts, particularly as he hinted that his memecoin
would mirror the parameters of Trump’s TRUMP memecoin.
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Analyst Weighs The Facts Cuban plans to implement a 20% float and
adhere to a similar release schedule, with one significant
distinction: all potential revenue generated from the sale would be
directed to the US Treasury. To enhance transparency, Cuban also
indicated that the wallet address would be publicly accessible,
allowing anyone to track the funds. Cuban framed his initiative as
a way to combine entertainment with a social purpose, noting, “If
you want to gamble, gamble. But at least use it to make a dent in
the US debt.” This statement reflects a growing sentiment
among some investors that memecoins can serve a dual
purpose—providing both amusement and potential benefits to broader
societal issues. However, Cuban’s proposal has not been without its
critics. Cuban Cites Dogecoin Success In response to Cuban’s
announcement, a user on X (formerly Twitter) cautioned him about
the potential pitfalls of launching a memecoin, suggesting that he
might be accused of exploiting information asymmetry at the coin’s
launch. The user stressed that the supposed memecoin’s price
would be dictated by supply and demand dynamics, starting from
nearly zero, and warned Cuban not to proceed without careful
consideration. Cuban, undeterred by the criticism, defended his
understanding of the memecoin landscape, stating, “It’s not hard to
put it together. I never have thought about doing a meme coin.
Wouldn’t be hard at all.” Related Reading: Big Players Bet
Big On XRP, Solana With Excitement Around Donald Trump’s
Presidency, Here Are The Figures The back-and-forth dialogue
continued, with the user asserting that creating a sustainable
memecoin that benefits long-term holders is a challenging
endeavor. He further argued that successful memecoins often
emerge from community-driven initiatives rather than top-down
launches, warning that hype surrounding a celebrity-backed launch
could lead to short-term trading rather than fostering an organic
community. Cuban concluded the exchange by acknowledging the
importance of community in the longevity of memecoins. He cited
examples like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB), which
have thrived due to their strong communities. “I’m not saying
buyers won’t get rekt. I said it was gambling. It’s a game of
musical chairs. No promises. No pumps by me. Just complete
transparency,” he emphasized. At the time of writing, the TRUMP
memecoin is trading at $44,778, recording a 14% recovery in the
past 24 hours after plunging over 50% from its $79 peak reached
over the weekend. Featured image from CNBC, chart from
TradingView.com
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