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March's Top Meme Coin Already Booked? The Brainwashing Abstract Meme 'My Sword and Shield' Is Going Viral

A new Chinese meme coin called "My Sword and Shield" (also referred to by its English-derived origin phrase "What the dog doing?") has rapidly gained significant traction in March. Launched on Solana, its market capitalization surged from $1.8 million to a high of $6.6 million within a week, with a 264% increase in 24-hour trading volume reaching nearly $8 million at the time of writing. The meme originates from a popular internet sound effect often used in short videos when dogs exhibit funny or confusing behavior. Its Chinese misheard version, "我的刀盾" (wǒ de dāo dùn), became a viral sensation on platforms like Douyin and Bilibili, accumulating millions of views. Early investors saw substantial returns; for instance, one trader turned a $740 investment into nearly $8,000 in profits. The token has attracted over 5,100 holders, with a gradual shift toward more decentralized ownership. Capitalizing on this cultural momentum, the GENG platform has launched a token named "What the Dog Doing" (WTDD), providing another entry point for community engagement. The project exemplifies how strong cultural consensus and high social media engagement can drive value in the volatile meme coin market. Note: DYOR (Do Your Own Research) is advised as meme coins are highly speculative and risky.

比推03/07 05:21

March's Top Meme Coin Already Booked? The Brainwashing Abstract Meme 'My Sword and Shield' Is Going Viral

比推03/07 05:21

Ads During the American Super Bowl Look Like Scams

The 2026 Super Bowl, often called the "American Super Bowl," was a spectacle of sports, entertainment, and high-stakes marketing. This year’s event featured three notable incidents that highlight the intersection of prediction markets, insider information, and viral marketing. First, a newly created account on the prediction market Polymarket placed nearly $80,000 in bets—with 17 out of 19 wagers correctly predicting details of the halftime show, including appearances by Lady Gaga and the absence of Travis Scott. The account’s near-perfect accuracy led to suspicions of insider trading, possibly linked to the event’s production team. Second, a trader named Alex Gonzalez ran onto the field during the game with promotional messages painted on his body. Reports indicate he had previously bet on such a field invasion occurring, after accounting for legal fees and bail, netted around $70,000. His actions blurred the line between predicting and creating events for profit. Finally, a viral “leaked” video showed influencer Logan Paul apparently betting $1 million on Polymarket during the game. It was later revealed to be a marketing stunt orchestrated by Polymarket itself, in which Paul has investment ties. Together, these events illustrate how prediction markets can be manipulated through insider knowledge, performative acts, and staged publicity—raising questions about authenticity in high-profile events.

marsbit02/12 05:55

Ads During the American Super Bowl Look Like Scams

marsbit02/12 05:55

Super Bowl Karaoke: Coinbase Ad Sparks Mixed Reactions

Coinbase aired a nostalgic Super Bowl ad featuring a karaoke-style singalong to the Backstreet Boys' "Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)", displaying lyrics on screen without explaining its product. The ad quickly gained attention on social media and in Times Square, sparking mixed reactions. Some praised its fun and memorable approach, while others criticized its lack of clarity about Coinbase’s services. The company defended the ad as a bold, unique strategy to cut through the noise and create a shared experience. However, it left some viewers confused about Coinbase’s value proposition and security features. The ad ran during Super Bowl LX, where the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29–13.

bitcoinist02/09 13:53

Super Bowl Karaoke: Coinbase Ad Sparks Mixed Reactions

bitcoinist02/09 13:53

Coinbase Returns to Super Bowl With Backstreet Boys–Themed Ad

Coinbase has returned to the Super Bowl with a new ad inspired by the Backstreet Boys' 1997 hit "Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)." The one-minute spot features animated lyrics to create a shared, karaoke-like experience, aiming to highlight the growth of the crypto community. This marks the exchange's first Super Bowl ad since 2022, when a QR code commercial went viral and crashed its website. The new ad received mixed reactions online, with some users criticizing it amid market conditions, while others praised its simplicity. Coinbase responded to criticism by stating that the discussion itself meant the ad was effective.

TheNewsCrypto02/09 09:03

Coinbase Returns to Super Bowl With Backstreet Boys–Themed Ad

TheNewsCrypto02/09 09:03

When AI Companies Are Frantically Hiring Asian Girls, Attention Is Winning the World

In the attention economy, AI startups are racing to hire "ABG" (Asian Baby Girl) marketers—young Asian women skilled at creating viral social media content—as Chief Marketing Officers. The trend highlights a shift where viral reach and engagement often trump traditional metrics. Venture capital increasingly chases "traffic signals" over financials, fueling a feedback loop: more attention brings more funding, raising marketing standards, and pushing talent toward content creation. The controversial startup Cluely exemplifies this. It mastered narrative (a founder’s “cheat everything” backstory), built a viral machine with 700+ performance-paid editors, and used a formulaic mix of provocative content, lifestyle flexes, and platform-specific strategies. Results included billions of views at low cost—but without a real product. Cluely became a symbol of marketing-first, product-last ventures. The core insight: attention is the new currency. The best product won’t win; the best story will. Founders must be their own CMOs, and the next wave of successful startups will be built by those who can both code and market.

marsbit01/31 09:36

When AI Companies Are Frantically Hiring Asian Girls, Attention Is Winning the World

marsbit01/31 09:36

Nietzsche Penguin Soars 6000x in a Week, Solana Meme Coin Reforging Glory?

The article discusses the resurgence of Solana meme coins, focusing on $PENGUIN (Nietzschean Penguin), which recently listed on Binance Alpha—the first "pure" Solana meme coin to do so in over a year. The token is inspired by a viral clip from Werner Herzog’s 2007 documentary, featuring a penguin walking alone toward certain death, symbolizing nihilism and defiance of societal norms. The meme gained renewed popularity on social media in 2025, often paired with the phrase "But Why," reflecting a desire for personal freedom and self-exploration. The narrative took a political turn when the White House X account posted an image of the penguin carrying a US flag alongside Donald Trump, referencing Trump’s repeated interest in purchasing Greenland. The posts framed Trump’s ambition as a form of heroic, "America-first" determination, despite widespread ridicule. This politicization amplified $PENGUIN’s appeal, drawing comparisons to earlier politically-themed meme coins like $PNUT. The token’s rapid growth—reaching a $100 million market cap within 10 days—and its Binance Alpha listing have sparked optimism among crypto traders, seen as a potential revival for Solana meme coins and renewed institutional support. The piece concludes by questioning whether this momentum can be leveraged into sustained success.

marsbit01/26 02:10

Nietzsche Penguin Soars 6000x in a Week, Solana Meme Coin Reforging Glory?

marsbit01/26 02:10

Tracing the Entrepreneurial Journey of X's Product Lead: Why Did Nikita Bier Clash with Infofi?

**Summary: Nikita Bier's Product Philosophy and Clash with Infofi** Nikita Bier, a product leader known for his viral social apps, has built a career on leveraging human psychology to drive growth. His journey began with Politify, a policy simulation tool that gained 4 million users during the 2012 U.S. elections by revealing how political choices impact personal finances. He later co-founded TBH, an anonymous positive feedback app for teens, which grew to 5 million users and was acquired by Facebook. In 2022, he launched Gas, a TBH-like app with monetization features, which reached 10 million users and was acquired by Discord for $50 million. Bier’s product philosophy centers on "emotional leverage" — targeting innate human desires like social validation and financial gain. He believes products should serve the entire network, not just individual users, and must create addictive feedback loops to succeed. In 2025, Bier joined X (formerly Twitter) as Head of Product. He quickly implemented changes to boost engagement, including algorithm adjustments to prioritize content from connections and the introduction of Smart Cashtags for real-time financial discussions. These efforts contributed to a 60% increase in app downloads and over 1 billion subscriptions. Recently, Bier took a strong stance against "infofi" apps — platforms that reward users with crypto or points for posting content. He revoked their API access, arguing they generate low-quality, AI-spammed content that degrades the user experience and undermines X’s network health. This move aligns with his focus on sustainable growth and supports X’s broader ambition to become a reliable platform for financial and crypto discourse, clearing the way for higher-quality interactions.

marsbit01/17 08:34

Tracing the Entrepreneurial Journey of X's Product Lead: Why Did Nikita Bier Clash with Infofi?

marsbit01/17 08:34

Life K-Line Goes Viral Amid Escalating Controversy: Establishes Fund, Launches 'Cyber Merit Box' Feature, Founder Denies Issuing Meme Coin

"Life K-Line," an AI-powered fortune-telling tool combining traditional BaZi astrology with stock market-style K-line charts, went viral across Chinese social media and crypto communities in late 2025 and early 2026. The platform, created by founder 0xSakura, uses AI to generate a user’s 100-year life trajectory visualisation. It quickly gained massive attention, causing server crashes and sparking numerous meme coins. The project receiving early donations and platform incentives, the founder consistently denied any official link to meme coins. By early January, mainstream media like Guangming Daily covered the phenomenon. The project later introduced a "Cyber Donation Box" feature, allowing users to donate certain BSC tokens to access a premium version. A Life K-Line Fund was also established, pledging to burn 50% of certain donations and use the rest for public welfare and operations. Amid its rise, the founder reported doxxing and death threats, again clarifying no official token was issued. Meanwhile, an unofficial "Life K-Line" meme coin on BSC reached a market cap of $11.63 million before declining significantly.

marsbit01/13 07:54

Life K-Line Goes Viral Amid Escalating Controversy: Establishes Fund, Launches 'Cyber Merit Box' Feature, Founder Denies Issuing Meme Coin

marsbit01/13 07:54

How to Make Web3 Products Inherently Viral? Four Years of User Growth Lessons from an Entrepreneur

The author, a Web3 founder with four years of experience, shares seven key lessons learned from building consumer-facing crypto products after previously working on failed infrastructure projects. Key insights include: 1. Target younger users (ages 13-21) who are more open to adopting new technologies. 2. Design products with built-in virality to reduce marketing costs, as crypto users expect incentives and trust is low. 3. Implement user-requested features quickly (within 2-3 days) to build trust and prevent churn to competitors. 4. Choose simple, memorable product names for easier word-of-mouth sharing. 5. Engage with users directly through cold DMs despite low response rates, focusing on acquiring 10-20 dedicated early users. 6. Iterate rapidly based on user behavior rather than just feedback, prioritizing what they actually pay for. 7. Simplify websites and onboarding to minimize cognitive load and clicks, ensuring the core value is immediately apparent. The author emphasizes that speed, user-centric design, and marketing are more critical than technical perfection in consumer crypto.

比推12/30 15:16

How to Make Web3 Products Inherently Viral? Four Years of User Growth Lessons from an Entrepreneur

比推12/30 15:16

The Man Who Struck a Chord with America's Social Sentiment Has Launched a Token

A man named Nick Shirley has become a viral sensation in the U.S. after releasing investigative videos exposing alleged fraud and corruption in Minnesota's daycare system. His footage, viewed hundreds of millions of times, showed a seemingly non-operational daycare that received $1.9 million in tax-free funding despite misspelling "learning" as "learing." The story attracted attention from high-profile figures like Vice President Vance and Elon Musk. Capitalizing on the momentum, Shirley launched his own creator token, $thenickshirley, on Base via Zora, earning over $41,000 in royalties. The incident also sparked meme token activity, including a token based on the misspelling "learing." Shirley has since openly shared his Venmo and crypto addresses for donations. This event is seen as a real-world experiment in creator monetization via blockchain—demonstrating how public influence can be directly converted into value through decentralized platforms, potentially signaling a new model for media and content economy.

Odaily星球日报12/29 06:08

The Man Who Struck a Chord with America's Social Sentiment Has Launched a Token

Odaily星球日报12/29 06:08

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