In 2025, the crypto world is buzzing again with the sound of memecoin

From Dogecoin's Shiba Inu mascot to Pepe the Frog's wild ride, memecoin is back in a big way, sparking debates about its value and cultural clout.

In the unpredictable realm of cryptocurrencies, memecoins have carved a unique space for themselves with quirky mascots, often-silly digital currencies, and a vast fan base that keeps them in the headlines.

While their value and contribution to the broader financial system are a subject of debate, there's no denying the cultural clout these tokens command, especially among younger generations.

Dogecoin, the granddaddy of them all, was launched in 2013 by Billy Markus and Jackson Palmer as a playful parody of Bitcoin.

Fast forward to 2025, and we have Shiba Inu, Pepe, WIF, FLOKI, Bonk, and more, each boasting legions of supporters who discuss them in online forums and on social media.

Unlike Bitcoin, which is famously limited to 21 million units, memecoins can be created in nearly unlimited quantities, and their value is largely driven by hype and social media buzz.

At first glance, memecoins might appear to lack a serious purpose.

Dogecoin began as a playful jab at cryptocurrency's seriousness, aiming to create something "fun and good in the world."

However, over time, they have found interesting uses. Today, some memecoins power real payments. Dogecoin has been tipped on platforms like X for years, and in 2025, it's still going strong.

Other coins, like Shiba Inu, have dipped into decentralised finance (DeFi), letting users stake or swap tokens in a decentralised manner.

For the most part, though, memecoins are a community-driven form of entertainment and speculation. People buy them in hopes of seeing the price rise, often spurred by viral moments or celebrity tweets.

Elon Musk's tweet in early 2021 proclaiming “Dogecoin is the people’s crypto” led to a 50% surge in Dogecoin's price. Similarly, in November 2024, Musk's tweet about the memecoin $WOULD resulted in a staggering 120,000% price increase within hours.

An investor who had purchased $287 worth of $WOULD three months prior saw their investment balloon to $196,000 following the tweet.

Someone 3 months ago, bought $287 $Would and for months nothing happened.And suddenly today, it pumped by 120,000% in few hours Elon musk tweeted a meme. Now the wallet is $196,000 in profit.pic.twitter.com/EJsMXnbRqe

The difference between memecoins and traditional crypto comes down to purpose and risk.

Bitcoin was built to solve real problems—secure digital money, cutting out banks—and its growth has been slow but steady. It took over a decade for Bitcoin to reach $50,000.

Memecoins like Pepe, on the other hand, hit a $1 billion market cap in weeks, fuelled by memes, not tech.

But what rockets up can crash just as fast. Memecoins thrive on hype and community buzz. They are fun, but risky—highly volatile and often lacking real utility.

For example, in October 2024, WIF's price fluctuated between $2.38 and $2.55, according to Binance analysis. However, by March 14, 2025, CoinMarketCap data shows it had dropped to $0.5216—a staggering decline of over 75% from its previous highs. Despite optimistic forecasts, analysts predicts WIF could reach $10 by 2030.

Serious crypto like Bitcoin tends to grow slowly with long-term potential. Memecoins offer fast gains, but they can wipe out overnight.

Memecoins: A cultural force

In 2025, memecoins are witnessing a dramatic resurgence, drawing in both veteran traders and fresh faces. Crypto commentator Murad Mahmudov’s “Meme Coin Supercycle” label predicts a $1 trillion market cap. Top performers show strain.

As of March 14, 2025, per CoinMarketCap: Dogecoin ($0.17, up 4.81% in 24 hours) holds steady with $1-1.5 billion daily volume.

Remember this is the coin which had climbed about 25% after Musk’s 2021 tweet, from $0.52, to its record of $0.73.

Memecoins will overshoot everyone’s expectations.$1 Trillion +

Shiba Inu ($0.001264) and Pepe ($0.000007) lag, with Pepe now trading 74.53% below it highest peak. Solana-based Dogwifhat ($0.5168) and Bonk ($