BlastUP presale ends with over $8 million raised

  • BlastUP recently concluded its presale, raising more than $8 million.
  • BlastUP’s impressive raise marks the first milestone for the community-backed launchpad project on the Blast blockchain.
  • Upcoming launches of Blastboxes V2, airdrops and other exclusive offers has the BlastUP community abuzz as the crypto industry braces for a fresh bull run.

BlastUP, a new launchpad platform on the Blast blockchain, raised over $8 million in its recently concluded BLP token presale.

According to details shared with CoinJournal, the BlastUP presale launched in February and ended on May 31. The presale offered 20% of the total supply of 1 billion BLP to early buyers.

BlastUP managed to secure a total of $8,095,148 from nearly 20,000 participants, the team added in a post shared on X.

“It has been an incredible journey for us! The amount we raised is extraordinary for the Blast L2 Ecosystem. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, encouragement, and belief in our vision. We couldn’t have done it without you,” the BlastUP team said, acknowledging the community’s support.

BlastUP token launch soon

BlastUP has gained a lot of attention within the Blast ecosystem, because it offers a novel mechanism for startups to secure early-stage investments, while enabling BLP holders to invest in these startups. 

BLP is BlastUP’s native utility token, which holders can use to invest in new startups via tiered IDO launches. BlastUP token holders can also earn up to 12% APR in staking rewards, and tap into other incentive programs and loyalty rewards.

Proving the success of this model, BlastUP has also seen three successful IDOs launch on the platform:

  • CYBRO, an AI-powered yield aggregator on Blast, managed an impressive $150,000 in less than a week
  • GameFi platform Petobots raced to a $75,000 raise in four days 
  • JuicyBet, a Web3 multi-chain platform for GambleFi, netted $50,000 in just two days.

As the Blast ecosystem looks forward to the Token Generation Event (TGE), there’s growing excitement around what’s next for BLP.

Some users see BlastUP’s recent announcement for initiatives such as the launch of Blastboxes V2 and airdrop campaigns as fresh opportunities to acquire $BLP at an advantageous rate.

An upbeat Blast ecosystem community may also view this as a golden opportunity for those likely to have missed the BLP presale.

Growth across crypto

BlastUP’s impressive presale raise comes amid a fresh buzz around crypto as Bitcoin jumped to above $71k again. Memecoins have also been on a tear, while the biggest gainer among the top altcoins today was BNB.

Elsewhere, the AI space continues to attract attention amid major developments from tech giants Google, Microsoft and chipmaker Nvidia.

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FLOKI explodes to new all-time high; Is new memecoin KangaMoon next?

  • Floki price spiked more than 25% to hit a new all-time high.
  • KangaMoon is a new memecoin project combining GameFi and SocialFi.
  • Currently available in presale, via a bonus round, the native token KANG is priced at $0.025.

It’s been a fantastic 24 hours for Floki Inu (FLOKI), the memecoin whose growth in the crypto space continues to push it towards the top rankings.

As the altcoin rallies, notable attention is also on new crypto project KangaMoon (KANG). Can this new play-to-earn (P2E) platform’s native token price mirror or even surpass Floki’s?

FLOKI price outlook

Floki, like most of the previous bull cycle memecoin outperformers, has lagged recently launched tokens – mainly PolitiFi and celebrity inspired releases.

However, with industry heavyweights like Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin expressing concern about the impact of worthless memecoins to crypto, attention remains largely on the likes of Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Pepe and Floki.

The FLOKI roadmap unveiled in March and recent milestones such as the launch of the Floki trading bot and run to over 417,000 holders on the BNB chain, have helped put this memecoin on track for market dominance.

On Monday, crypto trading and investment firm DWF Labs announced the purchase of $12 million worth of FLOKI tokens. The firm said its goal is to support Floki’s ecosystem growth, which includes such projects such as the upcoming Valhalla metaverse game, credit card and a FLOKI-powered digital bank.

The memecoin hit a new all-time high of $0.0003449 on June 5 after the DWF Labs news. This has analysts taking bullish Floki price predictions.

If FLOKI holds support above the $0.0003 level, it’s likely to strengthen the bullish outlook amid price discovery. 

KangaMoon – the new utility-focused memecoin

KangaMoon (KANG) is a new project that has the market’s attention firmly focused on its upcoming launch and exchange debut. KangaMoon has seen more than $7.6 million raised in its presale.

KANG is the native token of the play-to-earn (P2E) gaming project. It will serve as the utility and governance token, giving holders access to exclusive rewards, rare NFTs and governance participation.

Specifically, users will tap into KANG as an in-game currency for the P2E game and deploy it within the SocialFi ecosystem around it in things like social contests and game puzzles.

KangaMoon price prediction

As the broader market gains amid new upward momentum, memecoins like Floki are likely to stand out. KangaMoon’s KANG is also poised and could ride its ecosystem strength and overall memecoin hype to explode when it launches on exchanges.

KANG price increased from an initial $0.005 in stage 1 of the presale to the current bonus sale price of $0.025. It translates to a noteworthy 400% surge from that initial price.

Binance recently revealed its plans to list small cap projects that have a strong community traction, viable product and transparent team. KangaMoon ticks all these boxes and more. If more tier-1 exchanges list KANG, it’s likely to explode amid demand and visibility.

Notably, the team announced the first CEX to list KANG will be BitMart.

Find out more about Kangamoon here.

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BNB price soars to new all-time high; market cap exceeds $100 billion

  • BNB price hit a new all-time high of $716 on Wednesday.
  • The Binance Coin’s market cap surpassed $100 billion, with trading volume reaching $3.5 billion.

BNB, the native token of the Binance ecosystem, has skyrocketed to a new all-time high, with its marlet cap rising to over $100 billion.

BNB surges 17% to new all-time high as Bitcoin hits $71,000

On June 5, BNB price increased by more than 17% to hit its highest ever level.  

The gains came amid an overall upside flip for Bitcoin, which rose past the $71,000 mark for the first time since May 21.

As BTC extended recent recovery to above the psychological level, BNB bulls tore past the previous ATH to hit $716 on crypto exchanges.

Having traded at lows of $592 on June 1, 2024, the Binance coin has outshone other top 10 coins by market cap. BNB’s market cap hit $110 billion as the price soared, pushing the cryptocurrency into 4th spot overall behind USDT, Ethereum and Bitcoin. The 24-hour trading volume reached $3.5 billion.

BNB price outlook

BNB’s upward momentum comes as the Binance exchange sees continued resurgence in community sentiment. The platform’s Launchpool is a top offering that has helped BNB holders grab new gems such as the hot Notcoin (NOT) token.

While BNB is trading around $706 at the time of writing, there’s likelihood bulls may target further gains above the $700 level. This outlook will strengthen if buyers push above the initial rejection area around $716.

A break to $750 could encourage bulls, a scenario that has crypto analysts bullish on BNB price. 

The weekly chart on TradingView shows BNB price has jumped 17% in the past three days.

Meanwhile, BNB’s daily chart shows the breakout from the ascending triangle has the RSI in the overbought zone. However, it’s not overextended and the MACD indicator has a bullish bias to suggest buy side pressure remains.

According to Coinglass data, the BNB open interest currently stands at $1.1 billion, with a 24-hour change of +39%.

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Investors wait with bated breath as Solana-based Piggy Bankster (PIGS) launches today

  • Piggy Bankster (PIGS) launches today on Solana with a 100,000,000 token supply.
  • PIGS will employ a fair launch strategy that ensures open price discovery, starting at $0.00012 per token.
  • Piggy Bankster’s unique crime-themed narrative aims to build strong community engagement.

The emergence of new tokens in the cryptocurrencies continues to captivate both seasoned investors and newcomers.

Today, the spotlight shines on Piggy Bankster (PIGS), a unique Solana-based meme coin that promises to bring a blend of crime-themed narrative and engaging community interactions to the blockchain.

As Piggy Bankster makes its grand debut, the crypto community is abuzz with anticipation.

What is Piggy Bankster (PIG)?

Piggy Bankster isn’t just another meme coin; it embodies a distinctive persona that sets it apart in the crowded crypto market where the trending meme coins are cat, dog, and frog-themed.

The token is built on the Solana network, known for its high throughput and low transaction costs, making it an attractive platform for new projects.

Piggy Bankster’s narrative revolves around a gangster pig, dubbed Piggy Bankster, who has clawed his way up from the slums of Swine City to become a feared and respected crime boss.

Donning a pin-striped suit, Piggy Bankster exudes both crime and class characters, taking on rivals with ruthless efficiency. He values loyalty above all and rewards those who stand by him, while mercilessly dealing with those who betray his trust.

The story of Piggy Bankster is not merely a gimmick. It reflects a deeper engagement strategy aimed at building a strong community around the token.

With catchphrases like “All I have in this world is my word and my snout. And I don’t break ‘em for nobody,” and “When you mess with the best, you get turned into bacon,” the token’s creators are crafting an immersive experience that appeals to a wide audience.

Piggy Bankster tokenomics at launch

Piggy Bankster is launching with a fully circulating supply of 100,000,000 $PIGS tokens.

The launch is characterized by a fair launch strategy, ensuring that price discovery occurs in an open and transparent manner.

The initial liquidity provided for the token is $12,000, setting the starting price at $0.00012 per $PIGS.

This approach aims to avoid the pitfalls of pre-mined tokens and promises a level playing field for all investors.

The launch event is expected to draw significant interest from the crypto community, eager to see how Piggy Bankster performs in its initial phase.

Piggy Bankster set to compete against popular meme coins

Piggy Bankster enters the market at a time when meme coins are experiencing renewed interest and volatility.

Recently, other meme coins like TRUMP, BODEN, BRETT, POPCAT, and SHIB have shown significant price movements, driven by a mix of community engagement and market speculation.

Super Trump (TRUMP), linked to former U.S. President Donald Trump, has seen substantial volatility influenced by political news as presidential campaigns in the U.S. gain momentum. Its price peaked at over $17 before settling around $13.20, and upcoming political events could trigger further TRUMP price fluctuations.

Jeo Boden (BODEN), associated with current U.S. President Joe Biden, has also experienced a rollercoaster of price changes, currently valued at $0.25. Similarly, political debates and news are expected to continue influencing its price.

BRETT, a frog-themed meme coin, has seen its price surge by 180% over the past month, achieving a market cap of over $1 billion and making it standout in the meme coin space.

POPCAT, a cat-themed token saw its price soar to $0.65 in early May although it has since corrected to $0.50 following endorsements and market trends.

Last but not least, Shiba Inu (SHIB), one of the meme coin pioneers remains a significant player, with its burn rate recently increasing dramatically. The development of its layer-2 solution, Shibarium, continues to advance, promising improved speed and lower fees.

What set’s Piggy Bankster apart?

Amid the stiff competition from already established meme coins, the success of Piggy Bankster will largely depend on its community engagement and the ability to maintain interest beyond the initial launch hype.

However, PIG’s unique narrative and the immersive world it creates offer a strong foundation for building a dedicated community and the developers’ commitment to fair launch principles and transparent tokenomics also adds credibility to the project.

With its strong narrative, community focus, and strategic use of the Solana network, Piggy Bankster has the potential to be a standout player in the world of meme coins.

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Astar surges amid proposal to burn 350M ASTR tokens

  • Astar Network (ASTR) price jumped nearly 5% after the Astar Foundation published a proposal to burn 350 million ASTR tokens.
  • ASTR price reached higs of $0.09.

Astar Network (ASTR) price flipped positive and surged nearly 5% on Tuesday following a new proposal seeking to burn millions of the tokens.

While ASTR continues to struggle with the bearish pressure seen since price hit highs near $0.17 in March, its gains over the last 24 hours have pushed it above $0.09 and could open up a bullish run to $0.1.

Astar Foundation proposes 350 million ASTR token burn

ASTR’s sudden price surge followed a new announcement from the Astar Foundation. On Tuesday, the Astar Network team outlined a proposal that seeks to burn 350 million ASTR tokens.

As often happens across the market, prices reacted higher amid reaction to the proposal. If adopted in coming weeks, the proposal will see Astar remove tokens worth $31 million from circulation.

The burn would account for 5% of the genesis allocation, the foundation noted in its proposal. Astar Network founder Sota Watanabe shared this news on X.

In particular, the tokens to be burned are from the project’s parachain auction reserve. The platform set these tokens aside during Astar Network’s genesis deployment.

When is the Astar Network community vote?

Astar is looking to take this action ahead of the Polkadot’s ‘Agile Coretime’ upgrade, which is set to phase out DOT’s crowdloan mechanism.

According to the proposal, burning these reserve tokens may boost ASTR holders through a reduction in total staked supply. It would mean increased rewards for stakers. Also likely to come out of this is the potential for decreased supply to impact ASTR’s future price.

Astar Foundation says the proposal will go through a three-week community discussion phase before it goes to a vote.

“If there is a consensus, the foundation will proceed to burn the reserve. If not, alternative solutions will be considered for further discussion and voting,” the team wrote.

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