Binance Lists Trending Memecoin That Reached $500 Million Market Cap
In a groundbreaking move today, Binance, the globe's largest digital currency exchange, officially welcomed Dogwifhat (WIF) into its fold.
This peculiar meme token, residing on the Solana blockchain, can now be found in Binance’s futures market, where traders are granted the opportunity to engage with the Dogwifhat token at leverage levels reaching a maximum of 50x.
Introduced to the cryptocurrency scene in the latter part of 2023, Dogwifhat boasts an endearing portrayal of a Shiba Inu puppy adorned with a handcrafted hat, originating from the widely popular 2020 meme culture.
The announcement of Dogwifhat’s inclusion in Binance’s offerings came via the exchange’s official communication channels, underscoring a noteworthy development for the meme token. Rapidly embraced by crypto enthusiasts, the “wif hat” meme attached itself to Dogwifhat, thrusting it into the spotlight. The trend didn’t go unnoticed by major media outlets like Bloomberg, amplifying the fervor surrounding this meme-driven digital asset.
Following triumphant listings on Bybit and BitMex, Dogwifhat’s entrance into Binance stands as a pivotal juncture for the token. The news triggered a short-term surge in WIF’s valuation, cresting at $0.532 and propelling its market capitalization to an impressive half-billion-dollar mark.
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However, the journey for Dogwifhat might extend beyond its Binance debut, with aspirations set on securing a listing on the renowned Coinbase platform. Noteworthy is the fact that WIF’s counterpart, BONK, has already achieved this milestone, heightening expectations for Dogwifhat’s potential inclusion on the influential exchange.