Tron’s SunPump Outpaces Solana’s Pump.fun as Meme Coin Trading Surges

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After years of navigating the unpredictable and volatile world of cryptocurrencies, I must admit that SunPump’s rapid rise to prominence within just 12 days has left me quite impressed. As someone who has witnessed the meteoric rise and fall of countless altcoins, this new meme coin platform on the Tron Network seems to have a unique recipe for success.

The recently debuted SunPump, a meme coin platform operating within the Tron Network, is surpassing its rival Pump.fun on the Solana network in terms of daily engagement and earnings.

12 days following its launch on August 9, SunPump has already shown significant expansion, placing it as a notable competitor within the cutthroat memecoin industry.

SunPump’s Rise to Prominence

As a blockchain researcher delving into recent developments, I recently came across some intriguing findings shared by Adam Tehc on August 21st. He presented data comparing SunPump and Pump.fun, two prominent players within their respective spheres. According to Dune Analytics’ statistics as referenced by Tehc, SunPump saw the creation of 7,351 new tokens and generated an impressive $585,000 in a single day. In contrast, Pump.fun, a leading meme coin platform, only managed to create 6,701 new tokens and generate $366,000 during the same timeframe.

.@justinsuntron’s Sun Pump ends the day flipping Pump Fun in both issued tokens & 24-hour fees.

— Adam (@Adam_Tehc) August 22, 2024

Since its introduction, SunPump has seen remarkable expansion, launching over 25,000 meme coins and amassing over $1.5 million in earnings. Of particular note is that some of these tokens have reached high valuations, like SunDog (SUNDOG), which boasted a market capitalization of $270 million, showcasing the platform’s potential for substantial profits.

Boost to the Tron Network

The growth in activity on the Tron Network can be attributed to SunPump’s success, as evidenced by the network generating $3.84 million in the last 24 hours – a figure that matches its record set the day prior, according to DefiLlama. This surge in revenue highlights the expanding influence of SunPump within the Tron ecosystem.

1) The Tron network has seen an increase in liquidity, partly due to Justin Sun, Tron’s founder, launching his $10 million Meme Ecosystem Boost Incentive Program. Furthermore, Tether created an extra billion USDT on the Tron blockchain on August 20th, which has also played a role in the network’s growth.

Shifting Trader Preferences

The swift popularity of SunPump has triggered a shift in traders moving from Pump.fun on the Solana network to Tron’s platform. Compared to Pump.fun, SunPump has demonstrated a more successful track record, as 1.98% of its launched tokens are now listed on Sunswap (Tron’s decentralized exchange) following trading volume standards, whereas just 1.26% of tokens debuted on Pump.fun have been listed on Raydium (Solana’s decentralized exchange).

The change in trader choices might stem from the perception that Pump.fun is now too crowded, making it challenging for newly introduced tokens to grab attention. Consequently, traders are progressively attracted towards SunPump, seeking more promising prospects.

Although SunPump has experienced significant growth, it has sparked discussions about the impact of meme coins within the larger cryptocurrency sector. Some critics argue that these meme coins may negatively affect the industry, but Justin Sun maintains a positive outlook. He believes that the thriving communities supporting these coins and their fair launch methods are key factors contributing to their success, generating loyalty and excitement. As SunPump continues to develop, its impact on both the Tron network and the overall crypto market will be under close scrutiny.

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2024-08-22 12:07