2026-01-13 13:23:43

The rise of TRUMP and MELANIA memecoins has become a cautionary tale in the crypto industry. According to prominent blockchain advocates, these high-profile token launches have tarnished the sector's reputation at a critical moment.

The timing couldn't have been worse. Just as momentum was building for bipartisan support on major crypto legislation—specifically the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts—the explosive growth of these celebrity-backed memecoins created a perception problem. Rather than showcasing the technology's legitimate applications, they reinforced the narrative that crypto remains a playground for speculation and quick gains.

Industry leaders argue this window of opportunity for meaningful regulatory frameworks has effectively closed. When mainstream attention focuses on speculative token launches rather than technological innovation, policymakers become more cautious about endorsing pro-crypto legislation.

The incident highlights a broader challenge for the crypto ecosystem: the constant tension between retail enthusiasm and institutional credibility. While memecoins drive trading volume and community engagement, their association with celebrity personalities can undermine the broader push for serious regulatory clarity that would ultimately benefit the entire industry's legitimacy and long-term growth.

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MrRightClick

· 19h ago

Here we go again with the same rhetoric. I just want to know who really cares about these meme coin tokens. Anyway, I won't cut the leeks or trade, just watching the show. --- Honestly, meme coins are just meme coins. Trying to blame regulatory windows is exaggerated. The regulation that’s coming will come sooner or later. --- Haha, I can't hold back anymore. To be honest, some big V’s are just harvesting, then shifting the blame to the entire industry. --- The window is closed? Come on, that window has been gone for a long time; it’s only now that people are realizing it. --- Instead of worrying about this, it’s better to think about how to create something truly useful. Complaining about meme coins is just boring. --- Frankly, this article is just whitewashing. Do you really think banning meme coin trading will pass? Dream on. --- So what should I do? Sell or keep holding? Don’t just talk about the problems, everyone.

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ImpermanentPhobia

· 01-13 13:47

It's the same narrative again, as if the crypto meme coin industry can thrive without it. In reality, when these coins are pushed to boost popularity, how many people are truly educated about blockchain technology? Stop pretending.

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APY追逐者

· 01-13 13:31

It's the same old story... Meme coins are indeed trash, but blaming the policy window closing on this is over. Legislation itself has been progressing slowly, alright? Basically, retail investors are trying to make quick money, institutions want to whitewash, and now they want to blame meme coins for dragging things down—what's the logic... Legality isn't something that meme coins can create or destroy; there hasn't been any proper regulation at all, haha. Celebrity coins should indeed be regulated, but don't blame everything on them. There are still genuine tech projects out there. These advocates keep shouting "wolf," and investors are getting smarter. Meme coins come and go, and they get cut in waves—that's just how it is. Policy makers already want to block us; there are plenty of excuses. Meme coins are just the latest reason.

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EthSandwichHero

· 01-13 13:29

It's the same old story, always shouting that meme coins will destroy the industry, so why is the trading volume so high? By the way, did the policy window really close because of this thing? I feel like it's just those old aristocrats not wanting to give power to retail investors. What's wrong with meme coins? People just find them fun, yet they have to make everything so serious.

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ProxyCollector

· 01-13 13:24

Oh no, this wave of meme coins really messed things up, and the regulatory window has closed just like that. --- Regarding celebrity coins, yes, they made quick money, but it’s not worth dragging the entire industry down. --- Honestly, retail investors should wake up. Just shouting slogans is useless; we still need to do real work. --- This is what you call losing both the wife and the army; the legislative opportunity was lost just like that. Such a pity. --- No one cares about technological innovation anymore; people are just thinking about getting rich overnight. Who can you blame? --- Meme coins are popular, but the policy makers don’t want to pay attention to us anymore, you know. --- The window is closed, and since institutions no longer trust us, what else can we do? --- This matter was supposed to be a good opportunity to push for legislation, but now it’s all over.

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