Executive Summary: Who Is Ben.eth? Controversial Memecoin Creator
In this article, I look at ben.eth, the controversial crypto influencer behind several viral memecoins. I cover his rise from obscurity, questionable presale tactics, and the ongoing debate around whether his tokens are legitimate or pyramid schemes.
Summary: Ben.eth is a controversial crypto influencer who created several viral memecoins like BEN, PSYOP, and LOYAL through hype and promotions, raising questions about the legitimacy of these projects.
Who is ben.eth:
- Previously little-known NFT influencer
- Launched memecoin BEN after memecoin hype started
- Gained attention when Bitboy endorsed BEN
ben.eth's memecoin launches:
- Later launched PSYOP, promoted by Andrew Tate rant
- Ran presale from his personal wallet
- Also launched LOYAL, promised it would power a future DEX
- Endorsed other coins like DAVE and Nakamigos NFT
Reactions to ben.eth:
- Many call his tokens pyramid schemes, which he denies
- Some fine with risky approach of sending him funds
- Raised $20M+ in his presale wallet so far
Future plans:
- Claims curated token drops are the future
- Hints at another potential memecoin called FINALE
- Unclear if he will continue memecoin launches
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Who Is Ben.eth? Controversial Memecoin Creator | CoinMarketCap
CoinMarketCap Alexandria dives into the rise of ben.eth’s memecoin empire — a tale of hype and controversy which convinced many investors to make some questionable choices.
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