Pepe

Created by artist Matt Furie, Pepecoin (PEPE) is a cryptocurrency inspired by the viral internet meme, Pepe the Frog—an emblematic symbol of digital culture. Existing as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, it was birthed in 2021 to reclaim Pepe's positive image after its misappropriation as a hate symbol. Furie, who first introduced Pepe in 2005, leveraged Pepecoin as a tool for positive resurgence, gaining traction among crypto-enthusiasts and meme-lovers alike.