Solana-based memecoin launchpad Pump.fun has strategically acquired multi-chain trading terminal Padre, triggering an 11.6% surge for its native PUMP token while simultaneously causing a 76% collapse in Padre’s PADRE token. The acquisition represents Pump.fun’s expansion into the trading terminal space, aiming to enhance its ecosystem and reward its loyal user base, but has sparked significant community backlash over the handling of PADRE token utility.
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October 25, 2025 | 12:36
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Streamer Sam Pepper Banned After Firework Injures Teen
Controversial British streamer Sam Pepper has been banned from both Pump.fun and Kick platforms after a dangerous firework prank during Diwali celebrations in India sent a teenage girl to the hospital. The incident, which was livestreamed to viewers, resulted in immediate platform consequences and triggered a nearly 16% drop in Pepper’s NERVE meme coin, highlighting the financial repercussions of influencer misconduct in the crypto-streaming ecosystem.
read morePump.fun Token Hits ATH as Streaming Fuels Record Creator Earnings
Solana-based memecoin platform Pump.fun has surged to unprecedented heights as its native PUMP token reaches an all-time high, marking a dramatic reversal from its earlier struggles. The platform’s remarkable resurgence is fueled by the successful reintroduction of its livestreaming feature, driving record-breaking user engagement and generating $20 million in creator earnings in just one week. This explosive growth positions Pump.fun as an emerging challenger to established streaming giants while revolutionizing creator monetization in the crypto space.
read morePump.fun Launches Project Ascend to Boost Creator Earnings 10x
Pump.fun’s Project Ascend introduces Dynamic Fees V1, a market cap-based pricing system that adjusts creator fees based on token performance. Higher market cap coins carry lower fees, allowing successful projects to scale while maximizing early-stage funding for creators. The initiative follows Pump.fun’s August revenue recovery to $35 million, capturing 68.2% of Solana’s launchpad market dominance after losing ground to Bonkfun in July. The platform also features accelerated processing for Community Takeover applications and maintains unchanged protocol fees for liquidity providers, positioning itself as Solana’s hub for successful projects.
read morePUMP Token Surges 30% Amid Buyback Hype
Pump.fun’s PUMP token, which launched on July 14, has experienced extreme volatility, surging 70% post-ICO before plummeting nearly 70% from its all-time high due to sell pressure and a canceled airdrop. The token recently rebounded 30% from a low of $0.0022, breaking past the $0.0030 resistance level. Analysts like Altcoin Sherpa hint at a potential ‘hated rally,’ while the platform’s aggressive buyback program—fueled by millions in SOL transfers—has drawn mixed reactions. Despite the recovery, PUMP remains down 7% weekly, trading at $0.0027 amid concerns over erratic buyback execution.
read morePump.fun Token Plummets Amid Airdrop Delay and Legal Woes
Pump.fun’s official token, PUMP, has plummeted to $0.0028, losing over 57% of its value since its peak. The decline was exacerbated by co-founder Alon Cohen’s announcement that the promised airdrop won’t happen soon, leading to investor frustration. Meanwhile, a class-action lawsuit alleges Pump.fun operated as an unregistered securities exchange, with claims of $5.5 billion in customer losses. Despite the downturn, some analysts speculate a potential rebound, citing similar past recoveries in the memecoin market. The platform, which raised $600 million in its token sale, remains a focal point of legal and market scrutiny.
read moreMeme Coin Market Drops as Pump.fun Delays Airdrop
The meme coin market has seen a significant downturn, with major tokens like Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, and Pepe dropping approximately 7% in value. This decline follows Pump.fun co-founder Alon Cohen’s confirmation that the PUMP airdrop will not occur in the ‘immediate future,’ causing the token to plummet 17.7%. The broader meme coin market is down 10.7% over the past 24 hours, according to CoinGecko. Pump.fun’s delay has led to a sharp drop in market confidence, with predictors now giving only a 3% chance of an airdrop by month-end. Meanwhile, rival platform LetsBonk, backed by the BONK community, has gained market share, dominating Solana token creations. Only 12 of the top 100 meme coins are in the green, with REKT being a notable exception due to a Binance.US collaboration.
read morePUMP Token Dives 45% Below ICO Price Amid Airdrop Delays
The PUMP token, launched by Solana-based platform Pump.fun, has dropped 45% from its peak and is now trading below its ICO price of $0.004. Despite raising $600 million in just 12 minutes during its ICO, the token’s value has declined amid growing frustration over the lack of airdrop details. Pump.fun, which has generated $774 million in revenue and facilitated nearly 12 million token creations, faces competition from LetsBonk, a rival launchpad dominating the Solana ecosystem. Meanwhile, BONK, a Solana meme coin, has surged 56.7% in valuation, further pressuring PUMP’s market position. Predictions suggest BONK may soon overtake PUMP in market capitalization.
read morePump.fun Raises $600M in 12-Minute ICO, Hits $4B Valuation
Pump.fun’s lightning-fast ICO raised $600 million in 12 minutes, selling 15% of its PUMP token supply at $0.0040 per token, valuing the platform at $4 billion. The tokens, distributed over 48-72 hours, will be locked until July 15. Major exchanges like Kraken and KuCoin facilitated sales, though Bybit faced API delays, leading to oversubscription. The U.S. and U.K. were barred from participation due to regulatory hurdles. Despite the success, critics highlight concerns over tokenomics—40% of supply is allocated to Pump.fun—and competition from rivals like LetsBONK. The crypto community remains divided, with some praising its revenue potential and others decrying its speculative nature.
read morePump.fun’s $4B PUMP Token ICO: Will It Pump or Dump?
Pump.fun, the dominant Solana meme coin launchpad, is launching its PUMP token ICO on July 12 across six major exchanges, excluding U.S. and UK participants. The sale offers 150B tokens at $0.004 each, with pre-market trading on Hyperliquid predicting a 35% price jump post-launch. Analysts are split: some, like Messari’s Matthew Nay, see promise in the pre-market data, while others, like Beanie of GM Capital, criticize the $4B valuation as excessive. Pump.fun’s market share has recently faced competition from LetsBonk, adding uncertainty. Tokenomics include a one-year cliff for team and private buyers, reducing early sell pressure. Traders are eyeing alternative Pump-themed meme coins amid geoblocking concerns.
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