GIGGLE's Rapid Ascent Sparks Discussion While Giggle Academy Denies Any Association
- GIGGLE, a BNB Chain memecoin, surged to $130M market cap before crashing, sparking debates over its legitimacy amid Giggle Academy's disclaimers. - Binance pledged to donate 50% of GIGGLE trading fees to Giggle Academy's charity, raising concerns about exchange influence on token valuations. - Analysts warn memecoins' extreme volatility risks retail investors, while regulators scrutinize compliance with securities laws following SEC's memecoin crackdown. - The token's trajectory mirrors Dogecoin's, highl
GIGGLE, a memecoin shaped by its community,
Launched in September 2025 on the
Giggle Academy, founded by Zhao to advance crypto education, released a statement clarifying it played no part in creating or managing the GIGGLE token. "The GIGGLE token is a community-launched, unofficial memecoin," the academy posted on X, stressing its lack of involvement. Nonetheless, the academy’s educational mission has unintentionally fueled speculation about the token’s authenticity, with some investors mistakenly linking the two.
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has further boosted the token’s visibility. The exchange revealed it will donate half of GIGGLE’s trading fees, starting in December, to the
Experts point to a wider trend of memecoins gaining popularity as meme-themed assets rally. Maria Voss, a blockchain analyst at Crypto Insights, commented, “Wild price swings are expected with memecoins, but clear boundaries with related organizations are essential to safeguard retail traders.” GIGGLE’s recent performance echoes that of other memecoins like
Despite the academy’s efforts to distance itself, the token’s swift ascent has reignited discussions about the responsibilities of prominent figures in the crypto industry. Some critics believe Zhao’s association—even if indirect—could encourage speculative behavior, especially among novice investors. Supporters, on the other hand, see GIGGLE as an example of financial democratization, where grassroots efforts and community governance drive value.
With the token’s market cap now hovering near $127 million, Lookonchain’s data indicates that regulators and industry observers may soon examine its compliance with securities regulations. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has increasingly focused on memecoins for possible registration breaches, adding further risk for participants.
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