Memecoins have always lived at the intersection of internet culture and speculative finance—but the latest cycle feels different. What began as community-driven tokens powered by jokes and viral momentum is now attracting serious venture capital interest, with investors aiming to capture upside in a market where attention can convert into liquidity overnight. As funding rounds, influencer-driven launches, and meme-native ecosystems multiply, the memecoin narrative is evolving from “just a joke” into a high-risk, high-reward subset of crypto venture investing. READ MORE