Dogecoin, Shiba Inu Rally As Memecoins Kick Off 2026 With Strong Gains

Memecoins rang in 2026 on a strong note, with popular names recording sharp rallies on New Year’s Day.

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Frog-themed Pepe (CRYPTO: PEPE) rose 26% from the previous day, topping the large-cap memecoin gainer list. Trading volume exploded 313%, making it one of the most traded cryptocurrencies in the 24 hours.

Solana (CRYPTO: SOL)-based Bonk (CRYPTO:

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