Jupiter Launches Ape.Pro: Solana’s New Hub for Meme Coin Trading

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Key Takeaways

  • Jupiter has introduced Ape.Pro, a new launchpad exclusively for Solana meme coins.
  • Ape.Pro allows users to purchase meme coins directly via its terminal website using social network logins and crypto wallets.
  • The platform features a blend of popular Solana meme coins and smaller market-cap tokens.

Jupiter (JUP), a crypto exchange on Solana (SOL), has launched a dedicated terminal for meme coins.

On October 17, the decentralized exchange (DEX) Jupiter introduced Ape.Pro to support the launch and trading of Solana-based meme coins.

The platform is accessible via mobile and web versions.

New Meme Coins on Solana

Ape.Pro allows users to register via social networks like Google, Twitter, and Discord or through web3 wallets, including Phantom, Solflare, Backpack, and MetaMask.

The platform supports two primary transaction tokens: SOL and JUP. It offers well-known meme coins like Maga (TRUMP) and smaller market-cap tokens such as Bakso ($1.25 million market cap) and SOX ($175,000 market cap).

Meme coins listings on Ape.Pro | Source: Ape.Pro official website
Meme coins listings on Ape.Pro | Source: Ape.Pro official website

Other Meme Coins to Watch

Pump.Fun, a similar meme coin launchpad, became one of the most discussed crypto topics in Q3 2024, likely due to its focus on Solana-based meme coins.

GOAT Price history since October 13 | Source: CoinGecko
GOAT Price history since October 13 | Source: CoinGecko

While the initial hype surrounding Pump.Fun has settled, some tokens, like Goatseus Maximus (GOAT), continue to thrive. GOAT recently surged from $0.05 to $0.32 within just a few days.

Pump.Fun's meme coin performance | Source: CoinGecko
Pump.Fun’s meme coin performance | Source: CoinGecko

If you’re interested in meme coins, another popular coin is currently making waves on YouTube: Pepe Unchained.

Pepe Unchained is a layer-2 token that has captured significant attention within the crypto community for its lightning-fast transactions and reduced gas fees. The project claims to be 100x faster than Ethereum, positioning itself as an attractive alternative for users looking to avoid the slower speeds and higher fees associated with Ethereum’s network. Its presale has been an outstanding success, raising nearly $18.4 million and demonstrating strong investor confidence and community support.

Beyond its technical features, staking $PEPU (the native token of Pepe Unchained) allows investors to earn passive income, adding further incentive for those looking to hold onto the token long-term. The staking mechanism rewards holders with interesting crypto opportunities, potentially allowing them to compound their investments over time.

Pepe Unchained’s meme coin status also taps into the cultural appeal of Pepe the Frog, a widely recognized internet meme that has been at the center of numerous meme coin movements. This branding has helped Pepe Unchained build a large and passionate community on X (formerly Twitter), where discussions about the coin’s potential and future developments are highly active.