The MEME Act is a proposed bill in the United States aimed at prohibiting politicians and their families from launching or promoting memecoins. The acronym MEME stands for "Modern Emoluments and Malfeasance Enforcement" and aims to combat conflicts of interest and potential corruption practices related to memecoins.

Detailed Explanation:

What is a memecoin?

A memecoin is a cryptocurrency that is inspired by memes or internet trends, often focusing on humor and virality.

What does the MEME Act aim for?

The law seeks to prevent political figures from financially benefiting from the launch or promotion of memecoins, avoiding conflicts of interest and possible abuses of power.

Why is this law important?

The emergence of memecoins, such as "TRUMP", has raised concerns about the use of cryptocurrencies by political figures for self-promotion and profit generation.