#MemecoinSentiment
Why is $SHIB Called “Shiba Inu”? 🐶💰
The name $SHIB comes from the Shiba Inu dog breed — a popular Japanese hunting dog that also became the face of internet meme culture, especially in the world of crypto.
🔹 Who named it?
$SHIB was created in August 2020 by an anonymous person (or group) known as Ryoshi.
🔹 Why this name?
Inspired by the success of Dogecoin, branded itself the “Dogecoin Killer,” using the Shiba Inu as its mascot to tap into meme culture and the power of community-driven projects.
🔹 More than a meme:
Today,
is part of a larger ecosystem including ShibaSwap, NFTs, and its own blockchain project, Shibarium.