$XRP "Dogecoin" (DOGE) is an alternative cryptocurrency that was created in 2013 as a joke, but it gained significant popularity. Dogecoin was designed to distinguish itself from Bitcoin thanks to its friendly and creative community. Dogecoin is primarily used for online donations and gifts. Although it started as a joke, Dogecoin has become a recognized cryptocurrency with a large fan base. It is traded on many exchanges and is used in some commercial transactions. Dogecoin is an example of how cryptocurrencies can transcend their origins and gain real value.