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The Test Token (TST), a memecoin originally created as a tutorial example on the BNB Chain's Four.Meme platform, has experienced a remarkable surge in value, driven by a combination of accidental exposure, social media hype, and speculative trading.

Origins and Accidental Exposure

TST was never intended for public trading. It was developed purely for educational purposes to demonstrate how to launch a memecoin using the Four.Meme platform. However, in early February 2025, a tutorial video inadvertently revealed the token's name and contract address. This unintended disclosure caught the attention of crypto enthusiasts, particularly within the Chinese community, leading to a rapid influx of interest and trading activity.

Social Media Amplification

The situation escalated when Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Binance's co-founder, acknowledged the incident on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Although CZ clarified that TST was not an official Binance project and had no intrinsic value, his engagement inadvertently amplified the token's visibility. This led to a speculative frenzy, with TST's market capitalization soaring to over $50 million before stabilizing.

Binance Alpha Listing and Market Reaction

On February 8, 2025, Binance Alpha, a platform for pre-listed tokens, added TST to its spot pre-market trading. This listing provided early access to investors and further fueled the token's bullish momentum. Within minutes, TST's price surged by over 150%, reaching a high of $0.08. Notably, a trader who had previously sold 29.35 million TST for $2,078 found that the same amount was now worth over $2.3 million.

CZ's Clarification and Community Response

Despite the token's meteoric rise, CZ reiterated that TST was not affiliated with Binance and expressed concern over unauthorized use of Binance's branding by TST's community. He emphasized that neither he nor Binance held any stake in TST and warned investors about potential risks associated with such community-driven tokens.