Let's meet Pepe.

The origin of the PEPE cryptocurrency

PEPE was launched on the market on April 17, 2023, a date that marked the beginning of a new era for memes within the crypto ecosystem. Although there are other meme-based currencies, such as Dogecoin (launched in 2013) or Shiba Inu (launched in 2020), PEPE is special due to its connection with Pepe the Frog, one of the most iconic and enduring memes on the Internet.

The story of Pepe the Frog begins in 2005 when the artist Matt Furie introduced him in his comic "Boy’s Club." Initially, Pepe was designed as a friendly and relaxed character. However, as the meme gained popularity, it was reinterpreted and used in various contexts, some positive and others very negative. During the 2016 U.S. presidential elections, certain political groups appropriated it, leading Furie to fight to reclaim the original image of Pepe through public campaigns.

Interestingly, PEPE, the cryptocurrency, has no official relationship with Furie or the original version of the character. The developers who launched PEPE have not faced legal issues, as the artist has not claimed copyright over the use of the image. This has allowed the cryptocurrency to continue growing without the restrictions that could have arisen from intellectual property issues.

Main features of PEPE

On a technical level, PEPE is an ERC-20 token that operates on the Ethereum blockchain. This means it shares certain features with other Ethereum-based tokens, such as the ability to integrate with DeFi (decentralized finance) platforms, decentralized exchanges (DEX), and wallet services like Metamask.

No transaction fees.

One of the features that sets PEPE apart from other meme cryptocurrencies is the absence of transaction fees. This makes it more accessible for users who want to make frequent token transfers without having to worry about fees.