Popcat is a meme cryptocurrency inspired by a viral internet meme featuring a domestic short-haired cat named Oatmeal. It operates on the Solana blockchain and is primarily driven by community engagement and speculation rather than intrinsic financial value.
Popcat functions on the Solana blockchain, which is known for its high throughput and low transaction fees. It employs a combination of Proof of History (PoH) and Proof of Stake (PoS) as its consensus mechanism. The platform utilises autonomous yield and liquidity generation protocols, redistributing transaction fees among token holders and ensuring sufficient liquidity for trading. Smart contracts are used to facilitate secure transactions without intermediaries.
Popcat can be used for various purposes, including speculative trading, participating in meme-driven communities, microtransactions, tipping, and in the realm of gamification and NFTs. Its real-world applications extend to social media platforms, online forums, and decentralised finance, with potential impacts in the entertainment, gaming, and NFT sectors. Popcat has notable partnerships on the Solana network and is supported by platforms such as Kraken exchange and Phantom wallet.
Popcat was launched in October 2020, originating from a viral meme featuring the cat Oatmeal. Notable milestones include the acquisition of update authority by a trader known as @jpeggler in December 2023, making the token's metadata immutable and stabilising the project. The coin reached a significant landmark in September 2024 by achieving a $1 billion market cap and an all-time high of $1.07. It has grown in popularity within the meme coin community, supported by strong community engagement and strategic developments on the Solana blockchain.