Meme coins are once again in the spotlight following former US President Donald Trump’s public backing of the TRUMP token.
The endorsement briefly lifted sentiment across the meme coin sector, pushing the Fear and Greed Index from a low of 15 to 27 in just a few days.
But while attention has turned to TRUMP’s market movement, data suggests a newer entrant, PepeX, may offer stronger upside potential in the current cycle.
With features focused on fairness, transparency, and token creation infrastructure, PepeX is attracting considerable attention—particularly in Japan, where early interest has already helped raise over $1,000,000.
Trump memecoin is still down
Trump’s endorsement of his eponymous token triggered a wave of interest across crypto Twitter and Telegram groups, adding momentum to a market that had recently shown signs of risk-off sentiment.
The TRUMP token briefly surged but currently trades at $10.26, with a market capitalisation of $2.05 billion.
Despite the uptick, the token remains 86% below its all-time high of $75. Upcoming events like the April 18 token unlock are expected to test investor sentiment further.
Some speculate that insiders could delay selling to avoid negative press tied to Trump’s political ambitions, but this remains uncertain. The unlock could introduce fresh supply, potentially weighing on price.
While TRUMP has benefited from media exposure, it lacks the structural innovations that newer projects like PepeX are introducing to the meme coin sector.
PepeX adds AI and anti-sniping tools
PepeX launched in Q3 to ” make fair launches fair again.”
Its unique offering includes anti-sniping mechanisms, dev wallet transparency, and an AI-powered marketing assistant—tools designed to resolve long-standing issues around fairness and quality in token launches.
Stage 1 of the PepeX presale began at $0.021 and is designed to increase by 5% per stage across 30 stages, ending on 22 June at $0.0823.
This would represent a 311% rise from the starting price. To date, PepeX has already raised $1,031,489.
One of the core changes introduced by PepeX is a hard cap of 5% of the token supply for creators, which prevents disproportionate ownership and ensures more equitable participation.
A $500 deposit is required to launch a token on the platform, discouraging low-effort projects and adding a layer of accountability.
PepeX growth outpaces TRUMP
PepeX’s presale price growth is already outpacing TRUMP’s recovery trajectory. While TRUMP sits at $10.26—still 86% below its peak—PepeX has recorded steady, stage-based price appreciation in its presale.
The current pricing structure reflects a deliberate effort to stabilise growth while avoiding manipulation.
TRUMP token’s price is tied heavily to media cycles and the political visibility of its namesake. PepeX, on the other hand, is positioning itself as infrastructure rather than a singular token play.
Its AI suite enables token deployers to automate community building, Dexscreener listings, and content production—factors that could help it maintain relevance even as meme coin trends shift.
Japan backs PepeX launch
PepeX has found strong early traction in Japan. Well-known local influencers like @besting_crypto and @A_sama7 have engaged with the project on social media, further boosting visibility.
At its launch, the project reportedly attracted $100,000 per minute, a figure that highlights its strong momentum compared to other fair launch competitors like pump.fun.
The platform is responding directly to concerns raised by users about launchpad quality, bundling practices, and insider sniping.
Transparent bubble maps and wallet tracking features allow users to assess risks before committing capital.
While TRUMP may continue to benefit from political developments and speculation, PepeX is building foundational tools that aim to support long-term participation in the meme coin economy.
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