{"id":597135,"date":"2024-03-09T19:00:01","date_gmt":"2024-03-09T19:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wncen.com\/?p=597135"},"modified":"2024-03-09T13:46:45","modified_gmt":"2024-03-09T13:46:45","slug":"shiba-inu-mania-price-surges-60-as-burn-rate-heats-up-by-over-22000","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wncen.com\/news\/shiba-inu-mania-price-surges-60-as-burn-rate-heats-up-by-over-22000\/","title":{"rendered":"Shiba Inu Mania: Price Surges 60% As Burn Rate Heats Up Over 22,000%"},"content":{"rendered":"
Shiba Inu (SHIB), the self-proclaimed “Dogecoin Killer,” has the crypto world buzzing once again. This meme coin, forever linked to the adorable Shiba Inu dog breed, has witnessed a meteoric rise in both price and burn rate,<\/a> igniting a passionate fire within its devoted “Shiba Army” community.<\/p>\n But beneath the current frenzy lies a crucial question: can Shiba Inu transform itself from a playful pup into a respected player in the ever-evolving cryptocurrency game?<\/p>\n The recent surge stems from a staggering 22,432% increase<\/a> in the burn rate over a 24-hour period, according to Shibburn, a platform dedicated to tracking SHIB transactions. This translates to a colossal 14 billion SHIB tokens being sent to a “dead wallet,” effectively removing them from circulation.<\/p>\n Proponents hail this decrease in supply as a catalyst for long-term price appreciation, echoing the basic economic principle of scarcity driving demand.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n However, seasoned crypto veterans remain cautious. The dramatic rise is based on data from a limited timeframe (one week, one day), and the cryptocurrency market is infamous for its hair-trigger volatility.<\/p>\n This rapid price increase could very well be a bubble on the verge of bursting, leading to a sharp correction. Additionally, the “meme coin” label itself carries a certain stigma. Meme coins, often lighthearted parodies, tend to be more speculative and prone to wild price swings compared to established cryptocurrencies with underlying utility.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Despite the skepticism, the Shiba Inu community, affectionately known as the “Shiba Army,” pulsates with unwavering enthusiasm. They’ve been instrumental in the burning initiative, actively contributing to the surge.<\/p>\n Furthermore, recent hints from Kusama, the lead developer of Leash (another token within the Shiba Inu ecosystem), regarding a potential token burn have further stoked the flames of community spirit. This dedicated fanbase is a powerful force, capable of influencing market sentiment and potentially propelling the price upwards.<\/p>\nShiba Inu Burns Bright: Can It Melt The Ice Of Skepticism?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Source: Shibburn<\/a><\/pre>\n
SHIB market cap currently at $20 billion. Chart: TradingView.com<\/a><\/pre>\n
Shiba Army Marches On<\/strong><\/h2>\n