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Dogwifhat's Price Plunges After Vegas Sphere Denies Partnership

Dogwifhat's Price Plunges After Vegas Sphere Denies Partnership

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Dogwifhat Price Crashes Following Vegas Sphere Denial

The Solana-based meme coin, Dogwifhat (WIF), suffered a significant 10% price drop within an hour after the Las Vegas Sphere publicly denied any involvement with the project. This denial directly contradicts a previous crowdfunding campaign that raised over $700,000, promising WIF's appearance on the Sphere's Exosphere. The situation highlights the risks associated with meme coins and the importance of due diligence.

Did Dogwifhat Mislead Investors?

Dogwifhat's price has been declining since November, with this latest development exacerbating the downward trend. While the developers claim negotiations were conducted through an intermediary due to their non-corporate structure, the Sphere vehemently denies this, calling it "fraudulent." A representative stated: "We have never had a deal with Dogwifhat, and our agency at the time only had one very preliminary conversation early last year. There was and is no plan for Dogwifhat to appear on the Exosphere, and we are distressed they are using our name for fraudulent purposes."

The impact of the Sphere's statement on WIF's price underscores the speculative nature of meme coins and the significant influence of hype and partnerships on their valuation. Earlier this week, a "tease" about a Sphere launch from the Dogwifhat team temporarily boosted the price by 34% before collapsing upon the denial.

Adding to the controversy, the Dogwifhat team recently claimed "ongoing negotiations" with the Sphere via an intermediary on social media and pledged to refund the $700,000 if the deal falls through. However, the Sphere's strong denial casts serious doubt on the authenticity of these claims.

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Dogwifhat (WIF) Price Performance
Dogwifhat (WIF) Price Performance. Source: BeInCrypto

The situation serves as a cautionary tale for investors, emphasizing the importance of thorough research and critical evaluation before investing in any cryptocurrency, especially meme coins. The lack of transparency and potential misrepresentation underscore the need for stricter regulations and greater accountability within the crypto space.

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