PEPE Jumps 70% As Meme Coins Lead Crypto Markets - Trap Or Opportunity?
Meme cryptocurrency PEPE surged 76% in the first week of 2026, becoming the biggest gainer among the top 50 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The frog-themed token led a broader meme coin rally that saw BONK rise 52%, FLOKI gain 50%, and Pudgy Penguins climb 40%. Trading volumes across majo