- From DeFi to NFTs, leading performers like Conflux, Bonk, and Pudgy Penguins benefited from ecosystem upgrades, listings, and powered revisited interest
- Coins such as Ethena (ENA) and Curve DAO (CRV) were supported by strong technical enhancements, demonstrating real-world application.
- Meme coins like Bonk pumped amidst Solana ecosystem growth, reflecting how community momentum paired with actual usage is reshaping low-cap narratives.
In a week marked by renewed market activity, five altcoins have emerged as standout performers, each registering notable momentum across different sectors of the crypto space. From NFT-driven excitement to protocol upgrades, these assets gained traction with a 170% surge.
Conflux (CFX) Sees Momentum from Network Advancements
Conflux, a Layer-1 blockchain with ties to Asia’s regulatory-friendly markets, captured attention following its latest infrastructure upgrade. The team recently introduced plans for Conflux 3.0, which aims to improve transaction throughput and integrate AI agent compatibility. These developments helped boost interest in the token, especially as network activity began to pick up across its ecosystem.
Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) Takes Flight as NFT Interest Returns
Pudgy Penguins, due to its infamous NFT collection and the increasing visibility of its brand, has been rising in popularity recently. Such a rise comes with a boom in NFT activity and community engagement on social media platforms, alongside their retail merchandising and storytelling endeavors online
Bonk (BONK), a meme coin based on Solana
It is riding a wave of renewed excitement thanks to news of a major token burn and a spike in activity across Solana’s decentralized applications. This comeback for Bonk fits into a larger trend where meme coins are gaining traction in more utility-focused ecosystems. As trading volumes rise, Bonk is making a name for itself among low-cap tokens that are benefiting from the overall market sentiment.
Ethena (ENA) Rides Institutional Momentum
Ethena, a protocol focused on the creation of synthetic dollars and also providing access to decentralized finance tools, has attracted considerable attention following its listing at an Asian-based exchange. This news captured the attention of retail traders and institutions. Also, Ethena stablecoin mechanics and treasury strategies were introduced in the most recent updates of the ecosystem, which have played a role in the token’s amazing increase.
Curve DAO Token (CRV) a risen following a protocol upgrade
The Curve DAO Token showed signs of strength this week, following the activation of Curve V3. This upgrade enhances routing efficiency and expands liquidity tools for stablecoin trading. Market participants noted a rise in total value locked and an uptick in protocol usage, both contributing to the token’s improved visibility.
