Memecoin Market Cap Rises to $44.69B, Trading Volume Jumps 17.42%
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Market Recovery: The total market cap of memecoins increased by 7.17% over the past 30 days, reaching $44.69 billion, indicating a resurgence of investor interest after a relatively quiet second half of 2025.
- Volume Surge: Trading volume jumped by 17.42% during the same period, totaling $4.75 billion, suggesting a significant uptick in speculative trading and retail investor participation, potentially injecting more vitality into the market.
- Social Media Impact: Rising social media chatter and short-term price spikes of popular meme tokens like Dogecoin, PEPE, and BONK have further fueled market attention, highlighting that community engagement and internet culture remain critical to the success of memecoins.
- Future Uncertainty: While market data indicates a comeback for memecoins, the sustainability of this growth remains uncertain, prompting investors to approach this short-term trend with caution to avoid missing potential long-term opportunities.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
