PEPE Coin Surges Over 70% in a Week, Captivating Market Attention
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 05 2026- Significant Surge: PEPE coin has surged over 70% in the past week, becoming the top performer among the top 50 cryptocurrencies, indicating strong market interest and investor confidence.
- Whale Trading Success: A trader invested $58,700 into PEPE a week ago and secured over 700% returns, highlighting the volatility and short-term profit opportunities in the market.
- Liquidity Rebound: Open interest in PEPE doubled in the last four days, rising from $228.6 million to $470 million, reflecting renewed investor interest and optimism in the derivatives segment.
- Need for Risk Assessment: Despite PEPE's strong performance, the market must remain cautious of potential downside risks, especially as whale activity indicates an overall bearish bias that could lead to short-term profit-taking.
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.
