Bitcoin Pepe Raises $16.2 Million as MEXC and BitMart Support Surges

US traders, often referred to as "degens," have recently invested $500,000 into Bitcoin Pepe, a cryptocurrency project that aims to build the first-ever meme layer on Bitcoin. This investment surge comes as MEXC confirmed its support for Bitcoin Pepe, following BitMart's announcement on June 17, which triggered an additional $300,000 surge. The total amount raised so far stands at over $16.2 million.

Bitcoin Pepe is currently priced at $0.0437, with the final announcement scheduled for July 31. Early backers of the project may be positioned for significant gains, as new investors are rapidly joining the presale. The project is developing its own token standard, PEP-20, and a layer 2 solution to enable faster transactions and lower fees while maintaining Bitcoin's security.

Bitcoin Pepe's vision is to create a platform that allows for the issuance of assets directly on Bitcoin, enabling projects that were previously unable to launch on the network. This includes not just tokens for speculation, but also memes, community coins, and tools that make Bitcoin feel more connected to the broader crypto world. The project's layer 2 solution is designed to be simple and intuitive, with a focus on wallet support and clear transaction flows.

The project has already secured two exchange listings, with BitMart and MEXC providing significant liquidity and global exposure. The initial staking pool for Bitcoin Pepe filled in minutes, and a second pool was launched with 1.5 million BPEP and a 15,000% APY, indicating strong demand for long-term holding of BPEP tokens. This is a major bullish signal for the project.

Bitcoin Pepe is also forming partnerships with various projects, including Me3, Plena Finance, and GETE Network. These integrations point to a strategy that goes beyond memes and into infrastructure, including AI, gaming, DeFi, and creator tools. With Bitcoin's recent upward push and liquidity returning to the market, lower-cap projects that align with core narratives, like BPEP’s infrastructure on BTC, are expected to move first and fastest.

Despite its current under-the-radar status, Bitcoin Pepe is poised to gain significant attention once trading opens and listings go live. The project's presale momentum is accelerating, with US degens and influencers backing it across various social media platforms. The final reveal before the July 31 announcement could trigger a 100x moonshot, making it a project to watch in the coming days.