Dogecoin News Today: Shiba Inu and Dogecoin Fall 2.95% and 4.17% as Little Pepe Presale Hits 98.06%

Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Dogecoin (DOGE) remain among the most recognized meme-based cryptocurrencies, with both tokens currently experiencing price retracements amid broader market volatility. As of the latest data, SHIB is trading at $0.00001272, representing a 2.95% decline over the past 24 hours. Its market cap has dropped to $7.5 billion, although its trading volume has increased by 60.52% to $202.8 million. Despite the short-term price corrections, the rise in trading activity suggests sustained investor interest, with analysts forecasting potential gains by year-end [1].

Dogecoin (DOGE) has similarly faced downward pressure, dropping 4.17% to $0.2238 in the same time frame. Its market cap has declined to $33.71 billion, while trading volume rose by 48.156% to $3.14 billion. Although DOGE reached a high of $0.02348 earlier in the day, it has since pulled back, reflecting the volatile and often pessimistic sentiment in the broader cryptocurrency market [1].

In contrast, a newer entrant—Little Pepe (LILPEPE)—has generated considerable buzz. The token's presale is nearing the completion of its 11th stage, with 98.06% of the $22.32 million target already raised. Priced at $0.0020 per token, nearly 14.06 billion out of the 14.25 billion tokens allocated in this stage have been sold. The remaining tokens are expected to be sold soon, triggering a price increase to $0.0021 in the next phase [1].

The project is backed by a Layer-2 blockchain specifically designed for meme coins, promising high transaction speeds and low fees. A CertiK audit has given the project a 95.49% score, addressing a common concern in the meme coin space. LILPEPE is also running a $777,000 giveaway campaign, offering 10 winners $77,000 worth of tokens, which has further fueled interest and engagement [1].

The tokenomics of LILPEPE are structured to enhance user confidence, including zero transaction taxes and built-in protections against sniper bots. The project is scheduled to launch on two major centralized exchanges (CEXs), though the identities of these platforms have not yet been disclosed. This listing is expected to significantly improve liquidity and visibility. Additionally, 13.5% of the total supply will be reserved for staking and rewards, incentivizing long-term holding behavior [1].

Analysts have pointed out that LILPEPE's combination of strong tokenomics, specialized infrastructure, and a well-structured launch strategy could make it a standout in the meme coin market. Based on these factors, some forecasts suggest that LILPEPE could potentially deliver up to 19,365% returns on investment in a new market cycle [1].

While SHIB and DOGE continue to show signs of long-term recovery, LILPEPE has emerged as a notable contender with unique features and a rapidly growing community. The increasing focus on meme-based assets, coupled with improved infrastructure and security, positions this segment for continued innovation and potential growth.

Source: [1] Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Dogecoin (DOGE) Set for Impressive Returns by Year-End, But This Coin Could Explode 19365% (https://cryptodaily.co.uk/2025/08/shiba-inu-shib-and-dogecoin-doge-set-for-impressive-returns-by-year-end-but-this-coin-could-explode-19365)