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VISTORBELITUNG.COM,JAKARTA – The meme coin arena, known for its rapid movements and community-driven speculation, has a new contender: Shiba On Base (SHIB). Taking its inspiration from the undisputed heavyweight of dog-themed tokens, Shiba Inu (SHIB), this new clone is making a play on the Base Layer 2 ecosystem. The question on every crypto investor's mind is simple: can this "Schismatic Shiba" outrun the original and eclipse Shiba Inu's monumental records?
The original Shiba Inu coin, launched in August 2020 by the anonymous "Ryoshi," quickly became a global phenomenon. Built on the Ethereum blockchain, SHIB transitioned from a simple meme to an entire decentralized ecosystem, complete with the ShibaSwap DEX, its own governance tokens (BONE and LEASH), and plans for a metaverse and a stablecoin. SHIB’s record-breaking run saw its market capitalization soar, turning early investors into millionaires and proving that community hype can indeed fuel a multi-billion dollar project.
Now, the spotlight is shifting to its spiritual successor, Shiba On Base. This project is positioned as an "evolutionary split" from the original, migrating the Shiba spirit of fun and loyalty to the Base Layer 2 network a platform developed by Coinbase.
The creators of Shiba On Base present it as a fulfillment of Ryoshi's original, decentralized vision, alleging that the Layer 1 SHIB has become "profit hungry, corrupt, and centralized." This new iteration on the Base chain is promoted as a proper auto-deflationary contract with true decentralization, a move that attempts to capture the original community's desire for pure, leaderless crypto.
Battle of the Ecosystems: Ethereum vs Base
The central battle between the two projects lies in their respective blockchains:
Original Shiba Inu (SHIB): Rooted in the Ethereum ecosystem, SHIB benefits from its established security and massive liquidity. However, this comes with the cost of higher gas fees and slower transaction times, particularly during network congestion. To combat this, the SHIB team is heavily invested in its own Layer 2 solution, Shibarium.
Shiba On Base (SHIB): By deploying on Base, it leverages a faster, lower-cost environment. Base, as a growing Layer 2 built on Ethereum, aims to make decentralized applications cheaper and easier to use. This technical advantage could potentially appeal to smaller retail investors who are deterred by Ethereum's high transaction costs.
While Shiba On Base offers a compelling narrative a return to decentralized roots on a more efficient chain overcoming the original's legacy is a gargantuan task.
Shiba Inu's Records: The original SHIB boasts a massive, established community (the "ShibArmy"), listings on nearly every major global exchange, and a market capitalization in the billions. Its all-time high price performance is a legendary benchmark in the meme coin space.
Shiba On Base’s Challenges: As a newer clone, it faces the struggle of building liquidity, securing widespread exchange listings, and proving the longevity and utility of its contract. The entire Base ecosystem, while growing rapidly, has yet to reach the scale of Ethereum's mainnet. Furthermore, the meme coin market is saturated, and community loyalty is often fleeting.
Ultimately, the success of Shiba On Base will depend on its ability to sustain community engagement and deliver genuine value proposition that is more than just a clone. The crypto world is a volatile place where a simple meme can capture the public imagination.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments are highly volatile and carry a high risk of loss. Always conduct your own research (DYOR) before investing.
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