The week of July 14 – 20 marked a turning point for crypto. Bitcoin reached new highs, institutional investors ramped up their involvement, and memecoins continued to thrive through bold narratives and unexpected community surges. As the GENIUS Act became law and ETFs gained traction, the broader market signaled growing political legitimacy and mainstream appeal.
At the same time, memecoins leaned deeper into culture, humor, and controversy. Tokens like Glonk, SuperTrump, and Useless led a fresh wave of storytelling-driven projects, blending satire, politics, and AI hype into one of the most active weeks of 2025.
Meme Coin Weekly Recap: July 14 to 20, 2025
From July 14 to 20, 2025, memecoins captured attention once again through clever positioning, viral moments, and community-powered identity.
Grok AI Companion Tokens Surge
Inspired by the rise of Grok 4, AI-themed companion tokens like Jarvis, Kia, Chad, Rudi, and Ani dominated discussions. These tokens blended artificial intelligence concepts with meme appeal, attracting tech-aligned traders and stirring conversation across X. While their momentum felt inevitable, concerns also emerged about how quickly speculative narratives can overheat.
Glonk ($GLONK) Proves Doing Nothing Pays
Glonk stood out with its proudly anti-utility message. Framed as a token that “does nothing,” it gained traction through ironic branding, absurd memes, and a self-aware community that fully embraced the idea of success through stillness.
SuperTrump ($STRUMP) Rides Political Wave
Following the passage of the GENIUS Act, SuperTrump returned to the spotlight. Its politically charged identity resonated with traders reacting to crypto-friendly legislation, though debates around taste and long-term viability persisted.
Useless ($USELESS) Continues Ironic Rally
Useless remained one of the most talked-about memecoins on Solana. Its name and branding leaned heavily into anti-hype and post-utility sarcasm, while its community embraced the joke to make it a serious contender in the ecosystem.
Solana-Based Memecoins Thrive
Tokens like Kirby, Poopiter, Stonks, and Kaboom kept momentum going thanks to lighthearted branding, throwback visuals, and strong ecosystem support from Jupiter Studio. Their appeal came less from technical features and more from accessible, fun-first storytelling.
Cultural and Charity-Driven Tokens
WeChat Doge resonated with themes around digital life in China. Hosico positioned itself as a dream-protector, offering comforting aesthetic over utility. Bobby the Cat continued to attract attention through its charitable messaging, appealing to traders seeking purpose along with profits.
Innovative and Controversial Tokens
Sogent focused on MEV mechanics within Solana and gained credibility among technically minded traders. Sif offered an index-style play that appealed to those looking for simplified access to memecoin exposure. Blue Chip presented itself as a more “stable” meme project, while tokens like SuperTrump reignited broader discussions around ethics and sustainability in narrative-based trading.
Other Notable News: July 14 to 20, 2025
This week also brought major movement in regulation, adoption, and geopolitical tension—all of which helped shape the tone of the memecoin market.
Bitcoin Surges to New Highs
Bitcoin reached historic levels, boosted by institutional buying and favorable policy shifts. Its performance created an encouraging environment for altcoins, especially memecoins that rely on attention-driven liquidity.
GENIUS Act Boosts Crypto Sentiment
President Trump officially signed the GENIUS Act, introducing stablecoin regulations with reserve requirements and audits. The act’s bipartisan support helped position crypto as a serious asset class and provided a foundation for meme tokens tied to U.S. policy themes.
U.S. House Reviews Crypto Bills
The House held hearings on digital asset regulation, including the FIT21 Act. The timing, alongside other legislative developments, strengthened the storylines behind politically themed tokens and added a sense of long-term structure to an otherwise unpredictable market.
Solana ETF Staking Launch Continues to Draw Capital
Solana’s ETF kept growing in popularity after its release. The network performance’s protocol revenue further made Solana a memecoin-friendly network. Projects supported by Jupiter Studio, alongside those of good visual brand recognition, to take advantage of this constant spotlight, lag behind.
CZ’s $10 Million Donation Still Echoing
Changpeng Zhao’s recent donation to the charity cause of Vitalik Buterin kept good vibes running high. It kept the positive sentiment in all altcoin communities and gave strength to the tokens that adhere to social work causes and long-term growth.
Emirates Partners with Crypto.com
Emirates’ partnership with Crypto.com introduced crypto payment options to mainstream travel. This real-world use case added new depth to the adoption narrative and helped keep ecosystem tokens in the spotlight, particularly those tied to the trading layers on Solana and X.
Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates
Geopolitical instability remained a background risk. The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict added market volatility and created an atmosphere of tension despite bullish trends elsewhere. While a ceasefire in June helped calm short-term fears, uncertainty lingered in both traditional and crypto markets.
Conclusion
The recent seven days, Jul 14-20, demonstrated again that storytelling is the key to the memecoin market. Whether satirical, in the application of Glonk or Useless, or political, in the case of SuperTrump, all meme coins understood one form of culture, sentiment, or commentary and built off of it market momentum.
Legislative achievements, ecosystem expansion, and increasing institutional support provided solid ground upon which these tales unfolded. However, now that tales of AI are becoming popular alongside politically motivated tokens that are receiving conflicting responses, the line between danger and entertainment remains indistinct.
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