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Circle’s $18B IPO, Pump.fun’s Rumored $1B Raise & Claynosaurz’ Gamified Minting Boom
CwC Weekly
June 06, 2025
ApeChain Sponsorship News
Circle’s $18B IPO and the Stablecoin Power Shift
Pump.fun’s Rumored $1B Raise Fuels Memecoin Ecosystem Debate
Claynosaurz Popkins Mint Tops 70,000 Packs with Gamified Mechanics
F1 Alpine’s Gasless NFT Drop
AI-Powered Sports Betting Platforms
Watch & Listen Now: This week’s episodes track the collision between mainstream brands and blockchain, the evolution of memecoins as attention mechanisms, and the rise of real-world products in Web3. Cap and Steve dive into the LOUD token launch, break down F1 Alpine’s gasless collectible debut, and debate Pump.fun’s rumored $1 billion raise. They also spotlight major shifts in NFT credibility with the Moonbirds acquisition and Claynosaurz’ gamified expansion. Special guests from ApeCoin, Billy Bets, Clutch Markets, and Claynosaurz join throughout the week, rounding out a packed slate of insights across crypto, NFTs, and the future of digital ownership.
☕️ Brewing This Week
📰 Monday
F1 Alpine’s Web3 Collectibles Go Live on ApeChain + LOUD Token Aftermath
Special Guests:
Won kim - CCO at ApeCoin: https://x.com/wonk1m
Wabaam - Chief Strategy Officer at ApeCoin: https://x.com/Waabam_eth
Coffee with Captain opens the week with fresh sponsorship news as ApeChain joins the show. Cap and Steve kick things off by breaking down the LOUD token launch and the mixed reactions it drew across Web3. The conversation quickly shifts to bigger developments with F1 Alpine’s debut Web3 collectibles drop on ApeChain, highlighting a frictionless, gasless mint experience designed to onboard new users. They explore how brand-driven activations like this could be key to bringing blockchain to the mainstream.
💡 Tuesday
Pons Unveils Grind Memecoin + Claynosaurz Popkins Mint Tops 70,000 Packs
Special Guest:
Pons - Founder of The Plague: https://x.com/Pons_ETH
Pons shares the vision behind Grind, a memecoin designed as a community-driven attention mechanism without team allocation. Built with partner communities in mind and a claims process tied to Slingshot Wallet, Grind offers a fresh take on user engagement in Web3. The conversation also critiques incentive models that prioritize noise over real usage. Meanwhile, Claynosaurz’s Popkins mint explodes past 70,000 packs live during the show, fueled by an innovative refund mechanic that could set a new standard for NFT drops. A fast-paced episode highlighting new strategies for capturing lasting attention in the space.
🔗 Wednesday
Pump.fun’s $1B Raise + Moonbirds’ New Chapter
Pump.fun’s rumored $1 billion raise at a $4 billion valuation dominated today’s conversation, sparking debate over whether memecoin platforms can build sustainable ecosystems or if they’re destined to fade. The discussion explored how this move could reshape Solana’s future and compared it to past Web3 fundraising cycles. Later, we unpacked the sale of Moonbirds to Orange Cap Games and debated what the shift means for NFT brand credibility. With Rekt Drinks’ rapid sellout also in focus, the episode highlighted how real-world products are emerging as Web3’s next major growth frontier.
🤖 Thursday
AI-Powered Betting Platforms Take Shape + Magic Eden Faces Trump Wallet Fallout
Special Guests:
Bunchu - CEO of Billy Bets: https://x.com/BunchuBets
Simple Farmer - Founder of Clutch Markets: https://x.com/clutchmarkets
Congressional efforts to pass stablecoin legislation hit an unexpected roadblock as debates veer off course over TrumpCoin, raising concerns about the future of bipartisan crypto regulation. Magic Eden also finds itself under scrutiny after launching its controversial Trump Wallet, while OpenSea capitalizes on the moment with its Voyager rewards comeback. Later in the episode, Bunchu and Simple Farmer unveil a major partnership between Billy Bets and Clutch Markets, combining AI with blockchain to reshape sports betting. The show closes with a powerful motivational message from WWE legend Brooklyn Brawler on resilience and chasing greatness.
🥳 Friday
Claynosaurz Pack Rips Live on CwC + Circle’s $18B IPO Powers Stablecoin Growth
Special Guests:
Nicholas Cabana - Cofounder & Creative Director: https://x.com/Cabanimation
Sasha Papich - Cofounder & COO: https://x.com/Plaposaur
The show opens with a look into Circle’s $18 billion IPO, analyzing what it signals for stablecoin dominance and the growing overlap between crypto and traditional finance. Later, the Claynosaurz team joins live for a Popkins pack ripping session, showing how their expansion to the Sui network and gamified minting mechanics are reshaping NFT engagement. From stablecoins gaining mainstream traction to Claynosaurz’ innovative approach to community building, the episode delivers a sharp look at what’s next in Web3.
🎓 Quick Take For Newcomers
Crypto Cycles Reward the Patient: Markets move fast, but real value is built slowly. Ignore the hype cycles and focus on strong fundamentals: real adoption, committed teams, and sustainable ecosystems tend to outperform over the long term.
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