Introduction: The Rise of Meme Coins and the Curiosity Around PEPE The cryptocurrency world has long been fascinated with meme coins — digital currencies inspired by internet culture, jokes, and community-driven hype. While Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) have enjoyed moments of mainstream attention, a newer meme token, Pepe Coin (PEPE), has captured the interest of retail investors and …