When a Pig Outshines a Million Dollars: The Tale of Nike and His Crypto Craze

During a recent AMA session, the one and only Charles Hoskinson revealed he turned down a whopping $3 million offer for his pet pig, Nike. “He’s a priceless pig,” Hoskinson declared, adding with a wink, “And he’s still a good pig, even if he does snore like a chainsaw at night.” 🐷💰

The clip went viral faster than you can say “bacon,” sparking laughter and admiration across the crypto community. It wasn’t just a lighthearted moment; it was a glimpse into the whimsical side of one of crypto’s most prominent figures. And, of course, in classic crypto fashion, it didn’t stop there. 🌟

The saga began back in June 2024, when Hoskinson casually tweeted a picture of Nike. The internet, ever quick to react, pounced on it—birthing a memecoin dubbed NIKE within hours. It was like a digital barnyard stampede. 🐄🚀

The token saw explosive traction in the Cardano ecosystem, hitting nearly $1 million in market cap in just 12 hours. Some hailed it as a fun tribute and a shining example of the crypto space’s meme magic, while others raised eyebrows at the fast rise of yet another memecoin. 🤔💰

Still, the story of Nike the pig continues to capture hearts—and charts—reminding everyone that in crypto, even a pig can go to the moon. Or at least, to the top of the charts. 🚀🌙

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2025-05-28 04:16