What does it feel like to suddenly lose your bank account before Christmas? An immigrant shares his personal experience of Chase Bank's unexpected account closure, revealing the systemic dilemma of traditional financial systems and how cryptocurrencies can serve as a practical solution for cross-border individuals. This article is based on Boaz Sobrado's insights, compiled and edited by ForesightNews. (Previous context: Why does the US embrace cryptocurrencies? The answer may lie in the $37 trillion debt) (Additional background: From AI to Labubu, from gold to cryptocurrencies: Why are global speculative bubbles everywhere?) Table of Contents The systemic dilemma behind account closures A typical example of personal experience Cryptocurrencies: an alternative to the banking system? What does it feel like to suddenly lose your bank account before Christmas? On December 19, about four weeks after I arrived in the United States and opened a Chase Bank account

Are we in an "Irrational Prosperity"? From Tech Stocks soaring to Meme coins crashing, from data center financing to the Labubu craze, speculative bubbles are expanding globally in sync. This article is based on a piece by Bloomberg, organized, translated, and written by Foresight News. (Background: 40x returns in one month, how are the P small players catching $LABUBU ) (Additional context: The value interrogation of Chinese meme coins: How far is it from "Binance Life" to the DOGE legend?) Two months before the stock market crash on "Black Monday" that triggered the Great Depression, an economist named Roger Babson from Massachusetts was deeply concerned about the wave of retail investors borrowing money to trade stocks. In a speech, he declared: "The stock market crash will come sooner or later, and it could be devastating." Since then

Vanguard, the pioneer group managing $12 trillion in assets, began allowing clients to trade spot Bitcoin ETFs earlier this month. However, global quantitative equity chief John Ameriks described Bitcoin at the Bloomberg ETF Deep Dive Conference as a "digital Labubu," a speculative digital collectible. Despite opening crypto ETF trading, Vanguard emphasized that it only provides a trading channel and does not offer advice.

Vanguard, the asset management giant managing $12 trillion in assets, has made strategic adjustments under client pressure and market trends: its platform now allows trading of spot Bitcoin ETFs. However, company executives' assessment of the investment value of cryptocurrencies remains unchanged. John Ameriks, head of global quantitative equities, publicly compared Bitcoin to the popular plush toy "Labubu," emphasizing its lack of cash flow and intrinsic yield properties, and still considers it a speculative collectible. This contradictory stance of "body honesty, verbal denial" reveals the complex mindset and cautious steps of traditional financial giants in the face of the wave of crypto assets.

Asset management company Vanguard Group (Vanguard Group), although recently changed its stance and started allowing clients to trade spot Bitcoin ETFs, a senior investment executive from the company stated that Vanguard's fundamental view on cryptocurrencies remains unchanged, describing Bitcoin as a digital version

According to John Ameriks, Global Head of Quantitative Equity at Vanguard Asset Management, Bitcoin remains purely a speculative asset, similar to a collectible toy. “I find it hard to see Bitcoin as anything more than a digital Labubu,” Ameriks shares.

In brief A Vanguard executive compared Bitcoin to a collectible toy, despite the firm recently opening trading for crypto ETFs. Vanguard recently allowed clients to trade funds holding Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana. The firm said it would not provide investment advice related to crypto

Labubu coin will become the new dominant player in the crypto assets market in 2025, attracting global investors with its innovative consensus mechanism and stable market performance. The article details its technical advantages, trading strategies, and risk assessments, and analyzes applications in finance, supply chain, and digital identity verification, helping investors grasp market trends and investment opportunities.

The first stage of the Labubu Chain pre-sale began a few hours ago and is gaining momentum. One of the best projects. The uniqueness of the project is that it is not just a coin meme is a project on its own blockchain with unsurpassed transaction speeds and endless performance with its own

Key takeaways Kevin O’Leary calls NFTs a “fad” but is betting millions on rare sports cards and collectibles like a $13M Kobe–Jordan card and Louis Vuitton’s Labubu toy. He believes tokenization will bring collectibles like art and sports cards “on

Crypto Assets are a culture and a medium of expression. This article is sourced from a piece by Joel John, organized, edited, and written by Foresight News. (Background: A 985 degree is not as valuable as 10,000 followers; Xiaohongshu is becoming a new hunting ground for Crypto Assets exchanges) (Additional background: Labubu, mystery box, and TikTok: A new era of soft games targeting female consumers) I often wonder what Michelangelo was thinking when he painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. This work is considered one of the greatest artistic treasures in human history. However, at first, he did not want to take on this task. Michelangelo's artistic domain was marble sculpture, with hammer, stone, and human forms being his realm of talent. When he received the task, he was heavily in debt due to not delivering the sculpture for the tomb of the late Pope. Pope Julius II had him paint...

Shopping is now gambling, and gambling is no longer just poker and slot machines, but also Labubu, mystery boxes, and TikTok. A new addiction cycle targeting female consumers is emerging: soft gambling is on the rise, with emotional stakes rather than monetary ones. This article is based on a piece by John Wang, organized, edited, and written by Foresight News. (Background: Labubu has fallen! The second-hand price has been cut by 50%, and scalpers are suffering losses. Is Pop Mart entering a cooling period?) (Supplementary background: $LABUBU meme coin surged by 2000% in two weeks, and Pop Mart is globally rushing to buy "become a super IP" with stock prices hitting new highs.) The rise of soft gambling led by women: A girl bought 3 Pop Mart mystery boxes and filmed a curious TikTok unboxing video. She whispered, "Please let me draw the hidden version of the sleeping bear... But let's say,

> JPMorgan believes that although Labubu's search popularity has decreased by 5% from its peak, this is not a sign of its waning popularity, but rather a normal phenomenon in the development process of a blockbuster IP. The lifecycle of leading IPs can last for decades, such as Mickey Mouse for 97 years and Hello Kitty for 51 years. In addition, Labubu's collaboration T-shirts with Uniqlo are about to be released, and the animated series "Labubu and Fren" will premiere this summer. Written by: Long Yue Source: Wall Street Insights As the popularity of the trending IP Labubu declines and the market is in turmoil, an analysis from an investment bank suggests that this may just be a false alarm. For investors in Pop Mart, any move from its IP Labubu stirs the nerves of the market. Recently, its global Google search index has dropped from its peak.

The Bank of America report analyzes the similarities and differences between the trendy IP Labubu and the traditional liquor Moutai, pointing out the differences in their social attributes, reflecting the shift in consumption patterns. Labubu meets the emotional needs of young people, while Moutai relies more on power relations. The report also mentions the risks of the IP lifecycle and market regulation issues, warning investors to pay attention to potential impacts.

Every time you see a hot topic flywheel start spinning wildly and the GPU is not enough to keep up, just search through the articles you've written, the questions you've thought about, and the podcasts you've done—I bet a Labubu that there's a 90% chance you'll find related content—there's nothing new under the sun, you've actually thought about these things before, and you already have some ideas and connections (of course, the prerequisite is to have been slacking off long enough, at least a complete cycle of 5-8 years). For example, the recent surge of stablecoins. As an old player, I can definitely say that I've seen this game before. But it keeps emerging with new terms and a new look. To be honest, it is indeed different from before; I can't say it hasn't made any progress. However, as soon as a new term is used, all the concepts along the entire value chain get a new outfit, and the cost of re-understanding it inevitably increases, requiring some tokens to discover about 80%-90% of the content.

The article discusses the current lack of consensus in society, emphasizing individual choices in the interaction between technology and society as well as economic cycles. By analyzing cases such as LABUBU and Bitcoin, it points out the need to understand the purchasing power of ordinary people and the challenges of diversification, calling for active participation in emerging trends, and highlighting the latent industry value and development potential.

According to Mars Finance, AI content creator Flux girl used videos themed around Labubu generated on the MyShell platform, which received over 210k views within a week, prompting thousands of people to inquire about signing up for MyShell. The platform integrated the latest video model Veo, driving a rise in daily active users by over 30 times, successfully topping the Google global search rankings.

Labubu from Pop Mart resonates emotionally with young people due to its unique personality and rebellious design, and stimulates purchasing desire through the mystery box mechanism and hunger marketing. The celebrity effect and social media dissemination further drive its global craze, forming a successful model of emotional value, marketing strategy, and social ignition.

> The star effect and social media communication as the 'igniter' will transform Labubu into a global social currency, driving viral spread. Author: Yue Xiaoyu Why did Labubu from Pop Mart become so popular? First of all, Labubu's design is very unique. Unlike the sweet image of traditional trendy toys, Labubu's style is simply characterized by individuality and rebellion, which actually satisfies the emotional values of young people. Consumers see it as an 'emotional container', gaining a sense of belonging and personal expression through collecting, modifying dolls, and sharing. The emotional value is fundamental, and the starting point of a trend is emotion. Secondly, the blind box mechanism and hunger marketing of Pop Mart can stimulate consumers' dopamine-driven impulse to purchase. Strict control of production capacity leads to 「

> Bank of America believes that Labubu and Moutai both possess social currency attributes, but there are significant generational differences. Written by: Ye Zhen Source: Wall Street Journal The wildly popular Labubu is jokingly referred to as the "Moutai for young people," so what exactly are the similarities and differences between the two? According to news from the Chasing Wind Trading Platform, Bank of America recently released a report comparing this new trendy IP with traditional liquor giants, attempting to clarify whether it is a historical replay of the consumption cycle or a profound paradigm shift. Bank of America analysts Alice Ma, Chen Luo, and Lucy Yu pointed out that although both are social coins, Labubu's social attributes are more based on the shared interests and values of the younger demographic, while Moutai's social functions rely more on power and hierarchical relationships. This difference reflects the "new consumption" and

1. Why is the Meme coin LABUBU derived from Labubu toys difficult to escape extinction? The production company of Labubu, Pop Mart, saw its stock price soar 10 times in 2024, with a year-to-date increase of over 200%, and a market value exceeding 350 billion HKD. Founder Wang Ning has thus become the new richest person in Henan, China. As of the end of last year, the company had 401 stores in mainland China and 130 stores in Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and overseas (including joint ventures), covering more than 30 countries and regions, with revenue from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and overseas accounting for over 38%. Its namesake Meme coin LABUBU also once thrived, but its market value has today fallen below 28 million USD, currently reported at 27.89 million USD, with a 24-hour decline of 20.4%. Click to read. 2. In-depth Analysis of Spark: Active Capital Allocator in the DeFi Space In the past, banks relied on physical certificates and suffered from inefficient intermediary structures.

Meteora enhances liquidity on Solana with new tools post-manipulation incident. $LABUBU meme coin drops below $28M due to legal risks and sell-offs. Plasma plans a Bitcoin Layer 2 for stablecoin transfers, raising $1B amid competition.

Written by: Pang Tong Stop cursing LaBuBu! You have no idea it's "murdering" your rationality! Have you noticed that recently, everyone around you is talking about a "little elf"? It has a pair of pointy ears, a crooked mouth, and sometimes a little mischievous smile. It is LaBuBu, the hottest trendy toy IP under Pop Mart. From celebrity trendsetters to ordinary white-collar workers, from first-tier cities to small counties, LaBuBu has swept into our lives at an incredible speed, even making countless people "willingly" empty their wallets. Do you think this is just a simple trend carnival? Do you think you're just paying for a "hobby"? Too naive! Today, I will tear off the "cute" exterior of LaBuBu, revealing how it precisely captures your psychology, step by step "murdering" your rationality, making you unknowingly become its "ATM"! This is not alarmism

> Is it a 'top' or a 'quick rebound'? Written by: Zhao Ying Source: Wall Street Journal With an unexpectedly successful official sale, Labubu is experiencing a surge in purchasing at dozens of times the price, only to see the second-hand price halve overnight, as the market's sentiment towards Pop Mart has rapidly shifted from fervent support to sell-off. Just a week ago, Labubu was still "hard to get", with scalpers monopolizing the supply using order-snatching software, reselling at a markup of 10 to 30 times and still finding buyers. However, from June 18 to 19, the situation underwent a dramatic reversal. On the evening of June 18, the official Pop Mart mini program restocked the Labubu "High Energy Ahead" series with unprecedented strength and opened the online pre-sale channel for the first time. The official "generous" moment has exploded the second-hand market, according to data from the trendy toy second-hand trading platform.

> Labubu is no longer just a toy; it is more of a 'social coin'. Written by: Pang Tong Stop cursing LaBuBu! You have no idea it's "murdering" your rationality! Have you noticed that recently, everyone around you is talking about a "little spirit"? It has a pair of pointy ears, a crooked mouth, and sometimes a little mischievous smile. It is LaBuBu, the hottest trendy toy IP under Pop Mart. From celebrity trendsetters to ordinary white-collar workers, from first-tier cities to small counties, LaBuBu has swept into our lives at an incredible speed, even making countless people "willingly" empty their wallets. You thought it was just a simple bandwagon? You think you're just paying for a "hobby"? How naïve! Today, I will tear open LaBuBu[

Author: Manman Contemporary consumption is deviating from its original logic. From the Moutai on the state banquet table to the ape avatar on the Ethereum chain (BAYC Bored Ape), and then to the trendy Labubu toy on the desks of young people, these seemingly unrelated products are telling the same story in their own ways: we are no longer paying for "functionality," but rather for a certain desire to be seen. In this consumption structure, the use value of goods is replaced by emotions, identity, recognition, and speculation, creating a new era map where "consumption is symbolic." 01 Micro: Consumption constructs the "persona", rather than satisfying needs. Labubu's popularity can be attributed not so much to its successful design, but rather to its precise resonance with the urban youth's self-label of "adorable with a touch of rebellion." It is not a toy, but a "projection tool" for self-presentation. BAYC (Bored Ape) is more straightforward - the user purchases.

A "ugly cute" elf doll was auctioned for a sky-high price of 1.24 million, with celebrities rushing to promote it. Young people are exchanging their iPhones for hidden editions, and Pop Mart's stock price has risen nearly 10 times in a year... Labubu's craziness is reminiscent of the madness of NFTs in 2021. When trendy toys become a financial game, how long can this bubble last? From "Toy" to "Social Currency": The Secret to Labubu's Popularity 1. Rebellious Aesthetics: Emotional Outlets of Generation Z Labubu's sharp teeth, heterochromatic eyes, and charming smile are a subversion of traditional cute aesthetics. Psychological studies show that this sensory paradox of "so ugly it's healing" accurately hits the collective emotions of young people who are "anti-involution" and "socially anxious and laid-back." Just like the "true fragrance law" of stinky tofu, the more bizarre, the more it can become an identity label. 2. Blind Box + Celebrity: Double Addiction Mechanism gambling-like thrill The hidden card probability is as low as 1/144, repurchase.

Ethereum spot ETFs saw $528M inflows in one week, led by BlackRock and Fidelity, signaling rising institutional confidence in ETH. Meme coin LABUBU soared past $55M market cap, fueled by pop culture hype despite lacking licensing or transparency. Vietnam passed a law to legalize and regulate

Hong Kong artist Lung Ka Sheng's Labubu, created in 2015, has recently become popular, but the hype price has declined, what is the final outcome? (Synopsis: $Labubu broke through 0.074 magnesium to a new high! Imitation plates on the chain, IP culture into the main narrative of hype? (Background supplement: Sequoia Capital knew about bubble mart 9 years ago, and it had to invest 100 million!) Why did you still miss it? Labubu is a fictional IP character created in 2015 by Hong Kong artist Lung Ka-sheng as part of Bubble Mart's "THE MONSTERS" series. Its design combines the dark elf elements of Norse mythology with oriental aesthetics to form a unique "ugly" style, subverting the sweet formalization of traditional toys. Initially spread as a picture book character niche, after launching a blind box in collaboration with Bubble Mart in 2019, it quickly jumped from the art circle to a global phenomenal trendy play IP. 2

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> After all, no matter how magnificent the narrative, there will be a day of collapse, and currently, it seems that only BTC has not broken this curse. Written by: Blockchain Knight Labubu is a fictional IP character created by Hong Kong artist Long Jiasheng in 2015, belonging to the "THE MONSTERS" series under Pop Mart. Its design blends elements of dark elves from Norse mythology with Eastern aesthetics, forming a unique "ugly-cute" style that subverts the sweet paradigm of traditional toys. Originally a niche character in picture books, it quickly rose from the art world to a global phenomenon in trendy toys after collaborating with Pop Mart to launch blind boxes in 2019. In April 2024, BLACKPINK member Lisa posted a Labubu doll on social media, calling it "my baby," which sparked a sensation in Southeast Asia.

Author: Chen Bai Source: Economic Observer No one expected that Wang Ning and the bubble mart (09992.HK) he founded could achieve today's results. After surpassing Muyuan Food Company with a fortune of 20.3 billion USD on June 8, Qin Yinglin ascended to the title of "Henan's new richest man." On June 9, Wang Ning's wealth ranking rose again. According to the latest data from the Forbes Real-Time Billionaires List on the morning of June 9, Wang Ning currently has a net worth of $20.8 billion, ranking tenth in China and 101st globally. Since the beginning of this year, the stock price of Pop Mart has increased by 174%. From the start of 2024 to now, Pop Mart's stock price has increased more than 11 times. When the super explosive product LABUBU from Pop Mart has become hard to come by among young people globally, some older individuals may just be hearing the name LABUBU for the first time. The public may greatly underestimate the influence of trend culture. Previously, Wang Ning

After a year of anniversary, the gold banknote (JMONEY) created by Taiwan's local culture still maintains the vitality of the community, and is currently listed on a number of exchanges. (Synopsis: Bubble Mart LABUBU Meme coin soared again, and the third-generation doll sale was snapped up) (Background supplement: Meme coin brainwashing culture reigns: when Italy's Mountain and Sea Jing, Tungtungtung are all on the chain) The Meme coin market is surging, and the recent cryptocurrency "JMONEY" from Taiwan continues to cause heated discussions. This coin, born from folk culture, has not only successfully logged on the two trading platforms of Pionex and Ourbit, but also confirmed that it will be officially launched on the HiBT exchange on June 14, continuing to expand its trading visibility in the Asian market. The most striking thing about this coin is when and how it was born. ACCORDING TO COMMUNITY DATA, JMONEY

In the current consumption and investment fields, Pop Mart and meme coins have become a highly regarded phenomenon. The former uses trendy toys as a medium, sparking a collection craze worldwide and shaping a unique trend culture; the latter continues to gain attention in the Crypto Assets market, attracting a large number of investors with its unique value logic. Although they appear to be in different tracks, in fact, they share many commonalities in terms of value logic, and transforming hot events into cultural symbols is the key to their sustained value. 1. Hot Events: Online Dissemination and Attention Surge In 2025, Labubu, a trendy IP emerging from Pop Mart, undoubtedly became a dazzling star in the global cultural and commercial fields. Labubu is not the traditional sweet and cute image; its bizarre Nordic elf style precisely hits the inner need for personalized expression sought by Generation Z.

According to Mars Finance news, official data shows that on June 5, the top three coins by daily trading volume on Gate Alpha were: KILLBILL, ICOIN, LABUBU. It is understood that Gate Alpha now supports popular public chains such as SOL, ETH, BNB Chain, and Base, allowing users to use the Spot account without manually switching chains, depositing, or authorizing.

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$LABUBU surged over 100% daily by leveraging existing POP MART character IP rather than creating new meme narratives from scratch. IP-based memecoins tap into established fan communities, creating more sustainable engagement than traditional joke-based tokens like DOGE or PEPE. Legal risks exist s

The Solana meme coin $Labubu has risen against the trend due to its IP prototype and community popularity, with its price breaking through $0.074 to reach a new high, triggering a wave of imitation coins. Based on the popular character from "The Monsters," $Labubu has become the focus, representing the IP culture track and sparking a new wave of combining meme coins with IP culture. Investors should remain vigilant and exercise caution when chasing the price.

> One is tangible, the other exists only on screen. Labubu and NFT, these two forms of IP seem to reside in the real and virtual worlds, yet in the era of emotion-driven consumption, they grow, explode, and recreate myths with astonishingly similar logic. Written by: Nancy, PANews A cute little monster Labubu quietly stands in the display window, outside the glass is a long queue of fans waiting to buy, just for the surprise of possibly unveiling a hidden version. Similarly, a series of digital images are minted as NFTs on the chain, invisible in physical form, yet sold out in just a few minutes. One is tangible and real, while the other only exists on the screen. These two forms of IP seem to inhabit the realms of reality and virtuality, yet in the emotion-driven consumer era, they grow, explode, and recreate myths with astonishingly similar logic. Behind this lies the medium of community interaction, and the projection of individual identities.

According to Mars Finance news on May 30th, according to GMGN data, the market capitalization of the Solana ecosystem meme coin LABUBU briefly exceeded 65 million dollars, reaching a new historical high, and has now fallen back to 62.88 million dollars, with a 24-hour rise of 113.01%.

Solana has evolved from high-speed experimentation to robust infrastructure, attracting developers to build better applications using its speed, efficiency, and flexibility. Cases such as HashKey, Coinbase, and Labubu showcase the diversity and challenges of the crypto assets industry ecosystem. Additionally, the article covers a variety of topics, including stablecoins, Bitcoin lending, the crypto market, and macroeconomics.

According to news from Mars Finance, based on GMGN market data, LABUBU's market capitalization briefly surpassed 57 million USD, with a 24-hour rise exceeding 81%, currently reported at a market capitalization of 53.72 million USD.

This article will review its issuance, the reasons for its rise and how to seize similar opportunities, and summarize the experience of investing in meme tokens. (Synopsis: $LABUBU Meme coin rose 2,000% in two weeks, and Bubble Mart Global snapped up the stock price of "Super IP" to a new high) (Background supplement: Bubble Mart LABUBU Meme Coin soared again, and the third-generation doll sale was snapped up) LABUBU token, as a memecoin based on the Solana blockchain, has experienced two significant gains since its issuance in October 2024, and its popularity has attracted the attention of many investors. Until now, LABUBU is still hitting new highs. This article will review its issuance, the reasons for its rise and how to seize similar opportunities, and summarize the experience of investing in meme tokens. "Erdan Big Golden Dog" October 2024, LABUBU token

Labubu memecoin inspired by Labubu toy surged 5.934% in two weeks, reaching a $49.16 million market cap. Pop Mart stopped selling Labubu toys due to safety concerns as customers camped, pushed, and fought for them.

The Labubu toys under Pop Mart are becoming increasingly popular worldwide, with the parent company's stock price reaching an all-time high, and the corresponding meme coin market capitalization soaring. Labubu is stirring up a global trend with its star effect, showing impressive market performance. However, the price of the Labubu meme coin $LABUBU continues to rise, having surpassed $0.044, with a market capitalization exceeding $40 million. Investors should pay attention to risks and fluctuations.

According to Deep Tide TechFlow news, on May 26, GMGN market data shows that the meme coin LABUBU, based on the Pop Mart潮玩 IP, has a market capitalization exceeding $30 million, currently reported at $32.52 million, with a 24-hour rise of 51.02%.

Labubu has surpassed Hello Kitty in search popularity, becoming a new generation super IP with immense potential. Its unique design, independent operation, and rapid rise demonstrate market potential. Pop Mart is heavily investing and relying on product innovation, celebrity influence, and strategic marketing activities to drive Labubu's success. In the future, Labubu is expected to become a super IP superstar, bringing significant sales growth to the company.