Ponke (PONKE)
“A degenerate gambling monkey with, and we quote, anger issues.”
This article is about the internet meme. For the original Solana memecoin, see Ponke ($PONKE).
Ponke (PONKE) is a Solana-based memecoin built around a yellow monkey character self-described as a 'degenerate gambler with anger issues.' Launched in late December 2023, it became one of the breakout Solana memecoins of the 2024 cycle, leaning on a strong community, a developed character lore, and influencer endorsements.
Origin
Ponke launched on Solana on December 24, 2023, themed around an angry yellow monkey mascot that the project markets as a 'degenerate ape' and 'degenerate gambler with anger issues.' The character's backstory frames Ponke as born from the chaotic 'degenerate energy' of the Solana memecoin casino.
Spread
PONKE's popularity surged in early 2024 as the broader Solana memecoin wave gathered momentum and crypto influencers began endorsing the token. The project distinguished itself from purely transient memecoins by investing in branding, animated content, merchandise, staking, and a recognizable mascot, positioning Ponke as a character/IP rather than a one-off coin.
Legacy
Ponke endured as one of the more recognizable Solana memecoin brands of the 2023-2024 era, frequently listed among the top trending Solana memes alongside WIF, SLERF, and BOME. Its emphasis on a persistent character and community-building is often cited as an example of memecoins attempting to evolve into longer-lived crypto-culture brands.
The Chain Trail
The OG token for this meme is Ponke ($PONKE) on Solana, launched 2023-12.
Key facts
- Monkey-themed memecoin on the Solana blockchain.
- Launched December 24, 2023.
- Mascot is a yellow/angry monkey marketed as a 'degenerate gambler with anger issues.'
- Popularity surged in early 2024 amid the Solana memecoin boom and influencer endorsements.
- Frequently ranked among top trending Solana memecoins (with WIF, SLERF, BOME).
- Project emphasizes character lore, branding, staking, and community over a single coin event.
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The tokens that claim Ponke (PONKE)
Every token we can tie to this meme, and which contract appeared first. The original is marked OG; the rest arrived to ride the name.
| # | Coin | Price | 24h | Market Cap | Liquidity | Launched |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Ponke $PONKE | $0.02 | -0.77% | $10.22M | $1.13M | Dec 23, 2023 |
Combined live market cap for Ponke (PONKE): $10.22M across 1 coin. Market data is live from DexScreener; figures are not investment advice.
The on-chain receipts for $PONKE (the OG contract), pulled straight from the chain.
On-chain report
via helius · updated 23h agoHeld by the top 10 wallets.
- 1. 8Mm4…MZQH16.40%
- 2. AVPK…qHg59.15%
- 3. 5Q54…e4j15.41%
- 4. 5LZk…boT24.80%
- 5. 6LY1…zkzF3.79%
- 6. 5PAh…PRj53.20%
- 7. u6PJ…Xq2w3.09%
- 8. 2h8J…4QY22.35%
- 9. 2Ejn…Ps3e2.11%
- 10. 5z7g…efg21.64%
- Mint authority is still active — supply can be inflated.
- Top 10 wallets hold 51.9% of supply — highly concentrated.
- Deployment predates the scanned history — earliest date is a lower bound.
Facts pulled directly from the chain via Solscan-grade data. Not financial advice.
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