By: Alex Rivera
Ethereum has been quietly outperforming Bitcoin across several metrics this month. Its recent strength, driven by expectations of spot ETF inflows and Layer-2 ecosystem growth, has turned investor attention toward ERC-20 tokens — including some of the newer meme coins built on Ethereum that are trading under $0.003. Among them, one project has stood out to both on-chain analysts and traders watching presale momentum: Little Pepe (LILPEPE). It’s not just the branding or meme appeal that’s drawing capital. The project is showing signs of early viral traction and smart positioning within Ethereum’s growing utility narrative.
Ethereum Regains Market Strength
ETH has recovered more steadily than Bitcoin following recent market pullbacks. In the past 30 days, Ethereum has posted stronger relative gains as speculation builds around ETF approvals in the U.S. The ETH/BTC ratio has started to reverse its months-long downtrend, signaling that capital is rotating into altcoins with higher upside potential. One major catalyst is Ethereum’s maturing Layer-2 ecosystem. Networks like Base, Blast, and Linea are onboarding liquidity at a faster rate, creating a fertile playground for builders and token launches. As this activity ramps up, ETH-based meme coins have a unique advantage in riding both the cultural wave and the underlying infrastructure momentum.
The Utility-Infused Meme Trade
Meme coins today aren’t just speculative plays with no use case. The new wave is leaning on tokenomics, smart contracts, and strategic integrations to create staying power beyond the first viral surge. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) has positioned itself at this intersection. Built on Ethereum, it leverages the security and developer tooling of the world’s most battle-tested smart contract network. Its roadmap includes staking mechanisms and gamified features that appeal to users who want both entertainment and yield. Unlike meme coins that rely solely on hype, LILPEPE is building a Layer-2–friendly ecosystem with ERC-20 utility while staying light enough to thrive in the cultural memecoin sphere. This mix — cultural stickiness plus Ethereum-native infrastructure — is what’s allowing it to break out from the noise quietly.
Presale Momentum Speaks Volumes
So far, investors seem to agree. LILPEPE has now raised over $12.91 million, with 94.8% of Stage 8 sold out. As it prepares to roll into Stage 9, the token is priced at $0.0018, still significantly below its planned listing price of $0.003. Presales with this kind of velocity tend to signal early community conviction. That conviction often leads to strong post-listing performance, especially when paired with continuous development and rollout. What’s noticeable is the velocity of fundraising in recent weeks. While many meme coins burn out after their initial push, LILPEPE’s presale has accelerated as the broader market recovers. That’s a key sign of retail engagement picking up at the right time — not during peak euphoria, but just as momentum is starting to build again.
Analysts Are Watching for a 60x Move
Some traders are already placing bold targets on LILPEPE. Based on current pricing and projected listing valuation, early participants could see up to 60x returns if the coin hits $0.10 during the next meme cycle — a number that’s not out of the question, given the performance of PEPE, BONK, and even FLOKI in their early months. The assumption is rooted in several key ideas: low starting market cap, strong Ethereum infrastructure alignment, and a loyal meme community that thrives during altcoin rotations. With Ethereum set to attract ETF-driven flows, meme coins built on ETH stand to benefit from increased exposure and demand. It’s also worth noting that previous Ethereum-based meme coins didn’t have the tailwind of this much Layer-2 growth or staking integration. LILPEPE is entering the market with a stronger foundation than many of its predecessors.
Conclusion
As Ethereum gains traction against Bitcoin and liquidity flows back into the Layer-2 and meme coin sectors, the window for early entries is narrowing. Tokens like LILPEPE, still priced under $0.002 with under 5% of its presale remaining, may represent one of the more asymmetric plays on the market right now. This is less about hype and more about positioning. LILPEPE is aligning with Ethereum’s next major run, both structurally and culturally. If the market breaks bullish in Q4 2025, meme coins with real infrastructure support — and early community traction — are likely to outperform. The difference this time? The Ethereum-based meme coins have evolved. And LILPEPE might be leading that shift.
For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below:
Website: https://littlepepe.com
Whitepaper: https://littlepepe.com/whitepaper.pdf
Telegram: https://t.me/littlepepetoken
Twitter/X: https://x.com/littlepepetoken
About the Author: Alex is a long-time journalist for NewsWatch, using his expertise to explain to readers how technology is reshaping society beyond mere gadgets and algorithms. His reporting cuts through industry hype to reveal the human stories behind technical innovations, offering readers a thoughtful perspective on where our digital future is heading.
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