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Crypto Culture Weekly: AI-Powered Memecoins, stablecoin surge, and geopolitical market shifts

This week witnessed a breakthrough in the memecoin space with the rise of AI-infused tokens. Notably, “MIND of Pepe,” which blends artificial intelligence with meme culture, raised over $12 million during its presale. Offering AI-driven market insights and sentiment analysis for holders, it represents the next evolution of meme coins, from full-blown jokes to tools with embedded utility.

Meanwhile, the stablecoin sector is gaining strong attention with the launch of Little Pepe Coin ($LILPEPE). Debuting on June 10, it combines cultural branding with practical tokenomics via features like a “Pump Pad,” positioning it as a more structured meme asset, yet still stressing the need for cautious scrutiny. This underscores how meme coins are evolving beyond hype into hybrid projects with governance and utility elements.

On the geopolitical front, Bitcoin demonstrated resilience, remaining above $106,000 amid global tensions. Despite volatility stemming from conflict-related market jitters, major cryptocurrencies like Solana and Hyperliquid saw daily gains up to 7%, signaling sustained investor confidence and crypto’s maturing role as a global asset  .

Altogether, the past week showcases a dynamic and diversifying crypto culture, where AI meets memes, stablecoins gain prominence, and digital assets weather macroeconomic storms. These trends highlight a shift toward a more sophisticated, widely integrated cryptocurrency ecosystem.

👔DeWork Diaries

Hey again, friends. Last time, I gave you a glimpse into what it’s like working as a Collab Manager in Web3. This time, I want to dive a bit deeper, specifically into the world of inbound collabs, which is where I started my journey.

When I first began, I was managing inbound collaborations, which means I’d reach out to other projects asking for whitelist spots for the communities I was representing. At first glance, that might sound simple.

Just message a project and ask for spots, right? Not quite.

To land a good collab, it takes research, persistence, negotiation, and trust. You have to ensure the project you’re approaching is legit, the team is credible, and there’s no history of shady behavior or rug pulls. I always try to validate the founder or team before even sending a message. It’s about protecting your community as much as it is about giving them access.

Here’s how inbound collabs usually work, step by step.

Outreach

This is where everything begins. I spend time researching upcoming projects, identifying potential partners, and finding the right contact, whether that’s the founder, their collab manager, or someone from my network that is connected with them. Being consistent here is key, and building a strong network helps open doors.

Negotiation

Once a connection is made, we move into discussions about how many spots we can get. Every community brings a different kind of value, so it’s important to understand what you represent and aim for the best deal possible.

Some projects also request support in return, like a tweet, a thread, or even hosting an AMA. Personally, I look at each case differently. If the project is strong and my community is genuinely excited, I’m happy to help.

Hosting the Giveaway

After finalizing the collab, the next step is running the giveaway. Spots are usually split between the team and the community, with the community always taking the majority. I always align with the project’s requirements, while also making sure they’re not over-asking. Simplicity and fairness matter.

Submitting Winners

Once the giveaway ends, I extract the winners and prepare a list with everything the project needs, like Discord IDs, Twitter handles, wallet addresses, and anything else they’ve asked for. I make sure to submit it before the deadline. It’s a small detail, but being punctual and organized builds long-term trust with collab managers and projects.

Support

Even after the submission, the job continues. People sometimes need help updating their wallets, figuring out mint times, or resolving issues. A big part of being a collab manager is making sure your community always feels supported and informed.

There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes, and inbound collabs taught me a lot about relationships, responsibility, and trust. It’s more than just getting spots, it’s about delivering value and building long-term connections.

Next time, I’ll dive into outbound collabs, how they work, what makes them different, and why they’re just as important when building community momentum.