🦝 Junk Fun Weekly Recap #11 🚀
Whether you've been junking since Day 1 or you just landed in the trenches, this week brought a major shift in the game.
Here is your weekly breakdown of the numbers, the updates, and more. 🧵👇
Why $BERT Might Be the Most Underrated Meme Brand on Solana?
In a crypto market full of forgettable meme coins, Bertram the Pomeranian feels different.
Most meme tokens are born from random images, AI-generated mascots, or short-lived jokes. $BERT, on the other hand, is built around a real dog with an actual internet legacy. Instagram account with 400k followers and long before crypto ever touched his name, Bertram was already famous online for his teddy-bear look and wholesome personality.
That matters more than people think.
Memes don’t win because of technology. They win because people recognize them, feel something about them, and want to be part of the story. Bertram already had that emotional connection with millions of people before $BERT even existed.
The project also crossed into mainstream culture in a way most meme coins never do. During New York City’s Honorary Dog Mayor race, Bertram became one of the most talked-about candidates. The event was always meant to be lighthearted and symbolic, but the attention it brought was real. News outlets covered it(NewYorkTimes), social media exploded, and suddenly a crypto-connected meme dog was part of a broader cultural moment.
That kind of exposure is rare in this space.
What really makes $BERT stand out, though, is that it didn’t stop at being just a cute dog. Instead of chasing quick hype, the community turned it into a brand. They built a platform for pet owners, launched NFTs, added staking, created real merchandise, and tied the project to charity work supporting dog shelters.
Most meme coins talk about “utility.”
$BERT actually created some.
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The community is another key factor. Meme coins live and die by their followers, and $BERT’s supporters have shown they’re willing to build, promote, and stay engaged even when the hype cools down. The project didn’t vanish after its first big run. It adapted, kept developing, and leaned harder into its identity.
That resilience is important.
The emotional side of the story also shouldn’t be underestimated. Bertram wasn’t just a mascot. He was a real shelter dog who became an internet icon and later passed away, leaving behind a loyal fanbase that still cares about his legacy. For many people, holding $BERT isn’t just about price. It’s about being part of something that feels positive, nostalgic, and meaningful.
Crypto memes are driven by culture, not logic.
And culturally, Bertram works.
The first $BERT run proved that the market is willing to pay attention. The difference now is that the brand is stronger, the community is more mature, and the ecosystem is more real. If Solana memes get another major wave, projects with recognizable faces and strong stories are usually the ones that benefit the most.
$BERT isn’t trying to be just another dog coin.
It’s trying to be a recognizable meme brand with a heart.
There are no guarantees in meme markets. But if you’re looking for a project that combines culture, community, real-world recognition, and actual effort to build something lasting, Bertram the Pomeranian is one of the more interesting names on Solana right now.
Some memes are loud.
Some are forgettable.
Bertram the pomeranian is memorable.
Final Stop GameStop: The Jig is Up
In Part 1, I outlined how he arrived on the scene – we had a talk in 2019 about GameStop and investing. The Chewy founder then made a big splash as an activist with a Form 13D filing later in 2020.
He has held on with the diamondest hands.
Ryan, the current Executive Chairman, CEO and owner of now about 9% of GameStop stock, ascended to this dual role in September 2023.
Let’s take a look at the business as it stands today.
Here I will introduce the Scion Analyst Template, in parts. This is a Microsoft Word template I put together for my wayward analysts early in 2006. The idea was to get everyone thinking my way about analyzing stocks.
I will now, as I would have in 2006, analyze GameStop stock by working through the template one section at a time.
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“No bill is better than a bad bill.”
What a privilege it is to be able to say those words thanks to President Trump’s victory, and the pro-crypto administration he has assembled.
But let’s not kid ourselves. There *will* be a crypto market structure bill — it’s a question of when, not if. Assuming a multi-trillion dollar industry will continue to operate indefinitely without a comprehensive regulatory framework is pure fantasy.
So, do we take advantage of the opportunity to pass a bill now, with a pro-crypto President, control of Congress, excellent regulators at the SEC and CFTC to write the rules, and a healthy industry? Or do we fumble the ball and allow Dems to write punitive legislation in the wake of a future financial crisis à la Dodd-Frank?
You might not love every part of the CLARITY Act, but I can guarantee you’ll hate a future Dem version even more.
Let’s keep working to improve the product, recognizing that compromises will need to be made in order to get 60 votes in the Senate, but let’s not let perfect be the enemy of the good.
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