
1. Problem
The traditional approach to listing memecoins involves creating AMM pools on platforms like Uniswap. This process, while functional, presents several challenges:
- Limited Options: AMM pools are the only listing option for new memecoins, restricting flexibility for creators.
- High Slippage: In the early stages, memecoins typically have low liquidity, leading to significant slippage in AMM pools.
- Complexity: Managing Uniswap pools and using tools like DEXscreener are geared towards professionals, creating a barrier for new and less experienced users.
2. Solution
Godbase offers a fresh perspective on memecoin trading with its order book DEX. Our platform provides:
- Flexibility for Creators: Memecoin creators can freely list new coins on Godbase, utilizing order books instead of AMM pools.
- Enhanced Trading Experience: Our platform offers a user experience similar to Coinbase, with order books and candlestick charts.
- Cost-effective: Limit orders eliminate slippage. Gas fees are lower than those on AMMs. Additionally, there is no risk of impermanent loss on Godbase.
- Simplicity: Gas fees are paid in USDC, eliminating the need for ETH due to our use of Account Abstraction.
- Native to Base Ecosystem: By leveraging Farcaster, Godbase provides a seamless and efficient trading experience, allowing users to trade directly on this innovative platform.
- Community-Centric Ecosystem: Godbase fosters a vibrant community where users can connect through shared interests and memes, driving engagement and growth.
- Increased Visibility: With fewer memecoins listed on Godbase compared to Uniswap, these coins will be more recognizable and visible to users.
3. Why Now?
- Onchain Summer: Base is actively embracing the memecoin trend. The memecoin frenzy seen on Solana earlier this year is expected to be replicated on Base.
- Growing Trend: The creation of new memecoins on Base is increasing rapidly. These coins need better visibility and exposure to users, and trading volumes are also on the rise.
4. Market Size
- Notable Memecoins:
- $BRETT: Market cap $1.6Bn
- $TOSHI: Market cap $183M
- $BENJI: Market cap $89M
- $CHOMP: Market cap $81M
- Overall Market: Numerous memecoins are created daily, with the trading volume of memecoins on Base around $20M.