Bold Publicly Declares: No to Any Meme Coin Using ‘Bold’ Brand
On June 29, Bold (@boldleonidas), a prominent crypto comic creator, posted on X (formerly Twitter) to explicitly reject any Meme tokens issued under his brand. He stated: “I don’t want tokens based on my ‘brand.’ If I wanted one, I’d make it myself. Any tokens sent to me or fees directed to my name, I will claim/dump without hesitation.”
This statement directly addresses the prevalent trend in the crypto community where third parties launch unauthorized Meme coins leveraging the popularity of well-known creators or projects. Bold’s firm stance is intended to prevent such practices and maintain full control over his brand. He emphasized that any token claiming affiliation with him is not endorsed and will be immediately liquidated if received.
The issue of unauthorized IP token launches has been a recurring topic in the crypto space. In 2024, NFT artist Beeple also publicly criticized tokens minted under his name, warning the community to avoid them. Bold’s declaration further highlights the growing concern among creators about brand ownership and the potential harm from unapproved token issuances, especially in the current Meme coin mania.
As of press time, Bold has not revealed whether he has already received any such tokens, nor has he shared specific plans for dumping. However, the tweet has already sparked heated discussions in the community. Some users are calling for centralized and decentralized exchanges to implement warning labels or trading restrictions on unauthorized brand tokens. This episode underscores the ongoing tension between creator control and decentralized token creation in Web3.