Fartcoin is a memecoin launched in October 2024 on the Solana blockchain. It combines humor and blockchain technology, featuring a unique token distribution model and interactive ecosystem centered around fart-themed content. ^[6]

Overview

Fartcoin (FARTCOIN) is a decentralized cryptocurrency that aims to blend internet meme culture with blockchain technology. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies focused solely on financial transactions or utility, Fartcoin thrives on humor and community engagement. Some key features include:

• A submission-based token distribution model where users can earn tokens by submitting fart jokes or memes
• A "Gas Fee" system that triggers a digital fart sound with each transaction
• Integration with an AI chatbot called Truth Terminal for generating content ideas
• Built on the Solana blockchain for fast, low-cost transactions As of February 2025, Fartcoin has achieved a market capitalization of over $350 million, ranking in the top 150 cryptocurrencies by market cap ^{[1] [7]}

History

Fartcoin was created on October 18, 2024 as an offshoot of another AI-themed token called Goatseus Maximus (GOAT). Both tokens originated from interactions with an AI chatbot called Truth Terminal, created by researcher Andy Ayrey ^[2]

The initial concept for Fartcoin came about when Truth Terminal was prompted to create a meme that would resonate with the crypto community. This led to the idea of a fart-themed token with humorous interactive elements ^{[2] [5]}

Fartcoin's growth occurred in several waves:

• October 18-24, 2024: Initial rise to ~$76 million market cap
• November 3-22, 2024: Growth to ~$400 million market cap
• December 8-18, 2024: Surpassed $1 billion market cap

By late December 2024, Fartcoin had overtaken GOAT in market capitalization, becoming the largest AI-themed meme token ^[2]

Technology

Fartcoin is built on the Solana blockchain using the SPL token standard. This provides several advantages:

1. Fast and low-cost transactions
2. Compatibility with Solana's ecosystem of decentralized applications (dApps)
3. Utilizes Solana's proof-of-stake (PoS) and proof-of-history (PoH) consensus mechanisms for network security and efficiency ^[3] Key technological features of Fartcoin include:

• Token Distribution Model: Users can earn FARTCOIN by submitting fart jokes or memes, fostering community engagement

Gas Fee System: Every transaction triggers a digital fart sound, adding a humorous element to the user experience

• AI Integration: Fartcoin leverages the Truth Terminal AI chatbot for idea generation and content creation ^{[3] [8] [9]}

FARTCOIN Token

FARTCOIN is the native token of the Fartcoin ecosystem.

Key details about the token include:

• Total Supply: 1 billion FARTCOIN
• Contract Address: 9BB6NFEcjBCtnNLFko2FqVQBq8HHM13kCyYcdQbgpump (on Solana blockchain) ^[4] Use cases for the FARTCOIN token include:
• Participation in community governance;
• Trading and speculation on cryptocurrency exchanges;
• Potential future integration with fart-themed NFTs or digital collectibles. ^[4]