Crypto Burger is a memecoin project on the Bitcoin network that utilizes the Runes protocol. ^[1] It was inspired by a real-world event where Donald Trump reportedly purchased a burger with Bitcoin and aims to evolve from a cultural token into a functional infrastructure layer for the Bitcoin ecosystem. ^[2]​

Overview

Crypto Burger was created to commemorate a cultural event in which Donald Trump allegedly used Bitcoin to purchase a burger in New York. ^[3] The project's narrative draws a direct parallel to the historic "Bitcoin Pizza" transaction, framing the moment as a significant timestamp in Bitcoin's adoption journey and a sign of its shift into everyday, practical use. ^[4]

The project was launched with a "culture-first" strategy, beginning as a memecoin designed to resonate with both crypto-native and mainstream audiences. ^[2] However, the stated long-term goal is to transition from a cultural symbol into a functional "Bitcoin-native execution and payment framework." This framework is intended to leverage Bitcoin's security to enable BTC and Runes protocol assets to participate in automated economic activities, without requiring any changes to Bitcoin's core consensus rules. ^[2]

Following its launch around early 2025, the project gained early traction within the Bitcoin Runes community. Market data from February 2026 on the platform Odin.fun showed that Crypto Burger ranked as a top asset by metrics such as market performance and community participation. ^[1] At that time, its market capitalization was approximately $244 million with a 24-hour trading volume of around $56.9 million. ^[1]

Architecture

Crypto Burger's proposed technical architecture is designed as a multi-layered system that uses the Bitcoin blockchain as its foundational layer for security and finality. ^[2] The model aims to introduce advanced functionality for execution and automation without altering Bitcoin's underlying protocol. ^[4]

Bitcoin as the Trust Layer

The entire architecture is anchored to the Bitcoin network, which serves as the final and ultimate trust and settlement layer. By building on top of Bitcoin, the project aims to inherit its security, decentralization, and robustness while adding new capabilities through secondary layers. ^[3]

Scalable Execution Layer

The project describes plans for a "Crypto Burger Layer," which is a scalable execution layer anchored to Bitcoin's native state. This layer is designed to coordinate the use of BTC and Runes assets for more complex operations than simple transfers. It functions as an intermediary system that can process transactions or operations before they are finally settled on the Bitcoin mainnet. ^[2]

Cross-Chain Execution Network

To facilitate interoperability, the project intends to build dedicated execution channels. These channels are designed to allow Runes assets to move into multi-chain application environments. This would enable Bitcoin-native assets to be used and settled within decentralized applications on other blockchains, expanding their utility beyond the Bitcoin ecosystem. ^[2]

Agent Execution & Payment System

A core component of the proposed architecture is an "Agent Execution & Payment System." This system is intended to use AI or software agents to manage execution and payment as a single, continuous, and automated process. This concept is referred to as "Settlement by Execution," where the use of an asset and its final settlement are combined into a seamless workflow. ^[2]

Developer and Application Layer

The project aims to provide its infrastructure-level execution and settlement capabilities to third-party developers. This would allow other teams to build applications that leverage the Crypto Burger framework for their own use cases, effectively creating a broader ecosystem of services built upon its technology. ^[2]

Products

The primary product described by the Crypto Burger project is its Bitcoin-native execution and payment framework. This is not a single consumer-facing application but rather a suite of infrastructure components designed to enhance the functionality of the Bitcoin network. ^[2] This framework aims to provide scalable execution and intelligent automation to allow assets like BTC and Runes to be used in complex economic activities. ^[4]

Features

The project highlights several key features that define its intended functionality and market position.

Culture-First Origin: The project's identity is rooted in a simple, widely-publicized Bitcoin payment. This real-world event makes its narrative relatable to a broad audience, positioning it as a cultural phenomenon rather than a purely technical project. ^[3]

Settlement by Execution: This is a proposed feature that combines the use of a digital asset with its final settlement into a single, automated process. It is designed to be managed by software agents, streamlining complex transactions that would otherwise require multiple steps. ^[2]

Executable Runes: A central goal of the project is to enhance the Runes protocol by making its tokens more than just assets to be held or traded. The framework aims to transform Runes into "executable Bitcoin state," allowing them to be actively used as programmable components within multi-chain environments. ^[4]

Ecosystem

The Crypto Burger ecosystem is centered on the Bitcoin blockchain and the Runes protocol. It includes the community of token holders, developers, and users interacting with the project. The project maintains an active presence on social platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Telegram to engage with its community. ^{[4] [3]}

The CRYPTOBURG token is listed and traded on marketplaces dedicated to Bitcoin Runes, such as Odin.fun, where liquidity pools have been established. ^[1] The project's architectural plans for cross-chain execution networks suggest an ambition to expand its ecosystem to be interoperable with other blockchains. ^[2]

Use Cases

The infrastructure developed by Crypto Burger is intended to enable a variety of practical applications. The primary intended use cases for the technology include:

• Integrating Bitcoin and Runes assets into real-world economic activities and automated payment scenarios.
• Automating complex transactions that involve multiple steps by combining asset usage and settlement into a single action.
• Utilizing Runes tokens as programmable assets within decentralized applications on other blockchains.
• Facilitating practical, repeatable, and automated payments for everyday goods and services using Bitcoin-native assets. The technical framework and features are designed to support these applications. ^{[2] [4]}

Tokenomics

The native asset of the project is a token created on the Bitcoin network using the Runes protocol. ^[5]

Token Details

• Name: Crypto Burger ^[1]
• Full Rune Name (Ascended): CRYPTOBURG•ID•JQNJ•ODIN ^[1]
• Protocol: Bitcoin Runes ^[2]
• Rune ID: 912074:3043 ^{[5] [1]}
• Etcher: The token was etched by the entity "Runein芊芊". ^[1]

Allocation

• Total Supply: 21,000,000 CRYPTOBURG ^[1]
• Distribution: Publicly available project documentation does not detail a formal allocation for team, ecosystem development, or marketing funds. On-chain data from February 2026 indicated a holder distribution where the largest non-contract wallet held 4.95% of the total supply at that time. ^[1]

Utilities

• The token functions as a memecoin and tradable digital asset within the Bitcoin Runes ecosystem.
• It is intended to serve as a core, executable component within the project's proposed execution and payment framework.
• Future utility is planned to enable participation in cross-chain activities through the project's infrastructure. The described utilities are based on the project's stated goals and development plans. ^{[2] [3]}

Governance

The source materials available do not contain any information regarding a formal governance model for the Crypto Burger project or its associated token. ^{[2] [1]}

Partnerships

• No formal or confirmed partnerships were mentioned in the available source materials for the Crypto Burger project. ^{[2] [3]}