Hey there, meme token enthusiasts! If you're knee-deep in the world of Solana-based projects, you've probably caught wind of the ongoing battle among launchpads. Recently, BSCNews dropped a tweet that's got everyone talking about the Solana launchpad rivalry, spotlighting BonkFun's latest move: the Dual Creator Rewards program. Let's dive into what this means for creators, traders, and the broader meme token scene.

For those new to the space, a launchpad is essentially a platform where new tokens—often fun, viral meme coins—get their start. Solana, known for its speedy and low-cost transactions, has become a hotspot for these launches. But with giants like Pump.fun dominating the market, smaller players like BonkFun are pulling out all the stops to attract creators and liquidity.

In their tweet, BSCNews links to a detailed research article that breaks down BonkFun's new initiative. Announced on August 20, 2025, the Dual Creator Rewards program is designed to give creators a bigger slice of the pie, potentially shifting the balance in this competitive arena. Here's the scoop: it splits rewards into two phases to keep things engaging long-term.

First up is the Creator Rewards phase. Creators can earn up to 0.10% of all swaps happening on BonkFun's interface—that's the buying and selling action on the platform. To put it in dollars, for every $10 million in trading volume on the bonding curve (that's the initial price discovery mechanism before a token hits full liquidity), creators pocket $5,000. Once the token migrates to a liquidity pool—where trading really ramps up—that earning potential holds steady, even if there's a community takeover (CTO), which is when the community steps in to manage a project if the original creator bows out. Without a CTO, it doubles to $10,000 per $10 million. Rewards come in the quote token, like SOL, making it straightforward and valuable.

Then there's the Community Rewards phase, which stacks on top of any existing CTO perks. This means original creators and community teams can both benefit, encouraging collaboration rather than conflict. Right now, it's focused on meme configs—those quirky, theme-based token setups—but BonkFun plans to roll it out to tech configs soon, broadening its appeal.

Why does this matter? Well, compare it to the big dog, Pump.fun. Back in May 2025, they launched a revenue-sharing model giving creators 50% of PumpSwap revenue, which works out to about 0.05% of trading volume—or $5,000 in SOL per $10 million. Pump.fun has been crushing it, with lifetime revenue over $800 million and weekly hauls up to $13.5 million. They've got about 90% of Solana's launchpad market share, according to recent Dune Analytics data, after bouncing back from a brief dip to just 5%. In April 2025 alone, they saw over $14.6 billion in volume. BonkFun's program essentially doubles the potential earnings in some scenarios, which could lure creators looking for higher yields. But Pump.fun's massive volume means more overall opportunity there—for now.

This rivalry isn't just drama; it's good news for the ecosystem. By tying rewards to ongoing trading activity, BonkFun is pushing for sustainable projects rather than quick pumps and dumps. Creators get funding for things like central exchange listings or infrastructure tweaks without dumping tokens on early holders. Traders, meanwhile, might see more vibrant, well-supported meme tokens hitting the market. It's all about aligning incentives so everyone wins in the long run.

As we keep an eye on Solana's evolving landscape, moves like this could heat things up and give underdogs a fighting chance. If you're a blockchain practitioner dabbling in meme tokens, checking out BonkFun's program might just enhance your toolkit. Stay tuned to Meme Insider for more updates on how these innovations are shaping the crypto world—who knows, the next big meme could launch right there!