Ever catch yourself scrolling through X during a crypto conference, only to stumble on news that makes your portfolio tingle? That's exactly what happened yesterday at BaseCamp when Jesse Pollak, the brains behind Base, casually dropped that the Ethereum Layer 2 is "exploring a network token." Yeah, you read that right—Base might soon have its own native

- As Meme Insider, this ties into Base's popularity for meme coins, which could be impacted by the network token.
token to rally the troops.

Picture this: a packed room at BaseCamp, Pollak on stage with a sleek slide deck showing a glowing globe dotted

- Maybe searching for more context on the Base network token announcement will help.

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🔗 ​Base begins exploring potential network token launch - Blockworks​
📄 At BaseCamp 2025, Jesse Pollak confirmed early discussions on a Base token, and committed to building on Ethereum.
🌐 blockworks.co

🔗 ​Base Explores Issuing Native Token, Says Creator Jesse Pollak​
📄 At the BaseCamp event, Jesse Pollak revealed the Layer 2 network is considering a native token, though plans remain in early stages.
🌐 www.coindesk.com

🔗 ​Coinbase Hints At Native Token For Base Network – 'We're Just ...​
📄 Base creator Jesse Pollak said the network may issue its own token to strengthen Ethereum ecosystem integration during the BaseCamp conference.
🌐 stocktwits.com

🔗 ​Coinbase's Base is considering creating a 'Base network token.'​
📄 tldr; At BaseCamp 2025, Base announced its exploration of a network token to enhance decentralization and support a global onchain economy.
🌐 www.reddit.com

🔗 ​Base network considers issuing a token | Bitget News​
📄 ... Pollak, head of the Base protocol, stated at BaseCamp that Base is exploring the possibility of issuing a network token. | Bitget crypto news!
🌐 www.bitget.com

🔗 ​Base - X​
📄 A global economy built by all of us. Built on Ethereum, built on the Superchain. We have no plans to issue a new network token.
🌐 x.com

🔗 ​Base​
📄 Base is an open stack that empowers builders, creators, and people everywhere to build apps, grow businesses, create what they love, and earn onchain.
🌐 www.base.org

🔗 ​Jesse Pollak 'basecamp' Update (Sep 12, 2025): No New Trade ...​
📄 ' This update highlights the intense activity surrounding Base, an Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution developed by Coinbase, signaling potential ...
🌐 blockchain.news

🔗 ​Base's creator wants to bring billions of people onchain​
📄 In May, Base announced its second Onchain Summer with Optimism to bring more developers in to build on its network. In June, it had a “buildathon” to ...
🌐 talkingtokens.beehiiv.com

🔗 ​Base Camp - Outlier Ventures​
📄 Agreed equity stake and future token supply · 12-week, fully remote accelerator designed to unlock growth · Hands-on support from our in-house team of...
🌐 outlierventures.io

with pixels—symbolizing a truly decentralized network where builders, creators, and everyday users are all in sync. "Pushing the boundaries of crypto-native design," he says, before teasing the big one: "Beginning to explore a network token." It's the kind of line that sends Twitter (or X, whatever) into a frenzy, with replies pouring in from curious degens wondering about airdrops, timelines, and criteria.

Quick Base Refresher for the Uninitiated

If you're new to the scene or just dipping your toes into L2s, Base is Coinbase's Ethereum scaling solution—think faster, cheaper transactions without ditching Ethereum's security. Launched in 2023, it's exploded in popularity, especially among meme coin enthusiasts. We're talking hits like $BRETT and $

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- Base's network token exploration was announced at BaseCamp by Jesse Pollak, still in early stages.
DEGEN that turned pocket change into life-changing gains overnight. Base has become the go-to playground for viral tokens, memes, and wild experiments because of its low fees and seamless Onchain Summer vibes.

What's the Deal with This Network Token?

Pollak didn't spill all the beans—it's early days, folks—but the vibe is clear: a Base token could align incentives across the ecosystem. Imagine a token that rewards active participants, from devs building dApps to creators dropping NFTs and users just vibing in the chat. It's about decentralizing governance, boosting liquidity, and maybe even fueling more onchain economies. Sources like CoinDesk confirm it's all about strengthening ties to Ethereum's Superchain while keeping things open and builder-friendly.

No firm timeline yet (sorry, no "launch next week" hype), but Pollak emphasized commitment to Ethereum—no forking off into some isolated paradise. This isn't just tech talk; it's a nod to making crypto more accessible, which is music to the ears of anyone who's ever FOMO'd into a meme launch.

Why Meme Coins Are Salivating Over This

Here's where it gets juicy for us at Meme Insider. Base already hosts a meme token bonanza—over 70% of its activity is meme-driven, per recent chain data. A native token? That could be rocket fuel. Think enhanced liquidity pools for meme swaps, governance votes on viral trends, or even token-gated communities for the next $PEPE killer.

• Airdrop Dreams: Early adopters and Base loyalists are buzzing about potential drops. If you're holding OG Base NFTs or farming points in protocols like Aerodrome, this might be your ticket.
• Ecosystem Boost: More aligned incentives mean more builders flocking to Base, churning out meme tools, launchpads, and fair-launch mechanics.
• Price Action Incoming: Whispers of tokenomics could spark a mini-rally in Base ecosystem tokens. Keep an eye on $BRETT—it's already up 5% post-announcement.

Of course, it's not all green candles. Critics worry about centralization risks since Coinbase's involvement is heavy, but Pollak's Ethereum-first stance should ease those fears.

What's Next for Base and the Meme Multiverse?

As BaseCamp wraps up, all eyes are on follow-up announcements. Will we see a token whitepaper by Q4? Governance proposals? Or just more teases to keep the hype train rolling? One thing's for sure: in the wild world of memes and blockchains, Base is positioning itself as the ultimate onchain party hub.

If you're a meme token hunter, now's the time to dive deeper—bridge some ETH to Base, scout emerging projects, and join the conversation on X. Who knows? Your next 100x might be hiding in a network token-fueled meme surge.

Stay tuned to Meme Insider for the latest drops, deep dives, and everything you need to level up your blockchain game. What's your take—bullish on Base token? Drop it in the comments.

Originally spotted via this X post.