In the fast-paced world of crypto, spotting the next big meta—those trending narratives that drive massive momentum—can make all the difference for traders with smaller portfolios. As influencer Ansem (@blknoiz06) pointed out in a recent X post, the game often boils down to either figuring out these metas fundamentally and waiting patiently or jumping on the bandwagon when the price action heats up. New ones pop up every few months, and right now, two stand out: Pump.fun streamers and Pokémon TCG (Trading Card Game) plays.

Building on that, cozy (@cozymaximalist) shared some standout examples in this thread, breaking down why these could be the ones to watch. Let's unpack them with some simple explanations and real-world context to help you navigate these meme token trends.

Pump.fun Streamers: Turning Attention into Crypto Gold

Pump.fun is a popular launchpad on the Solana blockchain where anyone can create and launch meme tokens quickly and cheaply. It's become a hotspot for viral coins, and the "streamers" meta revolves around projects that leverage live streamers, social media influencers, and giveaways to build hype and community engagement.

• $KIND: This one's all about creating an attention flywheel through generosity. The project uses creator rewards from Pump.fun to give away thousands to streamers, fueling viral growth. With over a million TikTok followers and strong Facebook virality, $KIND is drawing in crowds beyond the usual crypto Twitter bubble. If you're new to this, an "attention flywheel" just means building momentum where more exposure leads to even more exposure, like a snowball rolling downhill. While specific market data is still emerging for this newer token, it's positioned as a feel-good play in the streamer space.

• $BAGWORK: Inspired by a real-world gym incident where fitness influencer Bradley Martyn slapped a streamer, this token exploded to a $36 million market cap in hours after launch. It's seen as innovative, pulling in non-crypto folks (often called "non-CT" for non-Crypto Twitter) with its meme appeal and cabal-like vibe—think insider groups pushing the narrative. Traded on platforms like PumpSwap and DEX Screener, $BAGWORK's price has hovered around $0.000034, with solid liquidity and trading volume. It feels like it could become the flagship for Pump.fun streaming metas, especially with its quick fees generation for creators.

These streamer-focused tokens thrive on social proof and real-time engagement, making them perfect for Solana's speedy, low-cost network.

Pokémon TCG Meta: Bridging Nostalgia and Blockchain

Who doesn't love Pokémon? The TCG meta taps into that childhood nostalgia by blending physical trading cards with crypto tokens. On Solana, this means tokenizing collectibles, creating liquid markets for illiquid assets, and even using token revenues to buy real-world items.

• $CARDS: As the shelling point (a fancy term for the default go-to option in a category) for crypto TCGs, Collector Crypt's $CARDS token is crushing it with massive volume and revenue. It keeps pace with big players like Pump.fun and Axiom, selling out inventory restocks every time. The platform turns physical Pokémon cards into NFTs that you can redeem for graded, real cards—think professional authentication like PSA grading. Recently, it surged 600% post-launch, hitting a market cap over $85 million and a price around $0.216. Check it out on CoinMarketCap or CoinGecko for live charts. This one's drawing in collectors and traders alike, making rare cards more accessible through blockchain.

• $ZARD: Focused on the iconic Charizard, this meme-plus-DAT (Decentralized Autonomous Treasury) token uses Pump.fun creator rewards to buy rare Charizard cards. It turns something desirable but hard to trade (illiquid) into easy-to-buy crypto exposure. The dev's been grinding for months, hitting up IRL card conventions and handing out business cards—old-school hustle in a digital world. Priced at about $0.0047 with a $4.7 million market cap, it's available on DEX Screener and positions itself as a community-driven meme hunting ground.

If you're tailing momentum like cozy suggests, these TCG tokens are blending pop culture with crypto in a way that's hard to ignore.

Spotting metas like these early can be a game-changer, whether you're analyzing fundamentals or just riding the wave. As always in crypto, do your own research—volatility is part of the fun. Keep an eye on Solana's ecosystem for the next shift, and who knows? The next meta might be just a thread away.