If you're into the fast-paced world of blockchain and crypto, especially on the Base network, you've got to check out this recent thread from Ekeson (@ekeson_wtb) on X. It's all about shining a spotlight on builders in West Africa who are consistently showing up and creating cool stuff. Inspired by a quote from Jesse Pollak, the head of Base, who said, "The alpha is in showing up day after day, for years, to build, create, and invest in things you believe in," Ekeson shares highlights from a private event in Lagos hosted by Base West Africa. You can catch the full thread here.

Base, for those new to it, is an Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution developed by Coinbase. It makes transactions cheaper and faster, which is perfect for building decentralized apps (dApps) and, yes, even meme tokens that can go viral without breaking the bank on gas fees.

The Event: The Nick in Lagos

The video in the thread takes us through "The Nick," a private gathering where builders demoed their products. It's got that vibrant energy—think rooftop views, palm trees, and a mix of tech talks and casual vibes. There were demos, petrol cocktails (sounds intriguing, right?), group pictures, and a fireside chat that wrapped things up on a high note.

Spotlight on the Products

Ekeson breaks down some standout products that were showcased. These aren't just ideas; they're live tools built on Base that could supercharge how we handle content, payments, and trading in the crypto space. Let's unpack them one by one.

Viral: Cross-Posting Made Easy

First up is Viral, a nifty app that lets you post your content across multiple platforms seamlessly. Imagine crafting a post once and having it appear on X (formerly Twitter), Farcaster—a decentralized social protocol—and even the Base app. For meme creators, this is gold. It amplifies your reach, helping your funny cat pics or clever token ideas spread like wildfire across different crypto communities. No more copying and pasting; Viral handles the cross-posting for you, saving time and boosting visibility.

Fundable: Mass Distributions on Chain

Next, there's Fundable, which is all about making crypto payments efficient and scalable. This tool allows you to send money to multiple wallet addresses at once—think mass airdrops, payroll for DAO contributors, or distributing rewards in a meme token community. It's built on chain, meaning it's transparent and secure, with support for various crypto currencies. If you're running a project or a meme coin launch, Fundable could streamline how you reward your early supporters or team members without the hassle of individual transactions.

Lemon Market: Perpetual Trading with Leverage

Then we have Lemon Market, a permissionless perpetual decentralized exchange (DEX). Permissionless means anyone can use it without needing approval, and perpetual refers to futures contracts that don't expire. You can trade assets with up to 100x leverage, which amps up potential gains (but remember, it also increases risks—always trade responsibly). For meme token enthusiasts, this could be a playground for speculating on volatile assets. It's designed to be the most efficient on-chain perpetual protocol, leveraging Base's low fees to keep costs down.

Why This Matters for Meme Tokens

While the thread focuses on general products, these tools have huge implications for the meme token ecosystem. Viral can help memes go, well, viral across social chains. Fundable makes it easier to distribute tokens to holders or run giveaways. And Lemon Market? It's a spot for trading those high-risk, high-reward meme coins with leverage. West African builders are proving that innovation isn't limited to Silicon Valley—it's happening right here, driving the next wave of onchain adoption.

Ekeson teases a Part 2, so keep an eye on his profile for more highlights. If you're a blockchain practitioner or just curious about meme tokens, events like this show how Base is becoming a hub for creative, practical tools. What do you think—ready to try out one of these products? Drop your thoughts in the comments!