In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, where alliances can shift the tides faster than a viral meme, Hashed just dropped a bombshell that's got the Ethereum community buzzing. Jun Kim, Investor Relations lead at Hashed, took to X (formerly Twitter) with a post that's equal parts declaration and teaser, quoting his CEO Simon Kim's recent launch of the ETH intrinsic value dashboard at ethval.com. But let's break it down—because this isn't just hype; it's a signal of deeper commitments in the blockchain space.
Simon Kim's original post posed a timeless question: "What is ETH actually worth?" Tired of the endless price speculation that dominates crypto Twitter, he rolled out ETHval, a sleek dashboard crunching Ethereum's true value through 12 rigorous models. We're talking everything from traditional finance staples like Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) for staking rewards to crypto-specific gems like TVL multiples and Metcalfe's Law applied to total value locked. It's a breath of fresh air for anyone who's ever scrolled through endless charts wondering if ETH's price is backed by fundamentals or just FOMO. If you're knee-deep in blockchain analysis, check it out here—it's open to feedback and already sparking conversations on sustainable valuation in a volatile market.
But Jun Kim didn't stop at the quote. He amplified it with: "Hashed is an @ethereum company (quite literally) the ticker is $ETH see you on the other side on @KaitoAI x @hashed_official." Accompanying the text? A screenshot of what looks like KaitoAI's Creator Social Graph dashboard, a real-time leaderboard tracking "mindshare" among Ethereum influencers. Think top gainers like sassal.eth climbing 0.7% in relative mindshare, and losers like Simon Kim himself dipping slightly—ironic, given the timing.
This dashboard isn't your average crypto tool. Powered by KaitoAI, the AI-driven InfoFi network that's been making waves since its $5.3M raise in 2023, it quantifies social influence on Ethereum like never before. Metrics like absolute and relative mindshare changes over 7D, 30D, and beyond turn intangible "vibes" into hard data. For meme token enthusiasts—yes, even on a site like Meme Insider—this is gold. Creators driving hype for the next dog-themed token or frog army can now see their impact in real-time, potentially turning social clout into on-chain rewards.
So, what's the "see you on the other side" about? It screams upcoming announcement for a KaitoAI x Hashed collab. Hashed, the Seoul-based VC powerhouse behind early bets on heavy-hitters like Aptos and Sui, has long been Ethereum-aligned, but calling $ETH their ticker? That's next-level commitment. Pair it with Kaito's AI prowess in sifting crypto narratives and distributing attention (and capital) fairly, and you have a recipe for something transformative. Imagine AI-curated leaderboards feeding into tokenized incentives for creators, or ETH-backed airdrops based on mindshare metrics. For meme token builders, this could mean easier discovery and virality in a sea of noise.
The replies are pouring in, from excited "LFG" shouts to Chinese takes on innovative apps. Even KaitoAI chimed in with a cryptic "HASHΞD," complete with another dashboard peek. And Jun's follow-up? "yaps on eth"—a nod to Kaito's Yaps feature, where users farm points through content creation, now seemingly Ethereum-flavored.
As someone who's covered crypto beats from CoinDesk days to curating meme token lore here at Meme Insider, this feels like a pivot point. Ethereum's creator economy is heating up, blending AI insights with social proof to fuel the next wave of on-chain memes and dApps. Whether you're a degen hunting alpha or a practitioner leveling up your blockchain game, keep an eye on this duo. The supercycle? Hashed isn't fading it—they're hashing it into overdrive.
What do you think this partnership unlocks? Drop your takes in the comments, and if you're building in the meme space, how might mindshare dashboards change your strategy? Stay tuned—Ethereum's narrative just got a whole lot more quantifiable.