Quick Overview

This walkthrough focuses on a token using the symbol “ZRC” at the Base chain address 0x95b16989761ff3d4efd62a8292e64e47ac150aec. Base is an Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) built by Coinbase, designed for low fees and fast transactions while inheriting Ethereum’s security. If you’re new to L2s: they batch transactions off-chain and settle them on Ethereum, making apps faster and cheaper to use. Learn more about Base at base.org.

Why “ZRC” Can Be Confusing

The symbol “ZRC” is used by different projects, which can create mix-ups:

• Zircuit (ZRC): A Layer 2 combining optimistic and zero-knowledge rollups with security features. Its known token contracts are different from the Base address above and primarily tied to Ethereum/Zircuit. See zircuit.com.
• Zora ($ZORA): A creative platform focused on NFTs and social content, active on Base. Zora’s token is $ZORA, not “ZRC,” and uses a different Base contract (for reference, see zora.co).

Put simply: “ZRC” at 0x95b1… on Base is not the same as Zircuit’s ZRC or Zora’s $ZORA.

What That Means for the Address You’re Checking

Public aggregators and explorers sometimes lag in indexing new or small-cap tokens. The address 0x95b1… may be:

• A newly deployed token that hasn’t been widely indexed yet.
• A community-driven meme token using the ZRC symbol informally.
• A token with a different “official” name on explorers that still exposes the symbol as ZRC.

Because of this, you should verify at the source: the contract and its on-chain activity.

Step-by-Step: How to Verify the Token on Base

1. Open the address on BaseScan: basescan.org and paste 0x95b16989761ff3d4efd62a8292e64e47ac150aec into search.
2. Check the token metadata:
   • Name, symbol, and decimals (basic identity of an ERC-20).
   • Contract creation date and creator address (for provenance).
3. Review holders and transfers:
   • Holder distribution (is one wallet holding >50%?).
   • Recent transaction activity (is it organic or bot-like?).
4. Inspect the code tab (if verified):
   • Look for standard ERC-20 functions (transfer, approve).
   • Any custom fees, blacklists, or unusual permissions.
5. Liquidity signals:
   • If it’s trading on a DEX, you’ll typically see liquidity pool interactions.
   • Sudden liquidity adds/removals can indicate risk.

These checks help you avoid misidentifying the token or falling into typical traps like honeypots (contracts that let you buy but not sell) or high hidden taxes.

Tracking and Trading Tools

If you plan to analyze or trade this token, a specialized meme-token tracker is useful. GMGN.AI offers real-time analytics, smart money tracking, security checks, and automated trading for meme assets across multiple chains (Ethereum, Solana, Tron, Base, Blast). Highlights:

• Meme token discovery and analytics to monitor volume, holders, and momentum.
• Smart money tracking to follow top wallets and identify early trends.
• Security checks to flag honeypots or abnormal taxes before you trade.
• Optional automated trading via Telegram integrations for advanced users.

Explore the ZRC page for this address directly on GMGN.AI:
https://gmgn.ai/base/token/fV1R5sZ5_0x95b16989761ff3d4efd62a8292e64e47ac150aec

Note: Automated trading requires linking a Telegram account via the GMGN bot. Always understand the risks before enabling automation.

Practical Tips for Practitioners

• Treat symbols as hints, not proof: the same ticker can refer to different assets on different chains.
• Trust addresses over names: always confirm you’re interacting with the exact address 0x95b1… on Base.
• Cross-check sources: explorers (like BaseScan) and analytics tools can complement each other when a token isn’t widely indexed.
• Watch liquidity and holder concentration: extreme concentration or opaque liquidity behavior increases risk.
• Document your findings: for teams, keep an internal record of verified addresses, deployers, and contract versions.

Key Takeaways

• ZRC at 0x95b16989761ff3d4efd62a8292e64e47ac150aec on Base is not confirmed to be Zircuit’s ZRC or Zora’s $ZORA.
• The most reliable way to identify it is to inspect the address directly on BaseScan and use on-chain analytics.
• For tracking and potential trading, a focused platform like GMGN.AI can help you analyze activity and manage risk: https://gmgn.ai/base/token/fV1R5sZ5_0x95b16989761ff3d4efd62a8292e64e47ac150aec

This content is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice. Always do your own research before buying or interacting with any token.