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Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Surprises With Dogecoin Message: Details

Release: 2024/05/24 20:06 Reading: 206

Original author:U_Today

Original source:https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/66507b4395dcbe114d4d73b5

Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Surprises With Dogecoin Message: Details

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In a heartfelt and unexpected tribute, Ethereum cofounder Vitalik Buterin took to X (formerly Twitter) to mourn the passing of Kabochan, the beloved Shiba Inu dog that inspired the iconic Dogecoin meme.

The news of Kabosu's passing was shared by her owner, Atsuko Sato, who announced that the cherished pet had died peacefully in her sleep. Sato described Kabosu's final moments as peaceful, with the morning sun streaming through the window and birds singing, marking a serene end to the dog's joyful life.

On his X account, Buterin posted a simple yet poignant message: "Rest in Peace Kabochan" in reaction to Kabochan's owner, Atsuko Sato's, post announcing her passing away.

Rest in peace Kabochan 💛 https://t.co/R4Fx7rbmcw— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) May 24, 2024

Kabosu, affectionately known as "Kabochan" by fans, was more than just a meme; she was a symbol of the playful spirit of the internet and the cryptocurrency movement. Her image, characterized by a quizzical expression, sparked not only a global meme phenomenon but also inspired Dogecoin, which started as a joke but is now the eighth-most valuable cryptocurrency, with a market capitalization of $22.88 billion.

Born around Nov. 2, 2005, Kabosu was rescued from a puppy mill by Atsuko Sato, a kindergarten teacher living in Sakura, Japan. The Doge meme featuring Kabosu’s iconic quizzical expression would later become an internet sensation in 2013, spreading joy and laughter across the world.

The news of Kabochan’s passing has elicited a strong reaction across social media. Members of the Dogecoin community, affectionately known as "Shibes," as well as the general crypto community continue to pay tribute.

Dogecoin’s official X account also posted a tribute, saying, "Today Kabosu, our community's shared friend and inspiration, peacefully passed in the arms of her person. The impact this one dog has made across the world is immeasurable. She was a being who knew only happiness and limitless love."

The Dogecoin Foundation also paid its respects, posting on X, "Rest in peace, dear Kabosu, beloved Doge. You were very much wow."

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