Dogwifhat Drama: Solana Community at Odds with Shiba Inu Owners over NFT Auction
A dispute has arisen in the world of meme coins, pitting the Solana community against the owners of the real-life Shiba Inu that inspired the explosive Dogwifhat (WIF) meme coin. The controversy centers around the auction of an Ethereum NFT featuring the iconic photo of Achi, the dog who became the face of the popular Dogwifhat meme.
Auctioning Achi’s Photo
A South Korean Instagram user, claiming to be the owner of Achi, announced their intention to auction an NFT of the original photo that sparked the viral meme. The user had consistently posted pictures of Achi wearing various woven outfits over the past five years and revealed their plans to celebrate the dog’s fame. The NFT auction is hosted on the Ethereum platform Foundation and is set to conclude soon.
Community Outrage over Partnership with Feisty DAO
The choice to partner with Feisty DAO, an online community experienced in acquiring and fractionalizing Shiba Inu-related NFTs on the Ethereum blockchain, has sparked discontent among members of the WIF community and other Solana users. Many expressed disappointment that Achi’s owners didn’t collaborate with the WIF team on Solana for the NFT drop.
Backlash Against Achi’s Owners
The backlash against Achi’s owners escalated to a point where they felt compelled to address the criticisms publicly. They pleaded with people not to insult them or Achi and asked for support instead. Interestingly, Achi’s owners had previously attempted to work with Solana users but had a negative experience. This led them to collaborate with Feisty DAO for a smoother and more secure auction process.
Lack of Communication with WIF Community
While some members of the WIF community expressed frustration over the lack of coordination between Achi’s owners and the meme coin community, it appears that little effort was made to establish contact with the family behind the dog that propelled their token to a multi-billion dollar valuation. Achi’s parents claimed to have never heard from anyone in the WIF community until recently when they attempted to reach out.
Potential for Collaboration
Path, a member of Feisty DAO overseeing the NFT auction, expressed openness to the idea of re-minting the NFT on Solana if there was interest from the Solana community. They even reached out to a prominent member of the WIF community to gauge their interest in purchasing the Achi NFT but received no positive response.
Hot Take: A Need for Communication and Collaboration
The Dogwifhat drama highlights the importance of effective communication and collaboration within crypto communities. While Achi’s owners made a decision that sparked controversy, it is essential for all parties involved to engage in open dialogue and find common ground. By working together, both the Solana community and Achi’s owners could have potentially created a more inclusive and mutually beneficial NFT auction experience.
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