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Peanut the Squirrel and Binance: Between Memecoins and Rights Protection

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Mark Longo, the owner of Peanut the Squirrel, filed a legal complaint against Binance for the alleged unauthorized use of the 'PNUT' trademark and his pet's image. This comes amid a surge in the meme coin market.

Legal Claims Against Binance

Mark Longo accused Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, of violating his intellectual property rights by using the 'PNUT' name and image of his pet without permission. Longo stated that his legal team has sent a cease-and-desist letter to Binance.

"My legal team initiated action against Binance for the unauthorized use of my intellectual property, including images and stories featuring my beloved animals."

'Justice for Peanut' Memecoin

Amidst the legal battle, Longo launched the 'Justice for Peanut' (JFP) memecoin, branding it as the 'only real PNUT coin.' Initially, the token surged, reaching a market cap of $116 million, but later its value dropped over 95% to $2.5 million.

Some members of the crypto community have expressed skepticism, accusing Longo of exploiting the situation for financial gain. A commenter on social media noted that Longo has already made millions from crypto projects, and some see this as a pattern of market exploitation.

The Rise of Peanut the Squirrel in the Crypto World

Peanut the Squirrel gained fame as a social media influencer and became a pivotal figure in the meme coin ecosystem. In September 2021, following a confrontation with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), Peanut was confiscated from Longo due to concerns about animal welfare. Tragically, Peanut died, which sparked public outrage and drew attention to the issue. High-profile support, including from Elon Musk, amplified the emotional appeal and led to the creation of memecoins based on his image and name.

The story of Peanut the Squirrel and Binance highlights the complex issues of intellectual property in the rapidly evolving crypto world. Attention to rights and brand protection remains a crucial aspect for market participants, especially amid the emergence of new digital currencies.

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