Nov 6, 2024
6thTrade
The Tron network is making headlines with a significant increase in transactions, solidifying its position among the top altcoin blockchains. October brought impressive growth, as transactions on Tron hit 238.6 million—a notable 8.15% jump from September. This uptick aligns with the successful launch of SunPump and the meme coin craze, which fueled both activity and revenue on the network.
Tron's Transaction Growth Hits New Heights
According to data from blockchain tracking platform Lookonchain, October’s surge in Tron transactions marks the eighth consecutive month of growth for the network. A major milestone was reached on October 24th when daily transactions peaked at 10.46 million, the highest in a year. The days following kept up the pace, with daily transactions consistently exceeding 6.5 million—a clear signal of strong engagement on the platform.
CryptoQuant, a popular analytics provider, recently echoed this sentiment in its analysis. Tron’s resurgence is evident in its rising transaction share among leading altcoin networks, further cementing its position as a top contender. By October 30th, Tron accounted for 43% of all transactions on major altchains, once again taking the lead in transaction processing.
This recent spike marks a comeback for Tron, which experienced a slight decline in dominance between August and early October due to increased activity on rival networks. However, with its transaction share now rebounding, Tron appears poised to maintain its prominent position among altcoins.
Meme Coins Fuel Activity on Tron
One of the key drivers behind Tron's activity surge has been the popularity of meme coins. CoinGecko reports that the meme coin market cap on Tron currently stands at around $205 million, with these assets playing a major role in boosting the network’s October revenue.
SunPump, Tron’s token launch platform for meme coins, has been pivotal in this growth. Since its launch in August, SunPump has contributed significantly to Tron’s quarterly earnings. The platform has seen a remarkable amount of TRX burned as a result of meme coin activity. In Q3 alone, SunPump’s activity accounted for nearly 27% of Tron’s total revenue. On August 21, Tron even reached a record-breaking daily burn of 34.7 million TRX, underscoring the intense demand driven by the meme coin frenzy.
Impact on Decentralized Exchange Volume
SunPump’s influence extended beyond transactions and revenue. Following its launch, Tron’s average daily DEX volume rose by an impressive 150% in Q3, underscoring the platform’s growing appeal to meme coin enthusiasts and DeFi users alike.
With its October performance and continued growth, Tron has demonstrated resilience and adaptability, leveraging trends like meme coins to drive activity and maintain its dominance among leading altcoins. As the network looks forward, all eyes will be on whether Tron can sustain this momentum in the evolving crypto landscape.
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