Kabosu, the Shiba Inu whose face launched the world of dog-themed cryptocurrencies, has passed away at the age of over 17. Her owner announced the sad news in a blog post, stating that Kabosu died early Friday morning. A farewell party will be held for her on Sunday, May 26th, at Flower Kaori in Kotsu no Mori, Narita City, from 1pm to 4pm.
Kabosu's journey to internet fame began with a viral meme that inspired the creation of Dogecoin ($DOGE ) in 2013. What started as a joke currency quickly gained traction, leading to the rise of an entire sector of dog-themed tokens, including Shiba Inu ($SHIB ) and Floki ($FLOKI ). These cryptocurrencies have grown into some of the most notable assets in the digital currency market.
As the face of this meme-driven movement, Kabosu's legacy extends beyond her adorable image. She symbolizes the unexpected and often whimsical nature of the cryptocurrency world, where a simple picture of a dog can spark a financial revolution.
Kabosu's passing marks the end of an era, but her influence on the crypto industry will be remembered for years to come.