- Conor McGregor’s REAL token raised less than 40% of its US$1M fundraising goal.
- The team behind REAL will refund all investors after failing to meet the minimum target.
The REAL token project, which had made a scene because it was supported directly by the former UFC champion, Conor McGregor, had to face the harsh reality.
Within 28 hours, this presale token was only able to collect around $392,000 from 668 investors, far from the minimum $1 million target set. With this achievement, less than 40% of the threshold was successfully collected, making the developer team finally take a step back.
JUST IN: CONOR MCGREGOR’S TOKEN DEVELOPERS TO REFUND INVESTORS AFTER FAILING TO HIT $1M TARGET
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Instead of forcing themselves, they chose to return all investor funds. “We must be realistic,” their statement sounded. “We do not reach the minimum fundraising target. All offers will be fully returned. This is not the end.” This step certainly becomes renewed optimism in the heat of the crypto space, which is often known as a ‘ghosting’ project after failing.
McGregor himself had written, “Ladies and Gentlemen, This is REAL.” On social media, as if emphasizing that even though this project has not been successful, they still prioritize transparency. But still, there is curiosity: how can a big name like McGregor, which usually becomes a magnetic attention, is not even able to boost this project through the start line?
REAL: Bad Timing and Bigger Ambitions Collide
It could be that the time is not right. REAL launch together with the condition of the crypto market that is again sluggish. Bitcoin and Ethereum, which usually become a barometer of investor enthusiasm, are down sharply. In the world of crypto, it is like cloudy weather when you want to sell ice cream.
On the other hand, this project also has an ambitious target: not only $1 million, but up to $3.6 million as a whole. While the number that entered did not reach one-third. Even with McGregor as the front face, investors seem to prefer to wait on the sidelines first.
Trump and Iggy Show What Goes Viral, Wins
On the other hand, just look at US President Donald Trump. Through the TRUMP token based in the Solana Blockchain, now almost 89% of his net wealth comes from crypto assets. This token is even considered a new path for the industry to support it financially.
The story is different from Iggy Azalea. Also in Solana, the Australian artist started a token called MOTHER on the Pumpfun platform. The market cap has reached $200 million in only the first two weeks.
Iggy even revealed the opening of “Motherland,” an online casino powered by Mother as the primary currency. From poker to sports betting, all wrapped in catchy branding. Who would have thought a rapper could be a casino developer?
Furthermore, the emergence of givers like TRUMP and MOTHER makes retail investors now more interested in projects that have entertainment and viral potential value. Tokens with utilities that are too “serious” actually look boring.
Hawk Tuah Girl Returns After Crypto Setback
Then there is Hailey Welch, aka “Hawk Tuah Girl,” who was dragged by the Hawk token scandal. Its value has plummeted in just a day after launch, causing accusations of fraud and various legal speculations. However, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) closed its investigation without the findings of violations.
Now, Hailey has returned to its podcast, Talk Tuah, and is ready to explore the crypto space again-even though maybe with more careful steps.
