The Solana-based memecoin platform $PUMP has surged 24% following aggressive treasury buybacks, but skepticism remains about its long-term viability.

The Rise and Fall of PUMP’s ICO
🚀 Record-breaking launch: Raised $500M in 12 minutes at $0.004 per token
📉 Post-ICO slump: Price crashed from $0.0068 amid whale sell-offs and airdrop delays
🛡️ Defensive moves: Pump.fun now uses daily fees for buybacks, including an $18.3M SOL repurchase
Can the Treasury Save PUMP?
💰 $398M in revenue (2M+ SOL) – A war chest for stabilization
📊 Double bottom breakout at $0.00310 – Next target: $0.00360
⚠️ Hidden selling pressure: Negative delta signals lingering doubts
Key Challenges Ahead
🔹 Sustainability concerns: Buybacks may not fix long-term demand
🔹 Competition heats up: OKX’s “Trade & Earn” rewards aim to boost volume
🔹 Whale activity: Over $160M dumped post-ICO
Technical Outlook: Bullish or Doomed?
✅ Breakout confirmed – Holding above $0.00310 is critical
📉 Risk of reversal: Failure to sustain momentum could drop PUMP to $0.00295
🔍 Order flow mixed: Buyers absorbing sells, but bears lurk