Ethereum NFT Auction Sparks Controversy with Solana Community

Dispute Arises Over NFT Auction of Dogwifhat Meme Coin Inspiration

A recent dispute has surfaced in the world of meme coins, specifically involving the Solana community and the owners of the real-life Shiba Inu that inspired the popular Dogwifhat (WIF) meme coin.

Background of the Controversy

• An Ethereum NFT featuring the iconic photo of Achi, the dog behind the Dogwifhat meme, is up for auction.
• A South Korean Instagram user, claiming to be Achi’s owner, announced the auction of the original photo that sparked the viral meme.
• The NFT auction is hosted on the Ethereum NFT platform Foundation, with the current bid at 50 ETH (over $182,000).

Community Backlash and Partnership Decision

The decision to partner with Feisty DAO for the NFT auction has faced criticism from the WIF community and Solana users. Many were disappointed that Achi’s owners did not collaborate with the WIF team on Solana.

Response from Achi’s Owners

In response to the backlash, Achi’s owners addressed the criticisms, urging for support and understanding from the community.

Previous Attempts and Collaboration

• Achi’s owners had previously tried to work with Solana users, which did not end well.
• Following the success of WIF, another meme coin called ACHI emerged but was abandoned shortly after launch, leading to the collaboration with Feisty DAO for the NFT auction.

Lack of Communication with WIF Community

Despite the success of WIF, Achi’s parents claimed they had not been contacted by the WIF community until recently, highlighting a lack of coordination.

Potential Move to Solana

Feisty DAO expressed openness to minting the NFT on Solana if there is interest from the community, but initial attempts to engage with the WIF community did not yield positive responses.