Sultan Gustaf Al Ghozali, an Indonesian college student who previously earned $1 million by selling non fungible tokens (NFTs) of his daily selfies in 2022, has resurfaced with a new venture. This time, he has raised $1.8 million in a memecoin presale, marking his return to the crypto spotlight.
Ghozali Everyday Project
In January 2022, Ghozali gained widespread attention for minting NFTs featuring his daily selfies spanning five years. Dubbed “Ghozali Everyday,” the collection garnered immense support from the crypto community, propelling Ghozali’s earnings to over $1 million while he was still a student.
After graduating from college in 2023, Ghozali announced his departure from selfie-taking on social media platform X, reflecting on his unconventional success. However, he recently reemerged amidst the rising interest in memecoins, unveiling the second iteration of his project – a hybrid memecoin and NFT venture on the Base blockchain.
Just took the last selfie when I graduated from college and finally i can stop this doing this shit almost every day
6 years taking selfies every day is the stupidest idea I ever came up with, but luckily I can make money from it pic.twitter.com/qftRH6WRua
— Ghozali (@Ghozali_Ghozalu) August 24, 2023
The presale for Ghozali’s new project swiftly surpassed its initial cap of 400 Ether, reaching 527 ETH, equivalent to $1.8 million at the time of reporting. Notably, Ghozali committed to refunding any excess ETH sent after reaching the cap, demonstrating ethical conduct in his fundraising endeavors.
Memecoin Resurgence and Market Trends
The resurgence of interest in memecoins, particularly within the Solana network, has been evident amid a bullish trend in Bitcoin. Solana-based presale projects attracted significant capital inflows, reflecting what some describe as a period of “peak degeneracy” in the crypto space.
Coinbase’s layer-2 network, Base, has also witnessed increased attention, with its total value locked (TVL) doubling as investors eye the platform for memecoin ventures. Observers speculate that Base could emerge as the next hub for memecoin activity following Solana’s surge, potentially fueling rapid growth in the network.
While memecoins continue to attract investor interest and offer the possibility of quick returns, some industry experts remain cautious. Asset manager Franklin Templeton warned investors of the speculative nature of meme-based tokens, emphasizing their lack of inherent value or utility despite their potential for short-term gains.
Final Thoughts
Sultan Gustaf Al Ghozali’s journey from NFT selfies to memecoins highlights the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency markets. As he navigates this new phase of his entrepreneurial endeavors, Ghozali’s story underscores the importance of ethical conduct and awareness of market dynamics in the crypto space.
