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 <p class="is-style-lead">Amidst false reports of rapper Lil Tay’s death, the crypto realm sees the baffling rise of two “LilTay” tokens, sparking intrigue and speculation.</p> 
 <p>The sudden appearance of two crypto tokens named “LilTay” has intrigued and confused the crypto community.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>With one on the BNB Chain and another on the Ethereum (ETH) platform, the situation is rife with speculation and cautionary tales.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>The stage was set with a false death report of 14-year-old rapper Lil Tay, whose real name is Tay Tien. A now-deleted Instagram post claimed her death.</p> 
 <p>However, it was later clarified that a third-party compromised her account.</p> 
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    <p lang="en" dir="ltr">I don’t know how true this is but this was posted from a different account the brother made claiming that the parents don’t want them in the public eye anymore and took away social media accounts pic.twitter.com/GAvYhn7Ab6</p>— £ (@toxiccox01) August 10, 2023 
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 <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="lil-tay-tokens-create-a-mess">Lil Tay tokens create a mess</h2> 
 <p>The BNB Chain version of the Lil Tay token, with a limited supply of just over 100 tokens, has yet to be traded. The team behind this token remains unknown, leading to various speculations.</p> 
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    <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Lil Tay Crypto Token 'LilTay' Emerges on BNB Chain Amidst False Reports on Rapper's Death. False reports about the <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="death" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/death.html">death</a> of internet-famous 14-year-old rapper&nbsp;Lil Tay&nbsp;have triggered the emergence of an unofficial <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="crypto" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/crypto.html">crypto</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="token" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/token.html">token</a> named "LilTay" on the&nbsp;BNB Chain. pic.twitter.com/0GQw2ocPtz</p>— Super Coin (@supercoin_2077) August 14, 2023 
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 <p>Some believe that crypto enthusiasts may have sought to capitalize on the media hype surrounding the alleged death, while others see it as a tribute to the young influencer.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>The truth remains shrouded in mystery, and the limited supply adds to the intrigue. The lack of trading and the silence from the creators have only fueled the speculation further.</p> 
 <p>Harry Tsang, Lil Tay’s ex-manager, has been developing an Ethereum-based “Lil Tay Token” for months. He has clarified that this token is unrelated to the BNB Chain version.</p> 
 <p>Tsang’s involvement in the Ethereum <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="token" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/token.html">token</a> adds a layer of legitimacy to the project. He has been sharing development updates long before the fake <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="death" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/death.html">death</a> scandal, emphasizing the project’s ongoing development.</p> 
 <p>Tsang has warned fans against potential scams involving Lil Tay. He clarified that no official launch had taken place on BNB Chain.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>The Liltay Token’s Twitter account has also cautioned followers.</p> 
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    <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sharing this to let everybody know that we will not be launching anything soon. We’ve been in development for 4-5 months now. <br><br>If anybody is reaching out to you for money saying they’re involved with $liltay it’s not true. <br><br>If you see another token/coin with liltay it’s a scam.</p>— Liltay Token (@LiltayToken) August 10, 2023 
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 <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="celebrity-inspired-tokens-a-trend-with-risks">Celebrity-inspired tokens: a trend with risks</h2> 
 <p>Creating tokens or meme coins inspired by celebrities or real-world events is not new. After PayPal’s announcement of PYUSD Stablecoin, fake PYUSD tokens flooded the Ethereum blockchain.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>Similarly, the BALD meme coin, believed to be linked to FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, delivered massive losses to investors.</p> 
 <p>Meme coins like Dogecoin have gained immense popularity, offering exponential returns for early investors. But with success comes imitation; not all imitations are created with good intentions. The Lil Tay tokens serve as a reminder of the need for caution and due diligence.</p> 
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 <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="lil-tay-token-s-future">Lil Tay token’s future</h2> 
 <p>The Lil Tay crypto controversy is a complex tale that reflects the broader challenges and opportunities in the crypto world.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>Whether driven by opportunism, tribute, or a well-planned project, these <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="tokens" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/tokens.html">tokens</a> highlight the importance of due diligence and caution.</p> 
 <p>In a world where hype can quickly turn into heartache, the Lil Tay tokens are a stark reminder that not everything that glitters in the crypto world is gold.&nbsp;</p> 
 <p>As Tsang wisely put it, the situation calls for “cautious consideration” and a discerning eye that looks beyond the surface.&nbsp;</p> 
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