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UFC star Khamzat Chimaev is facing trouble with his new cryptocurrency, Smash. Experts suggest that people close to Chimaev might have bought most of the coins before they were available to everyone else, raising concerns of unfair advantage. 
The controversy has sparked debates about fairness in cryptocurrency launches, with critics questioning whether Chimaev's connections influenced the distribution of Smash tokens. As investigations progress, the situation has drawn attention to the challenges of transparency and equal access in the digital currency world.
<h3 id="span-span-data-font-font-size-style-font-size-16px-what-exactly-happened-span-span">What Exactly Happened?&nbsp;</h3>
Chimaev, a <a href="https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-currency-news/joe-fortune-dominates-australian-online-casino" class="f-link" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">rising star</a> in mixed martial arts, recently launched a digital coin called Smash on the Solana blockchain. Fans could buy these coins, hoping their value would go up as Chimaev became more famous.
But things quickly went wrong. A well-known online investigator named ZachXBT looked into how Smash coins were being bought and sold. What he found was worrying.
The Insider Problem ZachXBT says that wallets (digital accounts for storing crypto) linked to Chimaev's team and the coin's developers bought up to 78% of all Smash coins. This means regular fans only had access to a small amount of coins.
<h4>Why is this a Big Deal?&nbsp;</h4>
If insiders own most of the coins, they can easily change the price. They could sell a lot at once, making the price crash and leaving regular buyers with worthless coins.
Price Crash After these claims came out, the price of Smash coins dropped by more than 91% in just one day. This means people who bought the coins lost almost all their money very quickly.
Not the First Time Sadly, this isn't the first time a celebrity-backed cryptocurrency has faced problems. Many famous people have promoted coins that later crashed in value or turned out to be scams.
ZachXBT criticized Chimaev directly on social media, asking why he would risk his reputation with a "meme coin scam." <a href="https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-blogs-details/get-to-know-about-lovely-inu-and-its-lovely-crypto" class="f-link" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Meme coins</a> are cryptocurrencies that are often created as jokes or to capitalize on internet trends.
What Chimaev Says So far, Chimaev and his team haven't responded to these claims. Many fans are waiting to hear his side of the story.
<h4>Overall</h4>
This incident highlights ongoing problems in the world of cryptocurrency:
<ol>
 <li>Celebrity Influence - Famous people can easily convince fans to buy risky investments.</li>
 <li>Lack of Regulation - Unlike regular money, there aren't many rules to protect people buying cryptocurrency.</li>
 <li>Quick Profits vs Long-Term Value - Many crypto projects promise fast riches but don't have real long-term plans.</li>
 <li>Insider Trading - Without proper oversight, it's easy for those close to a project to unfairly profit.</li>
</ol>
<h4>What This Means for Fans&nbsp;</h4>
If you're thinking about buying cryptocurrency, especially one promoted by a celebrity:
<ul>
 <li>Do your research: Don't just trust a famous face.</li>
 <li>Understand the risks: Crypto prices can change very quickly.</li>
 <li>Be skeptical: If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.</li>
 <li>Start small: Never invest more than you can afford to lose.</li>
</ul>
<h4>What's Next?&nbsp;</h4>
It's unclear what will happen with Smash coins. Some possibilities:
<ul>
 <li>Chimaev might address the claims and try to fix the problems.</li>
 <li>Regulators might look into the situation.</li>
 <li>The project could be abandoned, leaving buyers with worthless tokens.</li>
</ul>
This story is still developing. It serves as a reminder that while cryptocurrency can be exciting, it also comes with big risks. Fans should always be careful when mixing their love for a celebrity with their money.
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UFC Star Khamzat Chimaev's 'Smash' Cryptocurrency Under Fire

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