Penguins Expand Their World with $PENGU Token

Pudgy Penguins, one of the top NFT collections by market value, is reaching beyond its devoted fanbase with a new token called PENGU. It plans to launch the token on the Solana blockchain by the end of this year, possibly bridging the gap between seasoned crypto enthusiasts and the huge audiences who recognize these charming penguins from social media, merchandise, and viral clips.

For over two years, Pudgy Penguins has appeared in households worldwide and inspired countless shares online.

In fact, the project’s team says its characters have gathered over 50 billion views across different platforms. Now, with the introduction of PENGU, those who’ve followed the brand—whether they own an NFT or not—can finally take a direct role in its evolving story.

A Broad Distribution and Clear Vision

PENGU will have a total supply of 88,888,888,888 tokens, according to the announcement. Of these, a sizable portion goes straight to the people who helped make Pudgy Penguins what it is today.

25.9% will go to the existing Pudgy Penguins community, to reward the early supporters who have been through the ups and downs with them. 24.12% will go to other communities, who may have seen these cute characters but never joined.

The distribution doesn’t stop there. A substantial 17.8% will be set aside for the current and future team, spread out over a longer vesting period—suggesting they’re in this for the long haul. Another 11.48% goes to the company itself, also with a vesting schedule, showing they’re building a future rather than simply cashing in.

Liquidity will get 12.35%, helping ensure active trading and stable prices. In comparison, smaller percentages go toward public good (4%), proliferation efforts (4%), and even a tiny fraction (0.35%) for specific holders like FTT owners. In total, this mix aims to keep everyone—from longtime NFT collectors to brand-new fans—engaged and included.

Why It Matters Now

NFTs have been through a turbulent time. Many collections vanished almost as quickly as they appeared. Still, Pudgy Penguins found ways to maintain cultural relevance and keep people interested. By introducing a fungible token, they’re evolving beyond collectibles.

With PENGU, a fan who’s never bought an NFT can still feel connected. The launch on Solana, known for fast and cheap transactions, could make it easier for newbies to get involved.

This is more than just a headline. This means that top NFT brands are exploring new ways to be relevant and accessible. Instead of just being digital art, Pudgy Penguins is building a multi-layered ecosystem with characters, community and now a token. As the project grows, it may inspire others to do the same – a future where NFTs and tokens overlap, complement each other and reach a wider audience than ever before.

Editor’s note: Written with the assistance of AI – Edited and fact-checked by Jason Newey.