Dogecoin Mascot Dog, Kabosu, Dies at 18
Beloved Shiba Inu Passed Away on Friday
Internet Icon's Image Sparked Viral Meme and Cryptocurrency
Kabosu, the beloved Shiba Inu who became the face of the popular Dogecoin cryptocurrency, has sadly passed away at the age of 18. The news was confirmed by her owner, Atsuko Sato, in a heartfelt post on social media.
Kabosu first gained internet fame in 2013 when a photo of her with her distinctive raised eyebrows and a funny expression went viral. The image quickly became associated with the "doge" meme, a popular internet trend where users would add humorous captions to pictures of Kabosu.
In 2013, the Dogecoin cryptocurrency was created, using an image of Kabosu as its official mascot. Dogecoin quickly gained popularity, becoming one of the most valuable cryptocurrencies in the world. The image of Kabosu has since become synonymous with Dogecoin, and her death has sparked tributes and an outpouring of grief from the cryptocurrency community.
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