“Guess he’s not exactly the chill guy we thought, huh?”: Chill Guy Creator Cries Copyright Violation after Crypto Meme Coin Blows Past $500M
In November 2024, a viral meme turned cryptocurrency, Chill Guy, caused a stir in both the crypto and legal worlds. The Solana-based meme coin soared to an
Creator of the Chill Guy meme threatens takedowns after doxxing, crypto coin surge
The Chill Guy meme crypto controversy involves an image of an anthropomorphized dog wearing casual clothing and an unbothered smirk. This character, created by a Twitter artist and granted meme status by fans, became so popular in 2024 that an unknown individual made a crypto coin out of it.
Chill Guy goes viral: From meme sensation to crypto frenzy
How did a drawing become a global phenomenon, and what does the creator think about it? Who is Chill Guy?
What is the 'Chill Guy' meme? What to know about origin, copyright feud and crypto sales
The "Chill Guy" meme is an anthropomorphic dog, wearing a sweater, blue jeans and sneakers. Social media users relate to his cool and calm demeanor.
What Is ‘Chill Guy’ Meme About? Meaning & Copyright Feud Explained
Social media keeps buzzing with the rise of new trends. The latest one is the Chill Guy meme which has taken every platform by storm including the cryptocurrency market. However, things have taken an ugly turn with the emergence of a copyright controversy.
Who Is Phillip Banks? Artist Behind Viral 'Chill Guy' Meme AKA 'My New Character'
Phillip, a North Carolina-based artist, created the "Chill Guy" meme featuring a dog dressed as a human. Active on social media, he has over 20,000 Instagram and 60,000 X followers. In an October 2023 Q&A,
Who is Phillip Banks? Artist behind viral Chill Guy meme threatens legal action over latest internet sensation
As the Chill Guy meme takes over the internet while dominating the cryptocurrency market, the artist behind the viral sensation, Phillip Banks, is looking to copyright the character.
TikTok Meme Coin CHILLGUY Soars 101% Despite Creator’s Legal Threats
Chill Guy meme coin soared 101% after creator Phillip Banks threatened legal action, highlighting TikTok’s role in driving crypto trends.
As Chill Guy Meme Goes Viral, It's Creator Is Threatening Legal Action
A new meme has landed—well, sort of. Last year, its creator, Phillip Bankss, introduced the Chill Guy character on Bluesky, and now it’s finally taking off. In October 2023, Bankss described the character on Bluesky,
What is the Chill Guy meme? Where did it come from? Explaining the viral trend
Are you just a Chill Guy? Or are you confused about all these Chill Guy memes? Here's what to know about the viral trend.
Chill guy: From meme stardom to cryptocurrency sensation
Recently, social media has been inundated with an unexpected trend: "Chill Guy." Who is this laid-back character, why is he gaining popularity on TikTok, and how has he inspired a cryptocurrency craze?
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Solana (SOL)-Based CHILLGUY Memecoin Falters As Illustrator Threatens Legal Action: Report
The illustrator behind the viral "Chill Guy" meme is warning CHILLGUY holders that he plans to take legal action against the Solana (SOL)-based memecoin over copyright issues.
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TikTok meme coin CHILLGUY hits $500 million market cap
TikTok meme token CHILLGUY hits $500M market cap in five days, with a 20,000% surge driven by viral social media adoption.
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Chill Guy (CHILLGUY) takes over DEX trading despite copyright warnings from the author of the token’s cartoon
Chill Guy (CHILLGUY) rallied, despite threats from cartoonist Phillip Banks, who threatened legal action against using his ...