2026 Outlook: Which Meme Coin Will Challenge Dogecoin — PEPE, SHIB, or Layer Brett?

As reported by Bijié Wǎng, the meme coin space dominated by Dogecoin is evolving into a battleground for innovation and speculation. As 2026 approaches, investors are evaluating whether Shiba Inu (SHIB), Pepe Coin (PEPE), or the newer Layer Brett (LBRETT) could surpass Dogecoin. SHIB and PEPE are showing signs of stagnation, with SHIB’s market cap at $8.2 billion but below its 50-day moving average. Whale activity has declined, and both tokens face structural weaknesses, including low token burn rates and no staking utility. PEPE is in a downward trend, with analysts warning of a potential 30% correction in 2025. In contrast, Layer Brett introduces a new model by combining meme culture with Ethereum Layer 2 infrastructure, offering 10,000 TPS and gas fees as low as $0.0001. It also features a deflationary burn model and integrations with NFTs and dApps. Analysts suggest LBRETT could overcome scalability issues that hinder SHIB and PEPE, offering a more balanced risk profile and potential for exponential returns.