What is pump and dump?
Updated: 2026-10-07 · MarketRadar Whale
In a pump and dump a group lifts the price with promotion and then sells. Those who arrive late lose.
Signs
- Hyped promotion in channels
- A sudden jump in price and volume
- A coin with thin liquidity
Protect yourself
Avoid suspicious coins with no news, and do not rush.
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Live ranking Telegram botFrequently asked questions
Does pump.fun mean pump and dump?
pump.fun is a platform; the name is unrelated.
What role do whales play?
Sometimes they lift the price and sell.
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