So Mysterious: Future, Adele, Zara Larsson Appear to Be Hacked to Promote Memecoin

Several high-profile celebrity Instagram accounts have been targeted in a bizarre hacking incident, leaving fans and experts alike scratching their heads. On Thursday, artists such as Future, Adele, Tyla, Michael Jackson, and Pink Floyd suddenly posted what appeared to be doctored images of themselves holding memecoin tokens. The sudden appearance of these posts has sparked widespread confusion and curiosity.

Among the seemingly hacked celebrities was Swedish singer-songwriter Zara Larsson, who took to Instagram Stories to address the strange incident. "Wait??? I didn't post this???" she wrote in her post, accompanied by a photo that seemed to show Future holding a memecoin token. "Hahaha why did so many artists get hit with this?? Is this a genius marketing hack? I saw Tyla and Adele right under this post with the same thing," she added.

"Am I a secret feature??? And he's like 'surprise!!! You're gonna be on the album???'?" Larsson wondered, her tone tinged with excitement and confusion. "Will the hackers post more? Do they have access to my account now? Aaaahhh it's all so mysterious and exciting!!!!" Her post was met with a mix of amusement and concern from fans, who were eager to know what had happened.

The origin of the since-deleted posts and who exactly was behind the alleged hacks remains unclear. Representatives for Future, Adele, Tyla, Michael Jackson, and Pink Floyd did not immediately respond to Rolling Stone's request for comment.

But the incident has raised questions about the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency and memecoins. As mentioned in a recent article by Miles Klee, "crypto has always traded on the dynamics of digital spaces, but memecoins, inherently more volatile and gimmicky than something like Bitcoin, are uniquely tied to the vicissitudes of online culture."

Memecoins have gained significant traction in recent times, with their value surging and reaching a total market cap of as much as $140 billion in December 2024. They account for more than 11 percent of the "altcoin" market (which excludes standard tokens like Bitcoin and Ether). While these currencies may have no underlying value, they can be fueled by online communities that band together to create viral momentum for the asset.

From green dildos on WNBA courts to the Trumps launching their own memecoins, the cryptocurrency landscape has become increasingly complex. And with the first family reportedly netting over $2 billion from their memecoin ventures, it's clear that this phenomenon is here to stay – at least for now.

As the world of cryptocurrency continues to evolve, one thing is certain: the intersection of online culture and digital assets will only become more fascinating. And for those who dare to navigate this uncharted territory, the rewards can be substantial. But beware: the ride is far from smooth, and the stakes are higher than ever.