Chainalysis Expands Coverage to Solana-Based Memecoins

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has expanded its capabilities to include Solana's Pump.fun memecoins, offering enhanced compliance tracking.

This move ensures that cryptocurrency exchanges can now list these memecoins with full regulatory oversight, and governments can monitor for potential fraud or scams.

According to Matthew Wilson, Product Director at Chainalysis, the company’s platform now provides comprehensive monitoring for all Solana tokens, including Pump.fun memecoins, from the moment they are deployed. This extended coverage includes real-time alerts and detailed tracing features. Wilson emphasized that exchanges are assured of compliance, and government agencies can use the tool to detect illicit activities surrounding these tokens.

The update has garnered positive feedback from industry professionals. Christopher Roberts of Schwartz Associates expressed approval, highlighting this feature as a key reason for their ongoing partnership with Chainalysis. On the other hand, compliance consultant Stephen Sergent humorously remarked on the ability to engage with these meme coins in a compliant manner, despite the inherent risks.

However, not all jurisdictions are embracing these tokens. The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has imposed a ban on Pump.fun, warning users about potential scams associated with the platform. While UK users are blocked from accessing Pump.fun, the FCA has allowed them to withdraw their assets to private wallets, continuing to caution against using unauthorized services like Pump.fun.