ApeCoin

APE

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$0.089

$0.000584(+0.66%)Today

Market cap

89.04M

Total volume (24h)

10.27M

Volume / Market cap

0.1153

Circulating supply

1.00B

Day range (24h)

$0.0869$0.0905

All-time low

$0.0817

All-time high

$26.70

About ApeCoin (APE)

Apecoin (APE) is a decentralized cryptocurrency, started in 2022 by the ApeCoin DAO. APE token is closely associated with Yuga Labs’ Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT project. Yuga Labs did not directly create Apecoin, but has adopted the token for its ecosystem.

What can I do with Apecoin (APE)?

Compatible with the Ethereum network, APE, pronounced “Ayy-p” is an ERC-20 token. You can use APE to trade and stake digital currencies, as well as participate in the Ethereum network. Ethereum’s ecosystem is powered by technology called smart contracts.

What is a smart contract?

A smart contract is a digital agreement written in computer code that lives on the Ethereum blockchain. It automatically does something when certain conditions are met. For example, if you send me 1 APE, the smart contract instantly sends you a digital artwork that I created. No human needs to be there to make it work, the smart contract follows the rules it was programmed with.

Why is the Ethereum blockchain important for Apecoin?

The Ethereum blockchain network consists of a huge, secure, ever-growing ledger of smart contract transactions, which everyone can see and is immutable. Once a traditional smart contract is created, it can't be altered. These types of smart contracts will always follow the original rules that they were programmed with. Upgradable smart contracts allow for changes to be made, adapting to new requirements, or fixing bugs.

What are the most popular uses for Apecoin (APE)?

APE is the utility and governance token for ApeCoin DAO and the ApeChain ecosystem. As a governance token, APE holders can participate in the ApeCoin DAO and vote on proposals e.g. about fund allocation and partnerships. ApeCoin is also used for token gating access to exclusive features: APE holders can access to member-only events, games, services, and other incentives. ApeCoin is also used as the in-game currency in blockchain-based games like Benji Bananas by Animoca Brands, and Legends of the Mara by Otherside Metaverse by Yuga Labs, where players can earn APE. ApeCoin holders can stake their APE to earn rewards. Some brands e.g. Gucci started accepting ApeCoin as a payment method for online purchases.

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Price history

Today (April 15, 2026)	$0.089	+0.66%
24 hours ago (April 14, 2026)	$0.0884	+0.66%
1 week ago (April 8, 2026)	$0.0913	-2.54%
1 month ago (March 16, 2026)	$0.1021	-12.83%
1 year ago (April 15, 2025)	$0.4226	-78.94%

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24h change: -0.21%. From $0.0878 to $0.0876.

Bitfinex ended spot and margin trading for APE pairs effective March 4, 2026. The decision impacts availability on the exchange for users seeking those markets. Alternative platforms continue to support APE liquidity.
ApeChain uses APE as native gas token, with ApeCo matching burns for deflationary pressure. Recent integrations like Tristero enable cross-chain swaps into APE ecosystem. Community drives NFT projects and events on the chain.

April 14, 2026

24h change: +1.75%. From $0.0858 to $0.0873.

ApeChain, the layer-3 network for the ApeCoin ecosystem, has reached its one-year anniversary. Coverage details its initial rise and subsequent challenges in adoption and performance. Activity persists with NFT collections and gaming integrations.
ApeCoin has rebranded, introducing a new gorilla logo to better represent the broader Ape community including BAYC and ApeChain. The change aims to unify branding across the ecosystem. It coincides with efforts to reinforce core pillars like ApeChain and Otherside.
ApeCoin's NFT staking pools have migrated from Ethereum to ApeChain using shadow delegation technology. This eliminates the need for NFT bridging and improves user experience. The move supports lower costs and faster transactions on the dedicated chain.

April 13, 2026

24h change: -4.00%. From $0.0888 to $0.0852.

Yuga Labs CEO Greg Solano proposed dissolving the ApeCoin DAO and transferring its treasury to a new Yuga-controlled entity called ApeCo. The move aims to improve efficiency in developing ApeChain and BAYC initiatives. This could reshape governance for APE holders and the ecosystem.
ApeCoin DAO migrated its three NFT staking pools from Ethereum to ApeChain on April 15, 2025, using shadow delegation. Users no longer need to bridge NFTs, simplifying the process. This supports ApeChain as the primary network for APE utility and growth.

April 12, 2026

24h change: -3.37%. From $0.0891 to $0.0861.

Yuga Labs agreed to settle its trademark dispute with artist Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen over the RR/BAYC NFT collection that mimicked Bored Ape imagery. The settlement prohibits defendants from using Yuga trademarks and avoids a trial. This clears a major legal hurdle for the BAYC brand central to the ApeCoin ecosystem.

April 11, 2026

24h change: -0.95%. From $0.0899 to $0.089.

Yuga Labs proposed dissolving the ApeCoin DAO and launching ApeCo to handle stewardship of APE and ApeChain. The community approved AIP-596 to deprecate token-holder governance and transfer assets. This change aims to improve efficiency after issues like inactive stewards and failed governance.
BitMart enabled deposits and withdrawals for ApeCoin via ApeChain to lower costs and friction. This supports the native Layer 3 network built on Arbitrum Orbit using APE as gas. It advances ecosystem usability post-launch and staking migration.
Bored Ape Yacht Club market cap hit $1.4B matching 2021 mania start, seen as bottom after 90% drop from peaks. A BAYC NFT listed at over 100 ETH loss highlights weakness. This full retrace signals potential NFT market reset.

April 11, 2026

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