Conor McGregor’s REAL token fails to meet fundraising target, relaunch planned
Despite efforts to promote fairness, Conor McGregor’s REAL token auction failed to reach its $1 million goal.
Conor McGregor’s cryptocurrency project, REAL, failed to meet its $1 million fundraising target. It raised only $392,000 during its 28-hour presale.
The token saw 668 participants bidding, but the amount was well below the required minimum. As a result, all bids were refunded in full.
RWG cited challenging macroeconomic conditions and the distraction caused by the meme coin narrative for the failure. Despite this, the team reassured participants that the project would relaunch soon.
McGregor had emphasised that the REAL token wasn’t just another celebrity-backed gimmick. It was a serious attempt to change the crypto ecosystem.
The REAL token auction used a sealed-bid mechanism to promote fairness and transparency. Despite efforts, the project struggled with market confusion due to its link with McGregor and broader crypto market volatility.
The launch coincided with a decline in investor interest in meme coins. It was further exacerbated by global economic concerns, including President Trump’s tariff policies.
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