5 tokens to watch as Thailand lets tourists convert crypto into local currency

Thailand’s decision to let tourists exchange cryptocurrency directly into Thai currency marks the speed at which digital currencies are becoming mainstream in global finance.

Bitcoin (BTC) is still in consolidation mode, with Ethereum (ETH) experiencing record inflows, a sign of rotation into ETH within institutional portfolios.

This means that cryptocurrencies built on Ethereum’s platform, like Little Pepe, are worth keeping an eye on.

Little Pepe (LILPEPE): Meme coin utility on Ethereum’s Layer-2

Among meme coins, Little Pepe is one of the few that combine cultural appeal with technical substance.

Built on its own Chain, an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible Layer-2 blockchain, LILPEPE delivers near-zero gas fees, fast finality, and zero-tax trading.

Anti-sniper-bot protection ensures fairness at launch, while the embedded Pepe Pump Pad allows new meme tokens to be deployed seamlessly.

The project is fully CertiK-audited, verified on FreshCoins, and already visible on CoinMarketCap. At Stage 12 of its presale, tokens are priced at $0.0021, with more than $22.3 million raised toward the $25.4 million target.

The next stage moves to $0.0022, creating incremental value for early participants.

With a confirmed $777,000 giveaway and Tier-1 exchange listings expected, data indicates LILPEPE could benefit from both technical infrastructure and strong community traction.

Speculatively, at a $300 million market cap, each LILPEPE token could trade around $0.03, representing significant upside from presale levels.

Lido Staked Ether (stETH): Liquid staking efficiency

Lido’s stETH offers investors yield without sacrificing liquidity, a feature gaining traction as staking demand rises. With more than $37.6 billion TVL, Lido is second only to AAVE among DeFi giants.

At $4,266 per stETH, the token reflects Ethereum’s price trajectory while giving holders the ability to trade or deploy assets in DeFi protocols.

For investors seeking both yield and flexibility, stETH represents a strong derivative play on Ethereum’s momentum.

Uniswap (UNI): Gateway to decentralized liquidity

Uniswap is still the biggest decentralized exchange, with a daily trading volume of $525.9 million and a token price of $10.40, according to CoinMarketCap.

Analysts observe that the price of UNI tends to follow global liquidity indicators like M2 money supply growth and hence is prone to macroeconomic changes.

Consolidation of trading at the $10 level suggests a possible breakout. Should liquidity conditions continue to widen, UNI can bask in capital rotation into decentralized trading platforms, which will further solidify its status as a token worth watching.

Chainlink (LINK): Cross-chain utility expands

Chainlink price recently hit $26 after a 12% surge in 24 hours. Its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) enables seamless transfers across blockchains, a feature already being piloted with Swift. 

With whale accumulation rising and resistance levels between $30–$36 in play, TradingView data indicates LINK could push toward $42 under favorable conditions.

Institutional adoption and integration into traditional financial systems make Chainlink one of the strongest infrastructure tokens to watch for 2025.

Ethena (ENA): Synthetic stablecoin innovation

Ethena’s USDe and staked version sUSDe represent an innovative approach to stablecoins. ENA powers governance and staking incentives, with recent trading at $0.63 and a market cap exceeding $4.5 billion.

TVL has crossed $12.7 billion, while institutional interest, bolstered by Arthur Hayes’ $3.7 million purchase, has fueled confidence. Technical charts highlight a breakout from a bullish flag pattern, suggesting further upside toward $0.80.

For those seeking yield and stability, Ethena provides an Ethereum-based alternative to traditional stablecoins.

Conclusion

Ethereum stands at the heart of Thailand’s move, being one of the first tokens approved for tourist spending. With more than $1 billion flowing into Ethereum ETFs in August, institutional conviction continues to grow. 

This momentum naturally extends to projects built around ETH, from Little Pepe (LILPEPE) to stETH, UNI, LINK, and ENA, each carrying unique roles in DeFi and beyond.

Together, they highlight where value may emerge as adoption widens. To explore LILPEPE further, investors can join its presale or connect with the community on Telegram.

For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below:

Website: https://littlepepe.com

Whitepaper: https://littlepepe.com/whitepaper.pdf

Telegram: https://t.me/littlepepetoken

Twitter/X: https://x.com/littlepepetoken

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