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Ponke Partners with 223 to Launch Licensed Phygital Products at Las Vegas Expo

The Solana-based meme coin is expanding into global retail with NFC-enabled merchandise, targeting adult-focused and counterculture markets.

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Overview

  • Ponke has formalized a master licensing deal with 223, a JCorp spinout, to manufacture, distribute, and sub-license toys, apparel, and phygital collectibles.
  • The partnership will debut a dozen concept products at the 2025 Las Vegas Licensing Expo, positioning Ponke alongside major IPs like Disney and Marvel.
  • New products will feature NFC technology, allowing functionalities such as NFT authenticity proofs, token rewards, and digital loot-box keys.
  • Ponke aims to transition from a viral internet phenomenon to a scalable consumer brand, leveraging 223’s global licensing infrastructure.
  • Future product plans include adult-oriented collectibles and counterculture-focused items, with discussions underway for co-branded collaborations.