Crypto enthusiasts have created a new meme coin called MICKEY, inspired by the beloved cartoon character Mickey Mouse. This comes after Steamboat Willie, the first cartoon featuring Mickey, entered the public domain in 2024.
The creators describe MICKEY as representing the timeless cultural icon Mickey Mouse and reflecting digital culture. The token was launched to mark Mickey’s release into the public domain and the start of a new adventure.
MICKEY is specifically inspired by the 1928 version of Mickey from Steamboat Willie. It operates on the Ethereum blockchain and currently has a modest market cap.
Meme coins like MICKEY are volatile digital assets based on internet jokes or cultural figures. Under US copyright law, characters are protected for 95 years, so Steamboat Willie is now in the public domain. This allows creators to use the early Mickey without permission, though later versions remain under copyright.
So while the 1928 cartoon is now freely usable, most later Mickey Mouse works are still protected. The MICKEY token aims to capitalize on the public domain status of the first Mickey cartoon.
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