Where do our facts come from?
We rely on a hierarchy of sources, weighted by reliability:
| Source tier | Examples | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Blockchain explorers (Etherscan, Solscan), official project docs, SEC filings, exchange APIs | Highest |
| Secondary | Audit reports from firms like CertiK, Quantstamp; regulatory agency statements | High |
| Tertiary | Established crypto news outlets, academic research | Supporting only |
We never cite another blog as the sole source for a factual claim. If we cannot verify a claim against a primary or secondary source, we cut the sentence.
How do we evaluate a new token?
Before covering any meme coin or new token launch, we run through a standard checklist:
- Contract verification. Is the smart contract verified on the blockchain explorer? Have we read the code or a recent audit?
- Liquidity status. Is liquidity locked? For how long? Through which locker?
- Holder distribution. Does any single wallet (excluding the contract itself) hold more than 5% of supply?
- Team transparency. Are the developers identified? Have they shipped previous projects?
- Community signals. Is the community organic or botted? What does the Telegram and social activity look like?
A token does not need to pass every check to be covered. But we disclose which checks it failed.
How do we handle prices and market data?
Prices are sourced from CoinGecko, CoinMarketCap, or direct DEX data via DexScreener at the time of writing. We never hard-code a specific price or market cap without linking the source. All price data carries an implicit timestamp.
How do we handle corrections?
When we discover an error in a published article:
- We correct it immediately and update the “Last reviewed” date.
- For material corrections (wrong price, wrong chain, misidentified project), we add a correction note at the top of the article.
- We do not silently edit published claims.
If you spot an error, contact us at contact@trogmeme.fun.
How often do we update content?
Market-sensitive articles (price analysis, new launches) are reviewed within 30 days. Evergreen guides (wallet setup, educational content) are reviewed quarterly. The “Last reviewed” date on each article reflects the most recent review, not the original publication date.
What we will not do
- Accept payment for coverage or reviews
- Fabricate statistics, quotes, or ratings
- Present promotional content as editorial
- Recommend specific investments