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Cardano and Shiba Inu Named Best Cryptos To Buy For 2-3x Gains, But Layer Brett’s 50x Potential Steals The Show

The latest market commentary has highlighted Cardano and Shiba Inu as two of the best cryptos to buy now, with analysts expecting both tokens to deliver steady 2-3x gains in the upcoming bull run. While these established names continue to attract long-term investors, smaller projects are starting to take center stage. One of the most talked-about presales right now is Layer Brett (LBRETT), an Ethereum Layer 2 meme token that some traders believe could deliver up to 50x returns thanks to its unique blend of meme culture and blockchain utility

Cardano shows steady signs of growth

Cardano has always moved at its own pace. While other blockchains rushed features to market, Cardano (ADA) focused on a slow, research-first approach. Over the years, patience has paid off, with upgrades that finally brought smart contracts and a growing DeFi scene. Its community has stuck with it through thick and thin, and that loyalty is a big reason why Cardano still sits among the top crypto assets today.

Traders are now eyeing the charts and calling for a possible 2-3x move in the next bull run. That’s solid growth, but with such a huge market cap already, ADA doesn’t have the same explosive upside it once offered. For most investors, it’s turning into a steady long-term play rather than the kind of moonshot that smaller-cap coins can deliver.

Shiba Inu keeps its meme coin momentum

Shiba Inu has managed to stay relevant long after many thought it would fade. What began as a joke competitor to Dogecoin has grown into an ecosystem of its own, helped by Shibarium, a Layer 2 that makes SHIB cheaper and faster to use. Add in DeFi experiments, token burns, and metaverse projects, and Shiba Inu has shown it wants to be more than just a meme.

That said, SHIB’s size makes it harder to post the kind of gains that newer meme tokens sometimes achieve. Most forecasts call for a 2-3x move if the next bull run plays out as expected. Loyal holders see that as a win, but traders chasing the next breakout are already scanning the presale market for higher upside bets.

Why Layer Brett is stealing the spotlight

This is where Layer Brett (LBRETT) comes in. Unlike Shiba Inu and Cardano, which are already established, Layer Brett is still in its presale stage and building momentum quickly. As an Ethereum Layer 2 Meme Token, it combines viral meme appeal with real blockchain advantages like faster transactions, lower fees, and the security of Ethereum’s main network.

The presale has already raised more than $3.8 million, with tokens priced at $0.0058. Early buyers can stake their holdings through the project’s dApp, earning rewards of around 686% APY. These high returns will decline as adoption grows, encouraging early participation.

The roadmap for Layer Brett includes NFT integrations, gamified rewards, and community contests, along with a $1 million giveaway to fuel engagement. With a fixed supply of 10 billion tokens and transparent tokenomics, it is positioning itself as a scalable, community-first ecosystem that aims to compete with the biggest meme coins.

Conclusion

Both Cardano and Shiba Inu are expected to deliver respectable 2-3x gains in the next bull cycle, making them attractive choices for long-term investors. But for traders looking for higher potential, Layer Brett (LBRETT) is quickly becoming one of the most exciting opportunities of 2025.


With its Layer 2 foundation, strong presale demand, and staking rewards, analysts suggest Layer Brett has the potential to outperform with gains of up to 50x, a level of upside that even the most established altcoins may not reach.

Presale: LayerBrett | Fast & Rewarding Layer 2 Blockchain

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