The second week of August 2026 (August 10–16) saw a wave of new listings, including six simultaneous listings on South Korea's major exchange Upbit, the listing of BULLCOIN on MEXC, and the debut of Squid Protocol's QUID token on multiple exchanges. Investors should note that these projects lack detailed information and carry high risks.
CYS (Cysic)
One of the tokens listed on Upbit on August 10, 2026. Cysic is reportedly building some form of project, though specific details remain unclear. The token surged more than 60% around its listing, raising concerns about potential insider trading. Source Source
ICNT
Listed on Upbit on the same day as CYS. Project details have not been disclosed, and its use cases and development status remain unknown. Source
XAN
Included in Upbit's August 10 listing, though no project information is currently available. Sharp price fluctuations are likely immediately after trading begins. Source
EDEN
Also newly listed on Upbit. It is unclear whether a project with the same name has existed in the past, and no official announcement regarding this token could be found. Source
AIOZ
The token of the AIOZ Network. While already an established project as a decentralized content delivery network (CDN), its listing on Upbit has now enabled trading in the BTC/USDT market. Source
ALLO
Listed on Upbit on the same day. Project details remain undisclosed, and the development team and roadmap are unconfirmed. Market capitalization and total supply are unknown. Source
BULLCOIN (BULLCOIN)
Listed as a USDT-margined futures pair in the MEXC Innovation Zone on August 10, 2026, at 15:30 JST. Grid trading bots became available five minutes later. The token's underlying entity and use cases are entirely unknown. It is highly likely to be a meme coin; exercise caution due to the potential for extreme volatility. Source
QUID (Squid)
The governance token for Squid, a cross-chain liquidity protocol. A token generation event was conducted on the Base chain on August 4, 2026, with trading commencing on PancakeSwap. Subsequently, Upbit listed the token on KRW, BTC, and USDT markets, and it also became available for trading on Kraken. Please note that purchases from Japan are generally required to be made through exchanges registered with the Financial Services Agency (FSA). Source Source Source
This Week's New Coin Comparison Table
| Coin | Category | Chain | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CYS | Unknown | Unknown | Listed on Upbit (8/10) | Link |
| ICNT | Unknown | Unknown | Listed on Upbit (8/10) | Link |
| XAN | Unknown | Unknown | Listed on Upbit (8/10) | Link |
| EDEN | Unknown | Unknown | Listed on Upbit (8/10) | Link |
| AIOZ | Existing (Content Delivery) | AIOZ Network | Listed on Upbit (8/10) | Link |
| ALLO | Unknown | Unknown | Listed on Upbit (8/10) | Link |
| BULLCOIN | Suspected Meme Coin | Unknown | Futures listing on MEXC (8/10) | Link |
| QUID | Governance Token | Base, others | Listed on PancakeSwap/Upbit/Kraken | Link |
Can You Buy from Japan?
None of the coins introduced in this article are listed on crypto asset exchange service providers registered with Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA), such as bitFlyer, Coincheck, or GMO Coin. Therefore, Japanese residents would need to use overseas exchanges like Upbit, Kraken, or MEXC to purchase these assets. However, using platforms other than FSA-registered providers is not recommended from the perspective of investor protection. In particular, utilizing unregistered overseas operators may leave you without legal recourse in the event of disputes. Residents of Japan must ensure they use only FSA-registered businesses and should refrain from attempting to access unregistered operators.
About Risks
Newly listed coins, particularly tokens with undisclosed project details, carry the following serious risks:
- Rug Pulls (Developer Exit Scams): A fraud where developers sell their tokens immediately after liquidity is provided, causing the price to drop to zero. Tokens like BULLCOIN or obscure Upbit listings face high exposure to this risk.
- Total Loss of Value: The majority of meme coins see trading volume dry up within days or weeks, rendering them practically worthless.
- Liquidity Shortages: Immediately after trading begins, order books are often thin, causing sharp price fluctuations even from small trades. Investors may find themselves unable to buy when they want to or sell when they need to.
- Insider Trading: In cases where prices surge prior to listing, as seen with CYS, there are strong suspicions of illicit purchases by insiders. This creates a high danger of retail investors buying at the peak.
- Information Asymmetry: Coins lacking whitepapers or audit reports have unclear development realities and security statuses. They lack the essential data required for sound investment decisions.
Summary
Of the eight tokens listed in the second week of August 2026, concrete project details could not be confirmed for any except QUID. In particular, the six tokens listed on Upbit appear to be listings in name only, raising concerns that they may lack substantive backing. The list also includes meme coins such as BULLCOIN, carrying an extremely high risk of exposure to speculative price volatility. Residents of Japan are generally required to trade through Financial Services Agency (FSA)-registered providers and should avoid engaging with such opaque coins originating from overseas markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Among the coins listed this week, are there any that can be bought from Japan?
None of the coins introduced here are confirmed to be handled by registered financial instruments business operators in Japan. Japanese residents are legally required to use only registered operators, so purchasing these coins would require using unregistered overseas exchanges, which is not recommended.
Why did CYS surge so sharply?
CYS surged over 60% around its listing on Upbit, but multiple news sources have pointed to the possibility of insider trading. It is likely that insiders accumulated the coin before the listing, and general investors jumped in after the announcement. Such sharp surges often lack sustainability.
What kind of project is BULLCOIN?
There is no official information about BULLCOIN. Apart from being listed as a futures product in MEXC's Innovation Zone, the project's purpose and team are unknown. Based on its name, it is speculated to be a meme coin, and no utility beyond speculation can be expected.
Is it safe to invest in these new coins?
No, it is not recommended. Especially coins with unclear details carry high risks of rug pulls (scams) and liquidity drying up, and the likelihood of losing your principal is extremely high. Additionally, there is no safe way to purchase them from Japan, and you would not receive legal protection.
Where can I buy QUID tokens?
QUID is tradable on overseas platforms such as PancakeSwap, Kraken, and Upbit, but none of these are registered with Japan's Financial Services Agency. Japanese residents are required to use registered operators, so you should refrain from purchasing on these platforms.
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