Junkcoin (JKC) is a community-driven blockchain and cryptocurrency originally launched on May 3, 2013, as a fork of Litecoin. Intended as a satirical take on the crypto space, it was "designed to fail" but has "failed to fail" due to community support. After a period of inactivity, Junkcoin was revived in 2024 by enthusiasts known as "Junkies."