Normie, the memecoin project built on Coinbase's native blockchain Base, recently faced backlash over an offensive video posted to its official X account. In response, the Normie team took swift action, announcing the termination of the intern responsible for the video and issuing a public apology.

The controversial video, captioned "Something is cooking in the Normie Labs," was met with widespread criticism for its distasteful content. Featuring a blue-skinned cartoon chef with exaggerated full lips, the video sparked outrage within the crypto community and prompted Normie to address the issue directly.

In a statement released following the incident, the Normie team expressed regret over the offensive content and emphasized their commitment to preventing similar incidents in the future. They clarified that the intern responsible for posting the video had been dismissed, and they extended apologies to anyone offended by the content.

However, some members of the community questioned the accountability of Normie's team in approving the video before its release. Addressing these concerns, Normie reiterated that the intern's actions were not condoned and assured the community that steps would be taken to prevent such occurrences moving forward.

Normie clarified that the video's intended message was to convey that "there is always a way out, even when everything is coming at you, and that positive change begins with oneself." They acknowledged that the video missed the mark in conveying this message and apologized for any offense caused.

This incident comes on the heels of a recent smart contract exploit suffered by Normie, resulting in the loss of users' funds and a significant decline in the token's market capitalization. Despite the challenges faced, Normie remains committed to addressing the concerns of its community and rebuilding trust.

In a separate development, Normie reported progress in recovering stolen funds from the exploit and completing a token launch to reimburse affected NORMIE holders. With ongoing efforts to rectify past issues and regain momentum, Normie is determined to move forward and continue its journey in the crypto space.