The Shirtum scandal is a masterclass in how to incinerate €24M using famous faces and fake tech.
Here is the breakdown of the scam involving Ivan Rakitić, Papu Gómez, and others:
• The Ghost NFTs: Users paid ~€450 for "NFTs" (photos/voice notes) that didn't actually exist on the blockchain. You couldn't trade or move them. Total vaporware.
• The "Development" Black Hole: They raised €3M in BNB for an app that never launched. The money? Gone.
• Token Rigging: 78% of $SHI tokens went to insiders and players for free. They pumped it, pulled the liquidity, and dumped on everyone.
• The Damage: Over €24M ($28M) in investor losses. $SHI is now worth $0.00003.
The Lesson: A world-class midfielder isn't a world-class auditor. If the "utility" is just a celebrity's face, you’re the exit liquidity. 🚩
#CryptoScam #Shirtum #NFT #Web3 #SevillaFC
🚨 Fed Holds Rates at 3.75% — But Just Got Hawkish AF
The Fed did exactly what the market expected yesterday… but the tone was way more aggressive than anyone saw coming.
• Inflation is still too hot, fueled by surging energy prices. Oil spike likely hasn’t peaked yet.
• More FOMC members now see a rate hike as equally likely as a cut.
• They may drop all easing hints as soon as the next meeting.
• Powell: “If we need to raise rates, we’ll signal it clearly in advance.”
• Powell also fired back: Fed independence is under threat — they’re going to court to fight political pressure.
This was Powell’s final press conference as Chair. He’ll stay on the Board after May 15. Kevin Warsh is taking over.
Bottom line: The market went from pricing in rate cuts to now bracing for possible hikes.
For crypto? That’s painful. Higher-for-longer rates = expensive money and way less liquidity for risk assets.
Buckle up.
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Geopolitics is a powder keg and shorters are getting REKT in a massive squeeze! We already bagged multiples in Alpha on ETH memes—the local season is SENDING! 🔥🚀
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The U.S. military starts a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz tomorrow.
Crypto is tanking again, as expected.
I'm locked in and ready for the week. Fire up the exchanges—time to trade this absolute shitshow.
🇺🇸 BREAKING: US-Iran Negotiations Collapse
No deal. After 21 hours of intense talks, JD Vance is heading home empty-handed. The Iranians rejected Washington's "final and best offer."
Key takeaways:
🔹 Deadlock: Despite marathon sessions, no agreement on nuclear commitments or the Strait of Hormuz.
🔹 The "Best Offer": Vance was clear—this was the limit. No more concessions on the table.
🔹 Trump's Stance: "We win, regardless." Zero desperation from the White House.
The ball is in Iran’s court, but diplomacy is officially on life support. Expect the "Maximum Pressure" to ramp up. 🦅📉
#Politics #US #Iran #BreakingNews
🇺🇸 US CPI: Inflation Cools Slightly, But the Fed Isn't Budging Yet
The March inflation data is out, and it’s a classic "good news, bad news" setup for the markets. Here is the breakdown:
• The Numbers: Headline CPI hit 3.3% YoY. It’s a slight beat (lower than expectations), but we are still a long way from the Fed’s 2% "Goldilocks" zone.
• The Energy Problem: Gas prices are the main culprit, up 21.2%. Geopolitical tensions with Iran are keeping the pressure on energy, making the Fed’s job a nightmare.
• Rate Cuts? Keep Dreaming: According to the CME FedWatch Tool, the probability of a rate cut in April is officially 0%. High rates are here to stay for the foreseeable future.
• Bitcoin's Reaction: Crypto doesn't care about your high rates. $BTC caught a bid on the "lower than expected" news, jumping 1.5% and retesting the $73,000 level.
The Bottom Line:
The market is celebrating the small win, but don't get blinded by the green candles. As long as inflation stays sticky above 2%, the Fed will keep the liquidity faucet tight. Bitcoin is showing strength, but the massive "new money" flood remains capped by restrictive monetary policy.
Stay sharp. 📉📈
📌 Grayscale is considering 30 new tokens for its investment products
Grayscale is the world's largest crypto-focused investment platform. When they add a token to their product lineup, it attracts institutional capital and often drives the price up.
• The company has released an updated list of candidate tokens for Q2 2026.
• Inclusion in this list doesn't guarantee a product launch, but it reveals exactly what the big players are watching.
• The infographic shows all 30 candidate tokens, categorized into four sectors.
This doesn't mean you should blindly FOMO into everything on the list, but these assets are definitely worth keeping an eye on.
Institutional appetite is hitting different this week. We’re seeing massive conviction across the board.
Weekly Spot ETF Inflows:
• BTC: +$816.4M
• ETH: +$187M
On top of that, MicroStrategy just stacked another 9,173 BTC ($651M) via STRC preferred shares.
The supply shock is real. Grab your popcorn. 🍿🚀
Negotiation Day: US vs. Iran. 🥊
The deal: $6B unfrozen for Hormuz access? Maybe. But the military buildup suggests the US isn't taking chances.
Why you should care:
Diesel prices are spiking—market is pricing in long-term instability.
The Crypto Angle: Rumors of Iran taking BTC for tolls were wild, now shifting to Yuan. Both are a middle finger to USD dominance.
Crypto is showing strength here. Stay alert. 📉📈
#Trading #Macro #Bitcoin #OilPrices
Markets are holding steady post-CPI, pricing in the ceasefire and lower oil. But let’s be real: the only thing that actually matters for a sustained rally right now is a definitive peace deal. Everything else is just noise. 🕊️📈 #CPI#Markets#Trading
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Regarding futures inside @wallet in Telegram
First and foremost, it's convenient and another step forward for Telegram: essentially, you can now do almost everything related to crypto and trading within Telegram.
Secondly, you now have the option to trade stocks (stocks, oil, gold) directly through your Telegram account.
Previously, purchasing a US stock required jumping through hoops, and even then, there was no guarantee of success. But here, with just two clicks, you become a holder of tokenized stocks.
Upcoming TGEs: April Watchlist 🚀
The TGE calendar is packed. If you’ve been farming, it’s time to see if the sweat pays off.
Hot Take: Pharos
TGE expected this week. Watching closely to see if it sustains momentum or becomes instant exit liquidity. High volatility is a given.
Key Launches:
• Monad – The most anticipated ecosystem play.
• Berachain – High cult strength, watching the floor.
• LayerZero – Final countdown for the distribution.
The Play:
Are you dumping the airdrop or longing the listing? Drop your strategy below. 👇
#TGE #Crypto #Altcoins #Alpha
Aging is a technical error, and we finally have the debugger. 🛠️
Question for the optimizers: If a tech emerged tomorrow guaranteeing +20 years of peak health, but required a 100% ban on sugar and alcohol FOREVER—would you hit the button? 🔘
#BryanJohnson
In 2026, the gap between "Biological Age" and "Chronological Age" is the new wealth gap. 🧬
Sam Altman is doubling down on Retro Biosciences, and the first AI-designed senolytics are hitting Phase III trials. If you're still just "eating clean," you’re losing the arms race.
#cortexAi
The "Immortal 2026" Protocol:
— AI-Peptides: Custom sequences designed to "reprogram" skin and organ resilience. 💉
— Multi-Omic Stacks: Supplements adjusted daily based on real-time blood markers, not generic labels. 💊
— Epigenetic Clocks: Stop checking the scale. Start checking your DNA methylation. 🧬
— Cortex AI: Your terminal for managing the hardware/software interface.