Scandal in the WNBA: Cryptocurrency group behind the launch of sex toys
A self-proclaimed cryptocurrency enthusiast revealed to Alofoke Deportes details about a group that orchestrated incidents at several WNBA games, throwing sex toys. The goal, according to the informant, was to promote a cryptocurrency created by their online community. The source, who requested to remain anonymous, explained that the WNBA and its “controversy” represented a strategic target to capture attention. The group, which uses the username “Lt. Daldo Raine” on the X platform, seeks to revitalize the creative and community aspect of the cryptocurrency world.The informant detailed that the virtual currency began operating on July 28, one day before the first incident in a WNBA game. Transaction records confirm this chronology. The group, with more than 1,000 members in its Telegram community, exhibited prior knowledge and internal details of the first incident, during the match between Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries on July 29. In the chat, a link to the game was shared before the start, and members celebrated the imminent action, making disparaging comments about the WNBA. Hours later, the game was stopped in the final quarter after a green sex toy was thrown onto the court. Since then, two people have been arrested in connection with these incidents. Delbert Carver, 23, was arrested on August 1 for allegedly throwing a green sex toy during the game between the Atlanta Dream and Phoenix Mercury. Carver faces charges of disorderly conduct, indecent exposure, and trespassing. However, the source stated that Carver was not affiliated with the group and was not responsible for the launch of the first sex toy. They declined to reveal who the author was. On August 1st, another green sex toy was thrown during a game between the Chicago Sky and the Golden State Valkyries in Chicago. Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham spoke out about it via X.According to the source, the group planned more incidents on Tuesday at four different stadiums. Kaden Lopez, 18, was arrested in Phoenix during the game between the Phoenix Mercury and the Connecticut Sun. Court records indicate that Lopez took out a green sex toy from his sweatshirt, threw it, and hit two spectators, including a minor. Lopez faces charges of disorderly conduct and assault. A charge of public display of obscene material was dropped. In the Telegram group chat, Lopez was celebrated as a “hero” and a “legend”. Additionally, videos on X showed a green sex toy being thrown at the Barclays Center during the game between the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings, but it did not reach the court. A sex toy was thrown in Los Angeles during a game between the Sparks and Fever on Tuesday, apparently impacting Cunningham. The source also mentioned that a launch in Seattle was planned during the game between Storm and Lynx, but it did not materialize. The WNBA issued a statement on Saturday, following Carver’s arrest.“We wanted to make memes funny again”
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Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve commented on the matter, expressing her rejection of the sexualization of women and calling for those responsible to be held accountable. On Thursday night, another sex toy was thrown during the game between Dream and Sky. It has not been confirmed whether this incident is related to the previous ones. According to a value tracker, the cryptocurrency price has increased approximately 300% in the last week. Google Trends reported a 3,700% increase in searches for “green dildo” in the United States since July 29. A betting house created markets around the incidents, allowing users to bet on when and what color another sex toy would be launched. The source revealed that several members of the group won bets. Dave Mason, BetOnline’s brand manager, said that upon noticing the second green sex toy, he began investigating who might be orchestrating the incidents. That’s how he discovered the cryptocurrency group. The cryptocurrency source reported that the group was moving away from WNBA games and mentioned an MLB game on Wednesday night. During the game between the Marlins and Astros in Miami, a woman behind home plate was holding a green sex toy. “We have many fun things planned,” the source added. “Of a less disruptive nature, but we want people to keep looking for us.”“The safety and well-being of everyone in our arenas is a top priority for our league. Objects of any kind thrown onto the court or seating area can pose a risk to the safety of players, game officials, and fans. In accordance with the WNBA Arena Security Standards, any fan who intentionally throws an object onto the court will be immediately ejected and face a minimum one-year ban, in addition to being subject to arrest and prosecution by local authorities”
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