Cryptocurrency enthusiasts admit to instigating WNBA 'adult novelty' gags, refute connection to recent apprehensions at matches
In a series of unprecedented incidents, a cryptocurrency meme coin group known as Green Dildo Coin (DILDO) has taken responsibility for disrupting WNBA games with neon green sex toys. The group, led by an anonymous figure known as @Daldo_Raine or Lt. Daldo Raine, aims to generate viral attention and protest against the centralized power structure in the crypto space [1][2][3].
The first incident occurred on July 29 in Atlanta, with subsequent disruptions taking place in cities such as Los Angeles, Phoenix, Chicago, and New York. The group's intention is to reclaim the creative and community aspects of cryptocurrency and "make memes funny again" by targeting what they see as a trending controversial platform—the WNBA and its associated dialogues [1][2].
The stunts, involving the tossing of branded neon green sex toys resembling a "green candle" seen on trading charts onto WNBA courts during live games, have been widely criticized as coordinated, misogynistic, and risky disruptions. The WNBA has condemned these acts due to safety concerns for players and fans, with security measures being enforced more strictly as a result [1][3].
Despite their stated intention to protest and market their meme coin, the group's actions have been widely condemned and regarded as disruptive and misogynistic by observers and the WNBA itself [3]. The meme coin was launched on July 28, and the group intends to carry out more pranks outside of the WNBA, with the intent of protesting centralized influence in the crypto space [3].
Notably, an 18-year-old named Kaden Lopez was arrested in Phoenix for allegedly throwing a sex toy at a Mercury game on Aug. 5, striking a fan and a 9-year-old child. This incident highlights the potential risks associated with the group's stunts [1].
It's worth noting that Delbert Carver was arrested in Atlanta for throwing a sex toy on the court during a WNBA game late last month, but he is not affiliated with the meme coin group. The group has denied any affiliation with Kaden Lopez and Delbert Carver [1].
The group's spokesman stated that they did not engage in these stunts to dislike women's sports. Instead, they see these viral stunts as necessary to gain a voice in the crypto space and avoid having to pay influencers [1]. Other green sex toys have already appeared at the Charging Bull at Wall Street in New York City and behind home plate at an MLB game [1].
One of the most notable close calls occurred on a WNBA court, where Sophie Cunningham, a guard for the Indiana Fever, narrowly avoided being hit by a sex toy during a game [1]. Cunningham later voiced her frustration on social media.
The group has advised its members not to throw anything unless they're confident it wouldn't harm anyone [1]. As the crypto world continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these controversial stunts will impact the industry and the WNBA moving forward.
References: [1] https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/04/green-dildo-coin-group-takes-credit-for-wnba-sex-toy-disruptions.html [2] https://www.wsj.com/articles/green-dildo-coin-group-takes-credit-for-wnba-sex-toy-disruptions-11660115835 [3] https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/34739197/wnba-responds-sex-toys-thrown-courts-several-games
- Despite the Green Dildo Coin group's claim that their actions are aimed at protesting and marketing their meme coin, they have been widely criticized as misogynistic and disruptive.
- The WNBA has been disrupted by a cryptocurrency meme coin group, with incidents occurring in various cities including Atlanta, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Chicago, and New York.
- The Intentions behind the group's actions are to drive viral attention, reclaim the creative aspects of cryptocurrency, and "make memes funny again" by targeting the WNBA.
- The NFL, as another form of general-news and entertainment, might also face pranks targeting their sports due to the meme coin group's intention to protest centralized influence in the crypto space.
- The consequences of the group's actions are still being scrutinized in the crypto world, with the potential for increased safety measures at events and concerns about the impact on industry reputation and the WNBA's dialogues.
