#False breakdown trading

[shannonsketches]

One of my favorite differences in the DBZ manga that makes Vegebul make More Sense To Me, is that because Vegeta never left Earth, he was living at Capsule Corp for over two years before Bulma got pregnant (assuming Trunks is like 3-6mos old when we see him as a baby), but she said she 'wouldn't live with that jerk' afterward, which implies (to me) that he'd been a chill enough housemate up until the pregnancy, which tracks with his generally private and professional behavior as a Lord in the Freeza Force (in the manga).

I like to think it became a compounding factor in learning that he was slated to be killed in a year, and led to him being uncharacteristically overzealous and performative (and so opposed to Trunks getting close to him) in the android saga as opposed to how strategic and cautious he was with serious threats in the Freeza saga.

I am also always thinking about how Something Happened between him losing to Cell and re-entering the time chamber in the manga, because he was back living at Capsule Corp and staying near Trunks and Bulma when the Cell Games were announced.

[my-craft]

Since I was asked about it and I really love yapping about symbolism, here’s the breakdown of what flowers are in each bouquet and what they mean

(Disclaimer I’m not an expert on flowers and am going off of google and a Victorian flower language book, alright, disclaimer over, let’s go!)

Full explaination of the symbolism under the cut!

Desert Lily- overcoming challenges

Rue- regret (Grian immediately regretted killing Scar at the final duel)

Marigold- grief (same as above)

Desert rose- resiliency

Desert rose- resiliency

Cactus- they never left that ring

Amaryllis- pride, strength

Poppy and Lilacs- desert duo was such a big part of this series and I’m a sucker for a good overarching symbol

Scott:

Heather- protection/ luck (I was thinking with him and his axolotl, he protected the axolotl and it ended up being a bit of a good luck charm)

Violet- modesty (he started with only two hearts, a modest amount)

Magnolia- dignity

Jasmine- Amiability, Cheerfulness

Clematis- Ingenuity, Cleverness (he prepared well and thought out his endgame strategy, very clever)

Rosemary- remembrance, wisdom

Orchid- elegance (partially because I really wanted some pink in there for his axolotl but also it was a well played game)

Pearl:

Wattle- flower of Australia

Dogwood blossoms- for Tilly 💜 (it also means ‘our love will overcome adversity’)

Begonia- to repay a favor/ a warning

Nettle- revenge

Alyssum- literally translates to ‘without madness’ and also has ties to witchcraft and apparently was used to treat rabies

Anemone- forsaken love

Wormwood- bitterness/ grief

Primrose- luck, joy

Daffodils- unrequited love

Martyn:

(I was a little mean with his, I’m sorry Martyn)

Cherry blossom- symbol of time passing, and how short time is

Gladiolus- you pierce my heart (he killed the last two contestants with a sword, I think he’s the only winner to kill the opponent with a sword) (Grian-fists, Scott- arrows/zombie, Scar- fall damage, Cleo-zombie (ha) Joel- fall damage)

Bilbery- treachery (he backstabbed his former teammate)

Tansy- hostility

Laurel- victory

Orange Lily- good luck

Coral- homage to the mean gills

Fir- an evergreen tree, another symbol of time and a nod to him now having all the time in the world now he’s won

Petunia- resentment (it’s harsh but he kinda resented the idea of a fair fight between the three of them)

Scar:

Sunflower- false riches (it’s scars chosen flower and it fits so well for the trader that never had any good trades)

Foxglove- riddles, secrets (its called Secret Life, I thought it would be perfect)

Datura- deceitful charms (scar was incredibly shrewd, clever and charming, this is an excellent flower for him)

Crocus- cheerfulness

Dandelion- magic, transformation

Poppy and lilac- hey, I haven’t left the desert either

Fern- magic, secrecy

Cleo:

I didn’t have much for them because it was only one episode but I’ve got a few

Larkspur- levity (it was a fun session and they seemed to have fun with it

Sweet pea- ‘thank you for a lovely time’ (they had a lovely fun time!)

Chamomile- energy in adversity (they were having a tough time with the vr aspect and still kept up energy)

Cattail- peace and prosperity (they kept fairly peaceful with everyone until the end)

Joel:

Honeysuckle- devotion (he was incredibly loyal to his family

Yellow Azalea- friendship, family

Ivy- fidelity, attachment (once again, incredibly loyal and stayed true to his family)

Yarrow- love, strength, courage

Cornflower- hope in love

Zinnia- everlasting friendship (family is advanced friendship)

Blue hyacinth- sincerity (he kept true to his word)

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False Prophet au:

It's a Greek mythology AU where instead of the strange and anomalies, Stanford is a Greek mythology history and mythos nerd who moves to Greece to study the gods closely, and Bill is a stand-in for Apollo (he said he's his sun, his everything), Stanford is captivated and gets dreams of the god reaching out to him, becoming Bill's prophet. However, Bill lies about everything (tee hee) and is more of a mischievous deity, wanting to release some of his other friends from Tartarus, using Stanford to try and accomplish this under the guise of a prophecy he has to fulfill since it's his fate. This scenario definitely involves some religious trauma from moving from being Jewish to Hellenistic, as Fiddleford helps Ford find prophetic relics and ruins to help him fulfill his 'fate' by being a architect instead of an engineer. They still get into trouble with monsters, but now they're facing Greek mythos creatures like sirens, centaurs, and furies. Instead of the gremoblin, Fidds gets partially petrified by a Medusa perhaps, and Ford has to find a cure, which makes him more paranoid and worried. Instead of the memory gun, Ford finds his own deity to forget the things plaguing him, leading to cult time. Maybe pyramid Steve acts as a sort of Hypnos placeholder, making Fidds have wonderful dreams where he gets everything he wants, allowing him to weave his own tale while snipping away at his memories, as equivalent exchange after all suggests. In this AU, he'd essentially act like a narcoleptic insane hermit, experiencing brief phases of mental clarity when awake. Instead of the Society of the Blind Eye, there's the Society of the Closed Eye, symbolizing sleep and closing one’s eye to reality and truth, with the motto: "After all, why be awake when you can have everything you want in a dream?" People don’t know about the memory trading part, of course; they just feel 'lighter' and see it as spiritual relief. There could be a subplot where he forgets his wife and son after being involved for a bit, leading to a breakdown when he sees his dream journal with notes about his perfect marriage in dreams, but of course, one nap later, that's mysteriously gone—can't have your most devoted follower question his faith after all. Ford remains oblivious to all of this, like the socially blind man he is, assuming his friend is just lazy. Steve and Bill are rivals as deities, with Steve sending 'prophetic' dreams to Fidds to contradict whatever mission Ford is given, adding to the drama. This might all take place in the late 1970s and 1981, but I might date it back if needed. Bill is a Titan masquerading as a God, and the rest of the henchmaniacs are Titans too.

[raayllum]

me having a breakdown because it's been multiple supplementary materials and seasons but we still haven't actually had an actual hostage / life for a life exchange go actually according to plan / successfully

Harrow is adamantly against trading someone else's life for his, leading from his split with Viren. It's a technicality, but I think it fits into the general "trolley problem" theme the show loves

Runaan is willing to give himself up to Kim'Dael in Bloodmoon Huntress in order to spare Suroh and Rayla, but Ethari steps in and it's not clear if Runaan was being wholly genuine or just luring her into a false sense of security (although I'm sure he would give himself up)

When offered her parents' coins and safety in 4x09 in exchange for Terry, Rayla flat out refuses and only diverges when they were going to be tossed into the lava, jumping after them instead.

Amaya never considers giving up the sun seed for Janai, even when her future wife's life is directly threatened, citing that it's their people's future and thereby more important. Instead, she goes to the hostage exchange deal in disguise and in a ruse

Callum sings like a poor unfortunate canary once Rayla's life is threatened, but Finnegrin tells him that the deal is no longer on the table, making his exchange of information therefore worthless

Viren refuses (much like Harrow) to kill Sir Sparklepuff to save his own life and revokes dark magic

All of this to say per the story of The Flowers of Elarion, we still haven't gotten a true "fair exchange of beloved for beloved" and I'm

[lunar-years]

Keeley dumps jamie because she wants to date roy instead. She frames it as being about accountability but it seems clear she (falsely) perceives roy as more mature than jamie and wants to trade up. It’s not a bad thing, she should date who she wants to date, but it’s annoying when the audience just accepts her justification.

I do agree Keeley did want to be with Roy but I also think this take is a bit harsh on her and reductive of the situation!! Jamie very much does go behind her back to invite Bex and uses Keeley as a pawn in his little auction game, stirring up her jealousy on purpose then acting like it's one big joke. And when she does get angry and confront him, he is unable to take accountability for doing it. So Keeley is 100% correct on calling him out for that, as well as dumping him because of it.

Also, even though she clearly has the hots for Roy, there's not much of an indication that she's planning to break up with Jamie prior to what happens at the Gala. They are still on good terms even as they get ready! So it's not really that she dumps him because she wants to trade up for Roy, she dumps him because of his behavior...while also happening to want to get with Roy. (Personally I think in an alternative universe where Jamie tells her about Bex upfront and doesn't play games at the gala, that night ends veryyyy differently for both of them and quite possibly in a flirty little threesome one way or another...either jamie/keeley/bex or jamie/keeley/roy lmao)

Anyway Keeley's problem is that she needs to learn to hold herself to the same standards she holds other people. She is absolutely right for telling Jamie to be accountable, but that means she needs to learn when to be accountable as well. The audience has a continual problem of alleviating Keeley of any responsibility in many situations, including the breakdown in her relationships with both boys, but interestingly it's kind of enforced by Keeley's own attitude on the show. Like, she also behaved badly at the gala to Jamie and there's never any apology on her end. She is the one foremost in the wrong in Headspace when she fails to communicate with Roy about what she needs and also talks about him behind his back, and also she definitely plays a role in the breakup with Roy. And the audience downplays if not straight-up ignores all of that because Keeley herself does her right best to ignore it on the show!! It is a very interesting aspect to her character that I wish got more follow up in season 3 tbh.

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You that comic that said “white people invented slavery!” Is hilarious as Sony’s women king expose black people like me to the Dahomey, who practices were so inhuman any American slave owner would go “HOLY SHIT!” and made me to nearly have a mental breakdown after learning how the slave trade really went

As the movie is the equivalent of Hindus lionizing the Mughals, Koreans lionizing unit 731, or in some crazy ass future, Jews lionizing the Nazis.

I really need to make that “False Eden” book as far too many Black Americans think Africa was a paradise because the Europeans came.

Every culture created slavery independent of each other, so various European tribes and confederacies created slavery the same that various African tribes and confederacies did, same with Asia and both Americas, Australia, and most if not all of the islands that have been populated.

I don't think penguins do slavery so I think Antartica is ok, but

The claim that it was just black people enslaved, or that they had it the worst is ridiculous as well.

Go watch Spartacus, it's fiction but accurate as well when it comes to things like chaining galley slaves to the boat when it's battle time so they can't flee or attack their masters and will die chained to their seats if the galley sinks.,

Ottomans are a weird situation there, since some slaves managed to reach lofty heights in society, but you were still property and the jannisaries that managed to get status were also young men who had been kidnapped from Christian families at a a incredibly young age, forcibly converted to islam and brainwashed to have a fanatical devotion to whomever the sitting sultan was at the time.

I say weird because those existed, but all the other ones did too so there was regular chattel slavery, agricultural, those galley ones for their boats, and sexual slavery as well.

All through Africa there was much of the same, POW's had whatever freedom they had stripped away and became property of whomever the person in charge was whatever their title.

Mauritania that I mentioned last night, they had slavery since time immemorial, and there's families that could probably trace their lineage back dozens of generations while also tracing the lineage of the family that owned them through those generations.

Nobody's hands are clean, not if we're going to hold them guilty of the sins of their forefathers at least.

Sooner people figure that out and focus on their future instead of a past they never even lived the sooner things can move forward at a accelerated rate.

Wonder how much more we could accomplish as a species if we stopped blaming people for what someone else did 200 years ago and instead focused on now.

Doesn't mean we can't remember that bad things happened, just have to remember to blame the people that did it and make sure the sins of the past aren't repeated is all, can't get revenge on the dead anyhow.

They tried that with at least one Pope and Cromwell, neither of whom knew it happened.

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:/ ... This is a debunk!

On 24 May 2014, the National Report published an article positing that President Obama had ordered the removal of the words 'In God We Trust' (the U.S. national motto) from all U.S. currency by 1 July 2014:

Beginning July 1st the Federal Reserve along with the United States Department of the Treasury will begin printing all currency, which includes all notes and coins, without the words 'In God We Trust'. This modification comes under strict orders from President Barack Obama and his administration.

Obama held a press conference this morning to explain the impending change and to answer questions.

"As our country grows and changes, so must our money," Obama said. "There is [sic] now too many individuals living in this great nation of ours that do not worship the same God as most of us. In fact some folks don't believe in a God at all. This currency adjustment is truly change we can believe in."

By the following day, links and excerpts referencing this article were being circulated via social media, with many of those who encountered the item mistaking it for a genuine news article. However, the article was just a bit of fiction from the National Report, a web site whose stock in trade is publishing outrage-provoking fake news stories such as "President Obama Reported Sedated Following Emotional Breakdown," City in Michigan First to Fully Implement Sharia Law," and "Multiple Wyoming School Districts Implant RFID Chip Technology in Students Without Parental Consent."

In fact, legislation passed in 1955 makes the appearance of the motto "In God We Trust" mandatory on all coins and paper currency issued by the United States. That requirement cannot be unilaterally overturned by the President; Congress would have to specifically pass a bill rescinding the previous legislation in order for the change described here (i.e., the removal of the U.S. motto) to take effect.

(Although various lawsuits over the years have challenged the appearance of "In God We Trust" on U.S. money as a violation of the First Amendment's Establishment Clause, so far all such lawsuits have been rejected by federal courts.)

A petition posted on the official White House web site that urges the Obama administration to "Keep The Words 'IN GOD WE TRUST' on All American Currency" was linked from within the National Report article; that petition was simply a ruse created by the author of the National Report piece himself to lend an air of verisimilitude to his fictional article.

The National Report's disclaimer page notes that:

National Report is a news and political satire web publication, which may or may not use real names, often in semi-real or mostly fictitious ways. All news articles contained within National Report are fiction, and presumably fake news. Any resemblance to the truth is purely coincidental.

The Truth:

A fake news website is behind the false report that President Obama has ordered “under God” to be removed from the government property and the Pledge of Allegiance.

The fake news website, TDAlliance.com, reported on January 31, 2016, that President Obama had taken with “a flurry of executive actions.” The report, which appears under the headline, “Obama Orders Phrase ‘Under God’ to be Banned on all Government Property,” continues:

This order will help “ensure religious diversity” the President said in a press release Saturday.

“The separation of church and state outlined in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution is an important founding principle of our nation. Our nation’s Bill of Rights guarantees not only that the government cannot establish an official religion, but also guarantees citizens’ rights to practice the religion of their choosing or no religion at all.” White House spokesman Josh Earnest told Fox News.

That report is false. And TDAlliance.com is not affiliated with Fox News. “Fox News The FB Page” appears on the website’s masthead, along with Fox News logos.

In reality, The Obama administration has actually defended the government’s use of “under God.” The White House issued a formal response to a petition to remove the phrase from the Pledge of Allegiance in 2011. In response to the petition, which generated more than 20,000 signatures, White House spokesperson Joshua DuBois wrote:

The separation of church and state outlined in the First Amendment to the United States Constitution is an important founding principle of our nation. Our nation’s Bill of Rights guarantees not only that the government cannot establish an official religion, but also guarantees citizens’ rights to practice the religion of their choosing or no religion at all.

Throughout our history, people of all faiths – as well as secular Americans – have played an important role in public life. And a robust dialogue about the role of religion in public life is an important part of our public discourse.

While the President strongly supports every American’s right to religious freedom and the separation of church and state, that does not mean there’s no role for religion in the public square.

When he was a Senator from Illinois, President Obama gave a keynote address at the Call to Renewal conference where he spoke about the important role religion plays in politics and in public life.

A sense of proportion should also guide those who police the boundaries between church and state. Not every mention of God in public is a breach to the wall of separation — context matters.

That’s why President Obama supports the use of the words “under God’ in our Pledge of Allegiance and “In God we Trust’ on our currency and as our national motto. These phrases represent the important role religion plays in American public life, while we continue to recognize and protect the rights of secular Americans. As the President said in his inaugural address, “We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus, and non-believers.” We’re proud of that heritage and the strength it brings to our great country.

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How to Invest in Gold Coins - Keeping away from the Errors of the New Investor

Gold isn't just the traditional fence against inflation and the devaluation of currencies, however over the course of the past ten years it has demonstrated to be a sound and developing investment. Yet, buying gold isn't tied in with buying institutional visit site here bullion blocks. Gold coins are the most transferrable vehicle for investing in gold. This article makes sense of a portion of the intricate details of investing in gold coins.

The Dow is hitting pre-crash highs, companies are detailing positive profit, and the financial media is saying that we seeing could be the beginning of another buyer market. Sounds perfect, right?

What's the worst that could happen?

Indeed, as indicated by certain specialists, there is overpowering proof that the following stock market slump could strike any day now and its scale could be memorable. That sounds desperate. What is required is a wealth protection of some sort or another yet what might that be?

Gold.

Furthermore, it's not only the stock market: If you're concerned with sovereign gamble, like the breakdown of the U.S. dollar, runaway inflations, or one more interruption of the world's financial framework, gold is likewise your go-to. Specialists concur that diversification is your best portfolio assurance. In any case, gold is more than a fence against financial shakiness, gold has likewise experienced noteworthy development. While the facts really confirm that gold has taken a cost break in 2013, in the past 12 years gold costs rose consistently. No other product, in the set of experiences in the U.S., has at any point gone up for 12 consecutive years. Gold's cost is as of now showing indications of one more blast in 2014.

Is It Worth Investing in Gold Coins?

Numerous specialists recommend that a great many people ought to most likely designate around 5%-15% of their portfolios to gold, so the straightforward response is without a doubt "yes." Present day bullion coins permit investors to claim investment-grade gold legitimate delicate coins at a little premium to the spot cost of gold as cited on the markets. The value of bullion coins and bars is resolved exclusively by the cost of gold, and accordingly follows the bullion cost.

What Is Bullion?

To clear up a few normal false impressions about what bullion is, there is a typical discernment that the rectangular pieces of gold ("bars") are the most cost compelling, and maybe the just accessible, type of gold bullion. There is additionally the discernment that round pieces of gold ("coins") are not really gold bullion and that these "coins" are in restricted supply, costly, and are just traded as gatherers' things: this is all wrong.

Since gold coins come in more modest values, they are easier to buy and sell. Coins can likewise have an extra numismatic value past the spot cost of their gold or other valuable metal content. This isn't only valid for gatherers' coins however for investment grade coins too.

What Are Investment Grade Coins?

Investment grade coins have beated stocks and bonds throughout the course of recent years, with investors realizing more than a 300% profit from investment in the last 10 years. The best gold coins for investment are government-stamped bullion coins with low charges and high liquidity. Totally unrelated to "gatherer's coins," investment grade coins are of the greatest grade and extraordinariness and are bought principally as an investment. Then again, a gold bar is of a scale that is considerably more difficult and tedious to sell. Coins are essentially more convenient and tradable in their sizes and value.

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The Chaikin Oscillator + XRPUSD: The Hidden Edge Most Traders Miss Why XRPUSD Moves Like a Magician’s Hand (And How to Predict It) If you’ve ever watched a magician perform sleight-of-hand tricks, you know that what you think you see isn’t always what’s actually happening. The XRPUSD market operates in the same way—smoothly misleading traders into thinking they’re in control, only to pull a fast one when they least expect it. Enter the Chaikin Oscillator, an advanced but underused tool that gives you a backstage pass to how market liquidity is really shifting. The best part? Most traders overlook this powerful indicator, relying on lagging signals while you get a front-row seat to money flow momentum. In this deep dive, we’ll expose how the Chaikin Oscillator (CO) can give you an untapped advantage when trading XRPUSD. Plus, we’ll throw in ninja tactics, hidden patterns, and real-world examples so you walk away with game-changing strategies you won’t find anywhere else. What Is the Chaikin Oscillator, and Why Should You Care? The Chaikin Oscillator (CO), developed by Marc Chaikin, is a momentum indicator that measures the rate of change of the Accumulation/Distribution Line (ADL). Unlike traditional oscillators that simply follow price movements, CO digs deeper by analyzing the flow of institutional money. How It Works: - When the CO rises above zero, it suggests strong buying pressure (accumulation). - When the CO falls below zero, it indicates selling pressure (distribution). - Divergences between CO and price movements can signal powerful reversals before they happen. In essence, this tool doesn’t just follow the market; it exposes the hidden footprints of smart money. Why the Chaikin Oscillator Works Well for XRPUSD XRPUSD is a whale playground. Unlike other forex pairs, where fundamentals play a stronger role, XRP is driven by liquidity shifts, insider positioning, and speculative bursts. This makes CO a perfect tool because it focuses on money flow momentum rather than price lag. Why Most Traders Get XRPUSD Wrong (And How You Can Avoid It) - They rely only on price action and ignore volume dynamics. - They chase breakouts without checking accumulation/distribution trends. - They miss critical divergences between CO and price, leading to false signals Elite Strategies for Trading XRPUSD with the Chaikin Oscillator 1. The Hidden Divergence Play Divergences between CO and XRP price often signal powerful reversals before they happen. How to Use It: - Bullish Divergence: If XRPUSD price is making new lows, but CO is rising, this suggests whale accumulation—a potential reversal signal. - Bearish Divergence: If price is making new highs while CO is falling, smart money might be quietly exiting—a sign to prepare for a pullback. 📌 Pro Tip: Combine this with RSI for extra confirmation. If CO and RSI both show divergences, the reversal probability skyrockets. 2. The Fake-Out Filter (Avoiding Whale Traps) XRPUSD is notorious for fake breakouts. The Chaikin Oscillator helps filter these traps by confirming whether money flow supports the move. How to Use It: - Before entering a breakout trade, check if CO is rising above zero. If it’s lagging behind, the move is likely a trap. - If price breaks support but CO remains strong, the breakdown is likely false, and a bounce could follow. 📌 Underground Insight: Many traders only look at price volume. The Chaikin Oscillator helps you see behind the curtain—giving you an edge over breakout traders who keep getting faked out. 3. The Late-Stage Rally Signal (Exit Before the Herd) Ever held onto a winning trade for too long and watched profits vanish? The CO can warn you when an uptrend is losing steam—so you exit before the crowd does. How to Use It: - If price keeps making higher highs but CO starts declining, the smart money is leaving. - Exit positions when CO crosses below zero after an extended rally. 📌 Bonus Trick: If CO declines while open interest remains high, expect a liquidation event—a perfect time to short XRPUSD before the mass exodus. Real-World Example: XRPUSD & The December 2023 Whale Reversal In December 2023, XRPUSD had a massive fakeout. - Price rallied from $0.60 to $0.75, luring in breakout traders. - Meanwhile, the Chaikin Oscillator started declining, showing that big money was pulling out. - Within a week, XRPUSD crashed back to $0.55, trapping breakout traders in losses. Smart traders who watched the CO divergence saw the trap coming and either took profits early or shorted at the peak. Lesson? Follow the money, not the hype. Final Thoughts: How to Stay Ahead of the XRPUSD Curve The Chaikin Oscillator isn’t just another indicator—it’s a hidden gateway into institutional activity. By mastering its nuances, you can predict moves before the retail crowd catches on, sidestep fakeouts, and ride money flow momentum like a pro. Key Takeaways: ✅ CO measures the momentum of smart money accumulation/distribution. ✅ Divergences between CO and price predict powerful reversals. ✅ Use CO to filter fake breakouts and identify liquidation events. ✅ Exit rallies before they fade by watching CO momentum shifts. 🚀 Want to Level Up Your Trading? Get exclusive market updates, trading plans, and pro-level insights FREE at StarseedFX. —————– Image Credits: Cover image at the top is AI-generated Read the full article

[rhianna]

Lover is a Scam Artist

A "lover scam," or romance scam, is a confidence trick where a scammer uses fake online identities to gain a victim's affection and trust, eventually manipulating them for financial gain. 

Here's a breakdown of how these scams work and how to protect yourself: 

How Romance Scams Work: 

Fake Profiles:Scammers create fake profiles on dating sites, social media, or other online platforms, often using stolen photos or fabricated backgrounds. 

Building Trust:They cultivate relationships quickly, showering victims with attention and affection, and often claiming to be in a difficult situation (e.g., medical emergency, financial hardship). 

Requests for Money:Once trust is established, scammers will ask for money, often under the guise of helping with their supposed problems, or to send money to "invest" in a fake scheme. 

Avoiding Meeting:Scammers often avoid meeting in person, citing reasons like being stationed overseas or having a busy schedule. 

Using Personal Information:Scammers may also use the information they gather from the victim to commit identity theft or other crimes. 

How to Protect Yourself: 

Be Skeptical:Don't trust everything you see or hear online, especially if it seems too good to be true or if the person is rushing the relationship. 

Do Your Research:Before investing time or emotions, research the person online, do a reverse image search on their profile picture, and check for inconsistencies in their story. 

Don't Share Personal Information:Avoid sharing sensitive information like your bank account details, social security number, or home address with someone you've only met online. 

Don't Send Money:Never send money to someone you've only met online, especially if they're asking for it urgently or under a false pretense. 

Trust Your Gut:If something feels off, or if you're uncomfortable with the situation, trust your instincts and end the relationship. 

Report Suspicious Activity:If you suspect you've been targeted by a romance scam, report it to the dating site, social media platform, or the authorities. 

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) (.gov) is a place to report romance scams. 

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also has information and resources about romance scams. 

Romance Scams - FBI

In romance scams, a criminal uses a fake online identity to gain a victim's affection and trust. The scammer then uses the illusion of a romantic or close relat...

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Kiyosaki Predicts the Biggest Stock Market Crash is Here: ETFs Are 'Fake'

Robert Kiyosaki Warns of the 'Biggest' Stock Market Crash, Labeling ETFs as 'Fake' Robert Kiyosaki, renowned author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has long been a vocal critic of modern financial systems, and his recent warning is causing quite a stir. In a tweet that garnered widespread attention, Kiyosaki declared that the "biggest stock market crash" he predicted in his 2014 book Rich Dad’s Prophecy has now arrived. His dire forecast stems from a combination of economic conditions and the shortcomings of current retirement plans, particularly 401(k)s and IRAs, which he believes are far too vulnerable to survive such a crash.

In his tweet, Kiyosaki emphasises the distinction between earlier generations' Defined Benefit (DB) pension plans and today's Defined Contribution (DC) plans. According to him, the latter, which includes popular retirement vehicles such as 401(k)s and IRAs, cannot provide the same level of security or protection during times of financial distress. These schemes, Kiyosaki claims, expose workers to market instability, leaving them unprepared for a catastrophic crisis. Also Read:   cronos-rises-as-key-vote-continues-and-vvs-dex-volume-spikes/ Kiyosaki's warning is not limited to the breakdown of traditional retirement arrangements. He also criticises the popularity of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), which he calls "fake." According to him, ETFs are not really investments, but rather vehicles that create a false sense of security. He argues that during an economic crisis, ETFs, which many people rely on for diversification, will not offer the safety or profits that investors anticipate, adding to the entire financial collapse. The warning comes as the financial landscape is showing indications of stress. Experts throughout the world are increasingly concerned about the possibility of a significant financial slump. Kiyosaki's track record of anticipating financial disasters has made his ideas influential, and many people are paying close attention to his most recent remarks. To summarise, Kiyosaki's current prognosis is a wake-up call for individuals who rely on modern financial systems to safeguard their futures. He is advising individuals to reconsider their reliance on ETFs and pension plans in favour of more solid and secure forms of investing to weather the eventual stock market catastrophe, which he believes is already taking place. Read the full article

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Step-by-Step Guide to Trading the Double Top Pattern

The Double Top Pattern is one of the most widely recognized and reliable technical chart patterns for traders. It signals a potential trend reversal, making it an essential pattern to understand for anyone serious about trading, especially those looking to trade in the forex or stock markets. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through how to trade the Double Top Pattern effectively. If you are looking to maximize your trading potential, especially with FundedElite accounts, this guide will provide key insights to refine your strategy.

What is the Double Top Pattern?

The Double Top Pattern occurs after a strong uptrend and signals a reversal in trend. It consists of two peaks (tops) at nearly the same price level, with a decline between them. The pattern forms when price attempts to break through a resistance level twice but fails both times, suggesting that the upward momentum has weakened and a downward move could be imminent.

Step 1: Identifying the Double Top Pattern

The first step to trading the Double Top Pattern is identifying it on your charts. Here are the key features to look for:

First Peak: The price reaches a new high and then starts to decline.

Decline: After the first peak, the price declines, forming a trough (the valley between the peaks).

Second Peak: The price rises again to the same level as the first peak but fails to go higher, creating the second top.

Neckline: A horizontal line drawn at the lowest point between the two peaks. This is the level that will confirm the pattern when broken.

Step 2: Confirming the Pattern

Once you have identified the two peaks, it’s essential to wait for confirmation before entering a trade. The most critical confirmation is when the price breaks the neckline (the trough between the two peaks). This breakdown signifies that the support level has failed, and the market may shift from a bullish trend to a bearish trend.

Moreover, look for volume confirmation. Ideally, volume should increase during the second peak formation, and it should decrease when the price breaks the neckline, confirming that the buying pressure has waned.

Step 3: Entry Point

The ideal entry point is once the price breaks below the neckline. When you notice this breakdown, it's time to consider entering a short (sell) position. Ensure that the market conditions are right and that the price is showing signs of continued downward momentum. Setting a stop-loss order just above the second peak can help manage risk effectively.

Step 4: Setting Profit Targets

A general rule for calculating profit targets after a Double Top pattern is to measure the distance from the neckline to the top of the pattern and project that same distance downward from the point of the breakdown. This gives you a rough idea of how far the price might move after the pattern completes.

For example, if the price breaks the neckline at $50, and the distance from the neckline to the top is $10, your profit target would be $40. This helps you set a realistic target and exit the trade before the market reverses.

Step 5: Risk Management

Effective risk management is crucial when trading any pattern, and the Double Top is no exception. Use a stop-loss order to limit potential losses if the price moves against you. Since breakouts can sometimes be false signals, a stop-loss just above the second peak will protect you from unnecessary losses if the price re-enters the prior range.

Additionally, adjusting your position size according to the risk tolerance and the size of your FundedElite account is essential for long-term profitability.

Conclusion

Trading the Double Top Pattern can be a highly effective strategy when executed with precision and discipline. By following the steps outlined in this guide—identifying the pattern, waiting for confirmation, entering at the right time, setting profit targets, and practicing strong risk management—you can increase your chances of success. Whether you are trading forex, stocks, or other financial instruments with a FundedElite account, mastering the Double Top Pattern is a powerful tool in your trading arsenal.

By consistently refining your skills and understanding the nuances of chart patterns like the Double Top, you’ll be better equipped to make informed, profitable trades.

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The Role of Trading Value in Technical Analysis

Technical analysis is a fundamental aspect of trading that helps investors and traders make informed decisions by studying past market data. Among the various factors that influence technical analysis, trading value (or volume) plays a crucial role. Trading value represents the total amount of a security traded over a given period and is used to confirm trends, identify reversals, and assess market strength. This article explores the importance of trading value in technical analysis and how traders utilize it to enhance their strategies.

Understanding Trading Value

Trading value, often referred to as volume, is the total quantity of a financial asset traded within a specific timeframe. It indicates the level of activity surrounding a particular security and provides insights into market sentiment. When trading value is high, it suggests strong interest in the asset, whereas low trading value indicates reduced participation.

Volume is an essential component of technical analysis because it helps validate price movements. If a price trend is accompanied by high volume, it is more likely to be sustainable. Conversely, a price move on low volume might be weak and short-lived. Understanding trading value allows traders to distinguish between genuine market movements and potential price manipulations.

The Importance of Trading Value in Technical Analysis

1. Confirmation of Trends

One of the primary roles of trading value in technical analysis is to confirm trends. When prices move in a particular direction, traders look at volume to determine whether the trend has strong support. A bullish trend accompanied by increasing volume signals strong buying interest, making it more likely to continue. On the other hand, a declining market with rising volume suggests strong selling pressure, reinforcing the downward movement.

For example, if a stock is rising but volume remains low, it may indicate weak interest, suggesting a possible reversal. Conversely, if the stock rises with a significant increase in volume, the uptrend is likely to continue.

2. Identifying Market Reversals

Trading value can also signal potential market reversals. Sudden spikes in volume often precede major price reversals. This is because large institutional traders and investors enter or exit positions, leading to abrupt changes in market direction.

A common reversal pattern is the "volume climax," where a stock experiences a surge in trading volume at a market top or bottom. If a security has been in an uptrend and suddenly experiences heavy volume with little price gain, it could indicate that buying pressure is exhausted and a reversal may be imminent. Similarly, during a downtrend, a sharp increase in volume with price stabilization may suggest a bottoming-out phase.

3. Breakout and Breakdown Confirmation

Breakouts occur when an asset's price moves above a key resistance level, while breakdowns happen when it falls below a support level. Trading value plays a crucial role in confirming these movements.

For a breakout to be valid, it should be accompanied by a significant increase in volume. This indicates that buyers are strongly supporting the move, increasing the likelihood of sustained upward momentum. If the breakout occurs on low volume, it may be a false breakout, where the price quickly returns to its previous levels.

Similarly, a breakdown below a critical support level should be confirmed by high trading value, indicating strong selling pressure. A low-volume breakdown may lack conviction and could result in a rebound.

4. Divergence Analysis

Volume divergence occurs when price movement is not supported by corresponding changes in trading value. This divergence can signal a weakening trend and potential reversal.

For instance, if a stock continues to rise but volume starts decreasing, it suggests that buying interest is waning. This could indicate an upcoming price decline. Similarly, if a stock is in a downtrend but trading value starts increasing, it could mean selling pressure is reducing, and a reversal to the upside might be near.

5. Assessing Market Strength

Market strength is a key component of technical analysis, and trading value helps traders gauge it effectively. Strong trends are usually accompanied by high volume, while weak trends show declining volume. By analyzing volume patterns, traders can assess whether a trend has the strength to continue or if a potential reversal is on the horizon.

Key Volume-Based Indicators

To effectively use trading value in technical analysis, traders often rely on volume-based indicators. Some of the most popular ones include:

1. On-Balance Volume (OBV)

OBV is a cumulative volume indicator that adds volume on up days and subtracts it on down days. It helps traders identify whether volume is supporting the price trend. A rising OBV suggests that buying pressure is increasing, confirming an uptrend, while a declining OBV indicates selling pressure, supporting a downtrend.

2. Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)

VWAP calculates the average price of a security, weighted by volume. It is often used by institutional traders to assess whether the current price is overvalued or undervalued relative to average trading levels. If the price is above VWAP, it suggests a bullish trend, while a price below VWAP indicates a bearish trend.

3. Accumulation/Distribution (A/D) Line

The A/D line measures the flow of money into or out of a security. If the A/D line is rising while the stock price is declining, it signals that accumulation (buying) is occurring, which could lead to a price reversal. Conversely, a falling A/D line with a rising price suggests distribution (selling), warning of a potential downturn.

4. Chaikin Money Flow (CMF)

CMF is another volume-based indicator that assesses buying and selling pressure over a specific period. A positive CMF value indicates strong buying pressure, while a negative CMF suggests selling dominance. Traders use CMF to confirm price trends and potential reversals.

Practical Application of Trading Value

To illustrate the significance of trading value in technical analysis, consider a scenario where a stock is experiencing a bullish breakout above a resistance level. If the breakout is accompanied by a substantial increase in volume, it validates the movement, encouraging traders to enter long positions. However, if the breakout occurs on low volume, traders may be skeptical and wait for further confirmation before acting.

Using a Demo Account, traders can practice identifying such patterns without financial risk, refining their strategies before committing real capital.

Similarly, if a stock is declining and reaches a significant support level with high volume, traders might anticipate a breakdown and prepare for further downside. But if volume is low, the support level may hold, leading to a potential price rebound.

Conclusion

Trading value is an essential component of technical analysis that helps traders confirm trends, identify reversals, and assess market strength. By analyzing volume patterns and utilizing volume-based indicators, traders can make more informed decisions and improve their trading strategies. Trillium Financial Broker emphasizes the importance of understanding trading value, allowing investors to differentiate between strong and weak price movements, ultimately leading to better market predictions and profitable trades.

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Bitcoin Futures vs Spot Ratio Hits Annual Low, Increasing Liquidation Threats

Key Points

Bitcoin (BTC) futures-to-spot trading volume ratio has hit its lowest level in 2025.

This decrease raises concerns about potential market instability and increased liquidation risks.

Glassnode co-founders Yann Allemann and Jan Happel have noticed a significant decline in the ratio of Bitcoin (BTC) futures trading volume to spot trading volume. This ratio has reached its lowest point in 2025. This information was shared through their X account Negentropic, adding to the growing concerns about the stability of the cryptocurrency market.

Increased Market Volatility as Bitcoin Struggles

Currently, Bitcoin is finding it challenging to reclaim the significant price range of $97,200–$98,500. Allemann and Happel emphasized that reaching this range is critical for Bitcoin to break out towards the highly anticipated $100,000 mark.

Negentropic recently reported that the $100,000 target appears within Bitcoin’s reach. However, they also noted that it might not be immediately achievable due to persistent market volatility and liquidations. They suggested that the real market direction would become evident after key events such as the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) speeches, Tuesday’s US Fed Chair Powell’s testimony, and the US CPI reports.

Over the past few weeks, the market has experienced false breakouts and failed breakdowns, leading to increased volatility. Despite these challenges, the fight for recovery continues.

Concerns Over the Bitcoin Futures Market

As previously mentioned, the Bitcoin futures-to-spot ratio is at its lowest in a year. This indicates a significant slowdown in futures trading activity compared to spot trading.

While this may seem positive, a sudden surge in futures trading could lead to a wave of forced liquidations. This could result in increased selling pressure, causing greater price fluctuations and making Bitcoin’s path to $100,000 more uncertain.

At this point, traders are advised to be cautious and closely monitor Bitcoin’s price, particularly how it performs within the given range. If Bitcoin fails to establish solid support, further liquidations could occur, further impacting the market.

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Ali Sharif AlAskari’s Israel operations bypass sanctions, generating massive profits that fund

extremist organizations, including #Hezbollah.

Fraudulent Investments:

Abbas Sherif AlAskari lures investors into fake ventures in real estate, gold trading, and more. He

ensures funds disappear into a network of #shell companies, leaving victims #defrauded and powerless. Cutting-Edge Technology:

Mohammad Tabrizian’s Israeli connections extend into AI and drone systems through family ties

in Canada. These technologies are linked to Iranian military operations, deepening geopolitical tensions. Global Impact: Funds from these activities destabilize economies and #fuel extremism. Exploitation of global trade and finance systems highlights vulnerabilities in international oversight. The fight against these #illicit networks is far from over, and it requires the collaboration of nations, agencies, and communities to ensure that justice is served. Only through concerted effort can we hope to take down #Mohsen Fallahian’s Israeli associates, putting an end to their

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