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 <li>BunkerCoin’s “shortwave radio” token with complex tech baffled many in the crypto community.</li> 
 <li>Vitalik Buterin’s “degen communism” sparked amusement with its chaotic ideology twist.</li> 
 <li>Bankless co-host’s shift to Solana Foundation amused enthusiasts with its subtle jabs at Ethereum.</li> 
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<p>Every year, the crypto industry experiences some crazy pranks on April Fool’s Day. From Vitalik Buterin touting “degen communism” to white papers proposing bizarre tokens, here are some of the wildest April Fool’s jokes that nearly fooled Crypto&nbsp; this year:</p> 
<p>1. BunkerCoin’s Radio Waves</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">If you are into mainstream adoption, pivot to bunkers <a href="https://t.co/xAwzf8TF5m">pic.twitter.com/xAwzf8TF5m</a></p>— toly 
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<p>Anatoly Yakovenko, Solana’s CEO, introduced BunkerCoin, a token supposedly transmitted via shortwave radio channels. Packed with buzzwords, the joke left many scratching their heads.</p> 
<p>2. Vitalik’s “Degen Communism”</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Degen communism: the only correct political ideology<a href="https://t.co/CpFdMGCsJg">https://t.co/CpFdMGCsJg</a></p>— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) <a href="https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin/status/1774796986732187715?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2024</a>
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<p>&nbsp;Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin coined “degen communism” as the ideal political philosophy for crypto. With chaotic rules aligned with common good, it’s a playful jab at memecoins.</p> 
<p>3. Bankless Co-host’s Switch</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sad to announce that my time at <a href="https://twitter.com/BanklessHQ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BanklessHQ</a> has come to a close<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f622.png" alt="😢" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"><br><br>But, the Bankless mission still burns in my heart<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/2665.png" alt="♥" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"><br><br>In pursuit of that mission, I'm stepping into VP of Decentralization at the Solana Foundation!<br><br>Stoked to work with <a href="https://twitter.com/aeyakovenko?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@aeyakovenko</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/Austin_Federa?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Austin_Federa</a> on Solana!<br><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f447.png" alt="👇" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> <a href="https://t.co/hinGwa3D6o">pic.twitter.com/hinGwa3D6o</a></p>— DavidHoffman.eth/acc
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<p>&nbsp;Ethereum maximalist David Hoffman joked about joining Solana, sparking laughter in the community. His role as “VP of Decentralization” teased Ethereum’s critics.</p> 
<p>4. BitMEX’s GBTC Outflow</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">APRIL FOOLS!<br><br>It's $303m of outflow <a href="https://t.co/IqoyvgbS9m">https://t.co/IqoyvgbS9m</a></p>— BitMEX Research (@BitMEXResearch) <a href="https://twitter.com/BitMEXResearch/status/1774918733464572120?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2024</a>
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<p>BitMEX Research fooled many with a post claiming Grayscale Bitcoin Trust had zero outflows. The prank garnered attention before the truth emerged.</p> 
<p>5. juiceBox’s Fake Funding</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">BUCKO <a href="https://t.co/OTBcPvBC79">https://t.co/OTBcPvBC79</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ha9IYCiIna">pic.twitter.com/Ha9IYCiIna</a></p>— Spreek (@spreekaway) <a href="https://twitter.com/spreekaway/status/1774888303847690291?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2024</a>
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<p>&nbsp;juiceBox’s $69 million funding prank caused a stir, leading to a surge and subsequent drop in token price. The delayed clarification left users frustrated.</p> 
<p>6. Tom Emmer’s Crypto Posts</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Gary Gensler is great for U.S. capital markets.<br><br>April Fools!</p>— Tom Emmer (@GOPMajorityWhip) <a href="https://twitter.com/GOPMajorityWhip/status/1774904574656286786?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2024</a>
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<p>&nbsp;Tom Emmer’s praise for Gary Gensler and the SEC, followed by “April Fools”, entertained many. His playful jabs at regulatory bodies added humor to the day.</p> 
<p>7. Waves’ AI Chain</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Waves?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Waves</a> is rebranding into AI chain and <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24waves&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$waves</a> ticker will be replaced with <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24AI&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$AI</a> ! Also Waves will merge with GPT!</p>— Sasha.waves (@sasha35625) <a href="https://twitter.com/sasha35625/status/1774733511573811341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2024</a>
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<p>Waves’ founder joked about rebranding as an AI Chain and merging with GPT. The announcement caused a price surge, highlighting the community’s appetite for fun.</p> 
<p>In 2024, these jokes brought laughter and amusement to the crypto industry, showcasing its vibrant and playful spirit. April Fool’s Day in the crypto industry isn’t just about pranks; it’s a testament to the community’s creativity and sense of humor. These jokes, while lighthearted, add to the industry’s dynamic nature, fostering camaraderie and making even the most serious topics enjoyable.</p> 
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