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The Most Common BeerMoney Sites May/2026: Please Don't Create Threads Or Comments Promoting These

GAIN.GG [International*]

New users can start out with 100 coins by using the above link. Gain is a GPT site that allows you to complete offers, surveys and more to earn coins. Gain operates in many countries. New users can start out with 100 coins by using this link. — Payment Proof.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, DE and UK.}

↪ No screwy point to dollar conversion ratios. 1,000 coins = $1.

↪ Age minimum: 13+

↪ Offers: Surveys, Offer Walls and Tasks

↪ Payout: [Low minimum cashout starting at $0.50 for Crypto & Gift Cards | Minimum: $7.50 PayPal] Paypal, ACH Bank Transfer (US only), BTC, LTC, DOGECoin, Dash, Amazon, Prepaid VISA, and more.

TIPS:

• Daily bonus coins from 10-100 depending on your user level, claim them every 24h on the Gain Offerwall if you've earned at least 1000 coins that month.

• Earning any amount automatically enters you into an hourly, 24/7 1000 coin giveaway AND an every 10-minute 200 coin lottery, also JUST for earning any amount.

CashInStyle [International*]

Members get cash or gift cards for online activities like playing games, watching videos, completing offers, taking surveys, shopping online and much more. By taking surveys and sharing your opinion on topics, you will be helping companies/businesses to make better decisions by understanding your feedback.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ Age minimum: 18 years old.

‌↪ Offerwalls: 90% rates; no need to make a profit as to focus on growing surveys business.

↪ Offers: Surveys, Offer Walls, Tasks, and Videos.

↪ Contests: Monthly & bi-weekly earnings; referral contests every 10 days.

↪ Withdrawal options ($2 minimum) include PayPal, Tremendous (gift cards) or crypto (Litecoin & Bitcoin). Instant payouts for eligible users (Gold+).

TIPS

‌• Users who sign up through the above link receive a $2 bonus after earning their first $10.

EarnLab [International*]

EarnLab is a GPT platform where users can earn rewards like Cryptocurrency, Gift cards, and Cash by completing tasks such as filling out surveys, playing games, and watching videos. New users who use the above link get $0.25 and 3 free boxes.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ They offer a daily and monthly leaderboard with a prize pool of $50 and $2,500. 1,000 EarnLab coins = $1 USD

‌↪ VIP program with exclusive benefits like promotional bonuses, weekly and monthly bonuses based on your earnings.

↪ Offers: Surveys, Offer Walls, Tasks, and Videos.

↪ Withdrawals are usually processed within minutes. 24/7 live support and a comprehensive helpdesk.

↪ 20+ withdrawal methods, including crypto (BTC, ETH, LTC), PayPal, Visa, ACH, and a wide selection of gift cards.

TIPS

‌• Users who sign up through the above link receive an extra $0.25 and 3 free boxes.

SwagBucks [International*]

This is one of the oldest, most well known GPT (Get-Paid-To) sites. They have plenty to offer, so you shouldn't get too bored. You can earn bonus points for meeting your daily goals, and you can earn up to 300 points ($3) for meeting your goal each day. They have one of the largest selections of rewards available, so you should easily find something you like. — Payment Proof. / Is it available in my country?

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ Age minimum: 13

↪ Offers: Mobile and Desktop Videos, Surveys, Polls, Offer Walls, Tasks, Special offers, Coupons, Games, Search bar, Limited Time Codes, Download offers, Cash Back from Shopping, Swago (like Bingo) and more.

↪ Payout: [Minimum: $3] Amazon, PayPal, Prepaid VISA, Wal-Mart, PSN, Xbox, Sweepstakes, Charity and many more.

TIPS:

‌• Earn up to 300 SB ($3) for meeting your goals for 7, 14, 21 and 30 days in a row.

• Once a month you can redeem a $25 gift card for 12% off.

• After signing up check out these guides for some high paying offers. You can find more on the Swagbucks subreddit too.

Upside | Code: FJD2P

Upside is an app available on both Android and iOS that gives you cashback on gas and restaurant purchases. You can earn up to $0.25 per gallon of gas (or more with refs and bonuses), and 2-16%+ at restaurants. All you need to do is add your credit card, activate the offer, and then make a purchase using that card within the next few hours. Some locations allow you to get cash back for purchasing gift cards to use at these locations.

↪ Age minimum: 16

↪ Offers: Cash back on certain gas and restaurant purchases.

↪ Payout: [Minimum: $1.01 PayPal - $10 GC] Gift Cards, PayPal, Bank Transfer

TIPS:

‌• If you’re planning to invite friends, keep an eye out for the bonuses! Upside runs promotions frequently where you and your friend can get extra when they make their first purchase

• You will earn money from every gallon of gas your friend buys, and from their referrals as well

• They give you the $/gallon back specified regardless of what you spend at the pump, which means it is possible to earn more than you spend

PrizeRebel [International*]

PrizeRebel is a GPT (Get-Paid-To) site that has many offer walls and survey routers available. You can earn bonus points for meeting your daily goals, and they have bi-monthly contests that reward the top earners. They also have a Level system that offers bigger referral incentives, prize discounts, special bonuses, and automatic prize processing. You level up by earning more points. — Payment Proof.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ Age minimum: 16

↪ Offers: Surveys, Offer Walls, Tasks, Videos, and Earning Contests.

↪ Payout: [Minimum: $2] Amazon, PayPal, VISA, Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Raffles and many more.

↪ Referral Incentive: 15-30% of what your referrals earn for life.

TIPS:

• Meet your daily goal each day to earn bonus points.

Fetch Rewards Invite Code: REFERRAL [US, Puerto Rico]

Fetch is an app available for both Android and iOS where users earn money for scanning receipts and for purchasing specific products or brands. You get points for every receipt from a grocery retailer, supermarket, club wholesaler, home improvement/hardware store, pet store or convenience stores, regardless of what you buy. You can get additional points for purchasing specific products or specific brands. Receipts cannot be more than 2 weeks old. It can also be set it up to passively collect e-receipts. — Payment Proof.

↪ Age minimum: Age of majority in your jurisdiction (Usually this is 18).

↪ Offers: Cash back for scanning receipts and buying specific products or brands.

↪ Payout: [Minimum $3] Amazon, Target, Best Buy, Xbox, Applebee's and many more.

↪ Referral Incentive: Both the referrer and the referred user get $2-5 when they scan their first receipt. The exact amount varies depending on the current promotion. This is close to or above the minimum cash out amount.

TIPS:

• Make sure to check for rebates on any items you regularly stock up on.

• You don’t need to add rebates before purchasing items.

GG2U.org [International*]

GG2U is a GPT (Get-Paid-To) site. The website is a bit outdated looking, and it can feel clunky at times, but don't let that fool you. GG2U has a few offer walls and plenty of survey routers available. The customer support is great as well. The owner responds pretty quickly and is always willing to help out. This site is focused on gamers and has some gaming tasks, but there are plenty of things to do for non-gamers as well. — Payment Proof.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ Age minimum: 13

↪ Offers: Surveys, Offer Walls, Tasks, Videos, Gaming Tasks, Listening To Radio, Cash Back, and Promotional Link Shortener.

↪ Payout: [Minimum: $7] PayPal, BTC to Coinbase, Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Google Play, iTunes, Nintendo eShop, Playstation GC, Steam, Target, Walmart, Xbox GC

TIPS:

• For every 5 cash out requests, you get a Golden Token which will give you $1-7. This results in an average 7.8% higher payments if cashing out at the minimum each time.

• If you contact support, you can request to have your payouts issued at the minimum cashout amount rather than for your full balance. This will let you make the most out of the Golden Tickets.

Ibotta [US, Puerto Rico]

Ibotta is an app available for both Android and iOS that gives cash back for shopping in stores and then scanning your receipts to prove what purchases were made. They currently support over 300 stores. Most offers are for newer brands, but they often have well-known names such as Glade or Kraft. They also regularly have cash back deals for "any item" or "any brand". They frequently run deals for free products as well. You can also get cash back for shopping on sites such as Amazon and various services such as meal delivery. — Payment Proof.

↪ Age minimum: 18

↪ Offers: Cash back.

↪ Payout: [Minimum $20] Paypal, Venmo, Amazon, BestBuy, Starbucks and many more.

↪ Referral: Referred users get a $10 Welcome Bonus after redeeming their first brand name receipt. They also get a $5 bonus for their first Mobile Shopping offer, and an additional $5 bonus for their next in-store or mobile shopping offer. Referring users get $0-$10 for each referred user who receives their welcome bonus. The amount depends on the current promotion.

TIPS:

• Always check for the "Any Item" or "Any Brand" rebates before scanning a receipt.

• Check your account for bonuses. They often have bonuses for redeeming certain groups of rebates or for redeeming a certain number of rebates within a time limit.

• You can link your Facebook account in order to participate in teamwork bonuses with friends.

Brandclub [USA]

Brandclub is a cash back app that pays you for being loyal to brands. The rewards are higher than most other sites, and there are tons of brands available including generic brands. This app is a bit different than the others so it can seem confusing at first. You have to link one or more of your accounts to get your purchase history. When you buy a product or do a survey it will put the reward in a Locked status. You then need to make another purchase of an eligible product from that brand again in order to Unlock that reward. After the reward is Unlocked, you can cash it out. They also have Instant deals, which often are pretty good. You make the purchase online and then synch your account to earn.

↪ Age minimum: 18 years old

↪ Offers: Cash back for linking your accounts and buying from a large range of products

↪Payout: [Minimum: $10 | Maximum: $50 per 24 hours] PayPal, Venmo

TIPS

‌• Unlocked rewards expire after 365 days (these are the earned rewards)

‌• Locked rewards expire after 90 days (these are the potential rewards)

‌• Only works at Amazon, Walmart, Chewy, Target, Kroger, Best Buy, Safeway, Albertsons, Ralphs, and Fred Meyer

‌• You are required to verify your identity to cash out. They ask for general info like name, address, etc as well as a credit card (you can use a virtual card and immediately locked it). They also use Stripe to verify your identity with your Drivers License/Passport/etc and a selfie.

GamerMine [International*]

GamerMine is a GPT (Get-Paid-To) site with a bright and simple interface. Their website is very easy to navigate, and they have surveys, offers, videos, and leaderboards. They also have a chat and a feed for offers that other users recently completed.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ Age minimum: 13

↪ Offers: Surveys, Offer Walls, Tasks, Leaderboards, and more

↪ Payout: [Minimum: $0.25 crypto, PayPal] | LTC, PayPal ($0.25 fee no matter the withdrawal amount)

TIPS:

‌• Save your boosters (inside the treasure chest at the bottom of the page) for the higher paying offers, to make the most out of them. Check the Rewards page for upcoming/ongoing Booster Events where you can claim new boosters each day!

‌• Don’t forget to claim your daily login bonus! The amount scales based on your level.

Amazon Mechanical Turk [International*]

Mturk is a platform that allows clients to post a large number of jobs. It is a bit more professional than the typical /r/beermoney site. You work for "requesters" and they can approve or reject your submitted tasks, also known as HITs. You can earn a lot more money on this site than other typical /r/beermoney sites, but you need to pay attention to which jobs you accept. Not all HITs pay well. They do require some sensitive information from you for tax purposes. Not everyone gets approved to work here, and some people will be approved months or years after being rejected. — Payment Proof.

^{*This site is international, but most of the tasks are only available for the USA. International users can only redeem Amazon.com balance.}

↪ Age minimum: 18

↪ Offers: A large number of tasks including Surveys, Transcription, Translation, Website Testing, Data Entry and much more.

↪ Payout: [Minimum $0.01] Payments go directly to your bank account.

^{Note: All earnings are in USD, regardless of your country.}

↪ Referral Incentive: None

TIPS:

• Only do HITs that pay at least 10¢/minute. This gives you a rate of $6/hour. Mturk crowd forum and /r/hitsworthturkingfor are good places to check for higher paying HITs.

• It is better to return a HIT than to submit to if you are unsure whether the requester will approve it. Returning a HIT will not negatively affect you, but a rejection will.

• Scripts are allowed and encouraged. Checked /r/mturk for more tips and suggestions.

UserTesting [International*]

UserTesting is a usability testing site. You get paid to record your screen and speak aloud while performing a number of specified tasks. These tasks are generally related to testing a website or an app, but some tests may have you complete a survey, play a game, test new software, etc. At the start you may receive $3 sample tests, but after a while you will see $10 unmoderated tests. Moderated tests start at $30 per test, and usually require you to have a webcam. Payment arrives via PayPal exactly 7 days after your test is completed. — Payment Proof.

^{*The site is International, but most earning opportunities are for US, UK, CA and AU.}

↪ Age minimum: 18

↪ Offers: Usability testing

↪ Payout: [Minimum: None] PayPal

↪ Referral Incentive: None.

TIPS:

• Completing the unpaid surveys at the top may qualify you for additional tests.

• Make sure to follow instructions carefully, keep talking, and be professional. Keeping a high quality rating is essential if you want to receive plenty of tests.

Cash Back From Shopping Online

These sites give cash back on your online purchases. Online purchases require you to click their affiliate link prior to shopping. Ebates US has in-store offers as well. In-store purchases require you to link a debit/credit card and to active the offer prior to shopping. Most of these sites are International, but your shopping opportunities may be limited, and you will only get paid in the associated currency. — Ebates Payment Proof.

TIPS:

• Make sure to click on the "Shop Now" or “Get Cashback” button before adding items to your cart. Otherwise, your shopping trip may not count.

• You can only use one shopping portal per shopping trip. Attempting to use more than one may cause problems crediting your account.

• Disable any ad blockers while shopping.

• For US Users: Sometimes you can earn more cash back on Ebates or TopCashBack than the other for a particular store. Check both sites if you want to get the most cash back for each purchase.

• For TopCashBack UK Users: New users are automatically enrolled into the Plus membership. Downgrade to the Classic membership to avoid being charged £5/year.

	Rakuten (Ebates) US	TopCashBack US	Rakuten (Ebates) Canada	Ebates KR	Rebates JP	TopCashBack UK	TopCashBack IN	TopCashBack 中文
Age	18	18?	18	18	18	18	?	?
Payout Minimum	$5.01	$0.01	$5.01 CAD	KRW 5,001	?	£0.01	₹0.01	$0.01
Payout Types	Check, PayPal	VISA, PayPal, ACH, Gift Cards	Check, PayPal	Bank, PayPal, Naver Pay	?	Master Card, PayPal, BACS, Gift Cards, British Airways	Amazon Pay, NEFT, Paytm	PayPal, Amazon, UnionPay
New User Bonus	$10	$10	$5 CAD	KRW 5,000	?	?	₹100	?
Referral Incentive	$25	$10	$10 CAD	KRW 5,000	?	£5.00	₹200	$10

^{Some information is missing due to translation difficulties and signup problems. Please let us know if you know any of this missing information.}

Sites to Avoid: Definitely DO NOT post about or use these.

✖ FreeCash — Shady site, scammed their way onto the app stores, major tracking issues for high value offers compared to other GPT sites, banning and freezing of accounts for no reason, bad customer support after that is just a useless bot or no response at all. They are also known to ban users who complain on their subreddit as "defamation". We recommend not wasting your time when there are so many better options in the list above.

✖ Paidverts — Shady owner, sketchy site. Keeps doing debt swaps (cash to BAP). Do not post.

✖ Neobux — It isn’t really a scam, but they operate as a pyramid scheme. There’s money to be made online, but it’s definitely not there.

✖ MarketGlory — It does pay out, but the pay is absolutely ridiculous. The only way to make a decent amount of money is to have a lot of referrals, and referral whoring on this subreddit WILL result in a permanent ban.

✖ MindSumo — Not actually a /r/beermoney site. It’s only spam in this sub.

✖ G2A — Scam/sells stolen keys.

✖ Quickthoughts — Many reports of people being banned when trying to withdraw as of 10/2018. Do your due diligence before possibly wasting your time on this app.

✖ Sites with $100+ minimum — These sites usually offer higher than normal payments for simple tasks, with a high minimum to cash out. They are always scams.

✖ Generic news sites that pay you ridiculous amounts to read an article (two euros??) — Common sense should take care of this, but in case it doesn’t, it’s always a scam. The site is usually hosted somewhere in Eastern Europe, and you will never get paid.

✖ Free bitcoin sites/"faucets/cloud mining" (THIS INCLUDES QOINPRO) — This is not referring to those video-viewing/task sites (although they’re still paying fragments of a penny). I’m talking about sites that give you 0.000001BTC to fill a captcha (freebitco.in, dailybitcoins). Admittedly many beermoney sites pay low, but don’t even bother with these.

✖ Data Annotation (besides the megathreads) and AI training sites. Many of these are legit but some aren't and new ones keep popping up and being spammed daily on the subreddit. It's also more closer to online work or an online job than beer money.

Also: Bitcoin mining is NO LONGER PROFITABLE. If you're really so keen on getting bitcoins, doing so through an exchange is your best option.

Here are a few more scam sites and sketchy sites.

^{Please note that presence on this post does not imply that /r/beermoney or its moderators endorse the site or their views, actions, or policies. This list simply contains sites that are used by a large number of our users or are frequently mentioned on our subreddit.}

^{We frequently monitor data from all the sites on this list from various sources to ensure that users are able and interested in utilizing them and if they do, that they also are getting paid promptly and fairly for all work they do. We make adjustments to this list and the order of sites accordingly based on all the data we receive.}

Please make sure you follow the Rules of our subreddit and if you ever have any questions about anything beermoney related, please take a look at our extensive FAQ which should answer almost any question you might have.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hq9CwopUH1s

This is a fever dream of a digital age—a sprawling, surrealist tapestry where crochet patterns meet high-speed police chases, and the Grim Reaper is just another guy trying to manage an office.

Here is the story of The Day the Grid Glitched.

The Morning Shift

The day began in a flurry of #ModernCrochet and chaos. At the local craft guild, a "Magical Crochet Gargoyle Quitter" was throwing in the towel, leaving behind a trail of freeform stars and loose ends. Meanwhile, in the corporate underworld, the Grim Reaper CEO adjusted his tie at his administrative desk. "It’s my panel," he hissed to a room of trembling interns, "and you will respect the filing system."

Outside, the physical world was losing its grip on reality. A green avocado was spotted zip-lining across the forest canopy, screaming "Wee!" while a dairy cow and a buffalo experienced love at first sight on the prairie. It was beautiful, until the "Authorized Official Shambulance" sped by with off-key sirens, driven by a DoorDash driver who had clearly taken a wrong turn at the interstate.

The Midday Madness

By noon, the legal system was buckling. A divorce attorney was arguing for a 4% inflation alimony increase, while a stubborn police officer attempted to ticket a driver for doing 55 mph, despite the driver’s GPS claiming otherwise.

In the skies, things weren't much better. An airplane pilot abandoned the cockpit—not because of an emergency, but to fix a sewer leak in the bathroom. This left the County Sheriff’s helicopter pilot to pick up the slack, shouting the command code "Accel UR L8 twerk" into his AI navigator.

Back on the ground, the "Microwave Preventive Maintenance Team" (composed entirely of trolls in tin foil hats) was conducting a rigorous inspection of a breakroom, while nearby, a police officer and his best friend were formally interrogating a hairball.

The Evening Gala

As the sun set, a tarnished copper green armadillo drone took flight from the roof of a skyscraper, filming the most anticipated event of the year: the wedding of the Grim Reaper and the Reapress. They exchanged vows of "invisible threat control" while a dancing xenophobic xylophone provided the music.

However, the party was crashed by a Giant Plushy Octopus looking for hugs and a "Slip and Fall Droidbot" seeking a lawsuit settlement. In the corner, Holly Bitcoin gave tap dance lessons to a singing pickle, while a group of mushroom soldiers set up tents inside a refrigerator’s cooling system to escape the heat.

The Final Stitch

As the clock struck midnight on March 8, 2026, the digital world began to "URL barf." Google Meet was exposing phone numbers, and the #DreamTrackAI was telling everyone to "try again tomorrow."

The chaos finally settled into a quiet, bizarre peace. A Jack Rabbit and a Skunk shared a moment in the woods, and a single claymation blue bird tucked its family into a nest made of crochet scrap yarn. The world was a mess of unredacted reports, stuck cruise controls, and singing rainbows—but as the Star and Hammer cartoon faded to black, one thing was clear: nobody was above the law, but everyone was definitely above the limit for weirdness.

The scene opens on a high-stakes, high-altitude pursuit. Jack, a lanky cartoon cat with whiskers that twitch like radio antennas, is dangling from a vine. Hammer, a stout mouse wearing a tiny tool belt, is standing on Jack’s head, squinting through a pair of brass binoculars.

"Target sighted," Hammer squeaked, pointing a tiny paw toward the horizon. "And he’s moving fast."

Zip-lining across the triple-canopy rainforest at a reckless velocity was Avocado. He wasn't just a fruit; he was a daredevil with a pit of pure adrenaline. Wearing tiny goggles and a GoPro strapped to his pebbly green skin, Avocado let out a high-pitched, "WEEEEEEEE!" as he blurred past a troop of confused howler monkeys.

The Chase is On

Jack didn't have a zip-line, but he did have cartoon physics. He grabbed a passing toucan by the feet, and with a rhythmic "Bang! Bang!" of Hammer’s literal mallet against a hollow log to create a beat, they swung into the sky.

"We need to intercept him before he hits the Cloud Forest!" Hammer shouted over the wind. "If he zips into the 'Modern Crochet' sector, we'll lose him in the yarn fog!"

The Obstacles:

The Sourdough Rapids: A river of fermented dough they had to skip across.
The Giant Plushy Octopus: A sentient obstacle that tried to hug them mid-air.
The Interior Microwave Team: A group of trolls in tin foil hats who were trying to "inspect" the jungle for grease fires.

The Final Stretch

Avocado was gaining speed, his pit humming like a drone motor. He was headed straight for a transitional train scene—a steam engine locomotive puffing purple smoke across a trestle bridge.

"Now, Jack! Use the yarn smudging technique!" Hammer commanded.

Jack pulled a scrap of neon-pink crochet string from his pocket. With the grace of a Vaudeville performer defying gravity, he whipped the string forward. It looped around Avocado’s stem just as the fruit was about to clear the canopy.

ZIP—THWIP—BOING!

The tension on the crochet line acted like a bungee cord. Avocado didn't crash; he performed a perfect, mid-air 360-degree flip, his tiny goggles fogging up with joy.

The Landing

They all tumbled onto a soft mossy log near a Box Turtle who was busy falling in love with an Armadillo. Avocado bounced twice, his GoPro still recording the whole "Brainrot" investigation.

"Why were you running?" Jack panted, his fur standing up in static-electrified tufts.

Avocado adjusted his goggles and looked at them with wide, watery eyes. "Running? I wasn't running. I was just trying to get to the Holly Bitcoin Tap Dance Lessons before the early bird special ended."

Hammer looked at Jack. Jack looked at the Armadillo.

"Well," Hammer sighed, putting his mallet back in his belt. "At least we got the footage. This is going to kill on #DreamTrackAI."

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

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Company News

Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)

Performance Overview

1D Change: -0.33%

5D Change: -0.84%

News Volume: 194

Unusual Volume Factor: 2x

Meta Beats Q1 Earnings Expectations But Stock Plunges 7% on Elevated AI Spending Plans

Meta Platforms reported strong first-quarter 2026 results Wednesday, posting revenue of $56.31 billion versus estimates of $55.5 billion and earnings per share of $10.44, significantly beating the $6.67 consensus. The results marked the company's fastest revenue growth since 2021, with a 33% year-over-year increase. Advertising revenue reached $55.02 billion, while the company maintained a 41% operating margin. Despite the earnings beat, Meta shares dropped more than 7% in after-hours trading after the company raised its full-year capital expenditure guidance to $125-145 billion from a previous range of $115-135 billion. The increased spending, attributed to higher component pricing and additional data center costs to support future capacity, spooked investors concerned about the pace of AI investment. The company's Reality Labs division continued to lose money, recording a $4.03 billion operating loss in the quarter. Meta's user metrics showed Family Daily Active People reached 3.56 billion in March 2026, up 4% year-over-year, though the company noted a slight quarter-over-quarter decline driven by internet disruptions in Iran and restrictions on WhatsApp access in Russia. The company issued second-quarter revenue guidance of $58-61 billion, roughly in line with Wall Street's $59.5 billion estimate. In regulatory developments, the European Commission charged Meta with violating EU tech rules by failing to adequately prevent children under 13 from accessing Facebook and Instagram. Separately, Meta announced it would extend the operating life of some non-AI servers from six to seven years due to a memory chip shortage expected to persist through 2027. The company also launched stablecoin creator payouts in partnership with Stripe, enabling creators to receive USDC payments on Solana and Polygon blockchains across its 3.58 billion user platform. Meta's earnings were part of a critical day for Big Tech, with Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet also reporting results that could influence nearly $800 billion in combined market capitalization movement.

Alphabet Inc. (GOOG)

Performance Overview

1D Change: -0.05%

5D Change: 2.83%

News Volume: 165

Unusual Volume Factor: 1x

Alphabet Crushes Q1 Expectations as Cloud Revenue Surges 63% Past $20 Billion

Alphabet reported first-quarter earnings that significantly exceeded Wall Street projections, with revenue reaching $109.9 billion versus estimates of $107.2 billion and earnings per share of $5.11 beating expectations of $2.62. The standout performance came from Google Cloud, which posted $20 billion in revenue—a 63% year-over-year increase—marking the unit's strongest quarter on record. CEO Sundar Pichai announced that enterprise AI solutions have become the primary growth driver for Cloud for the first time, with revenue from AI-built products surging 800% year-over-year. The company reported it is currently compute-constrained, suggesting Cloud revenue would have been even higher without capacity limitations. Gemini Enterprise paid monthly active users grew 40% quarter-over-quarter, while the number of $100 million to $1 billion Cloud deals doubled compared to the prior year. Google's core advertising business also delivered solid results, with Search revenue hitting $60.4 billion and YouTube advertising revenue rising 11% to $9.88 billion. The company now counts 350 million paid subscribers across its services, including YouTube and Google One. U.S. viewers are watching over 200 million hours of YouTube content daily. Alphabet raised its 2026 capital expenditure guidance to $180-190 billion from the previous $175-185 billion range, with CFO Anat Ashkenazi indicating that 2027 capex will "significantly increase" from 2026 levels. About 60% of Q1 infrastructure investment went to servers, with 40% allocated to data centers and networking equipment. The company also highlighted operational milestones, including Waymo surpassing 500,000 fully autonomous rides per week and Gemini processing over 16 billion tokens. Alphabet increased its quarterly dividend by 5% to $0.22 per share. Shares rose approximately 3.7% in after-hours trading, outperforming fellow tech giants Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon, which all reported earnings the same day. The strong Cloud performance validated Alphabet's massive AI infrastructure investments and positioned the company favorably against competitors in the intensifying AI race.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)

Performance Overview

1D Change: 1.38%

5D Change: 3.11%

News Volume: 171

Unusual Volume Factor: 1x

Amazon Crushes Q1 Earnings with 71% EPS Beat as AWS Growth Accelerates to Fastest Pace in Three Years

Amazon reported first-quarter earnings that significantly exceeded Wall Street expectations, delivering EPS of $2.78 versus the $1.62 estimate—a 71% beat—on revenue of $181.52 billion compared to the $177.23 billion forecast. Operating income reached $23.85 billion, surpassing the $20.75 billion consensus, with operating margin expanding to 13.1% against expectations of 11.7%. The standout performance came from Amazon Web Services, which posted $37.59 billion in net sales versus the $36.68 billion estimate, marking 28% year-over-year growth excluding foreign exchange impacts. This represented AWS's fastest quarterly growth rate in over three years, driven by new data center capacity and increasing business from AI companies including Anthropic and OpenAI. AWS CEO Matt Garman disclosed that Amazon has committed approximately 7 gigawatts of capacity across these AI partnerships over the coming years. The company issued strong second-quarter guidance, projecting net sales of $194 billion to $199 billion, well above the $189.15 billion consensus estimate. Operating income guidance of $20 billion to $24 billion came in roughly in line with the $22.86 billion expectation. Amazon also announced Prime Day will return in June 2026. Despite the earnings beat, Amazon shares dipped slightly in after-hours trading, down approximately 1%, as record AI infrastructure investments offset the cloud acceleration. The company's capital expenditure for fiscal 2026 is projected to exceed $200 billion as it continues aggressive expansion of data center capacity to meet surging AI demand. The earnings report came on a critical day for Big Tech, with Microsoft, Meta, and Alphabet also reporting results. Options traders had priced in a potential 6-7% move for Amazon shares, representing part of an estimated $800 billion in combined market capitalization movement across the four tech giants. Wall Street analysts, including UBS which maintained its Buy rating with a $304 price target, remain optimistic about Amazon's AI expansion trajectory and AWS momentum.

Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)

Performance Overview

1D Change: 8.42%

5D Change: 5.99%

Starbucks Surges 10 Percent on Strong Quarter as Niccol Turnaround Gains Traction

Starbucks shares jumped 10 percent Wednesday after reporting strong second quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations and raising its full-year guidance. The coffee chain posted 7.1 percent comparable store sales growth in North America, marking its strongest quarterly performance in over two years and the highest traffic levels in three years. CEO Brian Niccol's multi-year turnaround strategy is showing tangible results. The company has reduced wait times to four minutes or less at 80 percent of locations, with further improvements expected from scheduled ordering rollout. Niccol emphasized the menu's flexibility across price points and indicated the company is working to sharpen cost management. Wall Street responded enthusiastically with widespread price target increases. Deutsche Bank raised its target to $120 from $114, Wells Fargo to $115 from $110, and BTIG to $115 from $105. Multiple firms including Evercore ISI, Morgan Stanley, and Baird maintained overweight or outperform ratings, with analysts seeing upside ranging from 4 to 20 percent. The stock hit a 52-week high of $104.82 during trading. The results mark a significant inflection point following consecutive quarters of improvement. North America comparable sales grew 4.0 percent in the first quarter before accelerating to 7.1 percent in the second quarter. Analysts characterized the performance as evidence the turnaround is finally taking hold, with several noting Niccol's fingerprints are clearly visible on the results. Despite the sales momentum, some analysts noted profits have not yet caught up to the revenue growth. The company faces ongoing challenges including employee concerns about bonus targets and intense competition in China's coffee market, where both Starbucks and Peet's plan continued expansion despite pricing pressures. Analyst sentiment was broadly positive, with firms maintaining buy-equivalent ratings while a handful including UBS, Guggenheim, and RBC Capital held neutral stances. The consensus view suggests the turnaround has credibility, though questions remain about sustaining momentum and margin improvement.

Seagate Technology Holdings Plc (STX)

Performance Overview

1D Change: 11.16%

5D Change: 11.05%

Seagate Surges to All-Time High as AI Data Storage Demand Drives Earnings Beat and Analyst Upgrades

Seagate Technology shares soared as much as 20 percent on April 29, hitting a 52-week high of $667.98 after the data storage company reported better-than-expected quarterly results and issued an upbeat profit outlook powered by surging AI-driven demand. The stock led a broader rally in data storage equities as investors bet on sustained growth from artificial intelligence applications requiring massive storage capacity. The company's strong performance prompted a wave of analyst price target increases across Wall Street. Rosenblatt Securities and Cantor Fitzgerald set the most bullish targets at $1,000 per share, representing 73 percent upside, citing Seagate's HAMR technology and cloud growth prospects. TD Cowen raised its target to $850 from $500, while Morgan Stanley increased its forecast to $767 from $582. Goldman Sachs lifted its target to $700 from $385, and Barclays raised its price objective to $750 from $625. Multiple firms including Wedbush, Evercore ISI, and Bank of America also increased their targets, with most maintaining buy-equivalent ratings. Jim Cramer highlighted what he called Seagate's smart moment, noting that AI applications reveal gigantic data needs driving strong demand for storage solutions. Analysts emphasized that data has become a strategic asset, with Susquehanna's Mehdi Hosseini predicting strong demand will sustain into the second half of the year. The positive sentiment extended to competitors, with Western Digital stock also gaining on optimism about the storage sector. Seagate declared a quarterly dividend of $0.74 per share. The earnings beat and robust guidance demonstrated what analysts described as unprecedented benefits from the AI boom for the hard disk drive manufacturer.

Visa Inc. (V)

Performance Overview

1D Change: 8.26%

5D Change: 7.62%

Visa Surges 9% on Strong Earnings Beat, Expands Stablecoin Settlement to Nine Blockchains

Visa shares jumped approximately 9% on Wednesday, marking the stock's best single-day performance since January 2022 and its strongest earnings reaction in four years. The payment giant topped second-quarter estimates on robust consumer spending, prompting multiple analyst upgrades with price targets ranging from $350 to $415. The company announced its largest revenue beat in years alongside an $8 billion share repurchase program, the highest buyback in Visa's history. The strong results added 170 points to the Dow Jones Industrial Average and led analysts to upgrade their outlook, with Morgan Stanley citing 24% upside potential. Visa significantly expanded its stablecoin settlement program, adding five new blockchains including Base, Polygon, Canton, Arc, and Tempo. The pilot program has reached a $7 billion annual run rate, with the network now supporting nine blockchains total. WeFi announced collaboration with Visa on stablecoin payment use cases, further advancing the company's digital currency initiatives. Analysts highlighted multiple growth catalysts. Wolfe Research projected substantial gains from the upcoming FIFA World Cup. BMO raised its price target based on payment volume stability, while one analyst suggested AI agents using card payments could drive future growth. Jim Cramer stated the rally may be just beginning despite the strong single-day gain. The positive momentum occurred despite earlier concerns about potential regulatory and legislative headwinds. Cantor Fitzgerald, Oppenheimer, Raymond James, and Evercore ISI all reiterated or raised their ratings following the earnings beat. The results provided a bright spot in a mixed earnings season and helped lift S&P 500 futures ahead of a Federal Reserve decision.

Earnings Events

AbbVie Beats Estimates as Biotech Sector Shows Mixed Results Amid Financing Activity

AbbVie exceeded quarterly expectations as newer immunology treatments compensated for declining Humira sales. Intellia Therapeutics fell 10.6% premarket after pricing a $180 million stock offering at $10.75 per share. Positive momentum emerged around several biotechs, with Praxis Precision Medicines anticipating FDA approval for ulixacaltamide and Ocular Therapeutix drawing attention following SOL-1 trial data. Mesoblast gained 2.5% premarket after completing patient recruitment for its phase 3 chronic back pain trial. Multiple companies announced conference presentations and clinical updates, while Candel Therapeutics secured a commercialization agreement with EVERSANA for potential prostate cancer treatment launch.

Carvana Reports Record First-Quarter Profit on Strong Used-Car Sales

Carvana exceeded Wall Street expectations with record first-quarter profit, driven by a 40% jump in vehicle sales and increased loan sales, sending shares surging.

Cheesecake Factory Beats Q1 Estimates on Comparable Sales Growth

The Cheesecake Factory reported first-quarter profit and revenue above analyst estimates, driven by comparable sales increases that outpaced industry performance, sending shares higher.

Oil And Gas Events

OPEC+ Set to Raise Oil Output Quotas by 188,000 BPD Without UAE Participation

OPEC+ is expected to approve an oil production quota increase of approximately 188,000 barrels per day at Sunday's meeting, excluding the UAE's 18,000 BPD share from the total 206,000 BPD hike. However, actual production increases may be limited as the Strait of Hormuz closure restricts most members' ability to boost output.

BP Signs Gas Exploration Deal with Venezuela as Energy Sector Revives

BP and Venezuela signed a memorandum of understanding for offshore natural gas exploration in the Loran area, marking progress in the country's energy sector revival following recent political developments. Italian energy company Eni also signed an agreement to restart heavy oil operations.

US Crude Exports Surge to Record 6.4 Million Barrels Per Day

US petroleum exports reached an all-time high of 14.179 million barrels per day last week, with crude exports alone hitting a record 6.438 million barrels daily. The surge reflects overseas buyers seeking alternatives to Middle Eastern oil amid Iran tensions, while domestic inventories and strategic reserves declined sharply.

Brent Crude Surges Above $119.50, Highest Since June 2022

Oil prices spiked Wednesday with Brent crude rising above $119.50 per barrel, its highest level since June 2022, following reports of potential U.S. military strikes against Iran. The surge pushed gasoline prices to their highest point since July 2022, with crude oil trading near $110 per barrel amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

Crypto Events

Bitcoin Struggles Below $80K as Fed Holds Rates While Institutional Players Signal Long-Term Confidence

Bitcoin traded in a volatile range between $75,000 and $77,800 this week as the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for the third consecutive meeting in a rare 8-4 split decision. The cryptocurrency failed to break through the $80,000 resistance level despite renewed institutional interest, with spot trading volumes on crypto exchanges falling to their lowest levels since 2023. Market sentiment remained divided as prominent investors offered contrasting outlooks. Cathie Wood maintained her bullish $730,000 price target for Bitcoin by 2030, while Paul Tudor Jones predicted $200,000 to $300,000 by year-end, citing dollar weakness. At the Bitcoin 2026 conference, Eric Trump highlighted institutional adoption, noting that JP Morgan Chase now offers Bitcoin-backed mortgages and that major holders including the U.S. government's 300,000 Bitcoin position are not selling. The XRP network experienced a 700% surge in tokenized treasuries, while Dogecoin showed signs of a potential breakout as compression patterns neared completion. However, Robinhood's earnings revealed crypto revenue slumped as prediction markets overtook digital assets in trading activity. Technical pressures mounted as Bitcoin spot ETF flows diverged from price action, with outflows continuing despite relatively stable prices above $77,000. A Coinbase survey indicated most crypto investors believe Bitcoin remains undervalued at current levels. Canada's proposed crypto ATM ban added regulatory uncertainty to markets already navigating geopolitical tensions and Fed policy concerns.

Visa Expands Stablecoin Settlement to Five New Blockchains as Volume Hits $7 Billion

Visa added Polygon, Base, Canton, Arc, and Tempo to its stablecoin settlement pilot program, which has reached a $7 billion annual run rate. The expansion marks a significant scaling of the payment giant's blockchain infrastructure. Separately, Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin launched on OKX exchange ahead of an XRP event in Las Vegas.

Meta Launches Stablecoin Creator Payments Across 3.58 Billion User Platform

Meta has begun paying creators in USDC stablecoin via Solana and Polygon blockchains in Colombia and the Philippines, partnering with Stripe. Separately, Visa expanded its stablecoin settlement program to include Polygon and Base networks, reaching a $7 billion annual run rate.

Macro Events

Powell to Remain Fed Governor After Chair Term Ends, Citing Legal Concerns

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced at his final press conference that he will continue serving as a Fed governor after his chairmanship ends on May 15th, though he plans to maintain a low profile. Powell indicated his decision stems from concerns over legal attacks and his commitment to Fed independence, stating he will not step down until a DOJ probe concludes. The move blocks a potential vacancy that would have given the administration a path to a board majority. Powell characterized recent criticism as "unprecedented" while emphasizing his role as a check and balance for the central bank's independence. The Fed maintained interest rates as expected during this final meeting under Powell's leadership.

Fed Holds Rates at 3.50-3.75% as Inflation Concerns Resurface

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 3.50-3.75% at Jerome Powell's final meeting as chairman, offering no guidance on future rate cuts. The central bank upgraded its inflation assessment from "somewhat elevated" to "elevated," citing global energy prices and Middle East tensions. Despite ongoing job gains and solid economic growth, the Fed emphasized heightened uncertainty in its outlook.

Treasury Yields Surge to Monthly Highs as Oil Prices Rise, Fed Cut Expectations Fade

US Treasury yields climbed to their highest levels since late March, with two-year yields jumping 7 basis points to 3.9% as rising oil prices and US-Iran tensions diminished expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Record Dissent in Powell's Final Meeting

The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates unchanged, but the decision drew four dissents—the highest level since 1992. The contentious vote marked the end of Chair Jerome Powell's eight-year tenure and revealed a significant internal split over monetary policy direction, clouding the outlook for future rate decisions.

Bank of Canada Holds Rate at 2.25%, Signals Cautious Approach

The Bank of Canada maintained its policy rate at 2.25% as expected, stating the current level appears appropriate. Officials indicated future rate changes will be modest if economic forecasts materialize, with inflation anticipated to peak in April.

US Housing Starts Surge to 2024 High as Mortgage Rates Drop to Three-Year Spring Low

US homebuilding jumped 10.8% in March to a 1.5 million annual rate, the highest since December 2024, exceeding forecasts. Single-family starts rose 9.7% to 1.03 million while multifamily construction also increased. The surge coincides with mortgage rates reaching their lowest level in three spring homebuying seasons. Meanwhile, Fannie Mae reported 5% net income growth in Q1 2026 driven by cost efficiency measures.

Yen Weakens Past 160 Per Dollar Following Bank of Japan Meeting

The Japanese yen fell past the critical 160-per-dollar threshold following the Bank of Japan's April meeting, reaching its weakest level since April 7. The dollar last traded up 0.2% at 159.995 yen as traders assessed the central bank's policy stance.

Traders Increase Bets on Fed Rate Hike by 2027

Market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike by April 2027 rose to 25 percent from 20 percent following the Fed's latest decision, with swaps pricing 50 percent odds of a 25 basis point increase.

Geopolitics Events

Putin and Trump Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire and Iran Crisis in 90-Minute Call

Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump held a 90-minute phone conversation Wednesday covering the Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, according to Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov. The call was described as "friendly and businesslike." On Ukraine, Putin proposed a ceasefire timed to coincide with Russia's May Victory Day celebrations, which Trump received positively. Trump indicated he suggested a brief ceasefire and believes Putin might announce one soon, though he characterized it as "possibly a small one." Putin accused Ukraine of employing "terrorist methods," while Trump expressed confidence that a deal to resolve the conflict is achievable. Regarding Iran, Putin voiced support for Trump's decision to extend the Iran ceasefire and presented ideas on Iran's nuclear program. Putin offered to help secure Iran's uranium stockpiles, but Trump said he told Putin he would rather see assistance in ending the Ukraine war. The leaders also discussed potential joint economic and energy projects. Trump separately commented that Iran's economy is deteriorating under the Hormuz blockade, which he called "genius" and "fool-proof." He stated Iran now possesses only a small fraction of its missile-making facilities and said the US is conducting phone negotiations with Tehran, urging Iran to reach an agreement.

Supreme Court Curbs Race-Based Redistricting in Major Voting Rights Ruling

The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's voting map and limited using race to create predominantly Black or Hispanic election districts under the Voting Rights Act. The constitutional ruling marks a significant victory for Republicans in redistricting battles.

Trump Fed Nominee Kevin Warsh Advances to Full Senate Vote

Kevin Warsh, President Trump's Federal Reserve chair nominee, cleared the Senate Banking Committee on Wednesday with a 13-11 party-line vote. The approval sends his nomination to the full Senate for final confirmation, marking a key step toward his potential appointment as Fed chair.

Pentagon Reports $25 Billion Spent on Iran War

Pentagon comptroller Jules Hurst disclosed the U.S. has spent approximately $25 billion on the Iran war since the joint U.S.-Israel campaign began February 28, marking the first complete public estimate of the conflict's costs.

US Indicts Sinaloa Governor and Nine Mexican Officials on Cartel Conspiracy Charges

The US Justice Department has indicted the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state along with nine current and former Mexican officials on drug trafficking and weapons charges. Prosecutors allege the defendants conspired with Sinaloa Cartel leaders to smuggle large quantities of narcotics into the United States in exchange for political support and bribes.

Trump Rejects Iran Nuclear Offer, Maintains Naval Blockade While Military Prepares Strike Options

President Trump has formally rejected Iran's proposal to ease restrictions before nuclear negotiations, insisting the U.S. naval blockade will remain until a deal is reached. Trump told Axios the blockade proves more effective than bombing, though he hasn't ruled out military action. The U.S. military has prepared contingency plans for potential short-wave strikes against Iran.

Former FBI Director James Comey Indicted Over Alleged Trump Threat

Former FBI Director James Comey surrendered at federal court following an indictment related to a seashell photo that officials claim constituted a threat against President Trump. Comey was released after his court appearance. His lawyer indicated plans to challenge the indictment as vindictive prosecution. Legal experts suggest the case presents significant hurdles for prosecutors and will likely prove challenging for the Justice Department to win.

Technology Events

Musk Testifies in OpenAI Trial, Calls Early Funding Decision Foolish

Elon Musk took the stand for multiple days in his trial against OpenAI, stating he "was a fool" for providing the company's initial funding as legal proceedings continue.

Uber Partners with Expedia to Add Hotel Bookings in Major Super-App Expansion

Uber is integrating Expedia hotel bookings into its US app, representing its largest travel market entry. The ride-hail company also introduced an OpenAI-powered voice booking feature and Shop for Me service, advancing its strategy to become a comprehensive super-app platform.

Apple to Unveil Siri Camera Mode and Enhanced Visual AI at June WWDC

Apple plans to announce iOS 27 updates at its June WWDC event, introducing a Siri camera mode and upgraded visual AI capabilities, with Visual Intelligence features integrated directly into the camera app.

Meta Extends Server Lifespan to Seven Years Amid Memory Chip Shortage

Meta is extending the operating life of its non-AI data center servers from six to seven years in response to a significant memory chip shortage, according to internal memos reviewed by the Wall Street Journal. The company faces a substantial server supply deficit, with the shortage expected to persist through 2027.

Fixed Income And Interest Rates Events

Treasury Yields Surge to Monthly Highs as Oil Prices Rise, Fed Cut Expectations Fade

Corporate Actions Events

Ackman's Pershing Square USA Debuts 16-18% Below IPO Price

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square USA opened at $42 on the NYSE, falling 16-18% below its $50 IPO price in a disappointing first-day performance for the high-profile fund launch.

Misc Events

Bloom Energy Sees Widespread Price Target Increases on Data Center Demand

Multiple Wall Street firms raised Bloom Energy price targets, with BTIG lifting to $295 and Morgan Stanley to $310, citing strong data center demand driving growth expectations.

Intellia Therapeutics Drops 10.6% on $180 Million Stock Offering

Intellia Therapeutics fell sharply in premarket trading after pricing a $180 million stock offering at $10.75 per share. Meanwhile, Wave Life Sciences received a Buy rating from Truist, and institutional investors adjusted healthcare holdings across CVS, HCA, and Elevance Health.

Real Estate Events

US Housing Starts Surge to 2024 High as Mortgage Rates Drop to Three-Year Spring Low

Currencies Events

Yen Weakens Past 160 Per Dollar Following Bank of Japan Meeting

[New Player] Would I enjoy this game?

I've been hooked on Escape from Duckov since it released having put over 300 hours into the game. For those of you that don't know, it's a singleplayer top down version of Tarkov, with ducks. I knew it was based on Tarkov but I didn't know to what extent till I finally decided to check out the game it is inspired by. Turns out two bosses were even added in a crossover event, Killa and Tagilla, they were tough as balls to kill in Duckov when I first encountered them, I was interested enough to see what the original bosses looked like and the devs did a great job of really porting them over as ducks with their original helmet designs from Tarkov.

I've been looking into Tarkov and already know that I would never enjoy the original PvP version of the game, but then I found out that there was a PvE mode and wondered if it would be something I would enjoy, seeing as I love the singleplayer game that mostly mirrors Tarkov.

Duckov has a story (though simple) with tons of quests and progression via player upgrades, quest rewards giving you gear and unlocking new items to buy at the stores. You find in the maps or even earn via quests research blueprints that allow you to craft stronger gear or items used for crafting other weapons or gesr. Of course you have the looting where you can get lucky and hit a rare item, like a GPU, LEDX, rare weapon etc. You can even build a Bitcoin mining machine and fill it with GPUs (turns out this was a Tarkov thing too and where it comes from) and build a black market (though trades are all randomly generated, I'm guessing in Tarkov this is a real market with human sellers?). Does Tarkov PvE have a story, quests and actual progression similar to Duckov? If so I might give it a try. I ask this because I'm not sure if Tarkov is a fully fledged experience in the singleplayer department in terms of content and progression in the same way as Duckov is.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Anyone know why CammyG is streaming this?

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Nobody showed up for Bitcoin Conference, Patel and Blanche address empty room

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