"Roaring Kitty Faces E*Trade Ban Amid GameStop Stock Controversy"
TL;DR
ETrade is considering removing Keith Gill, known as "Roaring Kitty," from its platform over concerns of stock manipulation related to his recent GameStop stock purchases. Gill, who has a significant following on social media, posted memes that spurred a renewed buying frenzy of GameStop shares, leading to substantial gains in his portfolio. ETrade is worried about the potential manipulation and the backlash from Gill's followers if he is removed.
- 'Roaring Kitty' could get kicked off E*Trade for GameStop stock manipulation Quartz
- 'Roaring Kitty' post seems to show trader held on to giant GameStop stake after Monday's rally CNBC
- Who Is Keith Gill? The Meme Lord Is Back The Wall Street Journal
- GameStop is just one part of a jumpy summer start for markets: Morning Brief Yahoo Finance
- Roaring Kitty's GameStop options up millions, but cashing in may be tricky Reuters
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