Desperate stock-boosting move recalls 2017's "Long Island Blockchain" frenzy.

Allbirds announced a deal with American Exchange Group to sell its intellectual property and other assets for $39 million in March.

Desperate stock-boosting move recalls 2017's "Long Island Blockchain" frenzy.

Rebrand as NewBird AI sent shares up 582% in bizarre and rapid turnaround for firm that had fallen on hard times

The company is selling off its shoe brand as it plans to shift to providing technology infrastructure.

This surge of speculative buying reflects a broader return of animal spirits among small traders.