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Sam Bankman-Fried and the fall of a crypto empire

Planet Money

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This chapter explores the dramatic rise and downfall of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange and its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, who became a representation of crypto's volatility. It examines the effect of FTX's collapse on popular culture and personal finance, while also addressing the broader implications for the economy and the impact of sudden financial changes.

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