On Background: Bad Actors on the Blockchain
Against the Rules with Michael Lewis
Unmasking the FTX Heist
This chapter explores the dramatic circumstances surrounding the withdrawal of half a billion dollars in cryptocurrency following the FTX bankruptcy. It examines the irony of cryptocurrency crime given its traceable nature and the inefficacy of anonymity in Bitcoin transactions. The narrative also highlights early research efforts to track Bitcoin movements and uncover user identities, focusing on the challenges and techniques involved in tracing digital assets.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
