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Genesis & DCG Meltdown? | Was 2021 Just a Gigantic PONZI?

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The Rise and Fall of Crypto: A Bull Market Analysis

This chapter explores the emergence of the 2021 crypto bull market, questioning its legitimacy while examining the roles of key players like Barry Silbert and institutions such as Grayscale and Genesis. It highlights the cyclical nature of the market, characterized by speculative behavior driven by greed for yield, and uses the metaphor of the 'euthanasia roller coaster' to illustrate investor fatigue during downturns. The discussion also covers significant events like the collapse of Terra Luna and the implications of regulatory actions, setting the stage for understanding the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.

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