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Unraveling Financial Scandals: The FTX Controversy

This chapter explores the financial scandals involving Alameda Research and FTX, spotlighting the crucial role of citizen journalism and amateur investigators. It contrasts traditional media efforts with grassroots reporting in exposing fraud within the cryptocurrency sector, while also highlighting the challenges faced by journalists in understanding complex blockchain issues.

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