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#159 – Richard Craib: WallStreetBets, Numerai, and the Future of Stock Trading

Lex Fridman Podcast

CHAPTER

The WallStreetBets Phenomenon

This chapter examines the remarkable influence of the WallStreetBets subreddit on the stock market, particularly focusing on the GameStop situation. It highlights the collective actions of individual investors, the mechanics of short selling and short squeezes, and the ethical considerations surrounding these trading strategies. Moreover, the discussion reflects on the dynamics of decentralized communities and their challenge to traditional financial elites, all while addressing the unpredictability of modern investing.

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