Crypto Collapse and Controversial Advertising

This chapter explores the bankruptcy of BlockFi, a cryptocurrency lender, in the wake of the FTX collapse, highlighting the impact on individual investors and the regulatory challenges faced by the company. It juxtaposes this financial crisis with the contentious backlash against Balenciaga's recent ad campaign featuring disturbing imagery involving children, prompting discussions about accountability in both the crypto and fashion industries. Through personal stories and broader societal implications, the chapter calls for a critical examination of trust, ethics, and the consequences of unchecked corporate practices.