
Did BASE Rug Everyone? Plus Is Crypto Legislation Moving Too Fast? w/ Laura Shin
The Milk Road Show
Unraveling the Controversy of Base and Tokenization in Crypto
This chapter examines the recent launch of the cryptocurrency Base, which tokenized a social media post and experienced a significant market cap surge. The discussion contrasts this approach with traditional meme coins, highlighting the ethical expectations of major companies like Coinbase in the crypto industry.
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Laura Shin (Unchained Podcast) to unpack the truth behind the BASE is for everyone debacle, Zora’s airdrop timing, and why “content coins” might just be the future… or a giant distraction.
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The information presented in this video is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered as financial, legal. The views and opinions expressed by the speakers, are their own and do not constitute professional advice. Investing in cryptocurrencies carries significant risks, including the potential for substantial losses.