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Against the Rules with Michael Lewis

On Background: Crypto Skeptic Proven Right

May 16, 2023
31:51

Episode guests

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Quick takeaways

  • Molly White highlights the flaws of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as a currency, inflation hedge, and transactional tool.
  • White challenges the extreme beliefs of Bitcoin maximalists and emphasizes the importance of trust in society and financial systems.

Deep dives

Summary of Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon

Michael Lewis announces his new book, Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon, which explores the story of Sam Bankman Fried, the founder of crypto exchange FTX. Lewis takes readers on a journey to understand Bankman Fried's motivations and the implications of his remarkable rise and fall. The book offers an intimate look at the enigmatic tycoon, challenging prevailing narratives and shedding light on the unconventional path that led to FTX's collapse.

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