Unchained Writing the Book on FTX’s Downfall: ‘It Was All Just Sam’ - Ep. 490
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May 9, 2023 Brady Dale, a seasoned writer and reporter at Axios, dives deep into the FTX scandal in his new book, revealing the pivotal role Sam Bankman-Fried played in the company's downfall. He discusses the rapid timeline of his book's completion and shares insights on the responsibilities behind FTX's collapse. Brady explores whether SBF will plead guilty and reflects on crypto's drifting from its original cypherpunk ideals. With his unique perspective, he also critiques the potential for crypto's 'dot-com bust' and the industry's uncertain future.
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eBooks and Blockchain
- Brady Dale's interest in blockchain stemmed from a desire to solve the eBook ownership problem.
- He discovered Imogen Heap's Mycelia project, a secondary market for digital music, and saw its potential for eBooks.
Crypto and Energy
- Dale believes concerns about crypto's environmental impact are unsophisticated.
- He argues decentralized tech can improve energy distribution, citing Brooklyn's post-Sandy solar panel issues.
Book Deal Origin
- Dale's book deal originated from a Tech Meme Ride Home podcast appearance.
- An editor heard his FTX explanation on the podcast and contacted him, leading to the book.
