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EASY MONEY SUMMARY

Ben McKenzie with Jacob Silverman

Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud


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Easy Money by Ben McKenzie with Jacob Silverman delves into the world of
personal finance, providing practical tips and advice on how to manage money,
eliminate debt, and build wealth for a better financial future.

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? DELVE INTO THE INTRIGUE AND MECHANISMS THAT SHAPE THE WORLD
OF DIGITAL WEALTH.

As digital wallets eclipse traditional leather ones and decentralized ledgers
become the new financial norm, cryptocurrency emerges as the cutting-edge
paradigm. This intangible currency has captivated everyone from tech enthusiasts
to financial experts, all eager to unravel its mysteries.

Enter Ben McKenzie – TV star turned skeptic – unconvinced by the allure of
blockchain gold. While the world reveled in Bitcoin's promise of a decentralized
financial utopia, McKenzie dove deeper, probing beneath the glitz of digital
tokens to investigate the veracity of its underlying structure. Was
cryptocurrency truly the harbinger of a financial revolution, or was it just
another bubble waiting to burst?

In this Blink, you’ll learn about McKenzie's journey through the convoluted maze
of cryptocurrency. From its pioneering aspirations to its turbulent reality, and
the contrasting narratives that paint a picture far different from the
optimistic crypto evangelism. Discover how skepticism can sometimes be the
sharpest tool in a world blinded by the glitter of easy money.


THE ILLUSORY ALLURE OF CRYPTOCURRENCIES

In a world where trust in traditional financial institutions has eroded, the
allure of a decentralized currency, free from government intervention, is
palpable. Enter Bitcoin. Conceived as a beacon of transparency in the wake of
the 2008 financial crisis, Bitcoin promised peer-to-peer transactions,
eliminating the need for mediating banks or corporations. Yet, like so many
novel ideas, its reality differed from its idealized vision.

When Bitcoin debuted, its promise lay in bypassing the usual financial
gatekeepers. At the heart of its innovation was the blockchain – a timestamped
ledger that ensured each Bitcoin transaction was unique, solving the conundrum
of how to prevent double spending without centralized oversight. While the
concept was groundbreaking, its initial steps were shaky. Platforms such as the
Silk Road – an infamous online black market – were among the currency’s early
adopters. However, due to its inherent technical limitations and volatile
pricing, Bitcoin struggled to become the go-to currency for everyday
transactions. Rather than being a consistent store of value, it often resembled
a roller coaster in a theme park of financial instruments.

By the mid-2010s, a fresh perspective on Bitcoin emerged. Instead of being just
a digital currency, it was now seen as a rebellious alternative to the
conventional financial world – a world resistant to any governmental control.
This transformation was epitomized by the ICO – short for Initial Coin Offering
– craze between 2017 and 2018, where cryptocurrencies transitioned from being
mere tokens of exchange to speculative assets, drawing comparisons to the gold
rushes of yesteryears.

Yet, with great promise comes great scrutiny. As 2020 dawned, skeptics – like
Ben McKenzie – started observing the cryptocurrency landscape with a discerning
eye. Questioning its meteoric rise, McKenzie suspected that beneath
cryptocurrency’s gilded surface lay potential fraud, especially within
unregulated markets. His concerns were not mere conjectures. In fact, he was
willing to stake money on his beliefs, betting that Bitcoin's value would
plummet below $10,000 by the end of 2021.

The world of cryptocurrencies isn’t just about algorithms, blockchain, and
market speculation. It's about narratives – ones of hope, independence, and
resistance. But for every narrative there's a counter-narrative. McKenzie, with
his unconventional background and a keen eye for storylines, wanted to bring
balance to the discourse and unveil the potential pitfalls lurking beneath the
crypto craze.


THE TETHERED SUSPICION IN THE CRYPTO WORLD

Within the expansive and intricate landscape of cryptocurrencies, Tether
occupies a distinct position. As a stablecoin, it purports to be pegged 1:1 to
the US dollar, offering stability in a notoriously unpredictable digital
currency realm. Yet, even with an impressive market cap surpassing $60 billion,
the inner workings of Tether remain enigmatic. Its lean staffing of only about a
dozen and its notable lack of comprehensive audits have raised eyebrows and
fueled doubts about the legitimacy of its claims.

Scrutinizing Tether more closely reveals a series of red flags. From the
questionable backgrounds of its leadership to its veiled operations, there are
numerous indications of potential wrongdoing. The challenges of converting
Tether to actual dollars, combined with a glaring transparency deficit,
intensify these doubts about the currency’s legitimacy. Bitfinex'ed, a
pseudonymous Twitter critic, even branded Tether as a time bomb waiting to
detonate and potentially disrupt the entire crypto market. Bolstering this view,
Bitfinex'ed released compromising information about the firm, lending further
weight to these concerns.

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THE MIAMI MIRAGE: BITCOIN'S GRAND SPECTACLE

The sun-soaked streets of Miami were abuzz in 2022, as the city hosted a
spectacle of an entirely different nature – the Bitcoin 2022 conference.
Stepping into the throng, McKenzie found himself among an eclectic crowd. From
influencers clicking selfies to celebrities endorsing the digital gold and
fervent believers preaching the crypto gospel, the air was thick with
anticipation and a dash of the surreal.

However, as McKenzie meandered through the expansive exhibits, he couldn't shake
off the feeling that he was attending a grand sales convention, rather than the
epicenter of a financial revolution. Stalls lining the corridors peddled
everything from the mysterious NFTs to the very machinery powering crypto
mining. Amid this carnival-like atmosphere, McKenzie met Brock Pierce, the
enigmatic cofounder of Tether. Pierce's revelations – his nonchalance regarding
the glaring absence of Tether's audits, combined with hints at influential
government connections – did little to quell McKenzie’s reservations about the
industry giant.

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THE UNRAVELING: WHEN DIGITAL DREAMS MEET REALITY

The fervor of the Miami Bitcoin conference was ephemeral. By spring 2022,
ominous signs emerged, casting shadows over the cryptocurrency realm. The
implosion of the TerraUSD stablecoin and its Luna token ecosystem erased a
monumental $40 billion overnight, sounding global alarm bells. This precipitated
a vast downturn in the larger crypto market, reminiscent of a house of cards
collapsing.

This seismic shakeout claimed several behemoths. Notably, the ground gave way
beneath revered crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital – or 3AC as it’s known.
With considerable stakes in TerraLuna, the firm's structural integrity was
fatally compromised, leading to its eventual bankruptcy. Like in a work of
fiction, 3AC's founders mysteriously disappeared, abandoning a sea of irate
creditors.

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THE ENIGMA OF SAM BANKMAN-FRIED: BEHIND THE CHARISMA AND COMPLEXITY

As the dust of the crypto crash settled and speculation intensified, one
familiar figure continued to surface: Sam Bankman-Fried, the charismatic CEO of
FTX crypto exchange. Capitalizing on his knack for snapping up distressed
assets, SBF rapidly fortified his stature in the crypto world.

Intrigued, Ben McKenzie and his team requested an interview. In SBF, they
encountered a mix of frankness and deflection. He described Tether – the
infamous stablecoin company – as a "messy" organization run by "weird dudes."
Yet, he avoided tagging them as outright frauds, portraying them more as
complicated associates.

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THE GREAT CRYPTO COLLAPSE: A TALE OF HUBRIS AND REDEMPTION

December 2022 marked a seismic shift in the crypto world. Ben McKenzie had stood
firm in the Senate and branded crypto as the grandest Ponzi scheme history had
ever witnessed. The shaky foundations of this house of cards soon reverberated
across the industry. FTX's dramatic collapse, emblematic of the unchecked
malpractices within the crypto realm, painted a grim landscape of unregulated,
wild-west financial adventures.

But as the year's final pages turned, poetic justice was served. Sam
Bankman-Fried, the enigmatic and seemingly untouchable CEO of FTX, was
apprehended and slapped with a myriad of charges ranging from conspiracy to
fraud. His arrest was just the tip of the iceberg. A cascade of legal actions
ensued, as the titans of the crypto sphere fell one after the other. Disclosures
revealed how Celsius artificially ramped up its token value for the benefit of
the inner circle, landing its mastermind – Alex Mashinsky – with lawsuits worth
billions. And Genesis, Gemini, and Kraken didn't escape the tightening legal
noose either, with accusations and penalties casting shadows on their
once-glorious narratives.

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KEY IDEAS IN EASY MONEY


 * INTRODUCTION

 * 1
   
   
   THE ILLUSORY ALLURE OF CRYPTOCURRENCIES

 * 2
   
   
   THE TETHERED SUSPICION IN THE CRYPTO WORLD

 * 3
   
   
   THE MIAMI MIRAGE: BITCOIN'S GRAND SPECTACLE

 * 4
   
   
   THE UNRAVELING: WHEN DIGITAL DREAMS MEET REALITY

 * 5
   
   
   THE ENIGMA OF SAM BANKMAN-FRIED: BEHIND THE CHARISMA AND COMPLEXITY

 * 6
   
   
   THE GREAT CRYPTO COLLAPSE: A TALE OF HUBRIS AND REDEMPTION


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Easy Money (2023) offers a riveting exploration into the chaotic realm of
cryptocurrency, tracing its exhilarating ascent and dramatic descent. Through
captivating accounts of traders, visionaries, and whistleblowers, the narrative
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crypto sphere, providing a comprehensive insight into a world where promise
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 * With its engaging narrative and thought-provoking analysis, the book ensures
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 * Cryptocurrency enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive dive into the industry's
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 * Skeptics curious about the validity and sustainability of digital currencies

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ben McKenzie is a renowned TV actor best known for his roles in popular series
like The O.C. and Gotham. As well as his on-screen talents, McKenzie has a
degree in economics, and possesses a keen understanding of financial systems.
His unique blend of entertainment experience and academic prowess gives him a
multifaceted perspective on diverse subjects.

Jacob Silverman is a distinguished freelance journalist and author of Terms of
Service: Social Media and the Price of Constant Connection. A contributing
editor for The Baffler, he frequently addresses tech politics, privacy, and
surveillance, with works featured in leading publications like the New York
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