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TBD | How Crypto Fails Sex Workers

TBD | How Crypto Fails Sex Workers

FromWhat Next | Daily News and Analysis


TBD | How Crypto Fails Sex Workers

FromWhat Next | Daily News and Analysis

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Aug 18, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

At first, cryptocurrency seemed like the solution to the problems sex workers have had with traditional banks. But as the US moves to regulate the crypto industry, many are finding it hasn’t worked out like they hoped. 

Guests:
Joel Khalili, reporter at Wired
Liara Roux, sex worker, organizer, and writer

You can check out Joel’s reporting in Wired here. 

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Released:
Aug 18, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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