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Today’s show:
Jason breaks down FTX's downfall (), the SBF trial (11:47), the peak of the crypto hype (19:15), and takes a few live questions (42:26)!
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Time stamps:
(0:00) Jason kicks off the show
(1:42) Michael Lewis’ book and FTX’s downfall
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(11:47) SBF’s trial and the prosecutor's argument
(15:42) The reasons people flipped on SBF
(19:15) Crypto hype, wash trading, and the reason for regulations
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(25:05) The defense's argument
(28:49) How investors look at SBF and the importance of governance in a startup
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(35:12) Witnesses and Jason's verdict prediction
(42:26) Questions from live audience!
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