Go offline with the Player FM app!
Part 2: How Trump built a crypto empire out of ‘thin air’
Manage episode 505368168 series 2507494
After saying that the value of cryptocurrencies were ‘based on thin air’, US President Donald Trump changed his tune – pledging to be a ‘pro-Bitcoin president’ and earning the backing and campaign donations of the industry.
Since taking office, Trump’s family has launched numerous crypto ventures that have potentially earned in the billions.
Today, tech and power reporter for The Guardian Nick Robins-Early, on the conflicts of interest of the ‘Bitcoin president’ being a crypto-billionaire.
This is part two of a two-part interview.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram
Guest: Tech and power reporter for The Guardian, Nick Robins-Early
Photo: EPA/PABLO GIANINAZZI
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1772 episodes
Manage episode 505368168 series 2507494
After saying that the value of cryptocurrencies were ‘based on thin air’, US President Donald Trump changed his tune – pledging to be a ‘pro-Bitcoin president’ and earning the backing and campaign donations of the industry.
Since taking office, Trump’s family has launched numerous crypto ventures that have potentially earned in the billions.
Today, tech and power reporter for The Guardian Nick Robins-Early, on the conflicts of interest of the ‘Bitcoin president’ being a crypto-billionaire.
This is part two of a two-part interview.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram
Guest: Tech and power reporter for The Guardian, Nick Robins-Early
Photo: EPA/PABLO GIANINAZZI
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1772 episodes
Όλα τα επεισόδια
×Welcome to Player FM!
Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.