Faux, Zeke
Number Go Up: Inside Crypto's Wild Rise and Staggering Fall
- ISBN 13:
- 9780593443811
- author:
- Faux, Zeke
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Penguin Young Readers
- language:
- German
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 24.2 x 16.3 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, True Crime, Con Artists, Hoaxes & Deceptions,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The crypto delusion: a story of epic proportions. In 2021, cryptocurrency went mainstream, with giant investment funds and celebrities like Tom Brady endorsing it. But behind the frenzy, investigative reporter Zeke Faux had a nagging question: was it all just a confidence game? Faux's investigation led him to a cast of characters, including a young entrepreneur named Sam Bankman-Fried, who would stop at nothing to make his fortune. As Faux delves deeper into the world of cryptocurrency, he uncovers a complex web of utopians, scammers, and overnight billionaires. From the luxury resorts of the Bahamas to the dark corners of the internet, Faux's quest for truth takes him on a two-year, globe-spanning journey. With his characteristic tenacity, he follows the trail of clues, exposing the wizards behind the world's new financial machinery. The result is a masterful account of the crypto delusion, one that sheds light on the dark underbelly of this once-thriving industry. With its cast of characters, twists and turns, and a healthy dose of skepticism, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone looking to understand the world of cryptocurrency.