Father And Son Finance Figures Exchange Blows Publicly Over Bitcoin Bet
Bitcoin and the asset class of cryptocurrencies, despite increased acceptance and adoption, are a polarizing subject. These technologies are either lauded as the future of finance, while others call it a bubble, a Ponzi scheme, and much worse. A recent battle between a well-known father and son duo in the finance space, has spilled into a public platform for the entire world to see. Here’s a breakdown on what’s behind all the family drama, and […]
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