"Between 2011 and 2019, Epstein invested in major crypto exchanges and software development firms. He grew close with one of the most influential yet troubling figures in the field, Tether cofounder Brock Pierce. Epstein even forged ties with Bitcoin's core development team and mused about changing the technology of Bitcoin itself."
"But while Epstein courted established crypto players, less reputable branches of his network - notably those tied to Vladimir Putin's Russia - promoted sketchy investments and likely contributed to massive investor losses during the 2018-2019 height of speculative crypto-mania."
"Most stunningly, it now appears that one of Epstein's most eager recruiters worked in crypto marketing and PR, repping both major fintech firms and fly-by-night crypto schemes... while also allegedly scouting women for him to victimize."
Newly released documents expose Jeffrey Epstein's extensive involvement in the cryptocurrency industry dating back to 2011. Epstein viewed crypto as a mechanism for clandestine payments and international finance, establishing connections with major crypto exchanges, software development companies, and Bitcoin's core development team. He developed close relationships with prominent cryptocurrency figures, including Tether cofounder Brock Pierce. His network extended to less reputable branches connected to Russian interests that promoted questionable investments during the 2018-2019 crypto boom. Notably, one of Epstein's recruiters worked in crypto marketing and PR while allegedly identifying victims. Epstein's crypto involvement aligned with his support for far-right politics, despite Bitcoin's origins in libertarian cypherpunk ideology opposing elite corruption.
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