Grifter and Thief

The crypto space is still in its early stages, as users and investors try to understand its purpose and long-term potential. That process isn't helped when the President of the United States launches a meme coin with no intrinsic value—except for the potential financial gain of himself and his family. Recent reporting from The Wall Street Journal and Financial Times reveals who benefited from the meme coin launches by President Trump and the First Lady. On this week's episode, Tom and Dylan examine what these developments mean for the credibility of financial markets.