Ben McKenzie Crypto: From The O.C. to Crypto\'s Biggest Enemy

Ben McKenzie, best known for his roles in popular television series like The O.C. and Gotham, has taken on a new role: crypto critic. How Ben McKenzie Went From The O.C. to Crypto’s Biggest Enemy? With his new book, Easy Money, the actor takes aim at the dark side of cryptocurrency. McKenzie\'s mission is to expose the complex and, in his view, deeply flawed world of digital currencies.

Ben McKenzie\'s Crypto Crusade: "Easy Money" and Beyond

Actor, activist and Easy Money author Ben McKenzie joins discussions on cryptocurrency and NFTs, offering a critical perspective on the digital asset boom. McKenzie has a new book out criticizing crypto, SBF, FTX, and the since-faded investing trend.

Before he began his TV career, McKenzie studied economics and foreign affairs at the University of Virginia. To him, cryptocurrency appeared brazenly shady, operating largely without regulation and ballooning in a seemingly unsustainable bubble. He argues that the entire system benefits insiders at the expense of ordinary investors.

Ben McKenzie on SBF, FTX, and Hollywood\'s Crypto Embrace

McKenzie spoke to TIME about Hollywood’s embrace of crypto, his strange encounter with Bankman-Fried and his response to pro-crypto critics of the book. He pulls no punches in his assessment of Sam Bankman-Fried and the collapse of FTX, highlighting what he sees as a cautionary tale of greed and unchecked ambition.

Ben McKenzie\'s Directorial Debut: "Everyone Is Lying to You"

Actor and noted crypto critic Ben McKenzie is set to make his directorial debut at SXSW London with the June premiere of his documentary, “Everyone Is Lying to You for [Money].” This documentary promises to further explore the themes and arguments presented in Easy Money, bringing his critical analysis to a wider audience.