Gemini, Winklevoss Twins Hit by Crypto Contagion

Gemini, Winklevoss Twins Hit by Crypto Contagion

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The video discusses the ongoing contagion in the crypto world, triggered by a liquidity squeeze involving the Winklevoss twins and their lending partner Genesis. The contagion began with FTX's bankruptcy, affecting crypto exchanges and brokerages, notably Genesis and its lender Gemini. The spillover has led to significant withdrawals from Gemini's platform. Despite current market stability, with Bitcoin around $17,000, there are concerns about further volatility due to potential bankruptcy filings from other companies like Blockfi.

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How did the liquidity squeeze affect the Winklevoss twins and their lending partner Genesis?

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What are the contagion risks mentioned in relation to the Winklevoss twins?

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What impact did the bankruptcy filing of FTX have on the crypto market?

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What is the current status of the Bitcoin price as mentioned in the text?

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What potential future risks are indicated for the crypto market?

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