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Laura Shin
Gain valuable insights into the crypto industry and stay informed about the latest trends with Laura Shin, speaker, journalist, and founder of Unchained.
Laura Shin, a former senior editor at Forbes, is a respected journalist and author in the crypto industry. She is the founder and CEO of the crypto news site Unchained and has written a book called "The Cryptopians: Idealism, Greed, Lies, and the Making of the First Big Cryptocurrency Craze."
During her research for the book, Laura uncovered the alleged perpetrator's identity behind the 2016 DAO attack on Ethereum, which is considered one of the biggest mysteries in the crypto world. Laura has extensive experience in covering crypto and has been a pioneer in mainstream media reporting on the subject. Her podcasts and videos have garnered 25 million downloads and views. She has also spoken about cryptocurrency at prestigious events such as TEDx San Francisco, the International Monetary Fund, Singularity University, and the Oslo Freedom Forum.
Laura graduated Phi Beta Kappa with Honors from Stanford University and obtained a master's degree in journalism from Columbia University's School of Journalism. She is based in New York City.
In addition to her speaking engagements and media work, Laura also focuses on writing about important topics in the crypto industry. Some of her recent works include analyzing the collapse of FTX, exploring the implications of the financial crisis in the crypto industry, and discussing the potential regulatory landscape for crypto in the US post-FTX.
Book Laura Shin as a speaker to gain unparalleled insights from a pioneering journalist who has uncovered some of the biggest mysteries in the crypto world. Her extensive experience, including her groundbreaking work on the 2016 DAO attack and the collapse of FTX, makes her an invaluable resource. With 25 million downloads of her podcasts and videos, she captivates audiences with her deep knowledge and engaging storytelling.
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