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May 2023
38m 15s

Hasan Minhaj Talks FTX, Crypto and Inves...

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“Shark Tank" investor and venture capitalist, Kevin O'Leary, discusses his losses and lessons learned from the failed crypto exchange FTX, why he remains committed to investing in entrepreneurs despite the FTX fallout, and why small businesses should take advantage of the Employee Retention Credit federal program. Hasan also highlights how TV money personalities like Kevin O'Leary can actually harm everyday investors with their financial advice.

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