2024-11-20
28 分钟Logan Paul is among the most recognisable social media personalities on the planet. From YouTuber to entrepreneur and even professional wrestler, his fearless approach has seen him amass a loyal following of millions. Now, as the influencer faces criticism over his role in promoting various crypto projects, the BBC looks into his history in the digital currency industry. On this episode, Sumi Somaskanda is joined by Matt Shea and Jamie Tahsin, who are behind the new BBC documentary 'Logan Paul: Bad Influence?' They discuss Logan Paul's flourishing career, the controversy surrounding influencer-led cryptocurrency projects, and how the incoming Trump administration in the United States could transform the crypto landscape. Listeners in the UK can see the full film on iPlayer here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00256wn The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas to help us tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at theglobalstory@bbc.com You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480. Producers: Laurie Kalus and Mhairi Mackenzie Sound engineer: Mike Regaard Assistant editor: Sergi Forcada Freixas and Richard Moran Senior news editor: Sara Wadeson
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Logan Paul's rise to mega stardom has been equal parts meteoric and incendiary.
From YouTube sensation to entrepreneur and professional wrestler, his platform has propelled him to genuinely global fame.
Paul's fearless approach has often landed him in hot water.
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But his latest controversy has seen criticism reach boiling point.
Logan Paul's crypto game, Crypto Zoo is all over the headlines.
Everyone's talking about it.
I know I never scammed anyone with this project.
I never made any money, never sold any tokens and I only had the best intentions going in.
As a BBC investigation tracks his history in cryptocurrency.
Today we're asking whether Logan Paul is a man who made a mistake, or as his critics say, an influencer who deliberately misled his fans.