Beanie Babies

What's Wrong With John Oliver's Bitcoin-Beanie Baby Comparison

Comedian John Oliver rightly warned his audience about the risks of cryptocurrency, but his comparisons to Beanie Babies and gambling missed the mark.

By Leigh CuenMar 12, 2018

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