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Drake Compares Fake Friends to Bitcoin's Volatility: ‘Down This Week, Up Next’

From rap verses to million-dollar crypto wagers, Drake’s high-stakes love affair with bitcoin keeps unfolding.

By Francisco Rodrigues, AI BoostJul 5, 2025

Canadian rapper Drake on Tuesday shared a clip of Michael Saylor’s interview on CNBC on his Instagram account, reaching over 146 million followers. (Charito Yap/Flickr)
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SEC's Crypto Enforcer Quits; Drake Could Lose $1M in Bitcoin From NHL and NBA Bets

"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, U.S. SEC’s crypto enforcer David Hirsch leaving the organization. Plus, South Africa re-elects Cyril Ramaphosa as President and Drake could lose $1 million worth of crypto from his bets on the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Mavericks.

Jun 17, 2024

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