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Stuart Alderoty, Ripple’s chief legal officer, has criticized a newly released documentary directed by Hollywood actor Ben McKenzie, dismissing its heavily skeptical portrayal of the digital asset industry as a “tired narrative.”
The McKenzie-directed film, titled Everyone Is Lying to You for Money, recently hit theaters and drew significant media attention. Alderoty’s response focused on what he described as an overly broad and negative depiction of the industry.
After the documentary’s release, Alderoty took to X (formerly Twitter) to push back against the framing. He argued that the film unfairly characterizes the sector and said that “tens of millions of everyday Americans are already using this tool in practical ways, to diversify their income, run their businesses, and access new financial opportunities.”
The National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) added that every blockchain transaction leaves a permanent and traceable record, which it said helps ensure accountability.
McKenzie first became interested in the crypto industry in 2020, according to The New York Times. Alderoty’s criticism also referenced McKenzie’s mainstream profile, including his earlier fame from the television series The O.C.
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