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The world of cryptocurrency is no stranger to political endorsements, but the LIBRA scandal involving Argentina’s President Javier Milei has put the ethical aspects in sharp relief.  When politicians lend their names to cryptocurrencies, the stakes are more than mere hype, raising concerns about market manipulation, conflict of interest, and the need for transparency. Ethical Implications of Political Endorsements Crypto political endorsements are not innocent PR stunts; they are serious ethical issues. The big issue is market manipulation. A cryptocurrency endorsement by a well-known politician tends to create a price increase fueled by hype rather than intrinsic worth.  Speculative mania caused by this can result in unstable market conditions that complicate designing investment strategies. The second major issue is the conflict of interest. Politicians can use their authority to promote personal financial interests, which erodes public trust in politics and the crypto industry. The LIBRA scandal is a perfect illustration of this danger, demonstrating how concealed financial interests can reduce credibility and trust. Market Volatility and Political Endorsements Political support is highly influential over market volatility. The support of a prominent celebrity can bring an investment rush, with a tendency to create quick price increases. However, the mania has a tendency to be short-lived, only followed by a quick drop once the hype has ended or adverse information is available. The LIBRA token, for example, surged to $4.5 billion market cap before plummeting 95%. These wild fluctuations discourage potential investors who risk losing their capital in erratic price fluctuations. In addition, volatility discourages the adoption of cryptocurrencies as reliable payment instruments, preventing companies and users from using digital coins in a way that can be sustained in the long term. Conflicts of Interest in Endorsements Political endorsements with conflicts of interest are a serious matter. If politicians fail to declare…

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