Whether you love them or hate them, the world of Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies have definitely left a lasting impression the world over. While some nations are striving to invest more and more, others have opted for a complete ban instead!
However, the fact that the influence of cryptos is seeping into pop culture is not something to be taken lightly. From popular songs to Vietnamese action thrillers. Blockchain is everywhere!
Here’s our 5 favourite pop culture odes to the crypto culture!
Bitcoin Heist
A 2016 action thriller with a close resemblance to Hollywood’s Oceans 11 blockbuster hit, this action packed movie really changes the modern money heist to a digital dilemma! Directed by Vietnamese director Ham Tran, Bitcoin Heist is now available on Netflix as well.
Crypto Life
Former commercial real estate agent, Arya Bahmanyar AKA 28 year old crypto millionaire and rapper extraordinaire, CoinDaddy released his song titled Crypto Life after his rise to fame after he struck gold investing in bitcoins!
The Moon and Virtual Currencies and Me
A Japanese pop group called Kasotsuka Shojo which literally translates to “Virtual Currency Girls” really take the love for all things crypto to another level! With each of the 8 members taking on the persona of a different digital currency such as Bitcoin, Cardano, Ripple and even Ethereum! Talk about devotion! Their first single titled “The Moon and Virtual Currencies and Me is definitely worth a listen!
San Francisco Art Fair 2018
It seems the Crypto craze knows no bounds! The Bitcoin Art Fair in San Francisco’s Mission District showcased the work of 14 artists who took mad inspo from the digital coins and consisted of artwork such as a trippy piece titled, “Satoshi Nakamoto.” (Pictured above)
Startup
We knew we weren’t the only ones who were interested in the real world applications and implications of blockchain powered technology and that is evident with the increasing number of television and online series delving deeper into the possibilities that a crypto future could hold. One such show is titled “Startup” which is set in Miami, stars the likes of Martin Freeman and Ron Perlman and follows the narrative of a team of unlikely tech entrepreneurs.
