Bitcoin Q&A: Exchanges, Identity, and Surveillance Video

How can users who buy cryptocurrencies through KYC/AML compliant exchanges protect their privacy? What is the arrangement between these exchanges and analytics / surveillance firms? What is the safest way to get cryptocurrencies, or go between fiat and cryptocurrencies?

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0:00 Given the current status of Bitcoin and other open blockchains, how can users who purchase their BTC on an exchange, exposing all of their personal information, protect their privacy and anonymity?
1:36 How do you protect yourself? Think about how you get to the crypto economy in a different way
2:46 Think about various privacy services that exist, that help you once you have cryptocurrency acquired through an exchange or elsewhere

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