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Crypto Crime Documentary Production

For: Crypto enthusiasts, true crime fans, and mainstream audiences curious about digital mysteries

Buildability

The Problem

Crypto space generates fascinating stories mixing technology, crime, and human drama, but lacks quality investigative media coverage that makes complex topics accessible.

The Solution

Specialized production company creating documentaries, podcasts, and series focused on crypto mysteries, crimes, and personalities with high production values.

Why Now?

Crypto has matured enough to have rich history of scandals, mainstream audience is more familiar with basic concepts, and streaming platforms hungry for content.

Build MVP in 7 Days

Day 1

Pick one compelling crypto mystery

Day 2

Create detailed outline and treatment

Day 3

Record pilot episode with basic equipment

Day 4

Post on YouTube to test audience engagement

Day 5

Reach out to 10 crypto figures for interviews

Day 6

Document viewer feedback and engagement metrics

Day 7

Create content calendar for next 5 episodes

How to Validate

Post crypto mystery threads on Twitter to gauge engagement
Survey crypto communities about interest in investigative content
Create trailer for HBO Satoshi documentary to see organic reach
Interview 10 crypto enthusiasts about content consumption habits

Revenue Model

Licensing to streaming platforms, sponsorships from crypto companies, premium subscriber content, speaking engagements

Competitive Moat

Deep crypto community connections, investigative expertise, established relationships with key figures willing to speak

Risks to Consider

Legal issues from covering ongoing casesAccess difficulties with secretive crypto figuresMarket saturation as space maturesTechnical complexity limiting audience growth