Related, but on my mind: How could we ever know how many bots are transacting on the blockchain? It seems that it is ripe for manipulation by those that benefit from higher transaction numbers.
Are exchanges audited to ensure they aren't artificially inflating the price by using artificial buyers and sellers? It seems like there is every incentive to keep the price high, and it seems like doing so maliciously would be quite straightforward.
Are exchanges audited to ensure they aren't artificially inflating the price by using artificial buyers and sellers? It seems like there is every incentive to keep the price high, and it seems like doing so maliciously would be quite straightforward.