In an audacious financial play, Carl Erik Rinsch, the director of Netflix’s sci-fi series “Conquest,” reportedly magnified a $4 million investment in Dogecoin to a whopping $27 million. This unexpected windfall is part of a larger, dramatic narrative involving Rinsch’s handling of the series’ budget.

넷플릭스의 SF 시리즈 '컨퀘스트(Conquest)'의 감독인 칼 에릭 린쉬(Carl Erik Rinsch)는 대담한 금융 플레이를 통해 도지코인(Dogecoin)에 400만 달러 투자를 무려 2,700만 달러로 확대한 것으로 알려졌습니다. 이 예상치 못한 횡재는 Rinsch의 시리즈 예산 처리와 관련된 더 크고 극적인 이야기의 일부입니다.

Dogecoin Windfall And Extravagant Expenditure

Dogecoin의 횡재와 과도한 지출

Rinsch’s journey into the crypto realm began after he faced significant losses in the stock market. Financial records show that after receiving an additional $11 million from Netflix to support “Conquest,” Rinsch allocated $10.5 million to stock market ventures, primarily in pharmaceutical companies and the S&P 500. These risky options trades resulted in a loss of nearly $6 million in just a few weeks, leaving him with a little over $4 million.

In a bold pivot, Rinsch transferred the remaining funds to the cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, where he invested heavily in Dogecoin, a then-emerging digital currency inspired by an internet meme. His investment coincided with an extraordinary surge in Dogecoin’s value, culminating in him cashing out around $27 million in May 2021, as evidenced by an account statement seen by the Times.

과감하게 Rinsch는 남은 자금을 암호화폐 거래소인 Kraken으로 이체했고, 그곳에서 당시 인터넷 밈에서 영감을 받아 당시 떠오르던 디지털 통화인 Dogecoin에 막대한 투자를 했습니다. 그의 투자는 Dogecoin의 가치가 급격히 상승하는 것과 동시에 이루어졌으며, Times에서 본 계정 명세서에서 알 수 있듯이 2021년 5월에 약 2,700만 달러를 현금화했습니다.

Following this success, Rinsch reportedly expressed his gratitude in an online chat with a Kraken representative, saying, “Thank you and god bless crypto.” However, Rinsch’s windfall quickly translated into extravagant spending.

이 성공에 이어 린쉬는 크라켄 대표와의 온라인 채팅에서 “감사하고 암호화폐에 신의 축복이 있기를”이라며 감사를 표한 것으로 알려졌다. 그러나 Rinsch의 횡재는 금세 엄청난 지출로 바뀌었습니다.

He embarked on a lavish spree, purchasing five Rolls-Royces, a Ferrari, a high-priced Vacheron Constantin watch valued at $387,630, and an assortment of luxury furniture and designer clothing. The total expenditure amounted to $8.7 million, as determined by a forensic accountant hired by Ms. Rosés, Rinsch’s then-wife.

The spending raised suspicions during Rinsch’s acrimonious divorce from Ms. Rosés. Her legal team speculated that these purchases might be an attempt to conceal his cryptocurrency profits. In response, Rinsch claimed in a deposition that these items were props for “Conquest,” funded by Netflix’s production money.

“Conquest” Is Written Off

Remarkably, Rinsch’s financial upswing stands in sharp contrast to the fate of “Conquest.” Netflix, having invested over $55 million in the series, has yet to receive a single completed episode.

놀랍게도 Rinsch의 재정적 성장은 "Conquest"의 운명과 뚜렷한 대조를 이룹니다. 시리즈에 5,500만 달러 이상을 투자한 Netflix는 아직 완성된 에피소드를 하나도 받지 못했습니다.

Rinsch’s unconventional financial maneuvers and erratic behavior during the production have led to a standoff with Netflix. The streaming giant is now embroiled in a confidential arbitration process with Rinsch, who claims a breach of contract and seeks at least $14 million in damages. Netflix, contesting these claims, views Rinsch’s demands as unfounded.

Thomas Cherian, a spokesman for Netflix, highlighted the company’s extensive support for Rinsch’s series, noting the eventual decision to write off the project due to the realization that Rinsch was not on track to complete it.

Netflix의 대변인인 Thomas Cherian은 Rinsch의 시리즈에 대한 회사의 광범위한 지원을 강조하면서 Rinsch가 프로젝트를 완료할 궤도에 있지 않다는 사실을 깨닫고 최종적으로 프로젝트를 취소하기로 결정했다고 언급했습니다.

At press time, DOGE traded at $0.0755.

보도 당시 DOGE는 $0.0755에 거래되었습니다.