Journalism, commentary, and analysis by Jemima Kelly

Jemima Kelly is a columnist at the Financial Times, where she writes weekly on politics, technology, and society. Since 2021, she has also hosted multiple seasons of the FT Tech Tonic podcast, including the series “A Sceptic’s Guide to Crypto,” which examines the promises and pitfalls of digital assets. Earlier in her career, Kelly reported for Reuters and worked on the FT Alphaville team, covering markets and currency trading. Her body of work has been cited in academic research on financial journalism and media literacy, with more than 800 references across think tank reports and university studies.

Kelly’s recent articles have addressed the rise of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, the collapse of speculative altcoins, and the political lobbying efforts of crypto firms in Washington. The Tech Tonic podcast attracts over 40,000 downloads per episode, positioning it as one of the most influential mainstream discussions on crypto legitimacy. In public commentary, Kelly describes Bitcoin as “neither useful money nor productive asset” but recognizes its persistence as a speculative phenomenon. She has moderated panels at the FT Future of Finance conference and appeared as a guest on the BBC and NPR to discuss digital finance. With her skeptical stance and strong media presence, Kelly has become one of the most prominent voices questioning the long-term viability of crypto markets.