A few years ago, my friend Jake became fascinated with cryptocurrencies. He was always excited about new technologies, and Bitcoin seemed like the next big thing. One evening, over a cup of coffee, Jake convinced me to buy a small amount of Bitcoin. Skeptically, I invested $100, just to keep him quiet. Months passed, and I forgot about it as the price fluctuated wildly. Then, in late 2017, Bitcoin hit an all-time high. My modest investment had ballooned to over $2,000! I quickly cashed out, feeling like a financial genius. Jake, however, decided to hold onto his stash, convinced it would keep climbing. The bubble burst shortly after, and his portfolio took a massive hit. Despite the setback, Jake remains a cryptocurrency enthusiast, always on the lookout for the next big thing. As for me, I still have that cup of coffee with Jake, but now our conversations are peppered with both excitement and caution.