Back in 2013, my friend Jake and I stumbled upon Bitcoin while researching new technologies. Intrigued, Jake invested $200, which bought him about 10 BTC at the time. I was skeptical and opted out. Fast forward to 2017, Bitcoin's value skyrocketed, and Jake's 10 BTC were suddenly worth over $150,000. He decided to cash out a portion to take a dream vacation to Japan. Meanwhile, I was left marveling at how a small, seemingly inconsequential decision had such a massive impact. Jake's story became a constant reminder of the unpredictable yet fascinating world of cryptocurrencies.