Sure, here's an anecdote about cryptocurrencies:

Back in 2013, Jake, a tech enthusiast, stumbled upon Bitcoin while browsing an online forum. Skeptical but curious, he decided to invest $100, buying around 10 Bitcoins at $10 each. He promptly forgot about them as life got busy. Fast forward to 2017, Bitcoin's value skyrocketed, making headlines worldwide. Jake recalled his forgotten investment and frantically searched for his digital wallet credentials. After several nail-biting hours, he finally accessed his account. What started as a casual experiment turned into a small fortune overnight. Jake's $100 investment had grown to over $200,000. This windfall didn’t just make him financially secure; it ignited a passion for blockchain technology. Today, Jake advises startups on leveraging blockchain, all thanks to that one serendipitous decision years ago.