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Next, we delve into the world of cryptocurrency, where Sam Bankman-Fried's rapid ascent marked him as a genius before everything unraveled into scandal. After finding success trading Bitcoin in the early 2010s, Bankman-Fried founded FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange promoted as the industry's gold standard. With a humble image, he attracted $2 billion from major investors like BlackRock, convincing many of his integrity.