Publisher's Synopsis
Few names have gone up and down as quickly and dramatically in the volatile world of cryptocurrency as Sam Bankman-Fried. He is the brilliant mind behind the huge cryptocurrency exchange FTX. His story shows how quickly fortunes can change in the crypto world, where someone can go from having a staggering $26 billion in assets to being charged with serious crimes.
The story of this crypto titan sheds new light on the mysterious person's life by following his high rise and sudden fall.
This book is a careful trip through the confusing worlds of cryptocurrency markets, court cases, and a man whose life is connected to them. Beyond the noise of the news stories and legalese, the story also shows a man with deep values, a dreamer who saw more than just making money and dreamed of how blockchain could change the world.
From his charitable work to his steadfast dedication to solving important global problems, Bankman-Fried's life is as complex as the tokens that power the crypto world. However, notwithstanding the complexity, this book peels back the layers to give us a full picture of a man who got himself into a storm he made.
Take a walk through a world where one's choice can change the way power works. Sam Bankman-Fried's journey begins here.
