Back in 2010, a 16-year-old Chinese student named Wei Zhang discovered Bitcoin when it was worth less than 1 cent. Using just $10, he bought almost 100,000 BTC — which didn’t seem like much back then.
From Teen Investor to Crypto Star 🌟
Wei didn’t just hold his coins. In 2014, at only 19, he launched CryptoLeap, the first-ever crypto margin trading exchange. It became a global success, and by 2017, he still held 99,000 BTC.
The $11 Billion Click 😱
In 2018, Wei got an email that looked like it came from a famous investment firm. It had a link to a “secure” document. He clicked.
It was a phishing scam. Hackers stole his login details, took control of the exchange, and emptied the wallets — including Wei’s 99,000 BTC.
The Aftermath 📉
Bitcoin price dropped as panic spread.
Investors pulled out, lawsuits followed, and regulators stepped in.
Wei stepped down and shut the exchange.
At today’s prices, his lost Bitcoin would be worth over $11 billion.
A New Mission 🔐
Wei turned the tragedy into a lesson. He now works in cybersecurity, teaching people how to stay safe online. His story is a warning for all crypto users:
👉 One click can cost you everything.