A look at the world of cryptocurrency from the perspective of Malaysian investors following the global market downturn. — 123rf.com
“I was in shock and had no idea how to explain to my dad that I’d just lost RM24,000 in less than 24 hours,” said a cryptocurrency trader who wanted to be known only as Tommy.
Tommy, who is also a student, had taken the entirety of the remaining money from his National Higher Education Fund Corp (PTPTN) loan, along with his personal savings, to invest in cryptocurrencies.
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