IIT Dropout Strikes Gold: Rs 286 Crore in 20 Weeks with Crypto Venture

Rahul Rai, an IIT Bombay dropout, has made headlines by earning a staggering Rs 286 crore in just 20 weeks. After leaving IIT in 2015, Rai pursued economics at Wharton and later co-founded Gamma Point Capital, a crypto hedge fund, in January 2021. The company's rapid success caught the attention of BlockTower Capital, leading to its acquisition in May 2021 for $35 million (Rs 286 crore). Rai's journey from IIT dropout to crypto millionaire showcases the potential of emerging technologies and unconventional career paths.
Source: DNA India