A $10k difference is very significant and, I'm sure, could be used in so many other ways. He's a good friend for handling things the way his is—it speaks to his character. In regard to crypto, I'm really hoping this is one of those it always seems darkest right before the dawn type scenarios. The ColdCard Wallet hack is wreaking havoc on the market right now and there have been some reports that AI was used. It seems it's been one thing after another with this particular cycle. This fear of another hack will likely drive people right into the arms of BTC ETFs.
I haven't seen anything about that hack. I have been so out of the loop lately though just getting caught up on everything. The only thing I can figure with my friend is that most of his work happens in the town next to us where there are a lot of corporate people who have lots of money and are willing to pay whatever. I just don't know.