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Holiday Reads: Michael Lewis, Victoria Smith and Ravinder Bhogal

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Trading Under Pressure: The Journey of Sam Bankman-Fried

This chapter uncovers the unique characteristics that distinguish young traders like Sam Bankman-Fried in high-frequency trading, focusing on their exceptional mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities. It delves into his psychological challenges, personal background, and the contrasting dynamics of intellectual prowess versus emotional connections in a high-pressure finance environment.

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