The Millionaire's Algorithm

Previously

…Back in his apartment, the server rack hummed its ceaseless song. The glow of the monitors illuminated his strained face. He’d achieved everything he’d ever wanted, and yet, he felt more alone, more anxious than ever. He looked at the numbers on his screen, the astronomical figures that represented his newfound wealth, and for the first time, they didn’t bring him joy. They brought him a profound sense of responsibility, and a chilling premonition of the storm that was gathering on the horizon. The algorithm had given him everything, but it was also demanding a price he hadn’t anticipated. He had the golden touch, but he was beginning to fear it might be turning everything else to dust.