From backing Tesla and Skype to his bold Bitcoin predictions, Tim Draper's investment philosophy has shaped the tech landscape. As the mentor behind Pop Mart's angel investor, Draper's legacy extends from Silicon Valley to global crypto adoption. This article explores his contrarian bets, including that infamous Mt. Gox incident, and why he believes Bitcoin will hit $250K by 2025. A must-read for anyone tracking the intersection of venture capital and decentralized finance.