Could you elaborate on some instances of contagion observed in the 
cryptocurrency markets? I'm particularly interested in understanding how the performance of one cryptocurrency might influence the prices of others. For instance, have there been scenarios where the price crash of a major digital currency led to a ripple effect, causing a widespread sell-off across the entire crypto market? Or perhaps, have there been cases where positive news surrounding a particular crypto project sparked a bullish sentiment that lifted the entire sector? I'd appreciate any insights you could provide on this topic.
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    Sara
    Fri Jul 12 2024
   
  
    One such instance occurred in 2013, when the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intervened in the operations of Silk Road.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    GyeongjuGlorious
    Fri Jul 12 2024
   
  
    Silk Road was a dark web marketplace that allowed users to buy and sell illegal goods and services anonymously.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Giulia
    Fri Jul 12 2024
   
  
    Access to Silk Road was granted through the Tor privacy browser, providing a veil of secrecy for its illicit transactions.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Rosalia
    Fri Jul 12 2024
   
  
    The FBI, in a major operation, shut down Silk Road and arrested its founder, Ross Ulbrecht.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Valentino
    Fri Jul 12 2024
   
  
    Prior to the notable collapses of Terra and FTX, the crypto market had already witnessed instances of contagion spreading.