Historic Crypto Heist, SEC’s Memecoin Ruling, and Ethereum’s Pectra Delay

In today's episode, we delve into the largest cryptocurrency heist in history, with Bybit losing $1.5 billion to North Korean hackers. We also explore the SEC's new guidance on memecoins, clarifying their status outside federal securities laws. Plus, we discuss the anticipated Ethereum Pectra upgrade, which promises major improvements but faces delays due to technical challenges. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News. 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