Crypto Regulation Shifts, Bybit’s $1.5B Hack, and Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade

In today's episode, we explore the U.S. SEC's closure of several non-fraud crypto investigations, signaling a regulatory shift. We also delve into the largest hack in crypto history, with Bybit losing $1.5 billion, and discuss the upcoming Ethereum Pectra upgrade, which promises significant network improvements. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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