Crypto Scams, Cinema Innovations, and Global Cyber Threats

Explore the latest in cryptocurrency news as two Southern California men face charges for a $22 million NFT fraud scheme. Discover how Regal Cinemas is pioneering crypto payments with USDC stablecoin, offering discounts to moviegoers. Delve into World Liberty Financial's $6.15 million loss amid crypto market downturns, and uncover the alarming rise of North Korean hackers responsible for 60% of global crypto theft in 2024. This episode provides crucial insights into the evolving digital asset landscape, highlighting both opportunities and challenges in the crypto world.

Sources:
https://keyt.com/news/ventura-county/2024/12/20/two-southern-california-men-charged-with-nft-based-cryptocurrency-fraud-scheme-friday/
https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2024/regal-allow-moviegoers-pay-with-usdc-stablecoin/
https://bloomingbit.io/en/feed/news/80399
https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/east-asia/north-korea-hackers-cryptocurrency-bitcoin-b2667741.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:42) Two Southern California men charged with NFT-based cryptocurrency fraud scheme Friday
(00:03:39) Regal to Allow Moviegoers to Pay With USDC Stablecoin
(00:06:58) World Liberty Records $6.15 Million Loss Due to Cryptocurrency Downturn
(00:09:41) North Korean hackers account for 60% of all cryptocurrency stolen in 2024