Why This MEV Trial Matters π¨
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Beyond the brothers, this case could reshape how Ethereum traders think about maximal extractable value (MEV):
Could define legal boundaries of MEV arbitrage.
May influence future enforcement actions in DeFi.
Industry leaders watching closely β outcome could signal whether MEV is treated as innovation or exploitation under US law.
Trial is ongoing in the Southern District of New York. Both defendants remain free on bail.
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Amid all the tech, itβs easy to forget cryptoβs human element β trust and accessibility matter most.
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The outcome could redefine accountability for DeFi developers and validators alike.