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Interesting Resources We Found for You
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1. Podcast: Bybit Founder: How I Survived The Biggest Crypto Theft Of All Time: [Click here]
I sat down with Ben, the CEO of Bybit, just days after the exchange suffered a $1.5 billion Ethereum hack. This conversation offers invaluable insights on leadership during extreme pressure and maintaining trust when billions are at stake.
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The top categories of illicit activity on the blockchain currently remain largely the same as in 2023: Sanctions (33% of illicit volume), Blocklisted2 (29% of illicit volume), and Scams and Fraud (24% of illicit volume).
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3. The Long-Term View: Equities, Bonds, and Economic Growth (Special Report, 2025): [Click here]
Amid the daily news cycle, MFS looks at how investors can position themselves from a diversification and risk perspective to prepare for the long road ahead.
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4. The Bybit Hack: Following North Korea’s Largest Exploit: [Click here]
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On February 21, 2025, Bybit, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, suffered an unprecedented cyberattack, resulting in the theft of approximately USD 1.5 billion in Ethereum tokens. This event raises serious concerns about the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals.
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5. He launched a sweaty startup in high school. Now he'll be a millionaire by 18: [Click here]
Sam Parr and Shaan Puri talk to three high school founders about their biggest business problems.
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The Third Annual World Bank Conference on Transport Economics will be held on March 14, 2025, in Washington, D.C., on the sidelines of Transforming Transportation. The conference is on March 14, 2025
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The theme for this year's summit, “Digital Pathways for All,” sets the stage for an exciting gathering of partners, clients, and private-sector leaders. Together, we’ll explore cutting-edge digital solutions, share insights, and foster valuable discussions about the transformative work shaping the future of digital development. The conference is on March 17-20, 2025
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