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Alabama Man Sentenced for Hacking SEC’s Social Media to Post Fake Bitcoin ETF News Coindesk 17 May 2025

Alabama Man Sentenced for Hacking SEC’s Social Media to Post Fake Bitcoin ETF News 🛡️

An Alabama man has been sentenced for a scheme that involved hacking the social media accounts of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to disseminate false information about a Bitcoin ETF. This incident underscores the potential vulnerabilities and risks associated with digital platforms. It also raises concerns about the spread of misinformation in financial markets and the potential impact on investors and market stability.

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