The courtroom buzzed with anticipation as the trial of the century began, with Do Kwon's absence casting a shadow over proceedings. 🕵️‍♂️ Despite his absence, Judge Rakoff set the stage with his witty remarks and strict rules, keeping everyone on their toes. 👨‍⚖️ As jury selection commenced, the diversity among the jurors added an intriguing twist, with anecdotes about NFL jackets and cryptocurrency investments lightening the mood. 🏈💰 However, it wasn't all fun and games as the prosecution and defense prepared to battle it out over Terra's alleged misrepresentations and the pegging of UST to the U.S. dollar. ⚔️🌐 The SEC's opening statements echoed familiar themes, while the defense drew from Do Kwon's own words to make their case. 🗣️💼 As the trial unfolded, tensions ran high, but one thing was certain: this case would be anything but ordinary. 🌟