The courtroom buzzed with anticipation as the trial of the century began, with Do Kwon's absence casting a shadow over proceedings. đ”ïžââïž Despite his absence, Judge Rakoff set the stage with his witty remarks and strict rules, keeping everyone on their toes. đšââïž As jury selection commenced, the diversity among the jurors added an intriguing twist, with anecdotes about NFL jackets and cryptocurrency investments lightening the mood. đđ° 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. âïžđ The SEC's opening statements echoed familiar themes, while the defense drew from Do Kwon's own words to make their case. đŁïžđŒ As the trial unfolded, tensions ran high, but one thing was certain: this case would be anything but ordinary. đ