This podcast episode explores the concept of Miner Extractable Value (MEV) and its implications in the cryptocurrency space. It discusses the different MEV strategies, such as arbitrage and liquidations, that contribute to market efficiency, as well as predatory actions like the sandwich attack that prioritize the gains of extractors over other traders. The ongoing trial on MEV exploitation and the potential outcome are also examined, along with the wider questions of the legality and ethical considerations of MEV. The section concludes by highlighting the attention of regulators on MEV and the need for further research and exploration in this area.
