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Jonathan Spalletta, 36, was convicted in Manhattan of computer fraud and money laundering over hacks of crypto exchange Uranium Finance in April 2021 that netted roughly $53.3 million. Prosecutors said he spent some of the proceeds on collectibles including a Black Lotus Magic: The Gathering card for about $500,000, 18 sealed Alpha Booster packs for about $1.51 million, a sealed first edition Pokémon booster box for about $257,500, and a complete first edition Pokémon base set for about $750,000.

IGN states that August 14 is the official launch day for the Magic: The Gathering Universes Beyond set The Hobbit, with the Play Booster box discounted to $189.99 at Amazon. The article also notes the Marvel Super Heroes Bundle released in July.