The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued an investor alert warning about fraudulent activities involving 'memecoins,' pump-and-dump schemes, and presales in the crypto asset securities market. The SEC highlighted the risks posed by celebrities promoting these scams and emphasized the need for investor caution in the crypto space. Additionally, the U.S. Treasury Department released a report outlining the potential risks associated with NFTs, including concerns about terrorist financing, theft, and market manipulation.