SBF Trial
The SBF Trial: Upcoming Witnesses Include Ex-FTX Exec Nishad Singh
Week three of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial is kicking off. Prosecutors have indicated jurors will soon hear from FTX co-founder Nishad Singh. Tully & Weiss criminal defense attorney Joseph Tully discusses what to make of the defense's strategy and how the remainder of the legal proceedings could play out.
Crypto Venture Fund Dragonfly Does 'Not Want to Invest in the Next FTX,' Managing Partner Says
How has due diligence for crypto VCs changed in the wake of the FTX implosion? Dragonfly managing partner Haseeb Qureshi shares his thoughts, as FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial wraps up its second week. "Everybody is going to be vigilant. I do not want to invest in the next FTX...Entrepreneurs will make sure to follow everything to guarantee they are not FTX," Qureshi said.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Lawyer Cross-Examines Prosecution's Star Witness Caroline Ellison
Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison faced a cross-examination from Sam Bankman-Fried's lawyer Thursday. The line of questioning could signal a defense strategy of pinning the collapse of FTX and Alameda on Ellison. CoinDesk's executive director of global content Emily Parker, who was in the courtroom, shares some key takeaways from the legal proceedings.
Likelihood of Sam Bankman-Fried Getting an Acquittal Is a 'Hail Mary,' Lawyer Predicts
Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison testified during FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial that she was in a "constant state of dread" as assets took a hit from the crypto slump. Lisa Bragança, Bragança Law attorney and former SEC enforcement branch chief, discusses what to make of Ellison's testimony and her outlook for the trial. "The crux of this case is [Sam Bankman-Fried's] state of mind," Bragança said.
The SBF Trial: Ex-Alameda Research CEO Says She Was in a 'Constant State of Dread'
Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of hedge fund Alameda Research and star witness in the government’s criminal fraud case against Sam Bankman-Fried, will take the stand for a third day of testimony. CoinDesk's executive director of global content Emily Parker, who was in the courtroom when Ellison spoke Wednesday, shares some key takeaways.
Former Alameda Research CEO Claims Sam Bankman-Fried 'Directed' Her to Commit Crimes
The prosecution's star witness Caroline Ellison is gearing up for another day of testimony against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. Ellison told jurors she "sent balance sheets at the direction of Sam that made Alameda's balances look less risky to investors." CoinDesk's executive director of global content Emily Parker shares what it was like in the courtroom Tuesday.
