Sam Bankman-Fried
Bankruptcy Filing Reveals Biggest Celsius Creditors
Celsius Network's chapter 11 bankruptcy filing reveals the extended influence of crypto billionaire and FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, according to Bloomberg. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Crypto Winter Hits NFTs; 3AC Files for Bankruptcy
Monthly NFT sales fall below US$1 billion for the first time in a year. Three Arrows Capital files for Chapter 15 bankruptcy in the US. Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX doubles down on BlockFi bailout. Experts weigh in on the future of stablecoins. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried Denies Robinhood Acquisition Rumor
“The Hash” group discusses FTX’s ever-expanding presence across crypto sector, its ambitions to integrate with traditional financial assets. Plus, how the company is weathering through the bear market and its growth plans.
FTX Token DAO Raises $7M From Community of Sam Bankman-Fried Fans
A community dedicated to FTT, the native token of crypto exchange FTX, has raised $7 million (250,000 FTT), which will be converted into an ecosystem fund for community-led projects across DeFi and crypto education. "The Hash" team discusses the latest in Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto empire.
SBF Agrees Second Bailout; Pride in the Metaverse
Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies return to red with soaring U.K. inflation. Sam Bankman-Fried steps in to bail out BlockFi.Indian tax authorities to discuss 28% GST on crypto trading next week. Chinese regulators vow to prevent further crypto risks. Pride events head into the metaverse, offering a new safe space for the LGBT community. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried Says He Could Donate up to $1B on 2024 Election
Sam Bankman-Fried, CEO of crypto empire FTX, said he intends to donate anywhere from $100 million to $1 billion during the 2024 U.S. election. "The Hash" panel discusses what to make of the crypto billionaire's comments about his big political spend.
FTX US Debuts Stock Trading in Push for Bigger Slice of US Retail Pie
FTX.US, the Chicago post of Sam Bankman-Fried’s trading empire, said it will begin testing stock trading functionality for a handful of U.S. users. “The Hash” panel discusses FTX’s push into the traditional finance ecosystem and why we could expect to see more crypto exchanges follow suit.
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Buys 7.6% Stake in Robinhood
According to an SEC filing, FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried bought 56 million Robinhood (HOOD) shares on May 2, representing a 7.6% stake in the popular trading app. HOOD rose more than 20% upon the news. "The Hash" hosts react, discussing what could be next. Is a Robinhood-FTX.US merger on the horizon?
Russian Crypto Miner BitRiver Hit by US Sanctions
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses Russian crypto mining firm BitRiver being hit with U.S. sanctions amid the invasion of Ukraine. Plus, a conversation about a recent meeting between FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried and members of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).