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The SBF Trial: Timeline of FTX's Implosion

The FTX empire collapsed last year, creating a ripple effect across the crypto sector. Now, founder Sam Bankman-Fried begins his trial in New York where he's facing seven charges related to fraud and conspiracy. So, how did we get here? "CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the timeline of events.

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The 'Real Question' About Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial is What Happens Next: Kevin O'Leary

Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX, is headed to trial today on multiple fraud and money laundering charges. O'Leary Ventures chairman Kevin O'Leary discusses his reaction as a former FTX spokesperson and the potential crypto industry implications. "The real question about this trial is, what happens next?" O'Leary said.

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Kevin O’Leary on SBF Trial: 'All the Crypto Cowboys' Will be 'Gone Soon'

Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial is kicking off today, as the FTX founder faces charges that include securities fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy to launder money. O'Leary Ventures chairman Kevin O'Leary shares his take on the trial as a former FTX spokesperson and what could happen next. "All the crypto cowboys...they're all going to be gone soon...they were great pioneers, but now they just have arrows in their backs," O'Leary said.

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Why the Ripple Effect of FTX’s Demise Goes Beyond the U.S.

Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial starts today in the U.S., but the ripple effect from FTX's collapse goes far beyond those borders. CoinDesk executive director of global content Emily Parker discusses the impact on Asia's digital asset scene and the outlook for a possible FTX 2.0.

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FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Will Likely 'Take the Stand,' Lawyer Predicts

Federal prosecutors have called the collapse of FTX "one of the biggest financial frauds in American history." And today, the founder of the crypto exchange, Sam Bankman-Fried, gets his day in court. Renato Mariotti, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP Partner, shares his perspective on the upcoming legal proceedings and why he anticipates Bankman-Fried will take the stand to defend himself. "I don't think his lawyers could possibly keep him from the stand," Mariotti added.

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How Are Crypto Traders Behaving After FTX Collapse?

Kaiko data indicates bankrupt crypto exchange FTX was processing nearly $100 billion in trade volume every month at its peak. Kaiko Director of Research Clara Medalie takes a look back at FTX's collapse as Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial begins today.

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Is Michael Lewis Throwing Out His Reputation to Defend Sam Bankman-Fried?

The reigning financial writer's latest book, “Going Infinite,” is an eyewitness account of the fall of FTX’s founder, who Lewis said is “misunderstood.”

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'Big Short' Author Michael Lewis Weighs in on FTX Collapse Ahead of SBF Trial; Bitcoin Breaks Above $28K

"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, as bitcoin (BTC) rose above $28,000 for the first time in a month after the U.S. avoided a government shutdown. Millions of dollars in Ether has been moved from a wallet tied to an apparent FTX exploit in 2022. And, author Michael Lewis speaks to CBS about FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's possible mindset ahead of his criminal trial.

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