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Sam Bankman-Fried
Sam Bankman-Fried, once a pivotal figure in the cryptocurrency industry, was convicted in November 2023 of committing fraud and conspiracy for stealing billions of dollars of money belonging to customers of his FTX crypto exchange, funneling the money to Alameda Research, his hedge fund. FTX had been one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges before its demise, a major player in derivatives trading including perpetual futures. The company's undoing was spurred by a CoinDesk scoop in November 2022 showing Alameda's balance sheet was mysteriously full of the FTT token issued by FTX – calling into question both Alameda and FTX's financial stability. The Bahamas-based company filed for bankruptcy nine days after the story. Before his downfall, SBF (as the former billionaire is commonly known as) had been a leading figure in crypto, pushing for regulation of the industry in the U.S. He was a major political donor and the public face of effective altruism, a movement geared toward maximizing the amount of good done by philanthropy. SBF was arrested in December 2022, and his bail was revoked due to alleged witness tampering. His trial began in October 2023, and he was convicted on Nov. 2, 2023, a year to the day after the CoinDesk story that caused his crypto empire to crumble.
Why FTX Investors’ Loss Is Wall Street Lawyers’ Gain
Attorneys are charging upwards of $2,000 an hour and $12 million retainers as they attempt to restore funds to the million-odd creditors of crypto exchange FTX. CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Jack Schickler shares his insights and why law firms may be one of a few winners in the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried’s failed empire.
Bankman-Fried's Incredible Shrinking ‘$250 Million Bond’
The FTX founder signs another remarkable deal.
Sam Bankman-Fried Arrives at Parents’ Home After Being Released on $250M Bond: Report
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried has arrived at his parents' home in Palo Alto, California according to the New York Post. This comes after he was released on a $250 million bond and will remain under house arrest while awaiting a federal trial on multiple charges of fraud. Former SEC Enforcement Branch Chief and Bragança Law Attorney Lisa Bragança discusses the latest legal developments.
QuadrigaCX Has Had an Improbable Week
Back in February 2019, EY revealed it had accidentally sent over 100 bitcoin (BTC) to what it described as Quadriga’s cold wallets, which it could not access. And now these coins are moving.
Sam Bankman-Fried Released on $250M Bond Secured by Parents
Sam Bankman-Fried's release was secured by equity in his parents' Palo Alto, California home, and a long list of requirements was included for him to remain free while he faces charges. ZFZ Law co-founder Michael Zweiback discusses the $250 million bond and the potential legal developments.
Sam Bankman-Fried Released on $250M Bond; FTX Creditors Hire Law Firm Paul Hastings
A federal judge agreed to release Sam Bankman-Fried on a $250 million bond secured by his parents as former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison and FTX co-founder Gary Wang pleaded guilty to criminal charges tied to FTX's collapse. Plus, FTX creditors hired law firm Paul Hastings LLP in the crypto exchange's bankruptcy proceedings.
FTX Asks Judge for Help in Fight Over Robinhood Shares Worth About $450M
Three parties, including ex-FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, have tried to get control over the 56 million shares.
Sam Bankman-Fried Is a Flight Risk, Lawyer Says
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has been released on $250 million bond, secured by his parents. Former federal prosecutor and lawyer Michael Zweiback weighs in on this development, saying the "there still are significant economic dangers to investors and he is a flight risk."
Legal Expert On Bankman-Fried's 'Sticky' Situation Following Extradition to the US
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is now in FBI custody and will appear in court "as soon as possible." Barhoma Law and Power Trial Lawyers founder Matthew Barhoma weighs in on Bankman-Fried's "sticky" situation, saying the move now is to prove his intentionality.