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Ex-FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Drops New Trial Motion Amid Ongoing Appeals
Sam Bankman-Fried withdraws his motion for a new trial but continues to seek a new judge and pursue an appeal of his conviction and 25-year sentence.
SBF Faces Curcio Hearing Over Conflicted Representation
Scheduled for a Curcio hearing on February 21, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried confronts potential legal representation conflicts, spotlighting the intricate legal challenges in the aftermath of FTX's collapse.
FTX Seeks to Liquidate $1.4 Billion Anthropic Stake Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
FTX seeks court approval to divest its $18 billion stake in Anthropic, part of its post-collapse asset liquidation strategy, to repay customers and fulfill stakeholder commitments.
Legal Battle Intensifies as Bankman-Fried's Parents Counter FTX's Allegations
Stanford Law professors Bankman and Fried are attempting to dismiss a lawsuit filed by FTX, alleging misappropriation of funds and knowledge of FTX's collapse.
FTX's Bankruptcy Plan Leaves Customers Struggling Amid Crypto Market Revival
The contrast between FTX's ongoing bankruptcy proceedings and the broader crypto market's revival underscores the volatility and risks in the cryptocurrency industry.
FTX Sam Bankman-Fried Avoids Second Trial
Sam Bankman-Fried, convicted of fraud and money laundering in the FTX collapse, will not face a second trial, accelerating the case's resolution and victim compensation.
FTX Debtors Propose Litigation Settlement Over $220 Million Embed Acquisition
FTX debtors propose a $220M litigation settlement over their Embed acquisition, involving ex-CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, with the aim of recovering the full investment.
Judge Kaplan Denies Bankman-Fried's Request for Sentencing Adjournment
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried's sentencing hearing, scheduled for March 28, 2024, was postponed by Judge Lewis Kaplan, ensuring the legal process remains on its original timeline.
SEC Chair Gensler Open to Lawful Revival of FTX
SEC Chair Gary Gensler emphasizes regulatory standards as FTX considers legal and compliant return, following founder Sam Bankman-Fried's conviction, marking a pivotal moment in crypto regulation.
FTX Former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled in Court Over Exchange's Risk Management Measures
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried faced court examination on risk management after 2020 incident. BitMEX Research detailed discussions on "Allow Negative" code change, growth, and SBF's personal and professional entanglements.
Sam Bankman-Fried Dodges Questions on Alameda Debt Repayment Risks
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried was questioned about using funds to repay Alameda's lenders, sparking discussions on risk management practices and potential user reputation implications.
Alameda Accused of Misusing FTX Customer Funds in Court
Key personnel from FTX and Alameda Research, during a trial, revealed concerning financial mismanagement and misrepresentation practices within the organizations. Gary Wang and Caroline Ellison's testimonies provided insights into significant financial instabilities, misuse of FTX funds by Alameda, and personal ventures being funded through loans from Alameda. The trial uncovers a complex scenario of financial misconduct and troubling personal-professional relationships, shedding light on alarming practices within these crypto entities.
Precedent Trial of SBF Engrosses Coinbase Executives as FTX Faces Judicial Scrutiny
The criminal trial against Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) of FTX, slated to commence on October 4, 2023, under Judge Kaplan, has garnered attention from Coinbase executives, Brian Armstrong and Paul Grewal. Through Twitter, Grewal shared his extensive federal court experience and expectations for the jury selection process, sparking a broader discussion on legal procedures in high-profile crypto cases. The trial, amidst FTX's ongoing legal challenges, highlights the crypto industry's intricate regulatory landscape.
Breaking: Robinhood Buys Back $605.7 Million Stake from Sam Bankman-Fried in U.S. Government Deal
Robinhood Markets has finalized a $605.7 million share repurchase agreement with the US Marshal Service, acquiring 55.3 million shares of Emergent Fidelity Technologies, which has received approval from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Pleads for a Weekday Release Ahead of October Fraud trial
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has sought weekday release from Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center after a federal court revoked his $250 million bond for witness tampering. SBF says that the government's voluminous case materials cannot be reviewed while confined.