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Sam Bankman-Fried Trial Kicks off With Opening Arguments; Why is AVAX Climbing?
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including the latest legal developments with FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial. A founder of bankrupt crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital is under arrest, according to the New York Times. And, a closer look at why Avalanche's AVAX is rallying.
Michael Lewis Details Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried's Crypto Empire in 'Going Infinite'
A new book titled, "Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon" is written by Michael Lewis and focuses on FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto empire. CoinDesk executive director of global content Emily Parker discusses the key takeaways and revelations.
Bernie Madoff’s Former Lawyer: Crypto Knowledge Unlikely to Play Role in SBF Trial
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is getting his day in court, after prosecutors previously called the demise of FTX "one of the biggest financial frauds in American history." Mintz and Gold partner Ira Lee Sorkin, who previously represented Bernie Madoff, discusses his take on the legal proceedings and how it could shape the future crypto regulation in the U.S.
Could Sam Bankman-Fried Blame the FTX Collapse on Lack of U.S. Regulation?
Ira Lee Sorkin, who previously represented Bernie Madoff, discusses why it will not likely work for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to blame the collapse of the exchange on the lack of regulatory clarity in the crypto industry. "There's no regulation that says you are permitted to misrepresent information to investors...there's no regulation that says do whatever you want with investor's money," Sorkin said.
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.
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.
