Sam Bankman-Fried
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.
'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.
The SBF Trial: What to Expect
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial is set to begin on Tuesday. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De discusses what to expect from the court house. Plus, 15,000 ether (ETH) sitting in a wallet associated with last year's $600 million attack on FTX's wallets have now moved through privacy tools and bridges.
Will FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried Stay in Jail During His Trial?
Judge Lewis Kaplan's ruling on Thursday denied the third attempt from Sam Bankman-Fried's defense team to have the FTX founder released during the trial into custody. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De breaks down the latest legal developments.
CoinDesk Journalists Win 2023 Loeb Award for Beat Reporting Category
CoinDesk journalists won the prestigious Gerald Loeb Award for exposing the shaky foundation beneath Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto empire and then documenting the exchange's fallout. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De, one of the winners, shares his behind-the-scenes look at the awards ceremony.
Sam Bankman-Fried's Request for Temporary Release Denied by Judge Again
A federal judge ruled on Thursday that Sam Bankman-Fried will have to remain in jail for the duration of his trial, denying the FTX founder's third attempt at being released from prison to prepare for his defense. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De discusses the Judge's decision and an outlook on the trial schedule.
Here’s How Sam Bankman-Fried’s High-Stakes Trial Could Play Out
The trial of Sam Bankman-Fried is set to begin on Oct. 3. The 31-year-old is accused of committing wire fraud and conspiracy to commit other types of fraud, in relation to the dramatic collapse of his crypto empire last year, which led to billions in losses. Nik De, CoinDesk's managing editor for global policy and regulation, discusses the importance of jury selection, the potential testimony of key witnesses, and how many years Bankman-Fried may face if he is found guilty.
