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    FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried convicted on seven charges including fraud and money laundering

    By Flavie DuNovember 4, 2023Updated:December 8, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
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    • Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of FTX, convicted on fraud and money laundering charges.
    • Inaccurate balance sheets revealed misappropriation of $8 billion in customer funds.
    • Verdict has far-reaching implications for cryptocurrency industry’s accountability and regulation.

    In a major development in the cryptocurrency world, Sam Bankman-Fried, the co-founder and former CEO of FTX cryptocurrency exchange and Alameda Research trading company, has been found guilty on seven charges, including fraud and money laundering. The charges stem from allegations of widespread misappropriation of customer funds and misleading investors and lenders connected to FTX and Alameda Research.

    The trial and verdict

    The decision comes after a five-week trial that followed an 11-month-long investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice. The 31-year-old Bankman-Fried faced six counts of fraud and one count of money laundering. After approximately four hours of deliberation, the jury delivered a verdict.

    Also read: Who is Sam Bankman-Fried? Take a close look at the trial of the century

    The scandal unfolds

    The case gained significant attention in the cryptocurrency industry in 2022 when it was revealed that Alameda Research had inaccurate balance sheets, causing a ripple of panic and concerns about the stability of FTX and its liquidity. Subsequently, it was disclosed that behind the scenes, executives at FTX and Alameda allegedly siphoned more than $8 billion of customer funds.

    Also read: How hefty is the trial of the century? Let’s crank the numbers

    Bankman-Fried’s defense and prosecutor’s argument

    During his trial, Bankman-Fried testified that he had not defrauded FTX customers or misappropriated their funds, claiming that Alameda had merely “borrowed” the funds from the exchange. However, prosecutors argued that Bankman-Fried had made false promises and was responsible for the losses of billions of dollars experienced by thousands of investors on FTX. They further pointed out that he had multiple opportunities to come clean but chose to double down on his actions.

    Also read: Sam Bankman-Fried Accused of Fraud and Money Laundering by Former Girlfriend

    Implications for the cryptocurrency industry

    The seven charges carry a potential maximum sentence of 115 years for the defendant. The statutory maximum penalties provided by the U.S. Congress are considered only as a reference, and the actual sentence will be determined by a judge, typically within 90 days after the guilty verdict is announced.

    The cryptocurrency community is closely monitoring this case, as it could have far-reaching implications for the industry and regulatory measures surrounding digital assets. Bankman-Fried’s conviction serves as a stark reminder of the legal and ethical responsibilities that cryptocurrency platforms and their founders hold when managing customer funds and maintaining transparency in their operations.

    As the cryptocurrency world awaits the final sentencing, this case highlights the growing importance of accountability and investor protection in a rapidly evolving industry.

    FTX Sam Bankman-Fried Trial
    Flavie Du

    Flavie Du was a senior writer at BTW media focused on blockchain and fintech investment. She graduated from King’s College London.

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