# FTX Related Articles

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Sam Bankman-Fried Wants A New Token To Repay FTX Victims, But Could It Happen?

Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) is reportedly expressing a personal hope for a new token project to repay FTX victims. However, this claim is heavily caveated by his legal reality. A US appeals court recently upheld his 25-year prison sentence, creating significant barriers to him launching any such project. The article frames these comments as subjective and not an active, credible plan. While the idea attracts attention due to FTX's massive collapse and the broader question of using tokens for restitution, the story emphasizes the legal and practical hurdles. The core narrative is the tension between SBF's reported personal aspiration and the established legal proceedings governing victim repayment.

bitcoinist18h ago

Sam Bankman-Fried Wants A New Token To Repay FTX Victims, But Could It Happen?

bitcoinist18h ago

Appeals Court Rejects Sam Bankman-Fried Bid For New FTX Trial

A federal appeals court has rejected Sam Bankman-Fried's bid for a new trial, upholding his convictions in the FTX fraud case. The Second Circuit Court of Appeals denied defense claims of an unfair trial, sharply narrowing his legal options. His team could still petition the US Supreme Court. The ruling reinforces the legal precedent from one of crypto's most consequential cases, keeping focus on FTX's collapse, customer losses, and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. For the market, the decision underscores the lasting impact of FTX on regulatory debates concerning exchange oversight, custody rules, and asset segregation as the industry works to rebuild trust.

bitcoinist2 days ago 11:16

Appeals Court Rejects Sam Bankman-Fried Bid For New FTX Trial

bitcoinist2 days ago 11:16

Solana Has Dropped To Historically Oversold Levels – It’s Worse Than FTX Levels

Solana (SOL) has entered deeply oversold territory, with its monthly Relative Strength Index (RSI) dropping to 38.84—a level analysts note is more extreme than during the FTX collapse in 2022. Despite trading significantly higher than its 2022 low of $8, the current RSI suggests an unusually severe decline in momentum. The cryptocurrency is now at a three-year low near $60, down over 80% from its 2025 high, and has posted eight consecutive red monthly candles. Analyst Ash Crypto highlights that prolonged oversold conditions can signal seller exhaustion and a potential price floor, which historically sets the stage for recovery. However, with no definitive technical confirmation of a bottom, SOL could remain oversold or face further downside. The analysis concludes that while a confirmed bottom doesn't guarantee massive gains, assets at such oversold RSI levels have historically produced significant rallies.

bitcoinist06/09 22:01

Solana Has Dropped To Historically Oversold Levels – It’s Worse Than FTX Levels

bitcoinist06/09 22:01

FTX Co-Founder Bankman-Fried Requests Trump Pardon–FTT Soars 45%

Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted former CEO of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX, has formally requested a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. He confirmed the move in an interview, stating he "absolutely" wants clemency. In March 2024, Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years for fraud and conspiracy linked to FTX's collapse, which caused billions in losses for customers and investors. Despite his conviction, he maintains the case was unfair, claiming FTX customers have now been repaid with interest. Following news of his pardon bid, FTX's native token, FTT, surged 45% in price, though it remains 99.5% below its all-time high.

bitcoinist06/08 21:02

FTX Co-Founder Bankman-Fried Requests Trump Pardon–FTT Soars 45%

bitcoinist06/08 21:02

STRC Briefly Fell Below $91: Will Strategy Be Hunted by 'Market Fear'?

The article draws a parallel between FTX's 2022 collapse and the current situation facing MicroStrategy (Strategy), a major corporate holder of Bitcoin. The author argues that MicroStrategy's financial model, heavily reliant on issuing equity and convertible debt at a premium to its Bitcoin holdings, is under stress. The core issue is the compression of MSTR's stock premium over its Bitcoin holdings (NAV). This erodes the viability of its "flywheel" – using equity sales to buy more Bitcoin. The company has shifted towards preferred shares (like STRC) and debt to raise capital, incurring significant dividend and interest obligations (approximately $1.7 billion annually). With cash reserves dwindling and debt maturities looming, MicroStrategy faces mounting pressure to generate cash. The article outlines three problematic options: 1) cutting preferred dividends, damaging investor confidence; 2) issuing more MSTR stock at low premiums, diluting existing shareholders; or 3) selling Bitcoin, which founder Michael Saylor had vowed against but recently did in a small symbolic transaction. The author suggests that, like FTX, a crisis of confidence could trigger a rapid downward spiral as investors flee. While noting Saylor's actions are legal—unlike SBF's fraud at FTX—the article warns the structural risk born from financial engineering and over-leverage is significant. The preferred path out is a sharp rise in Bitcoin's price to restart the premium flywheel, but this would only create a larger, more complex system vulnerable to future failure. The author concludes by advocating for direct Bitcoin ownership over exposure through MicroStrategy's increasingly risky financial structure.

Foresight News06/08 10:08

STRC Briefly Fell Below $91: Will Strategy Be Hunted by 'Market Fear'?

Foresight News06/08 10:08

FTX Lawyers Pay $54M In Settlement Over Services Rendered To Exchange – Details

U.S. law firm Fenwick & West has agreed to pay $54 million to settle claims from FTX customers who alleged the firm facilitated the crypto exchange's fraud. The settlement, pending court approval, resolves accusations that the lawyers helped craft regulatory and operational structures tied to the misuse of customer funds. Fenwick denied any knowledge of FTX's illicit activities. This marks the largest settlement in a second wave of FTX-related class actions, following the exchange's 2022 collapse and the conviction of founder Sam Bankman-Fried. The FTX bankruptcy estate has meanwhile distributed billions to reimburse creditors.

bitcoinist05/25 12:41

FTX Lawyers Pay $54M In Settlement Over Services Rendered To Exchange – Details

bitcoinist05/25 12:41

Law Firm Behind FTX Legal Work Now Facing $525M Suit

A federal lawsuit seeks $525 million from Silicon Valley law firm Fenwick & West for its alleged central role in facilitating FTX's fraud. A bankruptcy examiner found the firm "deeply intertwined" in FTX's wrongdoing, creating shell companies like North Dimension to funnel over $3 billion, drafting backdated agreements, and implementing FTX's auto-delete messaging policy on Signal. The suit, filed by 20 international victims, claims Fenwick's involvement lent FTX false legitimacy, preventing investors from withdrawing savings. It cites former FTX engineer Nishad Singh, who testified he directly told Fenwick attorneys about misuse of customer funds, after which the firm allegedly advised on concealment. The complaint includes claims of malpractice and fraud, targeting both the firm and two individual partners. This follows the recent rejection of Sam Bankman-Fried's bid for a new trial.

bitcoinist05/15 10:02

Law Firm Behind FTX Legal Work Now Facing $525M Suit

bitcoinist05/15 10:02

Sam Bankman-Fried Backs Off New Trial Request, Keeps Pressure On Judge Removal

Sam Bankman-Fried has withdrawn his request for a new trial, stating he does not expect a fair hearing from Judge Lewis Kaplan, who oversees his criminal case. He withdrew the motion without prejudice, meaning he can refile it after his appeal and a separate request to remove Kaplan from the case are resolved. Bankman-Fried is serving a 25-year sentence for fraud related to the collapse of FTX. The withdrawal followed a court-ordered inquiry into whether he had legal help drafting an earlier filing, which he denied. His efforts to replace the judge and appeal his conviction continue. Outside court, he has sought a pardon, but former President Trump has indicated he will not grant one.

bitcoinist04/24 07:02

Sam Bankman-Fried Backs Off New Trial Request, Keeps Pressure On Judge Removal

bitcoinist04/24 07:02

Alameda moves $3.56M in Ethereum – Should markets brace for another sell-off?

Alameda Research, the defunct trading firm linked to FTX, has unstaked 1,695 ETH worth $3.56 million, signaling a potential sell-off in Ethereum and Solana. This follows a previous sale of $17 million in SOL tokens. The firm still holds significant assets, including $300 million in SOL, suggesting further selling pressure. Additional bearish signals include a trader from Fasanara Capital shorting $45 million in ETH and declining large transaction volumes. Ethereum is testing a key resistance level, while Solana is trading sideways with reduced network activity. A break above $2,100 for ETH or holding support at $76 for SOL could invalidate the expected decline.

ambcrypto04/01 12:49

Alameda moves $3.56M in Ethereum – Should markets brace for another sell-off?

ambcrypto04/01 12:49

Weekly Preview | FTX to Distribute Additional $2.2 Billion to Creditors Starting March 31; US Nonfarm Payrolls Data Stuns the Market

This week's Key Crypto & Financial Events Preview (March 30 - April 5, 2026): **March 30:** - Upbit delists Nomina (NOM); Binance removes UTK from margin trading. - Binance Alpha lists R2 Protocol (R2) and Based (BASED). - Polymarket expands its structure beyond crypto and sports. - European Central Bank begins accepting DLT-based assets as collateral. - BNP Paribas launches 6 crypto ETNs (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) for French clients. - Token unlocks: Zora (ZORA), Kamino (KMNO). **March 31:** - FTX initiates fourth creditor distribution of ~$2.2B. - Bithumb holds shareholders meeting; CEO likely to be reappointed. - EdgeX (by Amber Group) launches $EDGE token. - Folks Finance ends FLOKS token claim period. - Zilliqa ends deBridge support; users must migrate USDC. - 21Shares distributes staking rewards for TETH and TSOL ETFs. - Token unlock: Optimism (OP). **April 1:** - Binance delists multiple tokens (A2Z, FORTH, HOOK, etc.) from spot and contracts. - BGD Labs stops contributing to Aave DAO after 4 years. - Token unlocks: Sui (SUI), EigenCloud (EIGEN), ZetaChain (ZETA). **April 2:** - Token unlock: Ethena (ENA). **April 3:** - Key U.S. macro data: Nonfarm Payrolls, Unemployment Rate, Wage Growth. - Senator Elizabeth Warren demands MrBeast disclose crypto plans for teens by April 3. **April 5:** - Token unlock: Opinion (OPN). **Upcoming (Date TBD):** - Draft of U.S. Clarity Act (incl. stablecoin provisions) expected next week. - xAI’s Grok Imagine to have a significant release; full Grok algorithmic features launching on X platform.

marsbit03/29 11:28

Weekly Preview | FTX to Distribute Additional $2.2 Billion to Creditors Starting March 31; US Nonfarm Payrolls Data Stuns the Market

marsbit03/29 11:28

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