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Sam Bankman-Fried’s Former Friends Share Startling Testimonies
Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX, is currently on trial in New York. He is charged with seven criminal counts, including wire fraud, securities fraud, and money laundering. If convicted, Sam could face a life sentence. 
Caroline Ellison: The Great Mind with a Dark Edge
Until autumn 2022, Caroline Ellison remained largely under the radar. That changed dramatically when FTX, once the leading cryptocurrency exchange, faced a major setback. Ellison, leading Alameda Research, channeled FTX client investments into ventures of dubious repute, culminating in the downfall of Sam Bankman-Fried’s empire. 
Gary Wang (FTX): The Idealist, Billionaire, and Alleged Criminal
By the age of thirty, Gary Wang has traversed a path leading him from being a young prodigy in mathematics to an outstanding programmer, subsequently transitioning from the co-founder of FTX to a defendant. His life exemplifies the transient nature of luck, particularly within the realm of cryptocurrencies. 
Coinbase Steps Back from FTX Europe Acquisition
After the bankruptcy of FTX in 2022, Coinbase expressed interest in acquiring its subsidiary, FTX Europe, with the intention of bolstering their global cryptocurrency derivatives footprint. This consideration was rekindled in September 2023, as reported by Fortune. 
A spokesperson for the university stated that they have been in talks with FTX debtor attorneys to facilitate the full return of the donated funds. It’s worth noting that Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents have a longstanding association with Stanford Law School, serving as legal scholars and professors there. The donations in question, totaling approximately $5.5 million, were made by FTX-related entities between November 2021 and May 2022 for pandemic-related prevention and research. FTX Sues Founder's Parents for Fraudulent Transfers
The bankruptcy estate of crypto exchange FTX has filed a lawsuit against Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried, parents of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. The suit aims to recover millions of dollars in funds allegedly transferred and misappropriated fraudulently.