What happened in crypto this week?
It’s been another busy week in crypto: Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is planning to launch a stablecoin, BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF hit $30 billion in assets in 293 days, ex-FTX executive Nishad Singh avoided prison, and Immutable received a Wells notice from the SEC. Let’s take a closer look at these and give […]
FTX CEO hints Nishad Singh should remain free to assist bankruptcy case
John Ray, who took over as FTX CEO in November 2022, suggested Nishad Singh’s cooperation in the firm’s bankruptcy would be “important to maximize recovery” for creditors.This post was originally published on this site
What to expect at Nishad Singh’s sentencing hearing
After pleading guilty to six felony charges in February 2023 after FTX’s collapse, the former engineering director could face years in prison.This post was originally published on this site
Nishad Singh asks for time served, claiming ‘limited’ role in FTX crimes
The former FTX engineering director pleaded guilty to fraud and conspiracy charges in February 2023 and will return to court on Oct. 30 for a sentencing hearing. This post was originally published on this site
Report: Family at the Center of Sam Bankman-Fried’s Campaign Contributions
Sam Bankman-Fried’s political donation activities were allegedly a family affair, involving his brother, mother, and father. Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, reportedly directed over $100 million in political contributions with his family’s help, according to emails reviewed by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) and reporter Alexander Osipovich. Wall Street Journal Report Uncovers Bankman-Fried Family’s Alleged […]
Judge to Sentence Former FTX Executive Ryan Salame in Late May
Initially scheduled for May 1, the sentencing of Ryan Salame, former co-chief executive of FTX Digital Markets, has been deferred to May 28, 2024, in front of Judge Lewis Kaplan. Ryan Salame, Once FTX’s Co-Leader, Slated for May Sentencing Per the judicial records, Ryan Salame, once the co-chief executive at FTX Digital Markets, is slated […]
After Sam Bankman-Fried’s Sentencing, Spotlight Turns to Former FTX Associates
After Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to nearly a quarter-century behind bars for his involvement in financial wrongdoings, Caroline Ellison, Gary Wang, Ryan Salame, and Nishad Singh are up next to face consequences for their roles in the FTX debacle. The Uncertain Road Ahead for FTX’s Co-Conspirators Post-conviction by a jury and subsequent sentencing by Judge […]
FTX leadership sues Sam Bankman-Fried over $220M deal made prior to bankruptcy
When FTX tried to sell the platform after filing for bankruptcy, the top bid was for just $1 million, representing a 99.5% decline in value.This post was originally published on this site
FTX financial controls were a ‘hodgepodge’ of apps, says court filings
A court filing alleged apps such as Excel spreadsheets and Slack messages were used to manage the assets and liabilities of FTX and its entities.This post was originally published on this site
Former FTX Director Pleads Guilty to Charges of Fraud, Money Laundering, and US Campaign Finance Violations
Roughly 11 days ago, it was reported that Nishad Singh, the former director of engineering at FTX, was working with federal prosecutors to arrange a plea deal. On Tuesday, Singh pleaded guilty to criminal charges and stated, “I am unbelievably sorry for my role in all of this.” Singh Cooperating With Authorities in FTX Investigation; […]