FTX
Description
FTX is a cryptocurrency exchange built by traders, for traders.
FTX’s leveraged tokens provide a clean, automated way for users to get leverage. The BULL and BEAR tokens automatically manage their exposure, rebalancing daily to maintain their target leverage and prevent liquidations.
FTX is a cryptocurrency exchange built by traders, for traders.
FTX’s leveraged tokens provide a clean, automated way for users to get leverage. The BULL and BEAR tokens automatically manage their exposure, rebalancing daily to maintain their target leverage and prevent liquidations.
FTX Former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled in Court Over Exchange's Risk Management Measures
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried faced court examination on risk management after 2020 incident. BitMEX Research detailed discussions on "Allow Negative" code change, growth, and SBF's personal and professional entanglements.
Sam Bankman-Fried Dodges Questions on Alameda Debt Repayment Risks
FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried was questioned about using funds to repay Alameda's lenders, sparking discussions on risk management practices and potential user reputation implications.
BlockFi Triumphs Over Bankruptcy, Initiates Creditor Reimbursements
BlockFi, a cryptocurrency company, emerged from bankruptcy in October 2023 and has since implemented a plan to repay creditors and return digital assets to clients. The company is now focusing on asset recoveries from entities like FTX and 3AC, processing claims for fair distributions, and Wallet customers can withdraw assets.
FTX Announces Proposed Settlement and Amended Plan in Chapter 11 Cases
FTX has announced a proposed settlement in their Chapter 11 cases, pending court approval. The settlement includes a "Shortfall Claim" for customers and an amended Plan of Reorganization. The Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors supports the plan, expecting expedited cases and improved recoveries. Customers may receive over 90% of distributable value globally.
FTX's $477 Million Heist: A Trail of Blockchain Clues Unearthed
The FTX hack in November 2022 saw $477 million vanish, with the elusive thief later laundering assets through decentralized exchanges and cross-chain bridges like RenBridge and THORSwap. As the trial of FTX's CEO Sam Bankman-Fried commences, the thief, still unidentified, resumed moving the stolen assets, converting Ether to Bitcoin. Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic sheds light on this crypto mystery, unraveling the blockchain trail and revealing the thief's laundering tactics.
Alameda Accused of Misusing FTX Customer Funds in Court
Key personnel from FTX and Alameda Research, during a trial, revealed concerning financial mismanagement and misrepresentation practices within the organizations. Gary Wang and Caroline Ellison's testimonies provided insights into significant financial instabilities, misuse of FTX funds by Alameda, and personal ventures being funded through loans from Alameda. The trial uncovers a complex scenario of financial misconduct and troubling personal-professional relationships, shedding light on alarming practices within these crypto entities.
Legal Team of Samuel Bankman-Fried Seeks to Question Involvement of FTX Lawyers in $300 Million Loans
Samuel Bankman-Fried's defense team has submitted a letter to U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, seeking permission to question the involvement of FTX lawyers in the issuance of loans worth up to $300 million from Alameda Research to Gary Wang. The request comes after an October 1 court ruling provisionally barred any mention of FTX lawyers' involvement without prior permission. The defense aims to establish Bankman-Fried's good faith and lack of criminal intent in the ongoing money laundering case.
U.S. Prosecutors Aim to Sideline Asset Recovery Talks in Bankman-Fried Trial
U.S. prosecutors in Samuel Bankman-Fried’s trial have urged the court to disallow any arguments concerning the recovery of misappropriated FTX customer assets invested in AI startup Anthropic. This development arises as Bankman-Fried's investment could now be of higher value, potentially affecting the recovery prospects for FTX customers amidst the ongoing bankruptcy process.
DOJ Targets SBF's Jets for Forfeiture
Samuel Bankman-Fried, also known as "SBF," faces the possibility of asset forfeiture, including two luxury jets, as per a filing by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) dated October 4, 2023. The forfeiture is linked to multiple charges against Bankman-Fried, who is currently on trial. The aircraft in question are embroiled in an ownership dispute involving the U.S. government, FTX, and Island Air Capital.
FTX Issues Fresh Warning on Phishing Emails and Scam Sites
FTX issues a fresh warning about phishing emails and scam sites mimicking its Debtors' portal. The alert, dated October 5, 2023, comes amid industry-wide concerns about phishing attacks, including a recent warning from Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao.