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Sam Bankman-Fried Set Free on Record $250M Bail Following Fraud Charges

Hania by Hania
December 23, 2022
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Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the founder of the insolvent cryptocurrency exchange FTX, was released from custody after his first court appearance in New York to face fraud charges. The bail package granted to SBF was a record $250 million. This is one of the highest pretrial bonds in American history, claims federal prosecutor Nicholas Roos.

A bail package of $250 million

SBF was released on bail after securing a $250 million personal recognizance bond, which was backed by the California home of his parents. As a condition of his release, SBF is required to live with his parents and submit to electronic monitoring while he awaits his next court date.

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The former CEO of FTX is also required to wear a tracking bracelet, get mental health counselling, and limit his travel to the Northern District of California.

Sam Bankman-Fried Set Free on Record $250M Bail Following Fraud Charges

According to U.S. Magistrate Judge Gabriel Gorenstein, there was little risk that the FTX founder would escape and there was no threat of him committing more financial crimes in the future.

SBF, whose estimated fortune reportedly exceeded $25 billion, has been accused of conducting a multi-year scam that saw billions of dollars stolen from FTX clients.

Through the trading company of the exchange, Alameda Research, the former FTX CEO is said to have invested the money in high-risk ventures and luxurious real estate. Money laundering and securities fraud are among the fraud allegations.

Plead Guilty, FTX and Alameda Executives

The failure of FTX led to demands for transparency and responsibility in the regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency sector.

After the exchange filed for bankruptcy in November, SBF stated to the public that the company’s failure was due to mismanagement, not intentional fraud.

Two of his closest associates, Gary Wang, the former CTO of FTX, and Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, have admitted to fraud and other offences, including conspiracy to conduct commodities fraud and wire fraud.

The following court appearance for SBF is set for January 3, 2023. After being detained in the Bahamas earlier this month, he was deported to the US.

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Hania

Hania

Hania is a 30-year-old blogger who used to be a teacher before entering the world of writing. She is originally from India and has been writing blogs on various topics for 2 years now. Hania is particularly interested in exploring the intersections of finance, technology, and cryptocurrency. Her experience as a teacher has given her unique insights into the ways in which digital media can be used to facilitate learning and engagement. Through her writing, Hania hopes to share her knowledge and learning of crypto industry with everyone.

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