Alameda Research
A Look Back on the Collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried's Empire
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's downfall began on Nov. 2, 2022, when CoinDesk published a big scoop that raised questions about the health of crypto hedge fund Alameda Research and by extension, how safe Alameda Research's sister company FTX was. CoinDesk senior reporter Ian Allison, the journalist who authored that story, takes a look back on the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried's empire and how the industry has changed in the last year.
Sam Bankman-Fried's Defense Strategy Is That He's an 'Idiot,' Attorney Says
Tully & Weiss criminal defense attorney Joseph Tully shares his thoughts on Sam Bankman-Fried's defense strategy and explains why he believes things "aren't going too well" for the defense team in this case. Plus, whether Bankman-Fried's lawyers could possibly pin the blame on former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison for FTX's implosion.
The SBF Trial Week 2: Secret Recording Revealed, Ex-Alameda Research CEO Testifies
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the key highlights from FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial this week. Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison, who is the prosecution's star witness, testified before jurors and also faced a cross-examination from the defense. In court, the jury also heard a recording of a meeting Ellison had with Alameda employees last year.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Lawyer Cross-Examines Prosecution's Star Witness Caroline Ellison
Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison faced a cross-examination from Sam Bankman-Fried's lawyer Thursday. The line of questioning could signal a defense strategy of pinning the collapse of FTX and Alameda on Ellison. CoinDesk's executive director of global content Emily Parker, who was in the courtroom, shares some key takeaways from the legal proceedings.
¿Es Sam Bankman-Fried un sociópata?
¿Y los hombres malos son hechos o moldeados por las circunstancias?
Bitcoin Extends Decline for a Fifth Day; Reddit's Fortnite Token BRICK Surges
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including the emotional testimony from former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison in the trial against FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. New details emerge surrounding the 2022 FTX hack. And, Bricks (BRICK), the native token of Reddit's Fortnite community, surges.
Likelihood of Sam Bankman-Fried Getting an Acquittal Is a 'Hail Mary,' Lawyer Predicts
Former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison testified during FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial that she was in a "constant state of dread" as assets took a hit from the crypto slump. Lisa Bragança, Bragança Law attorney and former SEC enforcement branch chief, discusses what to make of Ellison's testimony and her outlook for the trial. "The crux of this case is [Sam Bankman-Fried's] state of mind," Bragança said.
The SBF Trial: Ex-Alameda Research CEO Says She Was in a 'Constant State of Dread'
Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of hedge fund Alameda Research and star witness in the government’s criminal fraud case against Sam Bankman-Fried, will take the stand for a third day of testimony. CoinDesk's executive director of global content Emily Parker, who was in the courtroom when Ellison spoke Wednesday, shares some key takeaways.