Bankman-Fried Expresses Remorse But Disputes Legality of Actions in First Prison Interview

Sam Bankman-Fried gave his first interview from prison, saying he didn't think his actions were illegal but admitting he failed to meet his own standards.

He expressed remorse over the losses suffered by FTX customers, employees, and charities, saying he's "haunted every day by what was lost."

Over 1 million FTX customers lost money, with victims still owed over $19 billion based on current crypto prices.

Bankman-Fried claimed FTX debts could have been repaid if operations resumed, an assertion the judge called "logically flawed" and "speculative."

He plans to appeal his 25-year sentence, citing inaccuracies in trial testimony and being barred from presenting certain evidence.