FTX collapse deals crushing blows to average investors while leaving wealthy largely unscathed

Some wealthy investors like Tom Brady lost millions in the FTX collapse, but their total wealth remained intact.

Meanwhile, prosecutors say many average investors lost their entire life savings by investing in FTX.

One victim hoped their FTX earnings would "break generational poverty" for their family.

Another said the losses disrupted their family's stability and brought them near losing their home.

FTX lawyers said customers can expect full restitution from the $9.5 billion shortfall, though refund timing remains unclear.