Crypto Industry Eager for Justice as Bankman-Fried Faces Fraud Trial Over FTX Collapse

Crypto industry insiders are eager to see Sam Bankman-Fried held accountable at his fraud trial, hoping it brings closure after FTX's collapse.
The implosion of FTX and subsequent crash has badly damaged the reputation and business prospects of the wider crypto industry.
Many feel betrayed by Bankman-Fried, who positioned himself as a leader and benefactor before FTX went bankrupt.
A guilty verdict would help the industry move on from the FTX debacle, though some practices like inflated valuations were widespread.
The crypto community is united in wanting to see consequences for Bankman-Fried, even if FTX's actions can't be separated entirely from the broader industry.

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Posted 10/2/2023, 9:00:56 AM