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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks presidential pardon

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Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX, has formally petitioned for a presidential pardon. This request comes after his 2024 sentencing to 25 years in prison for fraud charges related to the cryptocurrency exchange. Bankman-Fried is also pursuing an appeal against his conviction and seeking a new trial. AI

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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks presidential pardon

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Sam Bankman-Fried formally applies for a pardon

    The FTX CEO was sentenced for fraud in 2024.

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