Sam Bankman-Fried
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- 2026-06-17 regulatory Senators Lummis and Gallego introduced a resolution urging against a presidential pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried. source
- 2026-06-12 regulatory A federal appeals court upheld Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud conviction and sentence. source
- 2026-06-09 regulatory Sam Bankman-Fried has formally submitted a pardon request to the Department of Justice, though White House officials indicate a low probability of approval. source
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Hard Fork podcast concludes, pivoting to new AI-focused show
The podcast "Hard Fork," which originated at The New York Times, is concluding its run. The show, initially focused on crypto, pivoted to extensively cover the rise of artificial intelligence after the launch of ChatGPT…
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Timnit Gebru recalls 2023 scrutiny of TESCREAL group
Timnit Gebru reflects on a period in 2023 when it seemed like the "TESCREAL" group might face increased scrutiny. This perceived potential for exposure was linked to a brief moment where mainstream journalists were acti…
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Senate kills crypto bill CLARITY Act in 2026
The CLARITY Act, a significant piece of legislation for the cryptocurrency industry, failed to pass the Senate in 2026 following a narrow cloture vote. This outcome represents a major setback for crypto lobbyists and th…
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Robinhood Employees Charged with Crypto Trading Fraud
Two former Robinhood employees have been charged with crypto-trading fraud by federal prosecutors. The individuals are accused of using non-public information about upcoming cryptocurrency listings on the Robinhood plat…
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AI Safety Donors Fund Religious NGOs for AI Propaganda
The Future of Life Institute (FLI), a major AI Safety donor, has reportedly spent $3.3 million to fund religious non-governmental organizations to produce statements and declarations supporting AI safety narratives. The…
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Anthropic's ties to Sam Bankman-Fried funding raise concerns
Anthropic, an AI safety and research company, has reportedly received significant funding from entities linked to Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX. These investments, totalin…
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Effective Altruism Regains Momentum with AI Influence
Effective altruism, a philosophy focused on maximizing positive impact, is reportedly experiencing a resurgence, partly due to the influence of AI. Despite past challenges, the movement appears to be regaining momentum.…
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AI Investor Leopold Aschenbrenner's Hedge Fund Faces Losses Amidst Market Downturn
Leopold Aschenbrenner, a 24-year-old hedge fund manager, has gained significant attention for his bold predictions and investments in the AI sector. After a rapid rise to fame and fortune, his fund, Situational Awarenes…
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Senate unanimously opposes any pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell
The United States Senate has passed a non-binding resolution opposing any presidential pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted sex trafficker associated with Jeffrey Epstein. The resolution, introduced by Senator Jack…
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Sam Bankman-Fried's $500M bet on Anthropic proved pivotal
Sam Bankman-Fried made a significant investment in Anthropic in 2022, providing $500 million to the AI safety lab. This early backing proved crucial for Anthropic, particularly as it helped to bail out the company.
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New Bill Targets Government Speech Pressure; Meta AI Workers Reportedly Discontent
Senators Ted Cruz and Ron Wyden have introduced the JAWBONE Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at preventing government pressure on online platforms to censor lawful speech. Meanwhile, reports indicate internal dissent within…
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Meta AI turmoil, Thiel's secret society, SBF's plea to Trump discussed
A podcast episode from Wired's "Uncanny Valley" covers several prominent tech and political stories. The hosts discuss internal turmoil at Meta regarding its AI ambitions, including a reorg that has negatively impacted …
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Senators Urge Against Pardon for FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried
Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a resolution opposing any potential presidential pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted co-founder of FTX. The resolution, supported by members of the Senat…
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FTX's former Anthropic stake now worth $75B amid bankruptcy proceedings
FTX's former stake in AI company Anthropic, initially valued at $91 million, is now estimated to be worth around $75 billion. This significant increase in value, despite potential further dilution, is a key point in the…
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Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud conviction appeal denied
A federal appeals court has upheld the fraud conviction of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, affirming his sentence of 25 years in prison. Bankman-Fried was found guilty on all seven charges related to the massive financia…
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MANGOS IPO wave signals new era for tech market
A new wave of tech IPOs is emerging, led by companies in AI and related fields, forming the acronym MANGOS (Meta/Microsoft, Anthropic, Nvidia, Google, OpenAI, SpaceX). This signals a shift from the previous FAANG era, w…
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Sam Bankman-Fried seeks pardon, but White House signals slim chances
Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted founder of FTX, has formally submitted a request for a presidential pardon to the Department of Justice. Despite this action, White House officials have indicated that the likelihood of …
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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks presidential pardon
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. B…
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Podcast: GenAI industry faces inevitable financial collapse due to unsustainable losses
A recent podcast discussion highlighted the significant financial unsustainability of the generative AI industry, particularly services based on GPT models. The hosts argued that these companies are unlikely to ever ach…
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Judge dismisses new Sam Bankman-Fried trial as waste of court's time
A federal judge has indicated that a new trial for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried would be an inefficient use of judicial resources. Bankman-Fried, who recently identified as a Republican, has alleged that the Biden admi…