Disgraced FTX Founder's Parents Accused Of Misappropriating Funds, 'Ignoring Scheme'
Portfolio Pulse from Khyathi Dalal
The parents of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried, are being sued by the debtors of the bankrupt crypto exchange. The lawsuit alleges that they misappropriated funds and ignored signs of fraudulent activity within the company. The parents held significant roles within FTX, with Joseph Bankman acting as a de facto officer and Barbara Fried advising on political contributions. The lawsuit also claims they received substantial rewards, including a $10 million cash gift and a $16.4 million Bahamas property, through their involvement in FTX.
September 19, 2023 | 3:23 pm
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The legal action against the parents of FTX's founder could further damage the reputation of the already bankrupt crypto exchange, potentially impacting the value of its token, FTT.
The lawsuit against the parents of FTX's founder, alleging misappropriation of funds and ignoring fraudulent activity, could further erode trust in the exchange. This could lead to a decrease in demand for its token, FTT, and subsequently its value.
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