Summary
TLDR: A photo of disgraced FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried in prison has emerged, showing him looking skinnier and with a beard. The photo was shared by a content creator who interviewed him several times after his downfall. Bankman-Fried was found guilty on fraud charges related to the collapsed exchange. A former inmate, known as G Lock, calls for his pardon, saying he is ultimately a “good guy.” The FTX bankruptcy saga may end with customers being paid in full, but some are unhappy with the current plan.
Key Points
1. Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of FTX, was found guilty on seven federal fraud and conspiracy charges related to the collapsed exchange.
2. A photo of Bankman-Fried in prison, taken on December 17 at Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) Brooklyn, shows him alongside other prisoners with their faces censored.
3. Despite his conviction, a former inmate referred to as “G Lock” believes Bankman-Fried is ultimately a “good guy” and calls for President Joe Biden to pardon him.