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Legal Battle for Former FTX CEO

Saturday. September 14 at 8:00 AM

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Lawyers representing ex-FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried have filed an appeal against his conviction and 25-year prison sentence. The appeal argues that Bankman-Fried was not presumed innocent and faced biased scrutiny from prosecutors, the judge, and the media. The legal team claims the jury only saw a partial view of the case regarding FTX user funds, alleging a false narrative was presented. They also accused FTX debtors' counsel of cooperating excessively with the government. The appeal seeks a new trial with a different judge. Bankman-Fried, once a key figure in the crypto industry, faced a liquidity crisis at FTX leading to its collapse. He was indicted for allegedly misusing funds and sentenced to 25 years in prison. Other individuals involved in the case also face legal consequences. Bankman-Fried's ex-girlfriend, Ryan Salame, Nishad Singh, and Gary Wang have pleaded guilty and cooperated with authorities.

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Analysis of Dogecoin Price Reversal

Saturday. December 21 at 1:00 PM

Dogecoin (DOGE) price has sharply reversed after surpassing Porsche's market cap in December. The price corrected by 20% in the last 24 hours and nearly 30% in the past week, indicating increasing bearish pressure. Technical indicators suggest further downside risks as DOGE hovers near critical support levels. The Ichimoku Cloud chart shows a bearish trend with strong overhead resistance. The DMI chart reflects significant bearish strength, with the ADX value rising to 46.7, indicating a strong downtrend. If the current trend continues, DOGE could decline further towards $0.219, with a potential drop to $0.14. However, a positive momentum shift could lead to a recovery to $0.34 and possibly $0.43. This analysis serves as information only, and readers are advised to conduct their own research before making financial decisions.

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High-Profile Inmates at Metropolitan Detention Center

Saturday. December 21 at 12:00 PM

Luigi Mangione, the alleged murderer of UnitedHealth Group CEO Brian Thompson, has been transferred to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where he joins crypto criminal Sam Bankman-Fried. Bankman-Fried, the ex-FTX boss serving a 25-year sentence for his involvement in his company's collapse, is not the only notable inmate at the facility. Superstar music producer Sean 'Diddy' Combs is also being held there on racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges. Combs shared a space with Bankman-Fried and even used one of his lawyers. FTX, once a major player in the crypto space, went bankrupt in November 2022 due to criminal mismanagement by Bankman-Fried and his team. Mangione, charged with murder in Thompson's killing, was apprehended in Pennsylvania after a manhunt. Prosecutors allege that Mangione targeted Thompson due to his disdain for the U.S. healthcare industry.

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CoinDesk Editors Fired Amid Controversy

Saturday. December 21 at 10:00 AM

CoinDesk, a subsidiary of Bullish, terminated three senior editors due to cost-cutting and restructuring reasons. The publication's independence came into question after an article on Tron founder Justin Sun was removed for allegedly spreading misinformation. In an interview with Fortune, the fired editors expressed their dismissal. The controversy stemmed from an article critiquing Sun's extravagant purchase of a banana art piece and his legal issues with the SEC. The removal of the article without notice raised concerns about editorial independence. The decision led to further resignations, with critics speculating about the influence of Tron's sponsorship on CoinDesk. Despite CEO Sara Stratoberdha emphasizing the layoffs' necessity for productivity, doubts remain about the publication's credibility as a crypto industry watchdog. The incident highlights the challenges faced by editors in maintaining journalistic integrity in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Ripple's $5 Million Donation to Trump Inauguration Fund

Saturday. December 21 at 7:00 AM

Ripple has pledged $5 million worth of XRP to support the inauguration celebrations for President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance in January. Other crypto firms, such as Coinbase, Kraken, and Ondo Finance, have also made significant donations to the inauguration fund. Coinbase and Kraken each contributed $1 million to the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, while Ondo Finance donated $1 million as well. The donations come with perks, including exclusive event tickets over the inauguration weekend. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse also donated $25 million to a pro-crypto super PAC. The cryptocurrency industry's efforts to engage with the incoming administration have led to key appointments, such as David Sacks being named the first AI and Crypto Czar. These developments indicate the industry's potential to influence decisions during Trump's presidency.

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