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Caroline Ellison Faces Sentencing Today in FTX Fraud Case

CryptotimesCryptotimes2024/09/24 08:30
By:Ronak Kumar

In court, Ellison’s lawyers stressed her remorse and acceptance of responsibility, noting the emotional toll from Bankman-Fried’s behavior.

Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research, faces sentencing today for her role in the FTX cryptocurrency fraud. At just 29, she could spend years in prison, but prosecutors are advocating for leniency due to her “extraordinary cooperation” during the investigation.

Two years ago, Ellison pleaded guilty and testified against FTX’s founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, for committing the FTX fraud. Her testimony was instrumental in the conviction of Bankman-Fried for fraud, which attracted a 25-year imprisonment.

According to ABC News , in court filings, Ellison’s lawyers emphasized her deep remorse and acceptance of responsibility for her actions. They pointed out that Bankman-Fried’s erratic behavior took an emotional toll on her. Despite these challenges, she bravely informed employees about the fraud before FTX declared bankruptcy.

Interviews conducted with Ellison were described as demonstrating her candor, with prosecutors stating, “Ellison cooperated at great personal and professional cost, enduring harsh media and public scrutiny and attempted witness tampering by Bankman-Fried.”

After the trial, Ellison has been involved in charity, wrote a novel, and restored relationships with people she met during her time with Bankman-Fried. Now, she is in a much better relationship and she wants to make a change for the better. 

Her sentencing will be handed down by Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, who will likely consider her remorse and attempts to compensate for the wrong she committed.

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