On November 2, 2023, Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange was found guilty of fraud and money laundering. Federal prosecutors are alleging that he defrauded FTX customers out of upwards of $8 billion. In his ongoing coverage of the case, Law360’s Phil Bantz spoke with Attorney Eugene Gorokhov regarding the sentencing implications of SBF’s conviction.
What Is Crypto Fraud Under Federal Law?
Cryptocurrency markets have grown rapidly over the past decade, drawing investors, entrepreneurs, and technology innovators into digital asset transactions. At the same time, federal regulators and prosecutors have increased enforcement efforts targeting alleged misconduct involving Bitcoin, Ethereum, NFTs, and other digital assets. If you are being investigated or have been charged, understanding what crypto fraud means