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FTX Sues Binance and Zhao for $1.8 Billion

FTX Sues Binance  and Zhao for $1.8 Billion
 

In a significant legal move, FTX has filed a lawsuit against Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao, seeking recovery of $1.8 billion. The suit, lodged in a Delaware court, centers on a 2021 transaction where Binance and Zhao sold their stakes in FTX and its U.S. entity, West Realm Shires.

 

Background of the Case

FTX alleges that the share repurchase was funded by Alameda Research, an FTX entity, using both companies’ exchange tokens and Binance’s stablecoin. At the time, Alameda was reportedly insolvent, making the transaction a “constructive fraudulent transfer.”

 

Binance’s Response

In response, Binance has denied the allegations. A spokesperson stated that the claims are “meritless” and expressed the company’s intent to defend itself vigorously.

 

The Broader Context

This lawsuit marks another chapter in the tumultuous relationship between FTX and Binance. Following FTX’s dramatic collapse, which saw the once $32 billion company file for bankruptcy due to a massive withdrawal crisis, the two crypto giants have been embroiled in various disputes.

 

Impact on the Crypto Industry

The fallout from FTX’s collapse was significant, with founder Sam Bankman-Fried being sentenced to 25 years for fraud. Additionally, Zhao faced his own legal challenges, pleading guilty to charges related to the Bank Secrecy Act.

 

Allegations Against Zhao

The lawsuit also accuses Zhao of exacerbating FTX’s downfall through misleading tweets. These posts allegedly triggered a surge of withdrawals, contributing to the company’s collapse.

In a post referenced in the lawsuit, Zhao mentioned liquidating FTX tokens, stating it was “just post-exit risk management.”

 
 


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