Sam Bankman-Fried

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Co-Founder (Convicted)

Alameda Research

TokenExchange Trading DeFi

@SBF_FTX

Investment Thesis

Formerly one of crypto's most prominent figures as founder of FTX and Alameda Research. Convicted of fraud in 2023.

What Excites Them

Was known for rapid decision-making and aggressive growth

What They Pass On

Committed fraud and misappropriated customer funds

How to Pitch

Historical figure - FTX and Alameda are defunct.

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Background

Founded FTX exchange and Alameda Research trading firm. MIT physics graduate. FTX grew to be the third-largest crypto exchange before collapsing in November 2022 due to misuse of customer funds. Convicted of multiple counts of fraud and conspiracy in 2023, sentenced to 25 years in prison.

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