FTX, the cryptocurrency exchange that declared its bankruptcy in November 2022, has announced that its restructuring efforts will prioritize full compensation for its customers, excluding any intentions of reviving the crypto exchange platform.
During a January 31st session at the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, FTX's legal representative, Andy Dietderich from Sullivan and Cromwell, shared optimistic yet cautious forecasts about repaying both users and creditors fully.
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FTX's lawyer clarified, however, that this remains a goal rather than a promise. Dietderich confirmed the absence of plans to launch a new version of FTX, referencing the current bankruptcy strategy as not envisioning an FTX 2.0 revival.
Dietderich elaborated on the financial strategy, indicating a forthcoming disclosure statement in February outlining the repayment process for customers and unsecured creditors with valid claims.
The lawyer also mentioned the lack of commitment from investors for the capital infusion necessary to relaunch the offshore crypto exchange, alongside the absence of a purchaser interested in acquiring the exchange as an ongoing business.
Highlighting the challenges faced in the aftermath of Sam Bankman-Fried's management, Dietderich criticized the former CEO's handling of the company's financial and organizational records.
The costs and risks of creating a viable exchange from what Mr. Bankman-Fried left in the dumpster were simply too high.
Following Bankman-Fried's conviction on seven felony charges related to fraud at FTX and Alameda Research in November 2023, with a sentencing hearing set for March 28th, FTX's token (FTT) experienced a volatile price movement, indicating the ongoing market response to the company's developments.
Furthermore, in December 2023, FTX debtors suggested that claimants be compensated at the cryptocurrency values recorded at the bankruptcy filing—$16,871 for Bitcoin and $1,258 for Ether. Conversely, creditors recommended repayments in the actual cryptocurrencies held. The court, led by Judge John Dorsey, ruled in favor of the debtors.
FTX's commitment to repaying its customers and creditors without relaunching the exchange signifies a pivotal shift toward rectifying past mismanagement and restoring trust within the cryptocurrency community. The absence of new investors or buyers for the defunct platform underscores the challenges ahead. Yet, the legal team's efforts to navigate these complexities offer a glimpse of hope for affected parties.
