Roman Sterlingov is appealing his potential 30-year prison sentence, arguing that it is disproportionate compared to similar cases. Meanwhile, Tornado Cash, a prominent crypto mixing service, has seen a resurgence in use despite ongoing legal challenges and sanctions, highlighting the difficulties in regulating decentralized financial services.
SanyaChangpeng Zhao's prison start is delayed as authorities assess Seatac's suitability; his high-powered legal team also contributes to the postponement.
Huang Bo"If Mr. Zhao is incarcerated ... his wealth and status as a public figure will put his physical and mental health at risk of threats, including but not limited to theft and extortion."
JinseFinanceThe DOJ demands a 36-month prison term and $50 million fine for Changpeng Zhao, citing major legal violations and necessary harsh penalties to deter future misconduct.
Cheng YuanThe court's ruling mandated the hacker to forfeit $12.3 million and provide $5 million in restitution.
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JinseFinanceProsecutors are advocating for a lengthy prison term and an $11 billion judgment against Sam Bankman-Fried, former CEO of FTX, following his conviction for fraud. The case underscores the severity of financial misconduct in the cryptocurrency world, highlighting the need for accountability and caution.
BerniceFormer FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried faces up to 110 years in prison for fraud and money laundering. Legal team requests 5.25 to 6.5 years, citing first-time offense and restitution efforts. Sentencing set for March 28.
EdmundAmir Hossein Golshan, a 25-year-old Los Angeles resident, has been sentenced to 96 months in federal prison for orchestrating various scams, including "SIM swapping" to hijack Instagram accounts. Golshan's schemes, resulting in over $1.2 million in losses, involved impersonating individuals, fraudulent advertising, and exploiting two-step authentication vulnerabilities, showcasing the escalating sophistication of digital fraud.
JixuFormer Bithumb Chairman, Lee Jeong-hoon, faces an eight-year prison sentence over allegations of manipulating Bithumb's governance in a complex cryptocurrency scandal, with a verdict set for January 18, 2024, potentially impacting Bithumb's future and regulatory scrutiny in the industry.
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