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Behind bars, Ex-FTX Sam Bankman-Fried chief champions Solana’s crypto potential

In this post:

  • Solana’s potential as an Ethereum alternative gains traction in prison.
  • Bankman-Fried’s legal battle was fueled by faith in Solana.
  • Solana’s resilience shines amidst FTX’s downfall fallout.

In an unexpected turn of events, Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX, has found himself in prison, where he’s been actively working on his legal defense. However, rather than allowing his circumstances to dampen his spirits, Bankman-Fried has been utilizing his time to share insights into the cryptocurrency market, particularly promoting Solana’s (SOL) potential.

Sam Bankman-Fried promotion of Solana amidst legal battles

Despite facing a lengthy prison sentence of up to 110 years for fraud, Bankman-Fried hasn’t lost his enthusiasm for the crypto industry. Reports indicate that he has been engaging with prison guards, offering them advice on investing in Solana’s native coin, SOL.

Bankman-Fried’s advocacy for Solana stems from his belief in its superiority as a faster and cheaper alternative to Ethereum.

Solana’s road to redemption

The association between Solana and FTX faced a significant setback following the collapse of the latter. The fallout resulted in a decline in SOL’s price, dipping below $10 amid concerns over FTX’s fraudulent activities and potential liquidation of SOL holdings. Despite efforts to distance itself from FTX, Solana continues to grapple with the reputational fallout.

In a bid to rebuild trust and regain momentum, Solana has undertaken various initiatives. January saw the unveiling of Solana Mobile’s ‘Chapter 2’ web3 smartphone, which garnered over 25,000 pre-orders, signaling a renewed interest in the ecosystem.

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 Additionally, the Solana Foundation recently initiated a hackathon program in collaboration with Colosseum, aimed at fostering innovation and development within the community.

SBF’s legal strategy

Bankman-Fried, supported by a new legal team led by attorney Marc Mukasey, is appealing his conviction and seeking a reduced sentence ranging from 5 to 6.5 years. With the backing of his parents and a network of supporters, including law professors and former employees, Bankman-Fried’s defense emphasizes the absence of malicious intent in FTX’s operations.

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