The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: Sam Bankman-Fried convicted
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Nov 3, 2023 
Alice Fullwood, Wall Street correspondent and co-host of Money Talks, and Sasha Nauter, social affairs editor at The Economist, dive into Sam Bankman-Fried's dramatic fall and conviction, exposing the impact on the cryptocurrency landscape. They also tackle advancements in IVF technology, discussing its successes and the pressing need for greater accessibility. Finally, the conversation touches on the evolving nature of Southern accents, emphasizing demographic shifts and their cultural implications in America.
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FTX's Downfall
- FTX, once perceived as the future of crypto, featured in Super Bowl ads with stars like Larry David.
- The ads portrayed FTX as a safe and easy entry point into cryptocurrency.
SBF's Conviction
- Sam Bankman-Fried's trial included the Super Bowl ads as evidence.
- The U.S. attorney called SBF's actions one of the biggest financial frauds in American history.
Swift Conviction
- The jury quickly convicted Sam Bankman-Fried after only four hours of deliberation.
- This highlighted the strength of the evidence presented by the prosecution.