FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried has officially appealed his 25-year prison sentence, arguing he was “presumed guilty” from the start of his trial following the collapse of the crypto exchange in 2022. His lawyers say the case was rushed, unfair, and influenced by pressure from the media, prosecutors, and even the judge, a situation they call “a miscarriage of justice.” “Forced to Fight With One Hand Tied Behind His Back” Bankman-Fried’s defense claims the trial process was deeply flawed and violated his right to a fair hearing. Attorney Michael Bloch, who represents the FTX founder, described the proceedings as unprecedented and
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