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FTX & Alameda Research Shift $23M in Crypto Assets; Here’s Why

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Qadir AK

The world of cryptocurrencies is exciting and thrilling and you never really know what to expect next. Now, a major event has just unfolded, as highlighted by blockchain analytics firm Spot On Chain. FTX and Alameda Research, industry heavyweights, have orchestrated an impressive transfer of $23.59 million across top cryptocurrency exchanges in a mere four days.

This move is part of a larger operation involving a substantial $591 million since late October, triggering a flurry of questions and theories within the crypto community.

What’s brewing? Let’s explore.

Breaking Down the Numbers

Let’s dive into the specifics of this significant transfer:

  • Ethereum (ETH): A whopping 3,150 ETH, valued at $6.8 million.
  • ALEPH (ALEPH): A massive 59.6 million tokens, totaling $6.41 million.
  • Curve (CRV): 3.60 million CRV tokens, worth $2.48 million.
  • Avalanche (AVAX): 33,388 AVAX tokens, amounting to $990,000.
  • Chainlink (LINK): 50,282 LINK tokens, valued at $848,000.

In addition, $6.07 million in diverse assets like PUNDIX, RSR, DOGE, BCH, CHR, AXS, MATIC, UNI, ORBS, FXS, DOT, GMT, 1INCH, and SOL have made their way to major exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, OKX, and Galaxy Digital OTC. This mix of assets has become a hot topic for speculation and debate.

Strategy at Play

FTX and Alameda Research have been transferring significant amounts of cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, ALEPH, Curve, Avalanche, and Chainlink, among others. Moreover, SBF’s recent guilty verdict on seven charges, including money laundering and fraud, has cast a shadow over FTX and Alameda Research, complicating their financial and operational outlook.

Amid financial turbulence and legal troubles, these massive transfers seem to be part of a strategy to generate liquidity. This move aims to meet obligations to creditors, a common practice in navigating the complexities of bankruptcy proceedings.

Read More: Sam Bankman Fried Holds Back on Post-Trial Motion in FTX Trial, Eyes Appeal

Started from the Top, Now We’re Here?

Once celebrated leaders in the cryptocurrency space, FTX and Alameda Research have seen a rapid and significant collapse of their reputation.

Currently, these industry giants are navigating a maze of legal and financial challenges, with every move under intense scrutiny from various stakeholders. The aftermath of these developments has sent shockwaves through the crypto market, denting investor confidence and reshaping perceptions of industry stability.

The call for increased regulatory oversight in the cryptocurrency domain has gained momentum; but will action be taken? That remains to be seen.

Qadir AK

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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