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When it comes to making money, no one quite knows how to do it like crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried. The man behind the largest crypto derivatives exchange, FTX, was arrested recently after running out of bribery money.
It appears his ambitious attempt to get rich quickly has failed miserably. The story begins with a report from the Department of Justice (DOJ) alleging that Bankman-Fried, along with a few cohorts, had been using bribes to influence several government officials to gain favor for their business ventures. Unfortunately, their plan hit a snag when they ran out of money and realized that bribery does not come cheap.
The DOJ then set up an investigation that revealed the extent of their illicit activities and who exactly was involved. Ultimately, Bankman-Fried was arrested alongside his conspirators and faced several charges, including fraud and conspiracy. It’s a cautionary tale for anyone looking to make fast money – sometimes those shortcuts aren’t so short after all! Check your pockets and count your coins before taking any questionable shortcuts – you never know who might be watching!