Post-bankruptcy, FTX Trading Ltd., a once-prominent player in the cryptocurrency exchange industry, is carefully contemplating its future and weighing its options, which include selling the entire exchange.
Kevin M. Cofsky, the company’s investment banker from Perella Weinberg Partners, revealed during a court hearing in Wilmington, Delaware, that a decision regarding the company’s direction would be made by mid-December, according to a report.
In addition, active negotiations are underway with several investors concerning the possibility of binding offers.
Multiple options are being considered. Reportedly, the options range from selling the entire exchange, including its vast customer base of over 9 million, to forging a partnership with another entity to revitalize the platform.
Mr. Cofsky has considered the possibility of FTX restoring its trading platform independently. However, the identities of the prospective suitors remain unknown.
After declaring bankruptcy last year, FTX has attempted to raise funds for creditor repayment. According to court documents, FTX administrators effectively recovered approximately $7 billion in assets, including $3.4 billion in cryptocurrency.
In addition, the company’s attorney, Andrew Dietderich, reportedly disclosed during court proceedings that certain complex disputes with key creditor organizations have reached a preliminary resolution.
This development permits FTX to initiate a comprehensive payout strategy by December. However, the percentage of consumer recovery is still unknown and will largely depend on the outcome of selling the exchange or revitalizing it.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s resignation as CEO of FTX was a severe setback for the company. Due to financial difficulties, this decision followed FTX’s suspension of its trading platform.
Bankman-Fried is on trial in New York for allegedly diverting FTX customer funds to a distinct entity under his control. These funds allegedly financed high-risk transactions, substantial political contributions, and the purchase of luxury properties, ultimately leading to both companies’ demise.
