In a surprising turn of events, cryptocurrency exchange FTX has unveiled a reorganization plan aimed at fully compensating its creditors. Even more remarkable is the fact that most creditors are poised to receive more than their initial losses. The announcement, made through a late Tuesday court filing, comes as a significant relief to FTX customers who have had their funds locked up since the exchange filed for bankruptcy protection in November 2022.
Creditors with claims of $50,000 or less are set to receive approximately 118% of their allowed claim amount, benefiting nearly 98% of FTX's creditors.
FTX estimates its debt to creditors at $11.2 billion but has secured between $14.5 billion and $16.3 billion for distribution.
The reorganization plan is subject to approval from the bankruptcy court and involves selling various assets, including venture investments and stakes held by Alameda, Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto hedge fund.
FTX raised a significant portion of the funds from the sale of its stake in artificial intelligence firm Anthropic, yielding nearly $900 million.
John Ray III, FTX's new CEO, expressed satisfaction with the proposed Chapter 11 plan, which aims to return 100% of bankruptcy claim amounts plus interest for non-governmental creditors.
FTX's reorganization plan marks a significant step towards resolving the exchange's financial woes and providing relief to affected creditors. The unexpected news of creditors potentially receiving more than their initial claims reflects FTX's efforts to navigate challenging circumstances and prioritize customer satisfaction.
As the plan awaits approval from the bankruptcy court, stakeholders remain hopeful for a favorable outcome that ensures fair compensation for all parties involved.
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