SBF’s 25-Year Sentence Upheld by U.S. Court of Appeals

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On August 5, 2026, the U.S. Second Circuit Court upheld Sam Bankman-Fried’s 25-year sentence and $11 billion asset forfeiture. The court denied his request for a retrial in June 2026. SBF was convicted on seven counts related to the FTX fraud. The ruling aligns with ongoing CFTC enforcement efforts and affects liquidity in crypto markets. The U.S. Supreme Court remains the final option for review.

ChainThink reports that on August 5, the U.S. Second Circuit Court officially concluded the appeal process for Sam Bankman-Fried.

Previously, the court unanimously denied his request for a new trial in June. SBF’s conviction on seven charges related to the FTX fraud case, along with his 25-year prison sentence and $11 billion asset forfeiture, remains in effect. The U.S. Supreme Court is now his only possible avenue for further review.

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