"Sam Bankman-Fried Fights Bail Revocation Over Leaked Love Letters"

Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX cryptocurrency exchange, has appealed a decision to revoke his bail after he leaked love letters written by his former colleague and romantic partner, Caroline Ellison, to a New York Times reporter. Bankman-Fried's lawyers argue that he shared the writings to defend his reputation, not to intimidate Ellison. Prosecutors accuse Bankman-Fried of stealing billions of dollars in customer funds and witness tampering. His lawyers also claim that his lack of computer access in jail has hindered his ability to analyze evidence and prepare for trial. They have requested either temporary release or more frequent meetings with his legal team.
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