David Gura

Disgraced tech mogul Sam Bankman-Fried, who decided to take the stand in his own defense, faced a withering cross-examination at his high-profile criminal trial.

The former FTX CEO was keen to convince jurors he did not intend to commit any crimes — but he stumbled frequently under withering questioning by the prosecution.

Sam Bankman-Fried is taking the stand in his own defense, in a massive gamble to avoid prison. In the first day of testimony, the disgraced FTX founder sought to pin blame on others.

Sam Bankman-Fried, who faces a possible life sentence on charges of fraudulent crypto dealing, has decided to testify in his own defense at his high-profile criminal trial.

The former FTX CEO, who is accused of orchestrating one of the largest financial frauds in history, plans to testify in his own criminal trial in a major gamble to avoid prison time.

Bonds are being pummeled as investors fear interest rates will stay higher for longer because of high inflation. That will raise borrowing costs across the economy even more.

Bankman-Fried built a multibillion crypto business spearheaded by FTX with the help of a group of young colleagues. Now three of his closest associates have turned against him.

The trial of the former FTX CEO concluded its second week, featuring explosive testimony from Caroline Ellison, a former girlfriend of Bankman-Fried.

The U.S. government's star witness testifies against disgraced crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried. Caroline Ellison is his ex-girlfriend and formerly a member of his inner circle.

Caroline Ellison accused Bankman-Fried of being the mastermind behind illegal activity at FTX. Her words carry weight: She worked with him and also once dated him.

Sam Bankman-Fried's trial in New York kicked off with lawyers from both sides delivering their opening statements, painting him as a villain or as an innocent nerd.

Jury selection began in the fraud trial of disgraced crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried. He founded FTX, the multibillion-dollar crypto company he founded, which collapsed late last year.

Sam Bankman-Fried faces seven criminal charges, including for defrauding investors. His blockbuster trial is set to begin on Tuesday, and he could face an over 100-year prison term if convicted.

NPR's David Gura speaks with Zeke Faux of Bloomberg News about the upcoming trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX.

FTX's lawyers allege Sam Bankman-Fried's mom and dad helped shape their son's crypto empire and received millions of dollars worth of gifts and benefits from the now-bankrupt company.

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is sounding the alarm about the damage a government shutdown could do to the U.S. economy. "It's really reckless and will impose immediate harm," Yellen told NPR.

Sam Bankman-Fried, ex-head of FTX goes on trial next week accused of orchestrating one of the largest financial frauds in history. Bankman-Fried's parents are now facing legal problems of their own.

As House Republicans struggle to keep the federal government open beyond September 30, NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with a trio of NPR correspondents about the potential impact of a government shutdown.

Without a deal on Capitol Hill, current spending laws expire on Sept. 30. Ahead of a potential government shutdown, Wall Street is gaming out what it could mean for the U.S. economy.

In 2021, retail investors bet big on so-called "meme stocks," with the goal of making money and upending power dynamics on Wall Street. The odds are still stacked in favor of professional investors.