Sam Bankman-Fried, former head of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, could be released from prison four years sooner than initially anticipated. This early release is attributed to his positive behavior in prison and completion of two months prior to sentencing, according to recent updates. 25-year sentence for fraud was handed down in 2024 after FTX’s collapse, which involved defrauding customers and investors. Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, a company linked to FTX, is also expected to be released in May 2026 with a two-year sentence for her role in the fraud. Her lighter sentence was granted due to her cooperation with authorities and remorse. The possibility of an early release has sparked debate: while some view it as a reasonable consequence based on earned privileges, others criticize its impact on FTX’s victims and lack of full accountability. This uncertainty may lead to stricter regulations within the crypto industry to rebuild investor trust.