Sam Bankman-Fried, the former billionaire and co-founder of failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, appeared in Manhattan federal court on Tuesday where he pleaded not guilty to seven counts. His lawyers argued that Bankman-Fried requires special access to computers, medications, and a vegan diet, but he is not receiving these in jail. His trial is scheduled to begin on August 16 and if convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison.
