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Gaunt, shorn and bankrupt: fallen SBF appears in court

The former crypto mogul who once rubbed shoulders with celebrities and political leaders looked thin and dishevelled as his six-week trial began.

Matthew CranstonUnited States correspondent

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New York | Sam Bankman-Fried’s view from the 26th floor of the Manhattan federal court is a vivid reminder of just how far the one-time crypto king has fallen.

Out of the window, the 31-year-old former billionaire can catch a glimpse of New York’s spectacular city skyline, including the Empire State Building, long a famous symbol of America’s wealth.

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Matthew Cranston is the United States correspondent, based in Washington. He was previously the Economics correspondent and Property editor. Connect with Matthew on Twitter. Email Matthew at mcranston@afr.com

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