# FTT Pumps After SBF Tweets from Prison

*Author: Bankless*
*Published: Feb 25, 2025*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/read/ftt-pumps-after-sbf-tweets-from-prison-2*

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Sam Bankman-Fried posted on X, his first social media activity since January 2023, discussing U.S. government layoffs. The FTT token experienced a brief 29% surge following his post. Bankman-Fried is appealing his case, arguing for a mistrial.  

## **What’s the Scoop?**
- **SBF's Return to Social Media**: Sam Bankman-Fried used X for the first time in two years, commenting on DOGE-related mass layoffs in the U.S. government.
- **FTT Token Surge**: Following Bankman-Fried's social media post, FTT token surged over 29%.
- **Legal Proceedings Continue**: Bankman-Fried is appealing his legal case, seeking a mistrial declaration.
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