FTX Recovery Trust May Distribute About $1.6 Billion to Creditors on Sept. 30 in Third Payout

• Third distribution date: Sept. 30, 2025 — payments expected within three business days.

• Distribution breakdown: 40% US Customer Entitlement, 24% General Unsecured & Digital Asset Loan, 6% Dotcom Customer, 120% Convenience.

• Trust assets: up to $16.5 billion earmarked for creditors after prior $1.2B and $5B payouts in Feb and May.

FTX Recovery Trust distribution: third tranche ~$1.6B on Sept. 30, 2025 — check creditor account timelines and claim allocations now.

The distribution marks the third payout to creditors of the former exchange as it continues dispensing up to $16.5 billion in funds.

What is the FTX Recovery Trust distribution?

The FTX Recovery Trust distribution is the managed payout process returning recovered assets to former FTX customers and creditors after the exchange’s 2022 collapse. The trust coordinates claim adjudication and scheduled tranche payments; the third tranche totals roughly $1.6 billion and is scheduled for Sept. 30, 2025.

When will creditors receive the Sept. 30 distribution?

Creditors are scheduled to be paid on Sept. 30, 2025, with funds expected to appear in accounts within three business days of that payment date. This timeline was announced by the FTX Recovery Trust in its public distribution notice and is consistent with prior payouts from February and May 2025.

The FTX Recovery Trust, the entity overseeing recovered assets from the bankrupt exchange, confirmed a third tranche of distributions valued at approximately $1.6 billion. This represents the trust’s continued effort to return funds to verified creditors after large recoveries and asset liquidations conducted since 2023.

Source: Sunil Kavuri

How is the $1.6B third tranche allocated?

The distribution allocates percentages by claim type: 6% for Dotcom Customer claims, 40% for US Customer Entitlement Claims, 24% for General Unsecured and Digital Asset Loan Claims, and 120% to Convenience claims as part of the September payout. Allocation details were published by the trust to ensure transparency in claimant recoveries.

Background: The trust began reimbursing creditors with a $1.2 billion payment in February and followed with a $5 billion distribution in May. The recovery program currently manages up to $16.5 billion in assets allocated to creditors and former customers via structured distributions and claims administration.

Why does the distribution matter to markets and creditors?

Large recovery distributions influence creditor liquidity and market sentiment. Former customers regain capital that can re-enter markets or be withdrawn, affecting trading volumes and asset demand. Market participants and regulators have monitored the trust’s disbursements for broader implications on crypto asset flows and creditor restitution practices.

What is the status of Sam Bankman‑Fried’s appeal?

Sam Bankman‑Fried, convicted in November 2023 on multiple fraud and conspiracy charges and sentenced to 25 years in March 2024, is pursuing an appeal scheduled for November. His legal team asserts trial fairness issues and disputed claims about FTX’s solvency and liquidity at relevant times. Court filings and appellate briefs will determine the appeal timeline and outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much has the FTX Recovery Trust paid so far?

The trust disbursed $1.2 billion in February and $5 billion in May 2025. The Sept. 30 tranche of about $1.6 billion is the third scheduled distribution from the trust’s recoveries.

Who manages the distribution and where are details available?

The FTX Recovery Trust and its claims administrator manage distributions. Official details are published by the trust in public notices and court filings; creditors should reference those documents for claim-specific guidance.

What should creditors do if they have questions about payments?

Creditors should consult their claim administrator communications and trust notices for timelines and account instructions. Retain documentation of claim acceptance and monitor the account used for past reimbursements.

Key Takeaways

• Scheduled payout: Third tranche ~ $1.6B on Sept. 30, 2025; payments within three business days.
• Allocation transparency: Percentages set by claim type to ensure equitable distributions across creditor classes.
• Ongoing recovery: Trust has up to $16.5B allocated to creditor recovery after prior $1.2B and $5B disbursements.

Conclusion

The FTX Recovery Trust distribution continues the measured return of recovered assets to former customers and creditors. The Sept. 30, 2025 tranche of roughly $1.6 billion clarifies allocation priorities and timelines, and creditors should monitor official trust notices and claim administrator communications for payment confirmation. COINOTAG will track updates and provide timely summaries as new filings and distributions are posted.