Netflix Unveils ‘The Altruists’: A Dramatic Look at the FTX Scandal Involving Sam Bankman-Fried

In a significant development in the intersection of finance and media, Netflix has announced an upcoming limited series titled “The Altruists.” This eight-episode series delves into the notorious FTX scandal, exploring the narrations of two ambitious idealists whose actions inadvertently lead them into a conspiracy involving the misappropriation of approximately $8 billion. Produced by Higher Ground, the production company established by Barack and Michelle Obama, the series aims to shine a light on the complexities of the modern financial landscape. Following the scandal, Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for fraud, while Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, received a two-year sentence. This series not only emphasizes the ramifications of financial mismanagement but also aims to educate audiences about the consequences of misaligned ambitions in the evolving world of cryptocurrency.