FTX/Alameda Redeems $39.41 Million in SOL, Moves Funds to Exchanges

FTX and Alameda redeemed nearly 193,000 SOL, moving them across multiple addresses, with most tokens later transferred to Coinbase or Binance, reflecting ongoing liquidation.

SOL

Summary

FTX and Alameda Research redeemed 192,900 SOL worth approximately $39.41 million from staking, distributing the funds across 28 addresses, many of which later sent the tokens to Coinbase or Binance. Since November 2023, the address involved has redeemed and transferred 9.173 million SOL valued at $1.85 billion, averaging $135 per token. Despite substantial liquidations, 4.41 million SOL worth about $890 million remains staked.

Terms & Concepts
  • SOL: The native cryptocurrency of the Solana blockchain, used for transactions, staking, and participating in network governance.
  • Staking: The process of locking up cryptocurrency in a blockchain network to support its operations, often earning rewards in return.
  • Redemption: The act of withdrawing staked cryptocurrency back into a liquid state for potential transfer or sale.