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Four years after the sudden collapse of FTX, the case continues to shake the crypto ecosystem. FTX Recovery Trust announces new distribution of $2.2 billion, reviving lender expectations as well as tensions over repayment terms. One question remains behind these payments: do these restitutions really represent a turning point for victims, or do they prolong the frustrations born of the 2022 collapse?
In short
- FTX is launching a new distribution of $2.2 billion, with repayments scheduled for late March 2026 for several categories of lenders.
- Payments are precisely structured with variable rates depending on the type of claim and the repayment schedule already in full swing.
- Almost $10 billion has already been reallocated, representing significant progress in the repayment process from 2025.
- The calculation method based on 2022 prices has been criticized, with some creditors feeling they are not being fully compensated.
New distribution of $2.2 billion from FTX
The FTX Recovery Trust formalized a new repayment phase with a $2.2 billion payment scheduled for March 31, 2026.
Funds will be transferred to lenders via their chosen provider within an estimated timeframe of one to three business days.
This allocation is part of a structured framework with different installments depending on the nature of the claims.
- 18% for international client receivables;
- 5% for US customers;
- 15% for unsecured claims and crypto loans;
- 120% for small claims.
This fourth cycle continues a series of payments that began in 2025. The first payment of $1.2 billion was made in February, followed by $5 billion in May and then $1.6 billion in September. With this new tranche, the total redistributed amount will reach approximately $10 billion. The schedule already includes the fifth distribution set for May 29, 2026, confirming the methodical progress of the restitution plan.
Challenged installments and still sensitive context
Despite the range of allocated sums, the method of calculating the repayment has drawn constant criticism. The compensations are based on the value of the assets at the time of the bankruptcy in 2022, which is when Bitcoin was trading around $16,871 and Ether near $1,258.
This approach creates a sense of loss for some lenders who feel that they are not benefiting from the market recovery. This was stated by one of the creditors’ spokesperson Sunil Kavuri “FTX creditors were not fully compensated”.
This repayment phase comes as former chief executive Sam Bankman-Fried continues his trial after being sentenced to 25 years in prison. Meanwhile, these distributions could have an impact on the crypto market.
A portion of the returned funds could be reinvested in cryptocurrencies, creating a potential short-term influx of liquidity. The process initiated by the FTX Recovery Trust thus continues amid the tension between financial restitution and unfulfilled expectations.
Despite the size of the redistribution, criticism remains about the fairness of the process. FTX promised an unprecedented 118% payout, but the reference to 2022 prices continues to cause frustration. Continued distribution will determine whether this strategy is enough to restore lasting confidence in an ecosystem still scarred by this earthquake.
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