Bankrupt FTX Exchange Eyes a Potential Rebirth

John Ray III, the newly appointed CEO of the beleaguered FTX exchange, has dropped some hints that a potential revival of the exchange may be in the works. Ray, who took over the reins to navigate FTX's bankruptcy proceedings, indicated earlier this year that a resurgence was not off the table.

Recent billing reports reveal intriguing developments - Ray spent 6.7 hours working on aspects related to "2.0," thought to signify the possible relaunch of the exchange as FTX 2.0.

As of now, tangible evidence supporting the exchange's resurrection is scant, with only theoretical remarks and internal plans to go by. However, Ray hasn't entirely dismissed the prospect, stating in January, "Everything is on the table. If there's a feasible way forward, we'll not only explore it, we'll undertake it."

In a conversation in April, FTX's chief lawyer, Andy Dietderich, floated the idea that the crypto exchange could potentially spring back into operation. Such a move would demand substantial capital infusion and could even provide customers with stakes in the future exchange. However, Dietderich clarified that this is merely one of numerous possibilities and nothing has been finalized yet.

Venture Capital firm Tribe Capital has reportedly shown interest in spearheading a funding round to reboot the exchange.