FTX's new CEO John J. Ray III said in a statement: "Based on our review over the past week, we are pleased to learn that many of FTX's regulated or licensed subsidiaries in the United States and abroad have solvent financial institutions. balance sheets, responsible management and valuable franchises." According to the statement, FTX-related companies known as 'FTX Debtors' have appointed Perella Weinberg Partners LP as the lead investment bank and began preparations for the sale Or reorganize some assets. "I have directed the team at FTX Debtors to prioritize preserving franchise value as much as possible under difficult circumstances," Ray said.