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The FRANK Scandal Exposed-- When A Lie Becomes Criminal

The FRANK Scandal Exposed-- When A Lie Becomes Criminal

Season 6 Episode 65 Published 1 year, 1 month ago
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The conversation delves into the rise and fall of Charlie Javice, a once-celebrated fintech entrepreneur whose startup, Frank, promised to revolutionize student financial aid. However, her claims of a vast user base were fabricated, leading to a high-profile trial for fraud. The discussion highlights the implications of her actions on Silicon Valley's culture and the broader conversation about ethics in the tech industry.


Chapters

  • 00:00 The Rise of Charlie Javice
  • 03:12 The Illusion of Success- When Sales Becomes Fraud
  • 05:56 FRANK Scandal Exposed 
  • 12:12 Trial and the Verdict
  • 15:47 When A Lie Becomes Criminal 
  • 18:46 What Happened To Frank Company 
  • 22:05 Startup Fraud Stories and Lessons Learned

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