The role of investigative journalism in exposing fraud from "summary" of Bad Blood by JOHN. CARREYROU
Investigative journalism played a crucial role in uncovering the fraud at Theranos. The reporters who pursued the story were relentless in their pursuit of the truth, digging deep into the inner workings of the company. They were not swayed by the charismatic persona of Elizabeth Holmes or the grand promises of her revolutionary technology. Instead, they followed the evidence, piecing together a narrative of deception and deceit. Through their investigative reporting, these journalists were able to shine a light on the dark underbelly of Theranos. They uncovered the discrepancies between the company's claims and the reality of its technology. They exposed the lies and manipulation that had been used to prop up the facade of success. And most importantly, they held Theranos and its leaders accountable for their actions. The journalists were not afraid to ask the tough questions or to challenge the official narrative. They sought out sources and information that would corr...
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