Corporate Paranoia and Leadership Failures at eBay

This chapter examines the financial pressure eBay encountered following an investment from Elliott Management, contrasting executive excess with employee austerity. It highlights the intense climate of fear and intimidation within the company, particularly in response to public criticism, while drawing parallels to broader themes of compliance and moral responsibility in corporate culture. The narrative ultimately explores the extreme security measures adopted by eBay, reflecting a troubling intertwining of corporate tactics and psychopathic behaviors of selected leaders.