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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The FRANK Scandal Exposed-- When A Lie Becomes Criminal