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My First Million
The Wildest Stories of Corporate Espionage We’ve Ever Heard
Mar 21, 2025
Dive into the wild world of corporate espionage with tales of competitive intrigue and deception! Hear about a dramatic showdown between HR giants Rippling and Deel, complete with flushable phones and police involvement. Explore the historical antics of the British East India Company, and laugh along with the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi saga filled with trade secrets. The conversation even touches on employee reviews and the impact of family dynamics on success, revealing the high stakes and humorous sides of corporate rivalry.
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- The ongoing lawsuit between Rippling and Deal highlights the unethical practices corporations may resort to in fierce competition for trade secrets.
- Rippling's innovative use of a honeypot to catch an alleged spy demonstrates the creative tactics companies employ in corporate intelligence.
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Corporate Espionage in Tech
Rippling, a company that provides HR software and payroll services, has recently filed a lawsuit against Deal, alleging that Deal hired a spy to steal trade secrets. This spy is claimed to have accessed Rippling's system an average of 23 times per day, particularly targeting potential customers who might consider switching to Rippling. This situation highlights a dramatic and sometimes ruthless side of the enterprise technology market, where competition can lead to unethical practices to gain an advantage. The lawsuit has sparked discussions about corporate espionage, ethics in business, and the lengths companies will go to protect their interests.
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