Money Men
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Money Men
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Money Men
Money Men by Dan McCrum unravels a tale so unbelievable, it could easily be mistaken for fiction. This gripping nonfiction work dives into the meteoric rise and dramatic downfall of Wirecard, a company that once stood as a $30 billion tech titan. For readers who enjoyed Bad Blood and The Billion Dollar Whale, this book promises to be an electrifying addition to their collection.
Journalist Dan McCrum takes the reader along his investigative journey, starting with a simple tip about Wirecard, a promising new tech company challenging the Silicon Valley elite. At first glance, everything seemed extraordinary: Wirecard was expanding rapidly with new offices worldwide, reporting explosive growth, and even had a CEO who donned a black turtleneck, reminiscent of Steve Jobs. The company skyrocketed from obscurity to surpass notable financial institutions like Commerzbank and Deutsche Bank on the stock market.
However, as McCrum delved deeper, he unearthed a narrative filled with danger and intrigue far beyond his wildest expectations. In a world teeming with short sellers, whistleblowers, pornographers, private militias, hackers, and spies, McCrum found himself entangled in a complex web of deceit. His investigation revealed alarming inconsistencies and potential fraud within Wirecard.
The stakes grew higher as McCrum realised he was not the only one on this perilous quest. He was shadowed by mysterious figures through the streets of London, received threatening letters from high-flying lawyers addressed to his employer, and even became the prime suspect in a criminal investigation. As the pressure mounted, McCrum raced against time to substantiate his claims and clear his name.
Money Men offers an inside look into Wirecard's colossal fraud—one of the largest in Europe's tech history. McCrum exposes the intricacies of this multi-billion-dollar scam, revealing fake bank accounts, counterfeit offices, and a deceit that might include a staged death. This searing exposé lays bare the truth, highlighting the lengths people will go to in the name of greed and ambition.
Dan McCrum's tenacity and journalistic integrity shine through in this compelling narrative, making Money Men not only a captivating read but also an essential story of corruption and resilience in the modern world.
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Money Men by Dan McCrum has been praised for its thrilling narrative and meticulous investigative journalism. It reads like a crime drama, delving into the audacious fraud at Wirecard. Reviewers highlight its compelling storytelling, the importance of old-school reporting, and the book's role as a testament to quality journalism and the pursuit of truth.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780552178464
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 May 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 21.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 247g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Dan McCrum is a member of the Financial Times investigations team. His reporting on Wirecard has been recognised with the Impact Award for distinguished financial journalism from the New York Financial Writers' Association, as well as the Ludwig Erhard Prize for economic journalism.
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