Unmasking the Tech Fraud

She snorted. "Get in line, honey. This is a tech conference. Everyone owes everyone

money. It's a Ponzi scheme with better catering." She extended a hand. "Chloe.

Tech journalist. Or 'corporate muckraker,' depending on who you ask." "Mark," I said.

"Logistics. Or 'sucker,' depending on who you ask." Chloe closed her laptop.

She seemed bored, and I looked like entertainment. "How much?" "Two hundred large."

She whistled low. "Ouch. Angel investor?" "Best friend." The amusement vanished

from her face, replaced by a flicker of genuine sympathy. "That's the worst kind.

What's his name? Maybe I know him. I know all the frauds." "Julian Vane. Company is called