The fake artist problem on streaming platforms is far more ominous than it seems at first glance. You might think this can’t be much different than a cover band, no? Or, at worst, maybe it’s just another form of music piracy, which has been happening for ages. In fact, the problem is much worse than […]
Misinformation is Destroying Businesses — How Do We Finally Tackle Fake News?
“Fake news” is not just a buzzword. Beyond conspicuously ridiculous conspiracy theories and sensationalist headlines, fake news threatens the very foundations of our information ecosystem. The damage is real indeed: reputations are tarnished, businesses suffer devastating losses, and the line between truth and lie is blurred. But how do we even start solving the fake news problem? In […]
You’ve Heard of Fake News… What About Fake PR?
I’m guessing you’re familiar with the term “fake news” by now. We see it everywhere we look these days and it appears in many forms—from the satire of Saturday Night Light and the hoaxes of Bigfoot sightings to poorly reported journalism and the actual “fake news” websites that spread disinformation. It’s these last two types […]
Fake PR Agency CEOs Ulyses Osuna, and Gavin Lira, Under Investigation
In the world of Fake PR, maintaining the integrity and coming out clean is no small feat. So, major props to Ulyses Osuna for coming clean about paying writers under the table to post featured articles. Not only does this violate journalism ethics, but it’s illegal per FTC disclosure rules. Then there’s Gavin Lira and Grant Lira of […]
ACE Holdings Faces Growing Legal Battles as Investor Sues for RM8.3 Million
ACE Holdings is embroiled in legal turmoil as it faces action from the Securities Commission Malaysia regarding its attempted takeover of Apex Equity Holdings Bhd, alongside multiple lawsuits from investors dissatisfied with unmet investment returns. KUALA LUMPUR (May 11): The list of investors pursuing legal action against ACE Holdings Bhd for failing to fulfill promised […]
The Newest Ponzi Scheme by Jason Grosfeld
Some lavish structures have been built on Los Cabo’s East Cape, including Costa Palmas, a luxury resort managed and owned by Los Angeles real estate firm Irongate. Existing homes in Costa Palmas cost between $2.5 million and more than $25 million for seaside properties. Jason Grosfeld Interviews with Jason Grosfeld, the founder and CEO of Irongate, […]