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At the peak of her influence, Elizabeth Holmes promised to revolutionize medical testing with her company, Theranos. Claiming her device could perform extensive tests from minimal blood samples, she attracted billions in investment and media attention. However, investigations revealed the technology was a sham, leading to criminal charges of fraud.
Holmes was convicted and is currently serving time in a low-security prison. Her rise and fall serve as a cautionary tale about charismatic leadership rooted in deception, illustrating how daring schemes can unravel spectacularly when exposed.