John Carreyrou

John Carreyrou is an American investigative journalist best known for his reporting on the Theranos scandal. He worked for The Wall Street Journal, where he uncovered the fraudulent practices of Theranos, a health technology company that claimed to revolutionize blood testing. His investigations revealed that the company deceived investors, regulators, and the public about the capabilities of its devices. Carreyrou's rigorous reporting played a crucial role in bringing attention to the issues within Theranos, leading to legal consequences for its founder, Elizabeth Holmes, and sparking discussions about ethics in Silicon Valley and health technology.