Erika Cheung is a courageous whistleblower who exposed the fraudulent practices at Theranos, a health technology company that claimed to revolutionize blood testing. Theranos promised to perform a wide range of tests using just a few drops of blood, but in reality, the company’s technology was unreliable and inaccurate, posing significant risks to patients. Despite facing retaliation from investors and enduring backhanded remarks questioning her motives to undermine a female founder, Cheung remained steadfast in her commitment to the truth. Her testimony played a crucial role in exposing the deceptive operations led by Elizabeth Holmes, the CEO and central figure in the Theranos fraud. In her speech on National Whistleblower Day 2023, Cheung shares her firsthand account of the struggles and uphill battles she faced. She discusses the above-the-law mindset of Silicon Valley, where rules and regulations are often viewed as obstacles to innovation, leading some to believe they have the right to break the law. Watch as Erika Cheung bravely recounts her journey, battling a culture that prioritizes profit over principles, and highlights the urgent need for greater oversight and ethical standards in technology development.
