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Newsflash! Faking it until you make it is illegal in Silicon Valley: Biz boss pleads guilty

Pete 2 Silver badge

Works both ways?

> Choi acknowledged making false statements about his educational background

So it is "wire fraud" because the claims were made electronically. That would imply two things. First, that everything you say on your CV must be supportable and provable- but only if you email it.

And secondly, possibly more importantly - that everything companies say in online job ads must be true, as well.

So the vacancy that says "dynamic company" or "good working environment" or "strong promotion prospects" or that makes promises about training, "fun" or where you will work can be sued if the job doesn't live up to the description.

I wouldn't hold my breath!

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