The Distinctly American Ethos of the Grifter

Grifting is obsolete. Mass data and AI are pushing time to identify to zero. Risk vs Reward is now upside down.

The Internet is written in ink. Integrity is your most valuable asset. Reputation is your brand. "Guard it with your life."

"Law 5: So Much Depends On Reputation Guard It With Your Life. - The 48 Laws of Power, by https://twitter.com/RobertGreene

There's nothing particularly American about grifting. Cult leaders worldwide engage in massive scams. Pyramid schemes operate around the globe. Heck, you may find yourself eating fake eggs in China or that your grandmother has sent thousands of dollars to Nigerian scammers.