AIG returns to spotlight with collateralized death obligations

AIG's attempts to securitize bets on death have been criticized by the life insurance industry as a potential avenue for fraud and abuse.
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Hedge fund manager John Paulson: Crook or guru?

Billionaire hedge fund manager John Paulson is called both crook and guru, depending upon the tax bracket of the investor who is speaking.
John Paulson, surrounded by some of his amassed riches: money, mansion, luxury cars, etc.