PR Insights & Public Relations Strategy
Terakeet Built a Search-Manipulation Machine for Goldman Sachs. The NYT Just Blew It Open.
A New York Times investigation detailed Terakeet's work for Goldman Sachs to neutralize "association risk" by manipulating search results related to Kathryn Ruemmler and Jeffrey Epstein. The firm aimed to displace negative content with positive narratives but ultimately failed, leading to Ruemmler's resignation. The exposé highlights a broader industry model of reputation management through search engine optimization, now facing challenges from increased scrutiny and the rise of AI-powered search.