The Mastermind Behind the $4 Billion 1MDB Con

It’s one of the biggest thefts in history. More than $4 billion from Malaysia’s state-owned investment fund was siphoned off and the money spent on items including a private jet, a super-yacht, mansions and even Hollywood movie “The Wolf of Wall Street.“ The 1MDB corruption scandal toppled the Malaysian government and set off investigations across the globe. #Malaysia #TheBreakdown #Scandal -------- Like this video? Subscribe: Become a Quicktake Member for exclusive perks: QuickTake Originals is Bloomberg’s official premium video channel. We bring you insights and analysis from business, science, and technology experts who are shaping our future. We’re home to Hello World, Giant Leap, Storylines, and the series powering CityLab, Bloomberg Businessweek, Bloomberg Green, and much more. Subscribe for business news, but not as you’ve known it: exclusive interviews, fascinating profiles, data-driven analysis, and the latest in tech innovation from around the world. Visit our partner channel QuickTake News for breaking global news and insight in an instant.