# Prof. Abrantes-Metz outlines how the Libor scandal was detected using statistics

1 Faculty News February 26, 2013 ![Bloomberg logo](/sites/default/files/styles/246w/public/assets/images/bloomberg192x144.jpg?itok=yV529lwz)>

Excerpt from [Bloomberg](http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-02-26/how-to-use-statistics-to-seek-out-criminals.html) -- "Academics and journalists have become adept at employing statistical screens to shed light on a wide range of questionable or illegal activities in the financial markets. Notable examples include collusion among Nasdaq stock dealers, the backdating of stock options and possible insider trading among corporate executives."

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