> I'm just tired of people abusing the "whistleblower" label for personal profit with little substance. It undermines the importance of real whistleblowers who do actual whistleblowing activities.

That I get. At least shes not grifting like francis haugen. But clearly she wants to affect change, and saw that the only real way to do this is publicly shame the leadership.

> Given that Meta hasn't actually forced her to pay anything for the agreement, this whole "faces bankruptcy" article is starting to feel like another round of the PR tour for her book sales.

I mean yes, but also the implicit threat here is that meta can call in that debt at any time. Which for a company that prides it's self on freedom of expression, its an odd stance. Especially as the book doesn't really contain any secrets.

The voluntary agreement is rarely voluntary, sadly. given the situation of her departure, I can see why she took it. If I were here and not looking like I'd be able to work again, I'd be taking the cash too.