Author
Carlos Barragán
Associated Country
Spain
Carlos Barragán is a journalist and nonfiction writer whose work explores the intersection of technology, culture, crime, and contemporary society. Known for immersive reporting and narrative-driven storytelling, he focuses on the human experiences behind complex global issues, examining how digital technologies shape relationships, identity, and economic opportunity. His writing combines careful research with empathy and curiosity, seeking to understand people and communities that are often misunderstood or overlooked.
Barragán gained recognition for his reporting on online fraud and digital culture, drawing attention to the social and economic realities that exist behind internet scams and other forms of cybercrime. Through his journalism and nonfiction writing, he has established a reputation for thoughtful, character-focused storytelling that looks beyond headlines and stereotypes to reveal the personal stories at the heart of larger social phenomena.
Barragán gained recognition for his reporting on online fraud and digital culture, drawing attention to the social and economic realities that exist behind internet scams and other forms of cybercrime. Through his journalism and nonfiction writing, he has established a reputation for thoughtful, character-focused storytelling that looks beyond headlines and stereotypes to reveal the personal stories at the heart of larger social phenomena.
Books
The Yahoo Boys 2026
When his mother started emailing with a handsome American soldier who promised to send gold bars to her Madrid apartment, the journalist Carlos Barragán came face to face with the human toll of online...