The paper is accused of using underhanded tactics to boost circulation numbers . The Wall Street Journal Europe claims its circulation is properly audited . In an official statement , Dow Jones rejected the Guardian 's characterization of the arrangements . Dow Jones CEO Andrew Smith left over allegations of a related scandal . The News of the World closed in 2012 amid a scandal over phone hacking .
The paper is accused of using underhanded tactics to boost circulation numbers . The Wall Street Journal Europe claims its circulation is properly audited . Dow Jones CEO Andrew Smith left over allegations of a related scandal . The News of the World closed in 2012 amid a scandal over phone hacking .