The money in question is related to a lawsuit in Britain involving the tech services giant Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and its acquisition of Autonomy, the software company founded by Mike Lynch. HPE had sued Lynch, alleging that he and his team at Autonomy had misrepresented the company’s financial health and operations before the acquisition. … Read more
Martin Winterkorn, the former CEO of Volkswagen, is set to stand trial in Germany, nearly a decade after the carmaker’s emissions scandal, often referred to as “Dieselgate,” came to light. In 2015, it was revealed that Volkswagen had installed software in diesel vehicles to cheat on emissions tests, which led to widespread environmental and legal … Read more
Many African countries face substantial debt burdens from loans taken on from foreign creditors, including both bilateral and multilateral institutions. These debts can be overwhelming, particularly when they come with high interest rates and stringent repayment terms. The resulting financial strain can severely limit a country’s ability to invest in essential services such as education, … Read more
Kamala Harris’s convention speech drew a substantial audience, narrowly surpassing the viewership of Donald Trump’s. This is notable in the context of political media coverage and public engagement. Harris’s speech likely resonated with many viewers, potentially influencing perceptions and setting the stage for the upcoming election. The Democrats’ victory in attracting more viewers for their … Read more