Author: Kari Paul
Elon Musk recently made headlines by announcing the relocation of his companies X and SpaceX headquarters from California to Texas. Musk cited California’s new law regarding school transgender notification requirements as a key factor in this decision, labeling it the “last straw” that prompted the move. The bill, signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, prohibits school policies mandating parents be informed if their child expresses a desire to change pronouns or identifies as transgender. Musk’s controversial views on transgender issues have sparked criticism in the past, including comments about his own daughter’s gender identity. Despite these controversies, Musk remains…
Entrepreneur Mike Lynch took the stand in his fraud trial, defending his role at Autonomy, the tech company he co-founded. While accused of fraud, Lynch emphasized the complexity of business operations, denying full responsibility for the alleged fraudulent actions surrounding the acquisition by Hewlett-Packard. Facing multiple charges, Lynch’s testimony focused on delegation of tasks and his technical background. Related: What have we learned from week one of Mike Lynch’s US fraud trial? Facing potential imprisonment, Lynch maintained his innocence, claiming the trial reveals the messy reality of business operations. He disclaimed personal familiarity with many witnesses brought forth. With the…