Under Armour Pays Half a Billion to Settle Class-Action Lawsuit

After seven years of legal disputes, sports apparel brand Under Armour has proposed a large settlement to a case brought against them by shareholders.  Under Armour Settlement US sportswear company Under Armour has agreed to pay a staggering $434 million to settle a class action lawsuit against the company, according to an announcement on Friday. … Read more

Apple in Hot Water: “Very Serious” Issues for Digital Business Laws

Tech giant Apple may be facing another round of legal issues in Europe after an EU commissioner referred to “very serious” issues with non-compliance in the company. EU Not Happy With Apple Officials of the European Union are still unhappy with Apple’s business practices, following two years of legal conflict between the continental bloc and … Read more

California Cracks Down on Amazon Warehouses for Labor Violations

The world’s biggest e-commerce company landed in hot water after a recent investigation of two Amazon warehouses in California. Million-Dollar Fine Amazon was fined $5.9 million due to alleged labor law violations at two warehouses in California, according to a statement from the state’s Labor Commissioner’s Office on Tuesday.  Two Amazon Warehouses Investigated During an … Read more

Fast Food Exodus: Americans Vote With Their Feet and Opt for Casual Dining Instead

Consumers are making the switch from formerly affordable fast food franchises to sit-in casual dining, according to the CEO of Olive Garden’s parent company. Is It Over for Fast Food? The fast food industry has taken a battering in the last year, as inflation-weary customers express dismay over soaring prices at iconic franchises like McDonald’s, … Read more

AI Pioneer Calls for Universal Basic Income Amid Job Loss Fears

One of the pioneering figures of artificial intelligence technology has warned the UK government, and governments around the world, to introduce a UBI to combat the effects of AI. Godfather of AI Professor Geoffrey Hinton, a man who is widely regarded as the ‘godfather of artificial intelligence’ due to his prominent role in its early … Read more

Netflix is Expanding Into Malls With ‘Netflix House’ – But Will It Pay Off?

The world’s biggest streaming service is moving into malls, bringing everyone’s favorite online series to life. But is it right move for the “king in streaming?” Netflix Moves to Malls Streaming giant Netflix is exploring new business horizons with the announcement of two ‘experiential’ entertainment venues that will bring several of their world-famous streaming series … Read more

Adidas Investigating Allegations of Shady Business Dealings in China

A whistleblower report alleging serious compliance violations in Adidas’ China offices has led to an investigation by one of the world’s biggest athletic apparel brands.  Adidas is Investigating German athletic apparel and footwear company Adidas has launched an investigation after a whistleblower complained about “compliance violations” among company executives in China. Going Public in China … Read more