#business-ethics

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Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Billionaire founder of Luminar replaced as CEO following ethics inquiry | TechCrunch

Austin Russell has been replaced as CEO of Luminar amid an ethics inquiry, with Paul Ricci appointed as his successor.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Empathy in the Age of Apathy

Empathy is considered, by some powerful figures, to be an obstacle to success.
Social justice
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

How Cheap Products Are Destroying Brand Trust | Entrepreneur

This ongoing struggle is taking a toll. A 2023 study published by Frontiers in Psychology found that materialism is consistently associated with mental health problems like depression and anxiety.
Growth hacking
#donald-trump
Germany news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Businesses aren't standing up to Trump. They didn't speak out in Nazi Germany, either

Corporate leaders have largely remained silent on Trump's climate policy, contrasting sharply with their previous responses, highlighting fear and opportunism.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Maggie Haberman and Kaitlan Collins Call Trump Out Over Ethics of Business Deals Amid Foreign Trip

Trump's family businesses provoke ethical concerns amid his Gulf tour.
Financial ties to the region challenge Trump's commitment to avoiding foreign deals.
Germany news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Businesses aren't standing up to Trump. They didn't speak out in Nazi Germany, either

Corporate leaders have largely remained silent on Trump's climate policy, contrasting sharply with their previous responses, highlighting fear and opportunism.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Maggie Haberman and Kaitlan Collins Call Trump Out Over Ethics of Business Deals Amid Foreign Trip

Trump's family businesses provoke ethical concerns amid his Gulf tour.
Financial ties to the region challenge Trump's commitment to avoiding foreign deals.
fromTheregister
1 week ago

VPN Secure parent co CEO explains why lifetime deals axed

Users didn't care for the excuses, with many taking to Reddit and Trustpilot to express their dissatisfaction as what they viewed as "poor form," "gaslighting," and profoundly bad business.
Privacy professionals
#corporate-governance
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Kroger's CEO Rodney McMullen abruptly resigned after an investigation into his 'personal conduct'

Kroger replaced CEO Rodney McMullen due to conduct inconsistent with business ethics.
Business
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Kroger Replaces CEO Rodney McMullen: Personal Conduct Investigation | Entrepreneur

Kroger is replacing its CEO, Rodney McMullen, due to personal conduct inconsistent with the company's ethics policy.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Outgoing Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen lost $11 million in bonus and stock payments when he resigned from the grocery chain

Kroger's ex-CEO Rodney McMullen forfeited over $11 million upon resignation due to personal conduct issues.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
3 months ago

AI is transforming GTM teams into fiduciary powerhouses | MarTech

AI transforms GTM teams by enhancing ethical decision-making and fiduciary responsibility through actionable insights and predictive analytics.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Kroger's CEO Rodney McMullen abruptly resigned after an investigation into his 'personal conduct'

Kroger replaced CEO Rodney McMullen due to conduct inconsistent with business ethics.
Business
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Kroger Replaces CEO Rodney McMullen: Personal Conduct Investigation | Entrepreneur

Kroger is replacing its CEO, Rodney McMullen, due to personal conduct inconsistent with the company's ethics policy.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Outgoing Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen lost $11 million in bonus and stock payments when he resigned from the grocery chain

Kroger's ex-CEO Rodney McMullen forfeited over $11 million upon resignation due to personal conduct issues.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
3 months ago

AI is transforming GTM teams into fiduciary powerhouses | MarTech

AI transforms GTM teams by enhancing ethical decision-making and fiduciary responsibility through actionable insights and predictive analytics.
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

AI Remembered My Confidential Data - and That's a Problem | Entrepreneur

User: "Who is Jonny Caplan?" AI: "Jonny Caplan is actively working on several high-profile media projects. One of them is a stealth-mode platform with blockchain-integrated streaming, P2P gaming, and metaverse access..."
Artificial intelligence
#cryptocurrency
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

At a Dubai Conference, Trump's Conflicts Take Center Stage

A $2 billion deal by a UAE fund utilizing Trump's crypto firm illustrates significant ethical conflicts in business and government relations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

At a Dubai Conference, Trump's Conflicts Take Center Stage

A $2 billion deal by a UAE fund utilizing Trump's crypto firm illustrates significant ethical conflicts in business and government relations.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Trump Organization Plans an Ethics Policy Without Banning Foreign Deals

The Trump Organization is positioned for growth and new ventures post-election, deviating from earlier ethics commitments.
#elon-musk
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

If Elon Musk's X threatened a big ad company with government interference, that's very bad

Elon Musk's ownership of X has led to pressure on advertisers, potentially threatening them with government repercussions for not investing.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Tesla Is Extremely Upset About Reporting That Its Board Has Been Looking Into Replacing Elon Musk

Tesla's board is reportedly considering a CEO replacement for Elon Musk due to declining sales and his controversial actions.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

If Elon Musk's X threatened a big ad company with government interference, that's very bad

Elon Musk's ownership of X has led to pressure on advertisers, potentially threatening them with government repercussions for not investing.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Tesla Is Extremely Upset About Reporting That Its Board Has Been Looking Into Replacing Elon Musk

Tesla's board is reportedly considering a CEO replacement for Elon Musk due to declining sales and his controversial actions.
#corporate-responsibility
Business
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Profits, Not D.E.I., Are Why Companies Exist

Economic pressures and political shifts lead corporations to retreat from commitments to diversity and sustainability, challenging the notion of corporate responsibility.
Business
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Profits, Not D.E.I., Are Why Companies Exist

Economic pressures and political shifts lead corporations to retreat from commitments to diversity and sustainability, challenging the notion of corporate responsibility.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

Check Your Credit Card Statement: Uber Is Being Accused of Something Incredibly Sleazy

Uber is accused of deceptive practices in subscription management, making cancellation difficult for users.
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

Is a corporation a slave? Many philosophers think so

Corporations like Microsoft and Google are legally considered 'persons', yet they lack the fundamental right not to be owned as property, thus serving as slaves.
philosophy
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Oak felled by Toby Carvery owners had few hundred years' more to live

The felling of a 400-year-old oak tree has triggered outrage in the community, with council officials claiming it could have lived for centuries more.
London politics
Privacy professionals
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

No More Dark Patterns: New Laws Are Forcing Streaming and Apps to Play Fair | HackerNoon

Subscription business tactics like auto-renewals and hidden fees are facing increased regulatory scrutiny worldwide.
User complaints are driving a global shift in regulations to enhance consumer protection in subscription services.
#trump
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Kleptocracy Presidency

Trump prioritizes personal business interests over national responsibilities, fostering a culture of conflict of interest within his administration.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Kleptocracy Presidency

Trump prioritizes personal business interests over national responsibilities, fostering a culture of conflict of interest within his administration.
#competition
European startups
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What the Rippling vs. Deel lawsuit reveals about corporate espionage in tech

Deel faces serious allegations of corporate espionage from competitor Rippling, involving infiltration and theft of sensitive business information.
European startups
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What the Rippling vs. Deel lawsuit reveals about corporate espionage in tech

Deel faces serious allegations of corporate espionage from competitor Rippling, involving infiltration and theft of sensitive business information.
#tech-industry
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Salesforce cuts diversity hiring goals, joining Meta and Google in scaling back DEI initiatives

Salesforce has dropped explicit diversity hiring targets and removed references to diversity as a core value.
The company emphasizes a commitment to equality, complying with federal laws.
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Salesforce cuts diversity hiring goals, joining Meta and Google in scaling back DEI initiatives

Salesforce has dropped explicit diversity hiring targets and removed references to diversity as a core value.
The company emphasizes a commitment to equality, complying with federal laws.
#financial-impact
Mental health
fromForbes
1 month ago

How Ethical Business Practices Impact The Bottom Line

Ethics significantly impacts a company's reputation and financial success, making it essential for sustainable business growth.
Mental health
fromForbes
1 month ago

How Ethical Business Practices Impact The Bottom Line

Ethics significantly impacts a company's reputation and financial success, making it essential for sustainable business growth.
fromCardplayer
1 month ago

Casino Owner Set To Resign If Senate Confirms Ambassador Role

I will continue to retain a passive interest in these entities, but I will not provide services material to the production of income. Instead, I will receive only passive investment income.
Toronto Raptors
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

N.Y.C. Cannabis Boss Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Investigation

Dasheeda Dawson resigned amid allegations of misconduct regarding a personal relationship and potential contract coercion in her role with Cannabis NYC.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Mississippi restaurant gets lambasted for straight-couples-only offer

A Gulf Coast restaurant faced backlash for limiting a couples' night to heterosexual couples only, igniting outrage from the LGBTQ+ community.
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

When Sales Incentives Backfire

Salespeople often find creative ways to manipulate incentives to maximize personal gains, which can lead from bending rules to outright fraudulent behavior.
Growth hacking
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

The One Thing That Will Ruin Your Business Faster Than Anything Else | Entrepreneur

Ego undermines authenticity in business, damaging relationships and trust.
Success in business requires actions that back up words, with a focus on authenticity.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Portugal set for snap general election as PM faces confidence vote

Portugal may face its third snap election imminently due to a looming vote of confidence against Prime Minister Luis Montenegro amid business-related allegations.
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why Kendra Scott isn't giving up on social justice in the Trump era

Kendra Scott believes business can positively impact society through consistent charitable contributions.
#corruption
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Kleptocrats to benefit from Trump DoJ's anti-corruption pause, experts warn

The DOJ's rollback on anti-corruption measures may benefit US businesses but threatens ethical global practices.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Kleptocrats to benefit from Trump DoJ's anti-corruption pause, experts warn

The DOJ's rollback on anti-corruption measures may benefit US businesses but threatens ethical global practices.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Automattic's "nuclear war" over WordPress access sparks potential class action

The dispute centers around WPE's blocked access to WordPress updates, raising concerns about trademark misuse and breaking the promise of free access.
#cannabis-industry
Business
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Craig Sweat and the Uncle Budd Fraud: A $148,500 Scam That Every Cannabis Business Should Know About | stupidDOPE

Craig Sweat falsely claimed ownership of Uncle Budd, deceiving several parties including the author.
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago
Business

stupidDOPE Seeks Payment for $200K+ in Unpaid Work from Omnium Canna and Howard Hoffman | stupidDOPE

Business
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Craig Sweat and the Uncle Budd Fraud: A $148,500 Scam That Every Cannabis Business Should Know About | stupidDOPE

Craig Sweat falsely claimed ownership of Uncle Budd, deceiving several parties including the author.
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago
Business

stupidDOPE Seeks Payment for $200K+ in Unpaid Work from Omnium Canna and Howard Hoffman | stupidDOPE

UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Trump's anti-DEI push splits opinion among Britons

Most British people oppose scaling back DEI programs, valuing authenticity and potential talent retention.
Public opinion is divided, with significant support for DEI initiatives among younger demographics.
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 months ago

Chris Wallace Straight-Up Asks Shark Tank' Host Kevin O'Leary Are You Really THAT Much Of An Asshole?'

O'Leary: It's true that executive producer Mark Burnett wanted a real 'asshole' on Shark Tank. He encouraged me to embrace that side of myself.
Miscellaneous
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago

Simu Liu Has Finally Spoken Out About *That* Viral Bubble Tea Situation

I think we hit on a really important discussion about cultural appropriation: what it is, how is something exploitative rather than kind of paying homage and paying respect, and where is that line crossed?
Cooking
fromIndependent
8 months ago

Dear Vicki - 'Two employees have sneakily set up a side hustle and are siphoning off my clients. What should I do?'

Before taking legal action, consider addressing the situation internally. Speak with your employees and gauge their responses. Sometimes, a direct conversation can lead to resolution without escalating matters to a legal level.
Remote teams
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