SPACs Are Migrating

The blank-check boom is coming to Europe, helped by a swath of influential ex-bankers including Brady Dougan and Jean-Pierre Mustier. – February 16 / Marketwatch

Big-Four CEO Steps In It – And Pays

The CEO of consulting firm and auditor KPMG was forced to step down after he told 1,500 upper-level employees that he believed unconscious bias training is «complete and utter crap» because it is ineffective – the moment caught on video. – February 11 / Daily Mail

Noodle Shortage, Explained

Following the saga of the inexplicable shortage of bucatini, the manufacturer finally speaks. – February 5 / Grub Street

Hipster Start-Up Melts Down

How can the hottest newcomer to the ice-cream industry find fans in Oprah Winfrey and clinch a big Disney deal and still go bust? – February 3 / Marker

Dumping Prices For Hits

A crop of younger, less experienced hit men (and women) is driving down the price of contract killings in Europe, according to police intelligence. – February 1 / The Irish Independent