What happened between Axel Springer and Business Insider?

Business Insider (BI) reported on allegations of plagiarism against Neri Oxman, the wife of billionaire Bill Ackman.
BI, owned by Axel Springer, alleged Oxman plagiarized her doctoral dissertation.
Ackman, known for his anti-antisemitism activism and push to oust a Harvard president over plagiarism, reacted strongly against BI’s reports, suggesting hypocrisy.
Following this, Axel Springer announced a review of BI’s reporting process, which generated controversy and division within its ranks and raised questions about journalistic independence in the face of wealthy influence.

Who are these people/companies?

Axel Springer: A German publishing company that owns Business Insider, currently reviewing BI’s reporting processes.
Business Insider (BI): A financial-focused US outlet that reported on the plagiarism allegations against Neri Oxman.
Bill Ackman: Billionaire hedge fund manager, husband of Neri Oxman, who led campaigns against plagiarism and antisemitism on college campuses.
Neri Oxman: An Israeli-American designer, scientist, and former MIT professor accused of plagiarism in her doctoral dissertation.
Claudine Gay: Former Harvard University president ousted over plagiarism accusations, initially pressured by Bill Ackman.
MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology): Renowned academic institution where Neri Oxman was a professor.

Consensus:

BI reported Neri Oxman plagiarized parts of her dissertation.
Axel Springer announced a review of BI’s reporting after Bill Ackman’s outcry.
Some Axel Springer leaders questioned if reporting on Oxman was fair and worried about potential antisemitic interpretations.
Oxman admitted to citation errors and apologized.
There is division and concern among BI staff and the broader journalism community about the impact of wealth on media independence.

Contested Claims:

Accuracy of Plagiarism Accusations: BI claims Oxman committed extensive plagiarism; Oxman and Ackman claim most allegations are not accurate. They noted errors but disputed the extent and nature of claimed plagiarism. (CNN, The Guardian)
Antisemitism: Some Axel Springer leaders fear the report may seem antisemitic; others say this is not a valid concern. (Semafor, The Guardian, Ynet News)

Claims by a single publication:

Ackman’s call for review of journalists’ work appears retaliatory (Mediaite).
Ackman cited private equity firm KKR’s link to Axel Springer ownership to question BI’s ethics (Mediaite).
Ackman’s actions described as an attack on the freedom of press (The Guardian).

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