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Vice Media has fired Mike Germano, its chief digital officer, according to multiple reports, after the New York Times published an investigation in December detailing allegations of unwanted sexual advances he made on two women.
The backdrop: Germano was previously suspended following the Times report, as well as Andrew Creighton, president of the media company.
Go deeper: More than 24 women come forward with stories of sexual harassment at Vice
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The Washington Redskins have announced they will be conducting a review of the team's name after mounting pressure from the public and corporate sponsors.
Why it matters: This review is the first formal step the Redskins are taking since the debate surrounding the name first began. It comes after weeks of discussions between the team and the NFL, the team said.
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Grocery delivery company Instacart has raised $100 million in new funding, on top of the $225 million it announced last month, the company tells Axios. This brings its valuation to $13.8 billion.
Why it matters: This funding comes at what could be an inflection point for Instacart, as customers it acquired during coronavirus lockdowns decide whether they want to continue with the service or resume in-person grocery shopping.