Accenture DOJ Settlement; $2B Anthropic Deal
Accenture just inked a $25 million settlement with the U.S. Justice Department over claims it factored race and sex into federal hiring and promotions—a move that puts a spotlight on how big consultancies manage diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) amid tightening government scrutiny. While the payout is small compared to Accenture’s $69.7 billion in annual revenue, the real risk is federal exposure: with agencies ramping up contract reviews and politicians signaling a clampdown on DEI, Accenture faces higher compliance costs, longer deal cycles, and tougher margins on government work. But…
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