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WiseTech Co-founder Richard White Resigns Amid Police Investigation

Richard White, co-founder of Australia's WiseTech, has stepped down as executive chair, leading to a rise in the company's shares. His resignation comes amid an ongoing police investigation.

7 Jul, 05:23 — 7 Jul, 05:23
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The GuardianMostly Factual22d ago

WiseTech shares rise after Richard White resigns as executive chair amid police investigation

Rise in share price adds nearly $1bn to tech giant’s market value while White continues on as a board director and chief innovation officer Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Richard White has resigned as executive chair of WiseTech, the Australian tech company he co-founded, denying allegations he exploited a worker’s financial and visa status for sex. White will stay on as a board director and chief innovation officer, with Raelene Murphy replacing him as chair, t...

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channel-news-asia7 Jul, 01:29First to report

Australia's WiseTech co-founder Richard White steps down as executive chair

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The Guardian7 Jul, 05:23Latest update

WiseTech shares rise after Richard White resigns as executive chair amid police investigation

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