Technology13 Apr 2026SEO 881 min read

Analysis: IBM pays $17M fine to end DOJ suit over DEI programs

IBM entered into a $17 million settlement agreement on Friday with the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations that it engaged in “illegal DEI practices” b…

IBM entered into a $17 million settlement agreement on Friday with the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations that it engaged in “illegal DEI practices” by taking into account “race, color, national origin, or sex” in its hiring and promotions. The DOJ also alleged that IBM used funds from its government contract for DEI programs and then sought reimbursement. IBM denied any wrongdoing, and the settlement is not an admission of liability nor a concession that the DOJ’s claims were without…

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