Google Executives Deny Corruption in Chromebook Case


Google Executives Deny Corruption in Chromebook Case

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Google Executives Deny Corruption in Chromebook Case

Former Google leaders spoke in court on Monday. They said Google's investment in GoTo had no link to school Chromebooks. This testimony questioned a main charge from the trial prosecutors.

Nadiem Makarim, the former education minister, is now on trial. He was arrested for buying many Chromebook laptops. Prosecutors say this purchase caused big money losses for the state.

Prosecutors believe Mr. Makarim made money for himself. This was from the Chromebooks for schools. He allegedly pushed for Google's Chromebooks, even with warnings.

The purchase of many Chromebooks helped Google in education. Prosecutors connect this to Google's investment in GoTo. Google invested about $787 million in the parent company of Gojek.

Mr. Makarim said he did nothing wrong. He did not get money from the purchases. If found guilty, he could go to prison for a very long time.


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Who spoke in court on Monday?

Former Google leaders spoke in court on Monday.

What is Nadiem Makarim on trial for?

Nadiem Makarim is on trial for buying many Chromebook laptops.

What could happen to Mr. Makarim if he is found guilty?

If found guilty, he could go to prison for a very long time.


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Google Executives Deny Corruption in Chromebook Case