probe
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The decision follows a months-long probe into Coupang after allegations of the data leak surfaced in November.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“A hidden safeguard is harder to probe and work around,” the company said in a statement.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Attorney’s Office of the Western District of Virginia to probe whether the incessant violations of antipollution laws had risen to the level of criminal behavior, people familiar with the matter said.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
Police Scotland confirmed that the matter had been raised with the force - but later said it was not taking further action because the matter had already been investigated as part of the Murrell probe.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
"Slowing her down a little," Martinez said, sending instructions to the probe.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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