BrewDog founder James Watt faces complaints to the UK's data privacy watchdog, ICO, regarding his unexpected bid to buy back the company. Shareholders claim Watt contacted them without clear consent, raising GDPR concerns after their shares were rendered worthless in an earlier sale to Tilray.
Brewdog co-founder James Watt is facing complaints to the UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) after reportedly contacting former shareholders, raising GDPR concerns. This follows his bid to buy back the craft brewer months after its takeover by US firm Tilray.
Brewdog co-founder James Watt is launching a new beer brand, Second Best, and promising to allocate nearly 20% of its shares to investors who lost money in Brewdog's Equity for Punks scheme. Investors expressed cynicism but also hope, with some planning to sign up despite doubts about potential returns.
Brewdog co-founder James Watt is launching a new beer brand, 'Second Best,' promising to give nearly 20% of its shares to investors who lost money in Brewdog's 'Equity for Punks' scheme. Watt aims to compensate former investors for their losses after Brewdog collapsed with over £500m in debt and was sold to Tilray.
