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Astek Expands Spanish Presence with Acquisition of Digital Transformation Leader Quantion, Boosting Expertise in AI and Cloud Services

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Barcelona, Spain — Astek, a global engineering and technology consulting firm, has announced its acquisition of Quantion, a digital transformation company established in 2015 and based in Barcelona. This strategic move aims to enhance Astek’s presence in the Spanish market. With this acquisition, Astek expands its workforce in Spain to 500 professionals and identifies Barcelona as one of its key Global Delivery Centers. Quantion adds more than 150 specialists in areas including customer experience, data and artificial intelligence, and cloud infrastructure. The deal also broadens Astek’s involvement in the travel and aviation sectors. This acquisition … Read more

Spanish Judge Imprisons Former PM Ally Amid Ongoing Corruption Investigation

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MADRID, Spain — A Spanish judge has ordered the detention of a former ally of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption. This decision comes as officials continue to tackle political scandals that have raised concerns about integrity in governance. The former official, who held a prominent role within Sánchez’s government, is facing serious allegations of graft linked to public contracts. The judge issued the remand after reviewing evidence that suggested possible collusion and misuse of funds. The investigation is part of a broader effort by Spanish authorities to … Read more

Spanish Supreme Court Opens Investigation into Socialist Party Official Amid Kickback Allegations

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MADRID, Spain — A judge from the Spanish Supreme Court has summoned a high-ranking member of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s Socialist Party to provide testimony regarding alleged kickbacks involving construction companies linked to public contracts. The development follows revelations of recorded conversations suggesting possible illegal activity. Judge Leopoldo Puente, who unsealed the case on Thursday, revealed that police reports indicated a conversation between Santos Cerdan, the Socialist Party’s organizational secretary and a lawmaker, and former Transport Minister Jose Luis Abalos allegedly discussing illicit payments in connection with public works. The judge determined there to be … Read more

Dani Alves Cleared of Rape Charges by Spanish Supreme Court; Accuser’s Legal Team Vows to Appeal Amid Emotional Turmoil

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Madrid, Spain — The Spanish Supreme Court has cleared former Barcelona and Sevilla football player Dani Alves following an acquittal on a rape charge originally handed down last year. Alves, who was sentenced in February 2024 to a 4.5-year prison term, had already served 14 months after voluntarily surrendering. The decision made on Friday relieved Alves of his conviction, sparking diverse reactions from legal parties involved in the case. Following the court’s decision, Alves’ attorney, Ines Guardiola, expressed relief and joy over the ruling, hinting it confirmed their defense about Alves’ innocence. While she celebrated … Read more