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Polaris Sells Majority Stake in Indian Motorcycle to Private Equity

Polaris has agreed to sell a majority stake in Indian Motorcycle to private equity firm Carolwood LP, with the deal expected to close in early 2026. The move will transform Indian into a standalone company while Polaris retains a minority position. Industry analysts suggest this could mark a significant shift for the historic motorcycle brand.

A New Chapter for an American Icon

Indian Motorcycle, the legendary American brand that’s been under Polaris ownership since 2011, is heading toward independence. According to recent corporate announcements, Polaris has reached an agreement to sell a controlling stake in the motorcycle division to Carolwood LP, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with diverse holdings across multiple industries.

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Microsoft Teams to Automatically Track Employee Locations via Office Wi-Fi

Microsoft is rolling out a new Teams feature that automatically updates employee locations when they connect to company Wi-Fi. The capability, set to launch in December, aims to improve workplace collaboration but has sparked concerns about surveillance and privacy. The development comes as many organizations are pushing for increased office attendance.

Microsoft is preparing to roll out a controversial new feature in Teams that will automatically detect and share employee locations when they connect to company Wi-Fi networks. According to reports from technology publications tracking Microsoft’s development roadmap, the capability is scheduled to launch in December and will be available to Teams users worldwide on both Windows and Mac platforms.

The Office Location Tracking System