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Caltech is ending its partnership with Simplilearn, an e-learning company, following a class-action lawsuit alleging misrepresentation of a cybersecurity boot camp. The lawsuit claimed the program falsely advertised close ties to Caltech. While neither party admitted wrongdoing, Caltech will cease its relationship after current courses conclude in November. This settlement includes tuition refunds for students and establishes a faculty oversight committee for Caltech's other programs. The agreement sets a precedent for increased transparency and accountability in online university programs.

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