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**Summary:**

World Economic Forum (WEF) founder Klaus Schwab, after announcing his resignation, is fighting back against anonymous whistleblower allegations of misconduct. He has filed a criminal complaint in Geneva for defamation and coercion. An internal WEF investigation was launched following the allegations, which concern governance and workplace culture, including the mixing of personal affairs with WEF resources. Schwab denies the allegations and claims they are “stupid and constructed.” The WEF has declined to comment on Schwab’s legal action, calling it a private matter. The probe in April was first reported by the Wall Street Journal.

**News Article:**

**Schwab Files Criminal Complaint Against WEF Whistleblowers Amid Misconduct Allegations**

**Geneva, Switzerland – May 29, 2025** – World Economic Forum (WEF) founder Klaus Schwab has escalated his defense against anonymous whistleblower allegations of misconduct, filing a criminal complaint in Geneva for defamation and coercion, according to the Financial Times.

The move comes after the WEF launched an internal investigation into Mr. Schwab in April following a whistleblower letter raising concerns about governance, workplace culture, and alleged mixing of personal affairs with WEF resources. The investigation began a day after the 87-year-old Schwab announced his resignation as chairman.

Schwab, who spoke to the FT, vehemently denied the accusations, labeling them “stupid and constructed.” He added that his lawyers had filed the complaint with the public prosecutor in Geneva.

The WEF, known for its annual Davos gathering of global business and political leaders, has declined to comment on Mr. Schwab’s legal action, describing it as “a matter apparently directed privately against unknown whistleblowers.”

“We will have this public prosecutor investigation now, we don’t know how aggressive they will be,” Schwab told the FT. “If they find a systemic attempt to undermine my reputation, this won’t be comfortable for the board.”

The Wall Street Journal initially reported the probe, detailing anonymous allegations of improper oversight and the mixing of Schwab family affairs with WEF funds. The Schwab family has denied all allegations. The WEF has stated it will await the outcome of the investigation before commenting further. The Geneva prosecutor’s office has not yet responded to requests for comment.

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