Renowned hedge fund manager Bill Ackman has adjusted his stance on allegations of plagiarism in the wake of a controversy surrounding his wife's doctoral dissertation. The business magnate, known for his outspoken nature, had initially criticized former Harvard President Claudine Gay for alleged plagiarism. However, recent developments have shed new light on the situation, prompting Ackman to change his perspective.

In an extensive post on X, formerly Twitter, comprising a staggering 5,139 words, Ackman acknowledged that authors may inadvertently overlook proper citation and attribution in their work. He noted, "Some plagiarism is due to the laziness of the author. Laziness is not a great excuse for a member of the faculty, but it does not seem like a crime to me."

Ackman's wife, Neri Oxman, recently faced scrutiny after it was revealed that portions of her doctoral dissertation at MIT contained content lifted from Wikipedia articles and scholarly documents. Oxman has since admitted fault and issued an apology, before the matter was reported by Business Insider.

Interestingly, Ackman has redirected his frustration toward MIT, claiming he has "new information" strongly suggesting that the anonymous sources cited in the Business Insider report are connected to the prestigious institution. He has also reignited previous allegations against Mark Gorenberg, Chair of the MIT Corporation, accusing him of tax fraud related to his wife's charity.

Despite Ackman's fiery response, he expressed displeasure with Business Insider for targeting his family and accused the news outlet's executive editor, John Cook, of anti-Zionist bias and intentional focus on his wife's Israeli heritage.

When approached for comment on Ackman's latest statements, a representative for the billionaire investor declined to respond to Business Insider's inquiries.

The evolving narrative surrounding plagiarism allegations highlights the complexities of academic integrity and the potential pitfalls when accusations touch upon public figures and their family members. As the situation continues to unfold, stakeholders are eagerly awaiting further developments and clarifications from all parties involved.