As far as I can tell and find out on the Internet, Springer Verlag is a completely different corporation that has nothing in common with Axel Springer except a similar name.
Because of their shady tactics, I had naturally assumed that Axel Springer must be involved, but in fact, Springer Verlag was founded by Julius Springer, who apparently has nothing to do with Axel Springer.
Edit: I’m removing the part about Springer Verlag from my comment so that other people don’t get confused.
No wonder. Axel Springer is an utterly malicious corporation.
It’s only fitting that they take a liking to Thiel, who is, after all, also an unscrupulous monster.
Edit: Removed a statement about Springer Verlag; thanks to schnurrito for pointing out that this company is not affiliated with Axel Springer.
As far as I can tell and find out on the Internet, Springer Verlag is a completely different corporation that has nothing in common with Axel Springer except a similar name.
You’re right—thanks for pointing that out.
Because of their shady tactics, I had naturally assumed that Axel Springer must be involved, but in fact, Springer Verlag was founded by Julius Springer, who apparently has nothing to do with Axel Springer.
Edit: I’m removing the part about Springer Verlag from my comment so that other people don’t get confused.