Search engine giant Google has settled a dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the improper issuance of stock options prior to the company’s $1.8 billion IPO last year. Search engine giant Google avoided the wrath of federal regulators in reaching an agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the improper issuance of stock options prior to the company’s US$1.8 billion IPO last summer. For details click here