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The Seattle Times
1 day ago
Media industry

We can't wait on Big Tech to solve our local news crisis | Opinion

The DOJ's case against Google emphasizes the need for broader solutions beyond antitrust regulations to support local news. [ more ]
Computerworld
1 week ago
Tech industry

How Microsoft became a Big Tech choirboy

Microsoft has successfully avoided serious antitrust scrutiny despite its massive presence in the tech industry, unlike its competitors. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Biden is going after corporate giants for being too big. Here's who he's targeted so far.

Biden's administration is taking an aggressive stance against large corporations through antitrust lawsuits, focusing on monopolistic behaviors in the tech sector. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Google's CEO responds to US antitrust charges against company

Google is appealing a federal antitrust ruling, indicating a lengthy legal battle ahead.
The outcome could impact Google's operations and set precedents for the tech industry. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

DOJ may seek Google breakup after landmark antitrust case victory: 'Unlawful conduct'

The Justice Department is exploring breaking up Google's monopoly to ensure a fair market and prevent future distribution control. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Judge's ruling against Google in Epic Games case highlights a shift in antitrust law

Google must allow third-party app stores on Android devices, an outcome stemming from an antitrust case led by Epic Games. [ more ]
The Seattle Times
1 day ago
Media industry

We can't wait on Big Tech to solve our local news crisis | Opinion

The DOJ's case against Google emphasizes the need for broader solutions beyond antitrust regulations to support local news. [ more ]
Computerworld
1 week ago
Tech industry

How Microsoft became a Big Tech choirboy

Microsoft has successfully avoided serious antitrust scrutiny despite its massive presence in the tech industry, unlike its competitors. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Biden is going after corporate giants for being too big. Here's who he's targeted so far.

Biden's administration is taking an aggressive stance against large corporations through antitrust lawsuits, focusing on monopolistic behaviors in the tech sector. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Google's CEO responds to US antitrust charges against company

Google is appealing a federal antitrust ruling, indicating a lengthy legal battle ahead.
The outcome could impact Google's operations and set precedents for the tech industry. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

DOJ may seek Google breakup after landmark antitrust case victory: 'Unlawful conduct'

The Justice Department is exploring breaking up Google's monopoly to ensure a fair market and prevent future distribution control. [ more ]
Business Insider
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Judge's ruling against Google in Epic Games case highlights a shift in antitrust law

Google must allow third-party app stores on Android devices, an outcome stemming from an antitrust case led by Epic Games. [ more ]
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Ars Technica
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

US Copyright Office "frees the McFlurry," allowing repair of ice cream machines

A proposed exemption for equipment repair obtained support, citing adverse effects on noninfringing uses, but excludes industrial devices due to lack of evidence. [ more ]
#google
Adweek
1 day ago
Marketing

Opinion: Why We Must Stop Google

Google's leverage in advertising comes from its high-volume rebates and strategic partnerships, making it hard for independent adtech to compete effectively. [ more ]
Computerworld
2 days ago
Miscellaneous

CMA probe of Google, Anthropic 'a precautionary' move: Analyst

The CMA has launched a formal investigation into Google's $2 billion investment in Anthropic to address potential anti-competitive concerns. [ more ]
Digiday
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

Confessions of a media buyer on Google's stranglehold on the industry

Google's pervasive influence in the media agency landscape persists, raising concerns about its monopolistic practices regardless of the trial's outcome. [ more ]
The Verge
4 days ago
Miscellaneous

Tech critics want a Google exec punished for deleted chats

Advocacy groups want an investigation into Google's record destruction practices linked to ongoing federal trials. [ more ]
Bloomberglaw
5 days ago
Miscellaneous

A Google Breakup Would Frustrate Users by Creating Disruptions

The DOJ's consideration to break up Google poses risks and rewards for consumers, impacting service accessibility and competition in the tech landscape. [ more ]
Exchangewire
5 days ago
Marketing

Q3 in Ad Tech: Trials and Tribulations

Google's legal battles define Q3 2024, highlighting substantial antitrust allegations and the potential for regulatory changes in the digital advertising landscape. [ more ]
Adweek
1 day ago
Marketing

Opinion: Why We Must Stop Google

Google's leverage in advertising comes from its high-volume rebates and strategic partnerships, making it hard for independent adtech to compete effectively. [ more ]
Computerworld
2 days ago
Miscellaneous

CMA probe of Google, Anthropic 'a precautionary' move: Analyst

The CMA has launched a formal investigation into Google's $2 billion investment in Anthropic to address potential anti-competitive concerns. [ more ]
Digiday
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

Confessions of a media buyer on Google's stranglehold on the industry

Google's pervasive influence in the media agency landscape persists, raising concerns about its monopolistic practices regardless of the trial's outcome. [ more ]
The Verge
4 days ago
Miscellaneous

Tech critics want a Google exec punished for deleted chats

Advocacy groups want an investigation into Google's record destruction practices linked to ongoing federal trials. [ more ]
Bloomberglaw
5 days ago
Miscellaneous

A Google Breakup Would Frustrate Users by Creating Disruptions

The DOJ's consideration to break up Google poses risks and rewards for consumers, impacting service accessibility and competition in the tech landscape. [ more ]
Exchangewire
5 days ago
Marketing

Q3 in Ad Tech: Trials and Tribulations

Google's legal battles define Q3 2024, highlighting substantial antitrust allegations and the potential for regulatory changes in the digital advertising landscape. [ more ]
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Computerworld
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Billion-dollar fine against Intel annulled, says EU Court of Justice

Intel's long antitrust battle with the European Commission ends in victory after the European Court of Justice dismisses the Commission's appeal.
Intel is no longer liable for the €1.06 billion fine after the European Court of Justice's recent ruling. [ more ]
#stock-market
Business Insider
1 day ago
Business

Versace's parent company stock plunged 45% after an affordable-luxury deal was blocked in court

The proposed merger between Tapestry and Capri Holdings has been halted by a judge due to potential antitrust concerns over decreased competition. [ more ]
Finbold
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI predicts Google stock price for year-end

Alphabet Inc. faces challenges from antitrust pressures and AI competition, impacting investor outlook ahead of their upcoming earnings report. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 day ago
Business

Versace's parent company stock plunged 45% after an affordable-luxury deal was blocked in court

The proposed merger between Tapestry and Capri Holdings has been halted by a judge due to potential antitrust concerns over decreased competition. [ more ]
Finbold
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI predicts Google stock price for year-end

Alphabet Inc. faces challenges from antitrust pressures and AI competition, impacting investor outlook ahead of their upcoming earnings report. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
Miscellaneous

How the U.S. election could shape the future of the PGA Tour, PIF deal

The 2024 election outcome may significantly affect men's professional golf due to differing potential responses to the PGA Tour's agreement with Saudi Arabia. [ more ]
Cageside Press
4 days ago
Miscellaneous

Judge Grants Preliminary Approval of UFC Antitrust Settlement

The UFC has received preliminary approval for a $375 million settlement in a class action antitrust lawsuit, benefiting approximately 1,200 fighters. [ more ]
Digiday
1 week ago
Marketing

Marketers are not won over by new AI-powered search tools

The rise of AI tools in search advertising generates both excitement and caution among marketers, with a focus on effectiveness and proven ROI. [ more ]
#meta
Exchangewire
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Digest: Meta ordered to limit data collection; The Guardian launches The Filter

Meta limits data collection to enhance user consent.
The Guardian diversifies revenue with The Filter section.
Xiaohongshu's profit leaps as Gen Z advertising thrives. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 weeks ago
EU data protection

Antitrust challenge to Facebook's 'superprofiling' finally wraps in Germany -- with Meta agreeing to data limits | TechCrunch

Germany's antitrust authority successfully challenged Meta's data practices, enhancing user privacy rights by restricting unauthorized data collection. [ more ]
Exchangewire
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Digest: Meta ordered to limit data collection; The Guardian launches The Filter

Meta limits data collection to enhance user consent.
The Guardian diversifies revenue with The Filter section.
Xiaohongshu's profit leaps as Gen Z advertising thrives. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 weeks ago
EU data protection

Antitrust challenge to Facebook's 'superprofiling' finally wraps in Germany -- with Meta agreeing to data limits | TechCrunch

Germany's antitrust authority successfully challenged Meta's data practices, enhancing user privacy rights by restricting unauthorized data collection. [ more ]
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www.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA faces complaint over health risks to footballers amid packed calendar

European Leagues and FIFPRO are filing an antitrust complaint against FIFA over player health risks linked to an overcrowded international match calendar. [ more ]
#lawsuit
The Verge
2 weeks ago
Marketing

X drops Unilever from its 'advertiser boycott' lawsuit

X has dropped its lawsuit against Unilever, indicating an agreement to continue their partnership after previous allegations of an illegal boycott. [ more ]
Fortune
2 weeks ago
Business

The price of your cheeseburger is being threatened by Big Meat, alleges McDonald's

McDonald's accuses major meat processors of conspiring to inflate beef prices through output restriction since 2015. [ more ]
The Verge
2 weeks ago
Marketing

X drops Unilever from its 'advertiser boycott' lawsuit

X has dropped its lawsuit against Unilever, indicating an agreement to continue their partnership after previous allegations of an illegal boycott. [ more ]
Fortune
2 weeks ago
Business

The price of your cheeseburger is being threatened by Big Meat, alleges McDonald's

McDonald's accuses major meat processors of conspiring to inflate beef prices through output restriction since 2015. [ more ]
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Theregister
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

US DoJ intervenes in Realtek lawsuit against MediaTek

MediaTek is accused of antitrust violations related to patent infringement lawsuits against Realtek, which could have serious implications for its market practices. [ more ]
#nascar
www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
France news

2 teams suing NASCAR ask court to allow them to compete under new charter agreement as case proceeds

Two NASCAR teams are challenging the charter system, alleging antitrust violations and seeking to compete under this system next season. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
France news

NASCAR faces antitrust lawsuit from 2 teams as Michael Jordan digs in over revenue sharing model

NASCAR teams have initiated a lawsuit claiming the new charter system suppresses competition and creates unfair obligations for teams. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
France news

2 teams suing NASCAR ask court to allow them to compete under new charter agreement as case proceeds

Two NASCAR teams are challenging the charter system, alleging antitrust violations and seeking to compete under this system next season. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
France news

NASCAR faces antitrust lawsuit from 2 teams as Michael Jordan digs in over revenue sharing model

NASCAR teams have initiated a lawsuit claiming the new charter system suppresses competition and creates unfair obligations for teams. [ more ]
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#epic-games
Ars Technica
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Judge orders Google to distribute third-party app stores on Google Play

The injunction mandates Google to allow third-party app stores access to the Google Play Store for three years. [ more ]
Exchangewire
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Epic Games Aims Antitrust Accusations at Google and Samsung; YouTube Content Down over Legal Dispute; Brazil Imposes New Fine for X

Epic Games accuses Google and Samsung of violating antitrust laws to limit competition in app stores. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Judge orders Google to distribute third-party app stores on Google Play

The injunction mandates Google to allow third-party app stores access to the Google Play Store for three years. [ more ]
Exchangewire
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Epic Games Aims Antitrust Accusations at Google and Samsung; YouTube Content Down over Legal Dispute; Brazil Imposes New Fine for X

Epic Games accuses Google and Samsung of violating antitrust laws to limit competition in app stores. [ more ]
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Fortune
2 weeks ago
Miscellaneous

Amazon must face FTC's landmark antitrust lawsuit, judge says

The FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon will proceed to trial, revealing practices that allegedly suppress competition and inflate prices. [ more ]
#artificial-intelligence
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago
Washington DC

Meet DC's 2024 Tech Titans - Washingtonian

Washington's tech leaders influence the future of the industry through significant antitrust case rulings and policy discussions on AI, social media, and cryptocurrency. [ more ]
Theregister
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Germany monitoring Microsoft for 'anti-competitive' practice

Germany is increasing scrutiny on Microsoft for potential anti-competitive practices in cloud computing and AI.
Google's complaint against Microsoft highlights concerns over unfair licensing practices in the cloud sector. [ more ]
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago
Washington DC

Meet DC's 2024 Tech Titans - Washingtonian

Washington's tech leaders influence the future of the industry through significant antitrust case rulings and policy discussions on AI, social media, and cryptocurrency. [ more ]
Theregister
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Germany monitoring Microsoft for 'anti-competitive' practice

Germany is increasing scrutiny on Microsoft for potential anti-competitive practices in cloud computing and AI.
Google's complaint against Microsoft highlights concerns over unfair licensing practices in the cloud sector. [ more ]
moreartificial-intelligence
Exchangewire
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

The Stack: Latest Legal Moves in Ad Tech; Microsoft Takes On Google with New AI Features

Epic Games accuses Google and Samsung of antitrust conspiracies to protect the Play Store; Microsoft introduces new AI features to compete with Google. [ more ]
AdExchanger
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Is TTD The New Goliath?; Amazon Adds More Ads | AdExchanger

Amazon's Prime Video has adopted a unique advertising strategy that prioritizes advertisers over subscribers, distinguishing it from competitors.
Charter is making significant deals with streaming services to include ad-supported versions, enhancing content access and aiming to grow subscriber bases. [ more ]
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