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How Google's Antitrust Case Could Upend the A.I. Race

Google's search monopoly raises concerns about its potential dominance in the AI industry.

Google Declared An Illegal Monopoly For The Second Time In A Year, Digital Ad Network Under Fire

Google's advertising business was ruled an illegal monopoly by a federal judge on April 17, marking a second antitrust ruling against the company in a year.

fromExchangewire

Digest: Yahoo Eyes Chrome Acquisition; ChatGPT to Feature Washington Post Content in New Media Partnership

Yahoo is considering acquiring Google's Chrome browser amid antitrust discussions.

ChatGPT partners with The Washington Post to improve news responses.

Amazon expands 'Haul' storefront as part of its e-commerce strategy.

Everybody wants to buy Chrome

The US government aims to force Google to sell Chrome amid antitrust measures.

Google is fighting a new DOJ bid to break up another part of its empire

The US government is taking new legal steps to challenge Google's dominance in online advertising through a trial set for September 22.

fromYahoo Finance

Google is fighting a new DOJ bid to break up another part of its empire

The U.S. government aims to dismantle Google's dominance in online advertising via legal proceedings.

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How Google's Antitrust Case Could Upend the A.I. Race

Google's search monopoly raises concerns about its potential dominance in the AI industry.

Google Declared An Illegal Monopoly For The Second Time In A Year, Digital Ad Network Under Fire

Google's advertising business was ruled an illegal monopoly by a federal judge on April 17, marking a second antitrust ruling against the company in a year.

fromExchangewire

Digest: Yahoo Eyes Chrome Acquisition; ChatGPT to Feature Washington Post Content in New Media Partnership

Yahoo is considering acquiring Google's Chrome browser amid antitrust discussions.

ChatGPT partners with The Washington Post to improve news responses.

Amazon expands 'Haul' storefront as part of its e-commerce strategy.

Everybody wants to buy Chrome

The US government aims to force Google to sell Chrome amid antitrust measures.

Google is fighting a new DOJ bid to break up another part of its empire

The US government is taking new legal steps to challenge Google's dominance in online advertising through a trial set for September 22.

L.A. Wildfire Victims Sue Insurance Carriers for Dropping Fire Coverage

Los Angeles residents sue insurers for dropping fire coverage post-wildfires, alleging antitrust violations.

fromwww.housingwire.com

LA real estate

Howard Hanna reaches settlement in Gibson commission lawsuit

Settlement seeks to halt proceedings while awaiting court approval, with no admission of wrongdoing by Howard Hanna.

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fromSFGATE

L.A. Wildfire Victims Sue Insurance Carriers for Dropping Fire Coverage

Los Angeles residents sue insurers for dropping fire coverage post-wildfires, alleging antitrust violations.

fromwww.housingwire.com

LA real estate

Howard Hanna reaches settlement in Gibson commission lawsuit

Settlement seeks to halt proceedings while awaiting court approval, with no admission of wrongdoing by Howard Hanna.

Apple and Meta Hit With Fines for Violating E.U. Digital Competition Law

EU regulators fine Apple and Meta for violating the Digital Markets Act, marking an effort to enhance competition in the digital economy.

The Big Tech vs. Europe war just ratcheted up. But Trump is also taking on Big Tech.

The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a total of $800 million for antitrust violations, emphasizing tensions between US tech and EU regulations.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Court sides with Fortnite maker Epic as Apple sanctioned for defying order in App Store case

Apple has been found in contempt for violating a court injunction related to antitrust practices in an Epic Games case.

'Cook chose poorly': how Apple blew up its control over the App Store

Apple intentionally failed to comply with a court order regarding App Store changes, leading to enforced modifications by the judge.

Judge Rebukes Apple and Orders It to Loosen Grip on App Store

Apple must stop collecting commission on certain app sales as ruled by a federal judge, marking a significant change in the App Store's operations.

fromwww.bbc.com

Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation

Apple found to have willfully violated court injunction regarding anticompetitive practices, prompting potential criminal investigation.

Apple and Meta Hit With Fines for Violating E.U. Digital Competition Law

EU regulators fine Apple and Meta for violating the Digital Markets Act, marking an effort to enhance competition in the digital economy.

The Big Tech vs. Europe war just ratcheted up. But Trump is also taking on Big Tech.

The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a total of $800 million for antitrust violations, emphasizing tensions between US tech and EU regulations.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Court sides with Fortnite maker Epic as Apple sanctioned for defying order in App Store case

Apple has been found in contempt for violating a court injunction related to antitrust practices in an Epic Games case.

'Cook chose poorly': how Apple blew up its control over the App Store

Apple intentionally failed to comply with a court order regarding App Store changes, leading to enforced modifications by the judge.

Judge Rebukes Apple and Orders It to Loosen Grip on App Store

Apple must stop collecting commission on certain app sales as ruled by a federal judge, marking a significant change in the App Store's operations.

fromwww.bbc.com

Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation

Apple found to have willfully violated court injunction regarding anticompetitive practices, prompting potential criminal investigation.

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Relevent-USSF settlement: Are foreign leagues coming to America?

Relevent Sports secured the rights to host foreign league matches in the U.S. after settling an antitrust case with the U.S. Soccer Federation.

Meta and Spotify are teaming up to lobby against Apple and Google

Meta and others formed a coalition to advocate for app makers' interests against Apple and Google.

Mark Zuckerberg Says Social Media Is Over

Social media has evolved from a platform for interpersonal connection to a focus on entertainment and broadcasting content.

An internal Meta planning deck reveals its early strategy for Threads, code-named Project 92

Meta's Threads platform intends to fill the gap created by Twitter's instability by offering a more engaging digital conversation space.

fromEngadget

Instagram's former CEO testifies Zuckerberg thought the app was a 'threat' to Facebook

Zuckerberg viewed Instagram as a threat to Facebook's growth, impacting investments and hiring.

Systrom's testimony reveals ongoing tensions between Instagram's founders and Zuckerberg over resources.

The TikTok ban is back in court - in Meta's antitrust trial

TikTok's US shutdown revealed its unique role and competition dynamics in social media, indicating user dependence on the platform during this period.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Social media marketing

Instagramco-founder claims app could have thrived without Meta

Systrom argues Instagram could have thrived independently without Meta's acquisition, citing resource limitations imposed by Zuckerberg post-deal.

US politics

FTC commissioners on fighting back against Trump's illegal firing

FTC commissioners Rebecca Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya, fired by Trump, are suing for reinstatement, questioning the legality of the President's actions.

fromThe New Yorker

Mark Zuckerberg Says Social Media Is Over

Social media has evolved from a platform for interpersonal connection to a focus on entertainment and broadcasting content.

An internal Meta planning deck reveals its early strategy for Threads, code-named Project 92

Meta's Threads platform intends to fill the gap created by Twitter's instability by offering a more engaging digital conversation space.

fromEngadget

Instagram's former CEO testifies Zuckerberg thought the app was a 'threat' to Facebook

Zuckerberg viewed Instagram as a threat to Facebook's growth, impacting investments and hiring.

Systrom's testimony reveals ongoing tensions between Instagram's founders and Zuckerberg over resources.

The TikTok ban is back in court - in Meta's antitrust trial

TikTok's US shutdown revealed its unique role and competition dynamics in social media, indicating user dependence on the platform during this period.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Social media marketing

Instagramco-founder claims app could have thrived without Meta

Systrom argues Instagram could have thrived independently without Meta's acquisition, citing resource limitations imposed by Zuckerberg post-deal.

US politics

FTC commissioners on fighting back against Trump's illegal firing

FTC commissioners Rebecca Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya, fired by Trump, are suing for reinstatement, questioning the legality of the President's actions.

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The EU fined Apple and Meta but failed to really hold them to account. Was that to appease Trump? | Alexander Hurst

The EU's lenient fines against big tech fail to challenge their market dominance effectively.

US politics

fromNew York Post

Sen. Hawley: Break up Big Tech behemoths to reclaim American freedom

Big Tech's monopolistic practices pose a serious threat to democratic governance and individual rights.

fromwww.theguardian.com

The EU fined Apple and Meta but failed to really hold them to account. Was that to appease Trump? | Alexander Hurst

The EU's lenient fines against big tech fail to challenge their market dominance effectively.

US politics

fromNew York Post

Sen. Hawley: Break up Big Tech behemoths to reclaim American freedom

Big Tech's monopolistic practices pose a serious threat to democratic governance and individual rights.

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fromwww.theguardian.com

3 days ago

Can US monopoly laws rein in Silicon Valley?

EU fines Apple and Meta for violation of Digital Markets Act, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny on tech companies.

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Marketing tech

2 Magnificent AI Stocks Down 27% and 32% That Investors Will Wish They Bought on the Dip

Antitrust litigation against Alphabet and Meta may reshape their business operations, prompting investors to consider potential opportunities despite current volatility.

Marketing tech

2 Magnificent AI Stocks Down 27% and 32% That Investors Will Wish They Bought on the Dip

Alphabet and Meta Platforms must navigate significant antitrust challenges that threaten their market dominance amidst investor uncertainty.

fromThe Motley Fool

Marketing tech

2 Magnificent AI Stocks Down 27% and 32% That Investors Will Wish They Bought on the Dip | The Motley Fool

Antitrust challenges against Alphabet and Meta Platforms may present buying opportunities for investors despite their recent stock declines.

from24/7 Wall St.

Marketing tech

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 for April 16

Meta's stock rebounds 8.43% weekly but remains down 12.76% for the year, facing legal challenges and economic headwinds.

Marketing tech

2 Magnificent AI Stocks Down 27% and 32% That Investors Will Wish They Bought on the Dip

Antitrust litigation against Alphabet and Meta may reshape their business operations, prompting investors to consider potential opportunities despite current volatility.

Marketing tech

2 Magnificent AI Stocks Down 27% and 32% That Investors Will Wish They Bought on the Dip

Alphabet and Meta Platforms must navigate significant antitrust challenges that threaten their market dominance amidst investor uncertainty.

fromThe Motley Fool

Marketing tech

2 Magnificent AI Stocks Down 27% and 32% That Investors Will Wish They Bought on the Dip | The Motley Fool

Antitrust challenges against Alphabet and Meta Platforms may present buying opportunities for investors despite their recent stock declines.

from24/7 Wall St.

Marketing tech

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 for April 16

Meta's stock rebounds 8.43% weekly but remains down 12.76% for the year, facing legal challenges and economic headwinds.

According to a FTC Lawsuit, Amazon Ranks Its Own Products First | HackerNoon

The FTC accuses Amazon of biasing search results to favor its own products, disadvantaging competitors.

fromwww.morningstar.com

Alphabet Earnings: AI Monetization Continues to Improve

Alphabet demonstrates strong growth despite challenges, particularly in Google Cloud and AI monetization.

Investor concerns create a potential buying opportunity as Alphabet shows resilience.

The firm's capital expenditure plans signal confidence in future growth.

fromESPN.com