#antitrust

#antitrust

Google is mandated to sell its Chrome browser to curb monopoly power, according to the Justice Department.

The DOJ's new filing includes prohibiting Google from making its search engine the default on various devices.

The DOJ seeks to break up Google by requiring a divestment of Chrome and limiting its search market practices.

Google maintains its original proposal in response to DOJ demands; it argues regulatory changes could harm consumers and the economy.

The DOJ is seeking to break up Google by forcing divestitures of Chrome and possibly Android as part of antitrust actions.

The Justice Department is pursuing a breakup of Google, signaling aggressive antitrust action against monopolistic practices.

Google may have to divest its Chrome browser to address antitrust concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice.

Meta, led by Zuckerberg, is lobbying the Trump administration to settle its antitrust case before trial, amid tensions with the Federal Trade Commission.

Apple fined €150 million by French antitrust officials for its app tracking features deemed not proportionate to user data protection.

Judicial conflicts arise from Andrea Bough's financial ties and decisions related to significant real estate lawsuits in Kansas City.

Legal concerns in real estate stem from how agents present off-MLS listings, potentially misleading clients for double commissions.

The FTC is intensifying scrutiny of Meta, with Mark Zuckerberg testifying in an antitrust trial focused on Instagram's acquisition.

House Republicans are questioning EU's Digital Markets Act enforcement, citing potential unfair penalties targeting US tech firms, as critics claim it stifles innovation.

The Trump administration is simultaneously confronting European regulators and cautioning Big Tech about its power dynamics.

House Judiciary Chair expresses concern about potential discrimination against American companies by the EU's digital marketplace regulations.

Andrew Ferguson replaces Lina Khan at the FTC, aiming to focus on consumer protection and reform Big Tech's influence.

The FTC under Andrew Ferguson will likely prioritize targeted enforcement against Big Tech over broad regulatory changes.

The FTC is launching an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's AI operations and partnerships.

Elon Musk supports consolidating the FTC and DOJ's antitrust roles, which could weaken competition enforcement efficacy.

David Shaw joins the FTC as principal deputy director, enhancing the agency's expertise in antitrust matters.

The FTC is conducting an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's market practices and Azure cloud service.

Antitrust enforcement is inappropriate for addressing content moderation, which plays a vital role in market competition.

Apple's control over mobile browsers limits innovation and competition in the UK, according to a CMA report.

Apple has blocked access to commercially sensitive information related to antitrust findings in India, favoring its own defense against competitors.

Brazil orders Apple to allow sideloading of apps within 90 days, following similar global rulings.

Judge denies Musk's injunction against OpenAI's for-profit transition, dismissing allegations of anticompetitive behavior and claims of contract violations.

Elon Musk's request to block OpenAI's for-profit conversion was denied, but parts of his lawsuit may be expedited to trial.