Trump names Andrew Ferguson as next chair of Federal Trade Commission
Andrew Ferguson's appointment as FTC chair indicates a likely shift towards a more business-friendly regulatory environment.
Don't expect massive M&A changes under Trump, say experts
Under Trump's second term, tech mergers and acquisitions may not benefit from looser regulations as anticipated.
The Morning Risk Report: Business Groups Race to Block FTC's Ban on Noncompete Agreements
The FTC issued a rule prohibiting noncompete agreements, facing legal challenges from business groups and sparking debates on their anticompetitive nature.
Trump names Andrew Ferguson as next chair of Federal Trade Commission
Andrew Ferguson's appointment as FTC chair indicates a likely shift towards a more business-friendly regulatory environment.
Don't expect massive M&A changes under Trump, say experts
Under Trump's second term, tech mergers and acquisitions may not benefit from looser regulations as anticipated.
The Morning Risk Report: Business Groups Race to Block FTC's Ban on Noncompete Agreements
The FTC issued a rule prohibiting noncompete agreements, facing legal challenges from business groups and sparking debates on their anticompetitive nature.
Lina Khan's term as F.T.C. chair has sparked significant debate over antitrust enforcement and corporate regulations, positioning her as a pivotal figure in this landscape.
The end of "market uncertainty"
Markets are uncertain about the future presidential policies and congressional control, affecting economic forecasts.
Antitrust enforcement under Lina Khan could influence deal-making amidst market uncertainty.
DOJ antitrust chief warns AI companies that they must fairly compensate artists
Tech companies in AI warned to fairly compensate creators to avoid antitrust action.
Algorithms can aid price collusion, even if no humans actually talk to each other, US enforcers say
Algorithms can be used for illegal price-fixing without direct human communication.
The DOJ and FTC emphasize the importance of addressing algorithmic price-fixing cases.
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US Antitrust Enforcer Intensifies Scrutiny on AI Sector Amid Monopoly Concerns
Antitrust enforcer pledges to scrutinize AI sector to prevent monopolies.