How a Progressive Legal Tool Became a Weapon for Climate-Change SkepticsRepublicans are leveraging antitrust laws to disrupt climate collaborations, posing a significant threat to climate initiatives in the U.S.
Saving the Internet in Europe: Fostering Choice, Competition and the Right to InnovateEFF is working to enhance digital rights in Europe through advocacy and competition law.Antitrust measures can significantly impact market fairness and innovation in technology.
Albertsons' $24.6 billion merger with Kroger blocked by judgeThe judge blocked Kroger's acquisition of Albertsons, citing a reduction in competition as a primary concern.
FTC slaps GameStop CEO with $1 million fine over Wells Fargo sharesRyan Cohen will pay nearly $1 million in penalties for violating antitrust laws during his Wells Fargo share acquisition.
Texas judge blocks FTC ban on noncompete agreementsA Texas federal judge blocked an FTC rule aimed at banning noncompete agreements, ruling the agency lacks the authority for such sweeping measures.
FTC removes posts critical of big tech from its website | TechCrunchThe FTC has removed over 300 critical blog posts against Big Tech under former chair Lina Khan.The deletions reflect a shift in regulatory vigilance towards corporations.
Judge Blocks Luxury Fashion Deal, Citing Risk of Higher Handbag PricesThe merger of luxury fashion brands was blocked to protect competition and consumer prices.
Albertsons' $24.6 billion merger with Kroger blocked by judgeThe judge blocked Kroger's acquisition of Albertsons, citing a reduction in competition as a primary concern.
FTC slaps GameStop CEO with $1 million fine over Wells Fargo sharesRyan Cohen will pay nearly $1 million in penalties for violating antitrust laws during his Wells Fargo share acquisition.
Texas judge blocks FTC ban on noncompete agreementsA Texas federal judge blocked an FTC rule aimed at banning noncompete agreements, ruling the agency lacks the authority for such sweeping measures.
FTC removes posts critical of big tech from its website | TechCrunchThe FTC has removed over 300 critical blog posts against Big Tech under former chair Lina Khan.The deletions reflect a shift in regulatory vigilance towards corporations.
Judge Blocks Luxury Fashion Deal, Citing Risk of Higher Handbag PricesThe merger of luxury fashion brands was blocked to protect competition and consumer prices.
Is Your Rent an Antitrust Violation?RealPage's algorithmic pricing strategy may lead to price-fixing without traditional collusion, resulting in higher rents and reduced market competition.
Price fixing as a service - the claim against MultiPlanPrice fixing among competitors in real estate and healthcare violates antitrust laws, significantly harming consumers, doctors, and renters.
Is Your Rent an Antitrust Violation?RealPage's algorithmic pricing strategy may lead to price-fixing without traditional collusion, resulting in higher rents and reduced market competition.
Price fixing as a service - the claim against MultiPlanPrice fixing among competitors in real estate and healthcare violates antitrust laws, significantly harming consumers, doctors, and renters.
Two directors of Epic Games, Tencent resign amid antitrust investigationThe resignation of Tencent-appointed directors from Epic Games highlights concerns over antitrust laws related to interlocking directorates. This ongoing review emphasizes regulatory scrutiny in corporate governance.
Kroger and Albertsons grocery megamerger halted by federal courtA judge has temporarily blocked the $24.6 billion merger of Kroger and Albertsons, favoring federal regulators' concerns over reduced competition and higher prices.
Elon Musk's X sues coalition of advertisers over boycottElon Musk's X sues advertisers for boycotting platform post-acquisition, alleging collusion to withhold ad revenue.
Musk declares war' on advertisers as X sues ad alliance, companiesElon Musk's social media platform X suing major companies for conspiring to boycott, causing revenue loss.
Elon Musk is being ridiculous. Companies are free to choose where to advertiseElon Musk's social media site X faced backlash over an antisemitic tweet, initially rejecting advertisers but later suing for boycott.
Elon Musk seeks injunction to block OpenAI's plans to become for-profit 'Frankenstein': filingMusk seeks to block OpenAI's transition to profit, claiming it harms public interest and violates antitrust laws.
Advertisers aren't buying what X is selling. Is that a crime?Brands refusing to advertise on Musk's social media site led to an economic harm lawsuit, accusing them of collusion and violating antitrust law.
Elon Musk's X sues coalition of advertisers over boycottElon Musk's X sues advertisers for boycotting platform post-acquisition, alleging collusion to withhold ad revenue.
Musk declares war' on advertisers as X sues ad alliance, companiesElon Musk's social media platform X suing major companies for conspiring to boycott, causing revenue loss.
Elon Musk is being ridiculous. Companies are free to choose where to advertiseElon Musk's social media site X faced backlash over an antisemitic tweet, initially rejecting advertisers but later suing for boycott.
Elon Musk seeks injunction to block OpenAI's plans to become for-profit 'Frankenstein': filingMusk seeks to block OpenAI's transition to profit, claiming it harms public interest and violates antitrust laws.
Advertisers aren't buying what X is selling. Is that a crime?Brands refusing to advertise on Musk's social media site led to an economic harm lawsuit, accusing them of collusion and violating antitrust law.
Can Xockets Enjoin NVIDIA and Microsoft Post eBay?Xockets' patent infringement case signals ongoing challenges in obtaining injunctions post-eBay, emphasizing strong antitrust allegations against major tech companies.
X sues advertisers for ditching the social networkTwitter sued the World Federation of Advertisers for allegedly colluding with members to reduce ad spending, citing US antitrust law violations.The legal action alleges the federation influenced advertisers to boycott Twitter by raising concerns about its compliance with brand safety standards.
Texas AG launches probe into alleged antitrust advertising scheme boycotting social media companiesTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating alleged conspiracy among ad companies to boycott conservative platforms, which he argues may violate antitrust laws.
X sues advertisers for ditching the social networkTwitter sued the World Federation of Advertisers for allegedly colluding with members to reduce ad spending, citing US antitrust law violations.The legal action alleges the federation influenced advertisers to boycott Twitter by raising concerns about its compliance with brand safety standards.
Texas AG launches probe into alleged antitrust advertising scheme boycotting social media companiesTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating alleged conspiracy among ad companies to boycott conservative platforms, which he argues may violate antitrust laws.
Morning Docket: 11.19.24The legal field is increasingly recognizing the influential role of female lawyers during this transformative decade.
Teams suing NASCAR Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race in 2025NASCAR has allowed teams 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race in 2025 despite ongoing litigation.The teams are still pursuing charter agreements for better race participation and payouts.
Federal Judge Seems Skeptical About Birkin Bag Antitrust SuitJudge Donato finds no antitrust issues in Hermes' sale policies regarding Birkin bags.
Lawsuit Against Atlantic City Casino Hotels Tossed OutA federal judge dismissed a class action lawsuit against Atlantic City casinos for lack of evidence regarding collusion on hotel pricing.
Google loses massive antitrust lawsuit over its search dominanceGoogle was ruled as violating US antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly in the search business.
Judge rules that Google 'is a monopolist' in US antitrust caseJudge Amit Mehta ruled Google violated antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly in search and advertising markets.
'Google is a monopolist': Search giant broke antitrust law in landmark case, judge rulesGoogle violated federal antitrust law to maintain dominance in search market.
Google has illegal monopoly over internet search, US judge rulesGoogle ruled to have created an illegal monopoly for its search engine in a landmark decision by a US judge.
Google Loses Appeal in E.U. Antitrust Case Over Shopping Recommendations in Search ResultsGoogle's appeal against a 2.4 billion euro fine for antitrust violations was dismissed, cementing the E.U.'s stance on digital market regulations.
Google violated antitrust law to keep a monopoly on search, federal judge rulesGoogle violated antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly on its search engine.
Google loses massive antitrust lawsuit over its search dominanceGoogle was ruled as violating US antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly in the search business.
Judge rules that Google 'is a monopolist' in US antitrust caseJudge Amit Mehta ruled Google violated antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly in search and advertising markets.
'Google is a monopolist': Search giant broke antitrust law in landmark case, judge rulesGoogle violated federal antitrust law to maintain dominance in search market.
Google has illegal monopoly over internet search, US judge rulesGoogle ruled to have created an illegal monopoly for its search engine in a landmark decision by a US judge.
Google Loses Appeal in E.U. Antitrust Case Over Shopping Recommendations in Search ResultsGoogle's appeal against a 2.4 billion euro fine for antitrust violations was dismissed, cementing the E.U.'s stance on digital market regulations.
Google violated antitrust law to keep a monopoly on search, federal judge rulesGoogle violated antitrust law by maintaining a monopoly on its search engine.
Federal Court Dismisses ROSS Intelligence's Remaining Antitrust Claim Against Thomson ReutersA federal judge dismissed ROSS Intelligence's antitrust claims against Thomson Reuters, citing insufficient evidence for unlawful tying practices.
NLRB, DOJ, FTC and DOL Formalizes the Exchange of Information to Help Scrutinize The Impact of Mergers on WorkersThe MOU enhances cooperation between Labor Agencies and Antitrust Agencies to scrutinize mergers affecting labor markets.
Rideshare drivers threatening strike over lockouts' by Uber, Lyft, antitrust suit over city-brokered deal | amNewYorkUber and Lyft drivers in NYC threaten strike over ongoing app lockouts affecting their ability to work and earn a living.
Media Briefing: The 2024 media glossaryThe digital media landscape is evolving, with AI companies offering revenue-sharing models to publishers, igniting disputes over fair compensation.
Judge calls foul on Venu, blocks launch of ESPN-Warner-Fox streaming serviceA US judge has blocked the launch of Disney's ESPN, Warner Bros, and Fox's new sports streaming service, stating it could reduce competition.
US Ponders Breaking Up Google, Bloomberg News ReportsThe U.S. Department of Justice is considering breaking up Alphabet's Google following an illegal monopolization ruling.
What Google rivals want after DOJ's antitrust trial winEffective remedies are crucial in antitrust law cases to restore competition post-verdict.
Will New Rules for the Road Emerge for Bank Mergers? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyThe proposed Capital One-Discover merger is viewed negatively due to antitrust concerns.
I Hired an Agent to Sell My Home. Do I Have to Pay the Buyer's Broker Now?Real estate commissions are negotiable but not mandated by law.Recent settlements in lawsuits impact real estate commission structures, but changes in practice are not yet evident.
Column: An NFL trial kicks off today. Here's how it could impact baseball's streaming futureMLB aims for a frictionless experience for fans by offering all games in one place for one price.