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#antitrust

Google may have to divest Android and Chrome

The U.S. Department of Justice may forcibly separate Google's major products to reduce its monopoly and encourage competition in the tech landscape.

Federal prosecutors eye asking judge to break up Google

The DOJ is exploring options to compel Google to separate its search business to address its monopoly.

U.S. Justice Department demands concessions from Google, hints at a break up

The U.S. Justice Department aims to impose changes on Google to enhance competition, including potential break-up proposals to combat its monopoly.

The DOJ wants Google to sell its Chrome browser. Here are the winners and losers if that happens.

The DOJ is pushing for Google to sell Chrome, which could disrupt its advertising monopoly.

Google must sell Chrome to restore competition in online search, U.S. Justice Department says | CBC News

Google is required to take substantial measures to end its monopoly on online search, according to the DOJ.

Selling Chrome Won't Be Enough to End Google's Search Monopoly

The U.S. government seeks to dismantle Google's monopoly by forcing it to divest Chrome and share data, aiming for increased competition.

Google may have to divest Android and Chrome

The U.S. Department of Justice may forcibly separate Google's major products to reduce its monopoly and encourage competition in the tech landscape.

Federal prosecutors eye asking judge to break up Google

The DOJ is exploring options to compel Google to separate its search business to address its monopoly.

U.S. Justice Department demands concessions from Google, hints at a break up

The U.S. Justice Department aims to impose changes on Google to enhance competition, including potential break-up proposals to combat its monopoly.

The DOJ wants Google to sell its Chrome browser. Here are the winners and losers if that happens.

The DOJ is pushing for Google to sell Chrome, which could disrupt its advertising monopoly.

Google must sell Chrome to restore competition in online search, U.S. Justice Department says | CBC News

Google is required to take substantial measures to end its monopoly on online search, according to the DOJ.

Selling Chrome Won't Be Enough to End Google's Search Monopoly

The U.S. government seeks to dismantle Google's monopoly by forcing it to divest Chrome and share data, aiming for increased competition.
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Consumer groups say new law will hurt concert ticket buyers and sellers

Consumer groups argue that new legislation could cement Live Nation's monopoly by restricting ticket transferability, harming competition.
#cma

CMA gives Google's $2B Anthropic investment the green light

The CMA's role is crucial for ensuring fairness in a rapidly shifting AI market.

AWS and Microsoft warn CMA that curbing cloud discounts harms UK customers and investment | Computer Weekly

CMA investigates cloud services for anti-competitive behaviors, risking reduced investments by major providers if changes are mandated.

CMA gives Google's $2B Anthropic investment the green light

The CMA's role is crucial for ensuring fairness in a rapidly shifting AI market.

AWS and Microsoft warn CMA that curbing cloud discounts harms UK customers and investment | Computer Weekly

CMA investigates cloud services for anti-competitive behaviors, risking reduced investments by major providers if changes are mandated.
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Don't Be a Sucker When It Comes to Disney (DIS) Stock

Disney shows strong earnings under Iger but faces skepticism in stock performance.
Economic uncertainties make Disney's three-year financial outlook seem precarious.
The streaming market remains highly competitive, hurting Disney's projected growth.
#e-commerce

How TikTok Saved Its E-Commerce Business in Indonesia

TikTok's e-commerce operations in Indonesia were halted by government regulations aimed to curb its market influence.

Amazon turns to everyday essentials to compete with Temu and Shein

Amazon's focus on everyday essentials is impacting average selling prices but is fostering customer loyalty and increasing overall spending.

Amazon's Ad Business Grew Faster Than the Company's Overall Growth in Q3

Amazon's advertising net sales reached $14.3 billion, growing 19% year-over-year and accounting for nearly 9% of total sales.

Perplexity Now Lets You Buy Stuff Directly In The AI Search Engine

Perplexity introduces a shopping assistant feature for Pro subscribers, enhancing the search experience with integrated purchase options.

How TikTok Saved Its E-Commerce Business in Indonesia

TikTok's e-commerce operations in Indonesia were halted by government regulations aimed to curb its market influence.

Amazon turns to everyday essentials to compete with Temu and Shein

Amazon's focus on everyday essentials is impacting average selling prices but is fostering customer loyalty and increasing overall spending.

Amazon's Ad Business Grew Faster Than the Company's Overall Growth in Q3

Amazon's advertising net sales reached $14.3 billion, growing 19% year-over-year and accounting for nearly 9% of total sales.

Perplexity Now Lets You Buy Stuff Directly In The AI Search Engine

Perplexity introduces a shopping assistant feature for Pro subscribers, enhancing the search experience with integrated purchase options.
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Is Mike Tyson the Future of Netflix?

The Mike Tyson fight's viewership of over 60 million raises questions about its profitability for Netflix in the competitive streaming landscape.
#nvidia

Nvidia Blackwell servers are overheating, leaving customers concerned

Nvidia's Blackwell AI chips face overheating issues and design flaws, impacting delivery timelines and raising concerns among customers.

Amazon Will Challenge Nvidia as a Real Threat

Amazon is set to manufacture AI chips, challenging Nvidia's dominance in the industry.

Samsung's HBM3E has been a disaster, but there's a path back

Samsung Electronics reports profit growth but faces a semiconductor crisis and competitive challenges.

Nvidia Blackwell servers are overheating, leaving customers concerned

Nvidia's Blackwell AI chips face overheating issues and design flaws, impacting delivery timelines and raising concerns among customers.

Amazon Will Challenge Nvidia as a Real Threat

Amazon is set to manufacture AI chips, challenging Nvidia's dominance in the industry.

Samsung's HBM3E has been a disaster, but there's a path back

Samsung Electronics reports profit growth but faces a semiconductor crisis and competitive challenges.
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#cloud-computing

Microsoft and Alphabet's latest earnings show once again that it's all about the cloud

Microsoft's cloud business significantly contributed to its growth, with major gains attributed to AI-driven initiatives.

Cloud providers can hardly keep up with dazzling demand for AI

The demand for cloud capacity due to AI workloads is overwhelming major cloud providers.
Investor patience is running thin amid high expectations for cloud and AI growth.

FTC to launch investigation into Microsoft's cloud business

The FTC is scrutinizing cloud providers for fees and exclusivity practices that may harm competition.

'Let chaos reign': AI inference costs are about to plummet

Many startups are competing in the AI inference market, potentially lowering costs and impacting cloud service providers.

A look at risk, regulation, and lock-in

Regulation in cloud computing is still evolving, balancing fairness and innovation.

A look at risk, regulation, and lock-in in the cloud

Regulation in cloud computing is evolving, balancing market fairness and innovation.
Regulators currently see the market as capable of self-correction regarding competition.

Microsoft and Alphabet's latest earnings show once again that it's all about the cloud

Microsoft's cloud business significantly contributed to its growth, with major gains attributed to AI-driven initiatives.

Cloud providers can hardly keep up with dazzling demand for AI

The demand for cloud capacity due to AI workloads is overwhelming major cloud providers.
Investor patience is running thin amid high expectations for cloud and AI growth.

FTC to launch investigation into Microsoft's cloud business

The FTC is scrutinizing cloud providers for fees and exclusivity practices that may harm competition.

'Let chaos reign': AI inference costs are about to plummet

Many startups are competing in the AI inference market, potentially lowering costs and impacting cloud service providers.

A look at risk, regulation, and lock-in

Regulation in cloud computing is still evolving, balancing fairness and innovation.

A look at risk, regulation, and lock-in in the cloud

Regulation in cloud computing is evolving, balancing market fairness and innovation.
Regulators currently see the market as capable of self-correction regarding competition.
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#electric-vehicles

Japanese carmakers are losing ground as China surges ahead in the EV race

Japanese automakers Toyota, Honda, and Nissan are struggling with declining profits due to intensified competition in China and difficulties transitioning to electric vehicles.

Mercedes boss says carmakers are locked in a 'Darwinian battle'

Mercedes-Benz is navigating a challenging market with rising competition from China and declining consumer confidence, emphasizing the need for innovation and resilience.

Tesla's cheapest Model 3 is no longer available

Tesla has discontinued the standard-range Model 3 variant, making the Long Range RWD the most affordable option currently available.

G.M.'s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge as Ford Loses Billions

Ford's early lead in the electric vehicle market is now challenged by rising competition and significant financial losses.

Why Tesla's sales are slipping in California, and what it means for Elon Musk's car company

Tesla's declining sales in California suggest significant challenges ahead in a maturing EV market.

Why Musk supports Trump getting rid of EV tax credits

Tesla could benefit from the removal of EV tax credits, which may hurt competitors more than it affects Tesla.
Musk suggests that ending consumer tax credits might solidify Tesla's market advantage long-term.

Japanese carmakers are losing ground as China surges ahead in the EV race

Japanese automakers Toyota, Honda, and Nissan are struggling with declining profits due to intensified competition in China and difficulties transitioning to electric vehicles.

Mercedes boss says carmakers are locked in a 'Darwinian battle'

Mercedes-Benz is navigating a challenging market with rising competition from China and declining consumer confidence, emphasizing the need for innovation and resilience.

Tesla's cheapest Model 3 is no longer available

Tesla has discontinued the standard-range Model 3 variant, making the Long Range RWD the most affordable option currently available.

G.M.'s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge as Ford Loses Billions

Ford's early lead in the electric vehicle market is now challenged by rising competition and significant financial losses.

Why Tesla's sales are slipping in California, and what it means for Elon Musk's car company

Tesla's declining sales in California suggest significant challenges ahead in a maturing EV market.

Why Musk supports Trump getting rid of EV tax credits

Tesla could benefit from the removal of EV tax credits, which may hurt competitors more than it affects Tesla.
Musk suggests that ending consumer tax credits might solidify Tesla's market advantage long-term.
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#health-insurance

New health insurer launching this week, with hopes Level Health will lead to lower plan prices

Level Health's launch is expected to create competition and pressure existing insurers to lower prices by introducing only four simplified plans.

New health insurer set to undercut rivals with hopes of price war to benefit consumers

New player Level Health aims to disrupt the Irish health insurance market with competitive pricing and added benefits.

New health insurer launching this week, with hopes Level Health will lead to lower plan prices

Level Health's launch is expected to create competition and pressure existing insurers to lower prices by introducing only four simplified plans.

New health insurer set to undercut rivals with hopes of price war to benefit consumers

New player Level Health aims to disrupt the Irish health insurance market with competitive pricing and added benefits.
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#economic-challenges

Why Old-School CPGs Are Getting Back To Basics | AdExchanger

Grocery-store brands are adapting to changing market conditions and shifting competition by rethinking strategies and focusing on packaging and supply chain issues.

Germany's car industry is losing its famous Vorsprung and it can't all be blamed on Trump and tariffs | Konstantin Richter

Germany's auto industry is facing unprecedented challenges, threatening its historical edge in manufacturing.

Why Old-School CPGs Are Getting Back To Basics | AdExchanger

Grocery-store brands are adapting to changing market conditions and shifting competition by rethinking strategies and focusing on packaging and supply chain issues.

Germany's car industry is losing its famous Vorsprung and it can't all be blamed on Trump and tariffs | Konstantin Richter

Germany's auto industry is facing unprecedented challenges, threatening its historical edge in manufacturing.
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Apple Creating AI Smart Home Device to Compete With Amazon: Report | Entrepreneur

Apple's new smart home device will integrate Apple Intelligence and function as a central smart control hub for home automation.
#apple

Apple reports robust demand for iPhone 16 even as overall sales in China slow

Apple's strong demand for iPhone 16 boosts quarterly revenue despite slight decline in Chinese sales.

Apple to counter new Meta products with its own cheaper headset

Apple is developing affordable AR headsets and smart glasses to better compete in the market.

Apple's China headache isn't going away anytime soon

Apple's sales in Greater China fell short of estimates amid competitive pressures, with new AI features expected to launch in April.

Oura Ring CEO: This Is Why Apple Won't Make a Smart Ring | Entrepreneur

Apple's potential smart ring is unlikely due to market competition with the Apple Watch, according to Oura's CEO.

Apple reports robust demand for iPhone 16 even as overall sales in China slow

Apple's strong demand for iPhone 16 boosts quarterly revenue despite slight decline in Chinese sales.

Apple to counter new Meta products with its own cheaper headset

Apple is developing affordable AR headsets and smart glasses to better compete in the market.

Apple's China headache isn't going away anytime soon

Apple's sales in Greater China fell short of estimates amid competitive pressures, with new AI features expected to launch in April.

Oura Ring CEO: This Is Why Apple Won't Make a Smart Ring | Entrepreneur

Apple's potential smart ring is unlikely due to market competition with the Apple Watch, according to Oura's CEO.
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Salesforce Aims to Hire 1,000 New Agentforce AI Salespeople | Entrepreneur

Salesforce is set to hire 1,000 new salespeople to promote its Agentforce AI technology, with a goal of reaching one billion users by 2025.

Nestle and Coca-Cola, a high-octane divorce

Nestea will remain available in Spain despite Nestle's split from Coca-Cola, sparking a complex legal battle over the drink's formula.

Foreign firms pull more money from China's slowing economy

Foreign investment in China continues to decline amid geopolitical tensions and competition, raising concerns of a potential historic net outflow.

How a new Trump administration will treat the budding AI industry

A Trump administration is likely to reduce AI government oversight, prioritizing innovation and free market dynamics over regulation.
#advertising-revenue

Imagining A Post-Monopoly Era: The Future Of Publishing Without Google's Dominance | AdExchanger

The breakup of Google's ad monopoly may disrupt publishers short-term but benefit them long-term.

Opinion: Google's Greed Is Undermining Alphabet's Growth

Google Cloud growth masks challenges in advertising revenue for Alphabet, highlighting the need for strategic realignment.

Imagining A Post-Monopoly Era: The Future Of Publishing Without Google's Dominance | AdExchanger

The breakup of Google's ad monopoly may disrupt publishers short-term but benefit them long-term.

Opinion: Google's Greed Is Undermining Alphabet's Growth

Google Cloud growth masks challenges in advertising revenue for Alphabet, highlighting the need for strategic realignment.
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Sony is discontinuing its $9,000 Airpeak S1 pro photography drone

Sony is discontinuing the Airpeak S1 drone, revealing challenges in competing with other brands and an eventual decision for the drone's future.
#starbucks

Starbucks (SBUX) Needs to Win China, or Die

Starbucks must overcome domestic challenges and fierce competition in China to revitalize its growth and stock performance.

Why Starbucks is losing sales, and what it's doing about it

Starbucks faces declining sales and is shifting strategy under new CEO Brian Niccol to rejuvenate its brand and attract customers.

China's Largest Coffee Chain Plans to Hit Starbucks in the US

Starbucks faces significant challenges as sales decline, particularly in China, posing risks to its global expansion strategy.

Starbucks (SBUX) Needs to Win China, or Die

Starbucks must overcome domestic challenges and fierce competition in China to revitalize its growth and stock performance.

Why Starbucks is losing sales, and what it's doing about it

Starbucks faces declining sales and is shifting strategy under new CEO Brian Niccol to rejuvenate its brand and attract customers.

China's Largest Coffee Chain Plans to Hit Starbucks in the US

Starbucks faces significant challenges as sales decline, particularly in China, posing risks to its global expansion strategy.
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#customer-experience

Leader Spotlight: Building strong foundations, with Matt Strozak - LogRocket Blog

B2B SaaS success hinges on solving customer problems, demonstrating ROI, and being embedded in customer workflows.

How to manage a design system - LogRocket Blog

Unbundling products enhances customer satisfaction by providing tailored purchasing options.

Leader Spotlight: Building strong foundations, with Matt Strozak - LogRocket Blog

B2B SaaS success hinges on solving customer problems, demonstrating ROI, and being embedded in customer workflows.

How to manage a design system - LogRocket Blog

Unbundling products enhances customer satisfaction by providing tailored purchasing options.
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#amd

AMD has put in the groundwork for a major AI push while the tech industry has fawned over Nvidia

AMD is strategically positioning itself to compete in the booming generative AI market through significant investments and acquisitions.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030

AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D outperforms Intel's CPUs in gaming performance and efficiency at a lower cost.
AMD has transformed its position in the CPU market under Dr. Linda Su's leadership since 2014.

AMD has put in the groundwork for a major AI push while the tech industry has fawned over Nvidia

AMD is strategically positioning itself to compete in the booming generative AI market through significant investments and acquisitions.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030

AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D outperforms Intel's CPUs in gaming performance and efficiency at a lower cost.
AMD has transformed its position in the CPU market under Dr. Linda Su's leadership since 2014.
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Once-dominant Swiggy seeks $11.3B value at IPO, less than half Zomato's worth | TechCrunch

Swiggy's IPO valuation is significantly lower than Zomato's, indicating competitive pressures and market share loss.
#digital-advertising

Alphabet's AI investments boost cloud sales, lifts maturing ad business

Google's AI investments are driving significant growth, especially in cloud and advertising revenues, despite challenges from competitors.

Breaking Up Google Could Hurt Small Businesses | AdExchanger

Breaking up Google could severely impact small businesses that depend on its advertising tools for growth and customer outreach.

Alphabet's AI investments boost cloud sales, lifts maturing ad business

Google's AI investments are driving significant growth, especially in cloud and advertising revenues, despite challenges from competitors.

Breaking Up Google Could Hurt Small Businesses | AdExchanger

Breaking up Google could severely impact small businesses that depend on its advertising tools for growth and customer outreach.
moredigital-advertising

Apple Wins $250 US Jury Verdict in Patent Case Over Masimo Smartwatches

The jury found Masimo's early smartwatches infringed Apple's patents but ruled in favor of Masimo on current product sales.
Apple sought an injunction rather than significant monetary damages.

The Craft Spirits Industry Is at a Make-or-Break Moment. Is Better Distribution the Way Forward?

Craft distilleries must adapt to declining sales by exploring direct-to-consumer strategies to maintain market relevance.
#openai

OpenAI loses its lead and robotics makes a comeback

OpenAI's competitive edge is waning as other AI models catch up.
The cost of AI inference is declining rapidly due to increased competition.

Microsoft Stock Down Because of AI

Microsoft's heavy investment in AI may not yield immediate financial results, causing stock performance concerns.

OpenAI loses its lead and robotics makes a comeback

OpenAI's competitive edge is waning as other AI models catch up.
The cost of AI inference is declining rapidly due to increased competition.

Microsoft Stock Down Because of AI

Microsoft's heavy investment in AI may not yield immediate financial results, causing stock performance concerns.
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#real-estate

Another day, another team joins The Real Brokerage

Real Brokerage surpassed 22,000 agents with the addition of the Grant Johnson Group, reflecting its rapid growth and strong market presence.

Utah MLS dismissed from Homie's antitrust lawsuit

Homie Technologies has dismissed UtahRealEstate.com from its antitrust lawsuit but can potentially refile in the future.

Another day, another team joins The Real Brokerage

Real Brokerage surpassed 22,000 agents with the addition of the Grant Johnson Group, reflecting its rapid growth and strong market presence.

Utah MLS dismissed from Homie's antitrust lawsuit

Homie Technologies has dismissed UtahRealEstate.com from its antitrust lawsuit but can potentially refile in the future.
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Google's share of the search ad market could drop below 50% for the first time in a decade as AI search engines boom

Google's advertising market share may dip below 50% as AI tools increasingly challenge its traditional dominance.
Younger generations are shifting away from using 'Google' as a verb due to emerging AI-driven tools.

Can Chicken Big Mac Save McDonald's Sales?

McDonald's continues to struggle with sales despite new menu items, indicating a need for stronger innovation and adaptations to market trends.
#tiktok

TikTok Exits Music Streaming: Implications for the Market

TikTok's exit from music streaming benefits competitors, primarily Spotify.
Younger TikTok users likely uninterested in paid streaming services.
The music streaming market is highly competitive and remains crowded.

The Stocks That Win From TikTok's Unexpected Retreat

TikTok's exit from music streaming benefits main competitors, especially Spotify.

TikTok Exits Music Streaming: Implications for the Market

TikTok's exit from music streaming benefits competitors, primarily Spotify.
Younger TikTok users likely uninterested in paid streaming services.
The music streaming market is highly competitive and remains crowded.

The Stocks That Win From TikTok's Unexpected Retreat

TikTok's exit from music streaming benefits main competitors, especially Spotify.
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#amazon

FTC can proceed with antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, judge rules

Federal judge allowed FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon to proceed, marking a significant legal challenge against the company.

Amazon partially prevails in FTC antitrust suit, but battle continues

Amazon achieved a partial dismissal in the FTC antitrust lawsuit while remaining claims will still proceed in court.

FTC can proceed with antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, judge rules

Federal judge allowed FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon to proceed, marking a significant legal challenge against the company.

Amazon partially prevails in FTC antitrust suit, but battle continues

Amazon achieved a partial dismissal in the FTC antitrust lawsuit while remaining claims will still proceed in court.
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Stellantis (STLA) Stock Is Pointing to an Industrywide Implosion

Stellantis may lay off 50% of its North American workforce due to market struggles.

AI startup Poolside raises $500M as AI coding market booms

Poolside has raised $500 million and reached a $3 billion valuation without launching a product yet.
#nike

Nike's new CEO is good news-but the CFO will need to help steer a turnaround

Nike's revenue decreased 10% year-over-year, reflecting significant challenges amid leadership transition and market competition.

Nike postpones investor meeting after hiring new boss amid falling sales

Nike faces significant challenges after revenue and profit declines, prompting a leadership change and strategy reassessment.

Nike's new CEO is good news-but the CFO will need to help steer a turnaround

Nike's revenue decreased 10% year-over-year, reflecting significant challenges amid leadership transition and market competition.

Nike postpones investor meeting after hiring new boss amid falling sales

Nike faces significant challenges after revenue and profit declines, prompting a leadership change and strategy reassessment.
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How these Grindr competitors are trying to beat the dating app at its own game

Grindr's influence on location-based dating persists, with 60% of gay and bisexual men using it, shaping industry competitors.

Spirit Airlines to End Dozens of Routes This Fall - Here's What's Being Cut

Spirit Airlines is cutting 32 routes to focus on profitable operations in a competitive market.

Samsung may cancel the Galaxy S26

Samsung may drop the Galaxy S26, offering only S26+ and Ultra models due to market competition.

eBay will stop charging seller fees in the UK

eBay UK sellers now face no fees for domestic sales, enhancing C2C marketplace participation.

Oura, beloved by techies and athletes alike, is launching a new smart ring this month: Bloomberg

Oura Health Oy's new smart ring aims to enhance user experience amid rising market competition.

Unpacking the Epic-Particle Health Dispute: When It Started, What's Being Alleged & What It Means for the Industry - MedCity News

Particle Health's antitrust lawsuit against Epic highlights a critical challenge to EHR market dominance, aiming to promote competition in healthcare technology.
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