Regulators vs. AI giants: acquisitions under review, bundling complaints and market-power fights.
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Federal courts have found antitrust violations involving major technology companies but have often avoided imposing severe remedies. Judges worry that aggressive intervention could disrupt markets evolving rapidly through technological change.
New York Times Technology · 16d ago
The article argues that the FTC’s action against Amazon should not be understood solely as an antitrust case. It emphasizes Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act, which can compare business representations with system behavior without requiring proof of monopoly.
钛媒体 · 16d ago
Google has avoided being broken up in a major US antitrust case involving its ad technology business. The decision represents the third significant antitrust loss for big tech in the United States.
iTNews Australia · 17d ago
The DOJ has reportedly investigated Andreessen Horowitz for nearly a year over partners serving on the boards of competing companies Databricks and Fivetran. The probe revives a rarely used 112-year-old antitrust law and could influence how venture firms manage board seats and investments in AI and data infrastructure companies.
TechCrunch AI · 29d ago
Apple has acknowledged for the first time that new regulatory requirements are forcing it to loosen control over the App Store. The company says the changes are putting pressure on its services business, which generates more than $100 billion in annual revenue.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 32d ago
A judge told Google to stop making rival Android app stores difficult to install. The August 13 hearing was a compliance review of remedies stemming from a jury’s finding that Google held an illegal monopoly over Android apps.
The Next Web (TNW) · 36d ago
Switzerland's Competition Commission has launched a probe into Google after the Android search engine choice screen disappeared for Swiss users. This feature, which allows users to select their default search engine, remains active in other European regions.
The Next Web (TNW) · 67d ago
A coalition of twelve states has filed a lawsuit to block the $110 billion Paramount-Warner Discovery merger. This legal challenge follows the US Department of Justice's recent approval of the deal without conditions.
The Next Web (TNW) · 68d ago
A federal judge has denied the Federal Trade Commission's request to label the proposed rentals partnership between Zillow and Redfin as 'presumptively unlawful.' The case will proceed to trial next month to determine the competitive impact of the deal.
GeekWire · 72d ago
The Italian antitrust authority has launched an investigation into Microsoft regarding potential unfair commercial practices related to Microsoft 365 subscription price hikes. This move signals increasing regulatory scrutiny over the pricing strategies of major cloud service providers.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 85d ago
Trip.com Group reported a 17% revenue increase for Q1 2026, though net profit declined by 41.57%. The company faces ongoing antitrust investigations by Chinese regulators.
IT之家 · 87d ago
Disney has agreed to a $50 million settlement regarding allegations that it artificially inflated streaming prices by bundling ESPN. The lawsuit claimed this practice harmed consumers in the live-TV streaming market.
Ars Technica · 87d ago
A group of 48 Chinese iOS developers has filed an antitrust complaint with China’s market regulator regarding Apple's commission fees. They allege that Apple failed to honor promises regarding the lowest commission rates for the Chinese market.
SCMP Technology · 88d ago
Apple faces a massive class-action lawsuit in the UK regarding its iCloud storage practices. The court has granted the case a green light, potentially impacting millions of users.
BBC Technology · 89d ago
Meta's Threads platform has officially resumed operations in Türkiye following a resolution with the Turkish Competition Authority. The relaunch includes new product features tailored for the region.
Meta Newsroom · 94d ago
After a $400 million acquisition and a lengthy antitrust battle with the FTC, Meta is divesting the VR fitness app Supernatural. The studio behind the app will regain control of the product.
The Next Web (TNW) · 108d ago
More than 30 U.S. states have formally requested that a federal judge order the breakup of Live Nation-Ticketmaster.
The Verge · 121d ago
Democrats held an unofficial hearing to criticize the DOJ's settlement with Live Nation-Ticketmaster. The session serves as a preview of potential legislative actions if Democrats regain congressional power.
The Verge · 123d ago
An Indian court has rejected Apple's request to pause an antitrust investigation regarding its App Store practices. The company is now required to fully cooperate with investigators while it challenges the underlying legal penalties.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 124d ago
A federal judge denied Alphabet's request to pause a DOJ remedy order. The order mandates Google share underlying search data with rivals during its appeal of an illegal search monopoly ruling.
Bloomberg Technology · 135d ago
Google has filed proposals with the European Commission to change news-search ranking practices, aiming to settle an investigation into demoting publishers' pages with third-party ads. This seeks to prevent fines up to 10% of Alphabet's global revenue.
The Next Web (TNW) · 136d ago
The US Supreme Court refused Apple's emergency stay application in the Epic Games antitrust case, upholding the contempt order. Justice Elena Kagan denied referral to the full bench.
The Next Web (TNW) · 136d ago
US Supreme Court rejected Apple's emergency bid to pause a civil contempt ruling in Epic Games' antitrust lawsuit. The ruling stems from Apple's violation of court orders in the Fortnite dispute.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 136d ago
US DOJ official urges 'cautious humility' in antitrust reviews of media mergers. Rapid AI and streaming changes are reshaping the industry.
Bloomberg Technology · 152d ago
India's Competition Commission (CCI) will hold a final antitrust hearing against Apple on May 21 due to non-submission of financial data. The case accuses Apple of abusing its App Store dominance by forcing developers to use its in-app purchase system.
Engadget · 152d ago
Alphabet's Google faces billions in potential damage claims via mass arbitration over its search and advertising tech. Courts ruled these businesses illegal monopolies.
Bloomberg Technology · 159d ago
Explores how leaders like DJI suppress rivals like Insta360 via supply chain 'pick one', overbroad non-competes, capital blockades, and price wars. Draws parallels to past Alibaba e-commerce tactics now ruled illegal.
虎嗅 · 173d ago
Beijing regulators approxed Ctrip for using its AI 'Price Adjustment Assistant' to force hotels into lowest-price guarantees via auto-matching and pressure tactics. The tool, part of AI Business Assistant, was disabled amid antitrust probe after boosting Ctrip's 56% market dominance.
虎嗅 · 179d ago
Hewlett Packard Enterprise struggled to attract buyers for assets required to be divested for its Juniper Networks acquisition. Court records show bids as low as $1 to $15 million from investors and tech firms.
Bloomberg Technology · 180d ago
Democratic state attorneys general are contesting the Justice Department's approval of Hewlett Packard Enterprise's $14 billion deal. They argue the settlement was ineffective and corrupt.
New York Times Technology · 180d ago