antitrust
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United Airlines Reportedly Proposed Merger with Delta
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly approached Delta Air Lines for a merger last year, but the talks ended after preliminary due diligence.
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France’s Antitrust Watchdog Warns of AI Agent Market Concentration
France’s competition authority warns that OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic dominate 84% of the AI agent market, risking digital lock-in and reduced competition.
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South Korea Launches Antitrust Raids on Global Chipmakers Over Price-Fixing Allegations
Seoul prosecutors raided offices of Montage Technology, Renesas, and Rambus amid allegations of a global conspiracy to fix memory interface chip prices.
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Sony Faces Antitrust Scrutiny Over PlayStation Store Pricing and Digital Shift
Sony faces antitrust scrutiny as digital game prices remain 47% higher than physical copies, fueling fears of a monopoly as the firm shifts toward 2028.
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Apple Loses EU Court Battle Over Digital Markets Act Gatekeeper Status
The EU General Court has upheld Apple’s designation as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act, rejecting the company’s challenge to regulate its App Store and iOS.
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Media Giants Clash as WBD Merger Faces Regulatory Headwinds
As Warner Bros. Discovery pursues a merger with Paramount, industry pushback and potential antitrust scrutiny highlight the fragility of media pluralism.
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Apple Leadership Shifts as Markets Weigh Antitrust Risks
Apple CEO Tim Cook announces his transition to Executive Chairman as John Ternus takes the helm, amid significant regulatory hurdles in India.
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Live Nation DOJ Settlement Faces State Legal Pushback
A proposed Justice Department settlement with Live Nation has drawn sharp criticism from state attorneys general and consumers, who argue the terms fail to address systemic ticketing market issues.
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Google Reduces Android App Store Fees in Epic Games Settlement
Google has agreed to lower commissions on Android app subscriptions and e-commerce to 10%-20% following its antitrust settlement with Epic Games.
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DOJ Probes Netflix-WBD Merger Over Antitrust Concerns
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an antitrust probe into Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery assets, citing potential monopoly concerns. This scrutiny could significantly delay the deal.
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James Cameron Warns Netflix-WBD Deal Is “Disastrous” for Cinema
James Cameron sent a letter to Senator Mike Lee, warning Netflix’s proposed Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition would be “disastrous” for cinema. It highlights fears of job losses and cultural decline.
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UK Tribunal Advances $900M Lawsuit Against Valve’s Steam Over Monopoly Claims
A UK competition tribunal has given the green light for a collective action lawsuit worth approximately $900 million to proceed against Valve Corporation, alleging the company abuses its dominant position with its Steam digital storefront.
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Google Appeals US Search Monopoly Ruling, Challenges Data Sharing Orders Amid AI Scrutiny
Google has formally appealed a US federal judge’s August 2024 ruling that found the company guilty of illegally monopolizing the internet search market. The tech giant is seeking to pause court-ordered remedies, particularly the requirement to share raw search interaction…
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NASCAR’s Antitrust Settlement: Permanent Charters Mark a New Era for Teams and Fans
After a landmark antitrust lawsuit led by Michael Jordan and other team owners, NASCAR has agreed to grant permanent charters to all Cup Series teams, reshaping the sport’s power dynamics and promising long-term stability for teams and fans.
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Google CEO Pichai Testifies on Potential Apple AI Deal Amid Antitrust Trial
Google CEO Sundar Pichai revealed plans for a potential AI partnership with Apple during his testimony in an ongoing antitrust trial in Washington.