antitrust
Court Rejects Breakup of Google’s Advertising Business
Google keeps the machinery, though the judge has ordered a few doors opened for everyone else.
Ad Titans Promise to End Censorship Bias to Gain Power
The merger only got the green light once the industry’s worst-kept secret was dragged into daylight and gutted by federal decree.
Apple Reinstates Fortnite Amid Antitrust Pressure, Settles Dispute With Epic Games
Apple blinked before the gavel fell, but the game is back and the rules are changing.
Rumble Taps Veteran Antitrust Lawyer in Lawsuit Against Google’s Monopoly Power
Boies returns to the antitrust stage where he once helped dismantle Microsoft’s monopoly brick by brick.
Disney Is Pushed to Commit to Free Speech Amid Concerns Over Past Ties to Censorship-Driven Ad Cartels
Disney faces growing pressure to prove its apolitical stance with clear policies amid concerns over past censorship ties.
Trump’s FTC Shake-Up: Andrew Ferguson to Take the Helm With a Free Speech Agenda
Ferguson’s appointment could redefine the FTC’s approach to antitrust laws with a sharp focus on free speech and innovation.
LinkedIn Co-Founder Reid Hoffman Donates Millions to Harris, Wants Her to Fire Anti-Big Tech FTC Chair Lina Khan
Tech mogul’s support could hinge on removing antitrust chief Lina Khan amidst Big Tech crackdown.
Google Pays to Sidestep a Jury in Major Antitrust Trial
The decision could benefit Google by sidestepping a jury’s potentially diverse perspective on complex antitrust issues.
Apple Plans Support for RCS Messaging Standard for iMessage as Antirust Scrutiny Grows
Apple is loosening its grip.
UK MP Who Pressured Rumble to Demonetize Russell Brand Received Donation in Kind From Google
The MP also cited Google-owned YouTube’s actions against Brand in her letter to Rumble.
Biden Targets Social Media Companies During State of the Union Address
Calls for regulation.