Google’s Advertising Empire Under Threat: DOJ Pushes for Sale of Key Ad Platforms Google, a tech giant that has dominated the online advertising landscape for years, is now facing a significant challenge from the Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ has recently filed a request for Google to sell off key advertising platforms, citing concerns […]
US antitrust trial sees Google defend Chrome and data control
CEO Sundar Pichai to Testify in Google’s Antitrust Defence In the realm of tech giants, Google stands at the pinnacle, wielding immense power and influence over the digital landscape. However, with great power comes great scrutiny, as evidenced by the recent antitrust trial that has put Google’s practices under the microscope. At the center of […]
DOJ adds to Google’s antitrust trial the AI-driven search monopoly
DOJ Calls for Breakup of Google’s AI-Driven Search Monopoly The Department of Justice (DOJ) has intensified its efforts to tackle Google’s dominance in the online search market by adding new dimensions to its ongoing antitrust trial. Prosecutors are now advocating for extensive measures to address what they perceive as an unfair advantage held by the […]
Another antitrust blow for Google as US judge declares ad tech monopoly illegal
Another Antitrust Blow for Google as US Judge Declares Ad Tech Monopoly Illegal In a landmark judgment, a U.S. judge on Thursday ruled that Alphabet’s Google built an illegal monopoly over online ads, providing a significant win for the long-standing antitrust cases against the tech giant. The ruling, which declared Google’s control over ad tech […]
FTC challenges Meta’s dominance in social media trial
FTC Challenges Meta’s Dominance in Social Media Trial In a groundbreaking move that could potentially reshape the landscape of social media, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken on Meta, the parent company of Facebook, in a high-stakes legal battle. The heart of the matter? The FTC argues that Meta’s acquisition of Instagram back in […]
Zuckerberg weighed spinning off Instagram in 2018 amid antitrust pressure, email shows
Zuckerberg Weighed Spinning off Instagram in 2018 Amid Antitrust Pressure, Email Shows Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg weighed spinning off Instagram in 2018 amid growing antitrust concerns against the tech giant. An email unearthed during investigations revealed that Zuckerberg contemplated the idea of separating Instagram from Facebook to alleviate mounting pressure from regulators and lawmakers over […]
Japan issues cease-and-desist order against Google over antitrust violations
Japan Issues Cease-and-Desist Order Against Google Over Antitrust Violations Japanese regulators on Tuesday issued a “cease and desist order” against Google for violation of antitrust laws. This bold move highlights the increasing scrutiny that tech giants are facing worldwide, as concerns about their market dominance and anti-competitive practices come to the forefront. The Japan Fair […]
Meta faces landmark antitrust trial
Meta faces landmark antitrust trial Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is currently in the spotlight as it faces a landmark antitrust trial. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has levied serious allegations against Meta, claiming that its takeover of Instagram and WhatsApp has led to the creation of a monopoly in the social media industry. On […]
Elon Musk lets out ‘public battle’ war cry as EU mulls imposing billion dollar fine on X
Elon Musk Rallies Support Against EU’s Potential Billion-Dollar Fine on X European Union regulators are preparing to levy what could be a billion-dollar penalty against X, prompting Elon Musk to take to social media with a rallying cry against what he deems an unjust attack on innovation and progress. The EU’s move comes at a […]
French watchdog fines Apple for abuse of app tracking tool
French Watchdog Fines Apple for Abuse of App Tracking Tool In a recent development, the French competition watchdog has levied a fine against tech giant Apple for its misuse of an app tracking tool. This decision comes on the heels of numerous complaints from online advertisers and publishers, who have accused Apple of leveraging its […]