US Drops AI Investment Proposal Against Google In the realm of technology and innovation, the battle for dominance is a never-ending saga. Recently, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has been embroiled in an antitrust case against tech giant Google, specifically honing in on its alleged monopoly within the realm of online search. However, […]
US takes aim at Google’s web browser amid legal fight
US Department of Justice Softens Stance on AI Investments but Stays Firm on Google Chrome’s Divestment In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and antitrust regulations, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has recently made headlines with its dual approach towards Google. While the DOJ has shown signs of softening its stance on artificial intelligence […]
Fast-delivery firms face antitrust scrutiny in India
Fast-Delivery Firms Under the Antitrust Radar in India In a competitive market like India’s fast-delivery sector, major players such as Zomato, Swiggy, and Zepto have been serving customers with convenience and efficiency. However, their success has not come without scrutiny. Recently, these firms have found themselves in hot water as they face an antitrust probe […]
Google warns breakup plans could harm economy and security
Google Executives Argue Against Breakup Plans, Citing Potential Harm to Economy and Security In recent times, the tech giant Google has found itself under increasing scrutiny regarding its dominance in the digital sphere. With calls for antitrust actions growing louder, proposed remedies including breaking up the company have been suggested. However, Google executives are vehemently […]
Nvidia takes legal action against EU antitrust investigation
Nvidia Challenges EU Antitrust Probe, Impacting Future Merger Reviews Nvidia, a leading technology company, has recently taken a bold step by filing a lawsuit against the European Union’s antitrust investigation. This legal action, while not impacting the approval process of Nvidia’s acquisition deal, could have far-reaching implications for the European Commission’s ability to scrutinize smaller […]
EU court sides with Italy in Google antitrust case
EU Court Backs Italy in Landmark Google Antitrust Case In a groundbreaking decision, the European Union court has sided with Italy in a pivotal antitrust case against tech behemoth Google. This ruling marks a significant victory for fair competition and platform interoperability, setting a precedent for future regulations and enforcement actions within the digital landscape. […]
US lawmakers criticise EU’s Digital Markets Act
US Lawmakers Jim Jordan and Scott Fitzgerald Criticize EU’s Digital Markets Act Two prominent US lawmakers, Jim Jordan and Scott Fitzgerald, have raised concerns and criticized the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, particularly its impact on Big Tech companies. The Digital Markets Act is a legislative proposal aimed at regulating digital platforms and ensuring fair […]
Meta opens Facebook Marketplace to rivals after EU antitrust fine
Meta Takes a Step Towards Fair Competition by Opening Facebook Marketplace to Rivals In a move towards fostering fair competition, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has decided to open up its Facebook Marketplace to rivals. This decision comes in the wake of an antitrust fine imposed by the European Union on Meta, prompting the […]
FTC names new technology chief as leadership shifts
FTC Names New Technology Chief as Leadership Shifts Big Tech regulation faces uncertainty as new FTC leadership takes over. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently undergone a significant change in leadership with the appointment of a new technology chief. This shift comes at a crucial time when the regulation of Big Tech companies is […]
UK competition regulator welcomes Doug Gurr
UK Competition Regulator Welcomes Doug Gurr: A New Era of Leadership Amid Tech Sector Scrutiny The UK competition regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), recently welcomed Doug Gurr as its new leader amidst growing scrutiny of the tech sector in the country. Gurr, who previously served as the UK Country Manager for Amazon, brings […]