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 […]
UK launches investigation into Apple and Google dominance
UK Launches Investigation into Apple and Google Dominance The United Kingdom has recently announced a probe into the dominant positions held by tech giants Apple and Google in the realm of mobile platforms. This move comes as part of a broader effort to examine the influence and control exerted by Big Tech companies over key […]
Meta faces new scrutiny over EU law compliance
Meta Faces New Scrutiny Over EU Law Compliance Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is once again in the spotlight as it faces mounting criticism over its ad-free subscription service in Europe. The social media giant, already under fire for various privacy and antitrust concerns, is now under scrutiny for its compliance with EU laws regarding […]
Big tech CEOs set to attend Trump inauguration
Big Tech CEOs Confirm Attendance at Trump’s Inauguration: A New Era in Silicon Valley-Government Relations? The upcoming presidential inauguration is always a significant event on the political calendar, but this year, it seems to be drawing even more attention than usual. One key point of interest is the confirmed attendance of several prominent Big Tech […]
Apple’s new app fees face EU antitrust scrutiny
Apple’s New App Fees Face EU Antitrust Scrutiny Apple, the tech giant known for its innovative products and services, is once again in the spotlight. This time, the European Union regulators have turned their attention to Apple’s app fees, raising concerns about potential antitrust issues. The EU is investigating whether Apple’s fees could be forcing […]