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Meta Lawyers Try to Undercut Instagram Co-Founder’s Damaging Testimony

Tyson Foods, Others Settle Pork Price-Fixing Suit for $64 Million

NJ Sues RealPage, Landlords Over Rent Collusion

DOJ Probes Disney’s FuboTV Acquisition Over Antitrust Concerns

Former LG New Zealand Executives Plead Guilty Over Deleted Messages

Meta Faces Fresh Legal Challenge from French Media Giants Over Alleged Advertising Practices

Apple, Meta Hit with Fines Under EU’s New Digital Markets Act

Boeing to Sell Key Digital Aviation Units to Thoma Bravo in $10.55 Billion Deal

Claus-Dieter Ehlermann, Key Figure in EU Antitrust Policy, Dies at 94

Instagram Co-Founder Claims Zuckerberg Starved It of Resources After Acquisition

Binance Advises Governments on Crypto Rules and Digital Asset Reserves

OpenAI Eyes Chrome If DOJ Forces Google to Sell Browser, Exec Testifies

Google’s Gemini AI Preinstallation Deal with Samsung Sparks Antitrust Concerns

Trump Considers Linking US Drug Prices to Global Benchmarks

Google Settles Antitrust Case in India Over Smart TV App Bundling

Perplexity AI to Testify in DOJ’s Antitrust Case Against Google, Opposes Chrome Breakup

UAE Eyes Future of Governance with AI as Co-Legislator

Rewriting the Rulebook: EU Biotech Regulations Under Review

9th Circuit Revives Privacy Lawsuit Against Shopify Over Data Tracking

DOJ Warns Google Could Use AI Tools to Extend Search Monopoly As Antitrust Remedies Trial Begins

Uber Faces Regulatory Heat as FTC Targets Subscription Practices

Supreme Court Declines to Hear CSX Antitrust Case Against Norfolk Southern

Proposed Antitrust Law Could Cost NY Billions, Says Business Council

India’s Antitrust Watchdog Clears Google Settlement in Android TV Case

Former DOJ Antitrust Leader Joins BakerHostetler as Partner in Washington Office

EU Asserts Firm Stand on Tech Oversight Amid Scrutiny from US

Turkish Antitrust Authority Approves Tofaş Takeover of Stellantis Distribution Unit

Ohio Sues United Wholesale Mortgage Over Alleged Broker Collusion

Italy Reconsiders Digital Services Tax as US Tech Pressure Mounts

Japan’s Antitrust Regulator to Warn Top Tokyo Hotels Over Pricing Information Sharing

Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Bipartisan Bills to Address Drug Pricing and Competition

Court Pauses 18-State Lawsuit Against SEC Over Crypto Trading Rules Ahead of Possible Settlement

Federal Reserve Greenlights Capital One’s $35.3 Billion Acquisition of Discover

Google to Appeal Partial Ruling in DOJ Antitrust Case

Indian Ad Agencies Warned Against WhatsApp Discussions After Antitrust Raids

US Court Ruling Against Google Spurs Fresh Antitrust Tensions in Europe

AstraZeneca Accused of Stifling Biosimilar Competition for Rare Disease Drug

EU AI Act Technical Standards Delayed Until Next Year

Justice Department Appoints New Trustee to Oversee T-Mobile/Sprint Deal

Australia Fines Clorox A$8.25 Million Over Misleading Recycled Plastic Claims

Federal Judge Rules Google Illegally Monopolized Key Online Advertising Markets

NYC Bus Tour Giants Caught in Collusion Scheme, Settle for $2.5M

House Panel Flags DeepSeek as Threat, Eyes Nvidia Sales

OpenAI in Advanced Talks to Acquire AI Coding Tool Windsurf for $3 Billion

On the Stand For Third Day, Zuckerberg Calls TikTok ‘Highest Competition Threat’ to Meta

FTC Rejected Meta’s $450M Settlement Offer Weeks Before Antitrust Trial Began

Lyft Enters European Market with Purchase of Freenow from BMW, Mercedes

Google Faces £5 Billion Class Action in UK Over Alleged Online Search Monopoly

California Declines to Back Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Against OpenAI

SEC Chairman Floats Temporary Regulatory Relief For Crypto Exchanges

Las Vegas Business Owner Convicted in Nurse Wage-Fixing Suit

Zuckerberg Weighed Spinning Off Instagram Amid Antitrust Concerns, Trial Reveals

German Publisher Files EU Antitrust Complaint Over Google’s Search Policy

Italy’s Economy Minister Flags US Stablecoin Policy as Bigger Threat Than Tariffs

Japan Orders Google to Halt Preinstalled Search Engine Practices on Android Devices

Berlin Opposes EU Move to Tax US Big Tech as Trade Tensions Rise

NASCAR Urges Appeals Court to Overturn Injunctions in Ongoing Charter Dispute

Trump-Backed FTC Initiative Targets Regulatory Barriers to Market Entry

Mark Zuckerberg Defends Meta in FTC Antitrust Trial Over Instagram and WhatsApp

Live Nation and Ticketmaster Must Face Antitrust Claims, Judge Rules

Canadian Antitrust Watchdog Probes Express Scripts’ Business Practices

Australian Competition Watchdog Greenlights Qube’s Terminal Acquisition

Republican Lawmakers Urge Reversal of Biden’s AI Export Controls

Sandoz Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Amgen Over Enbrel Market Practices

FTC Reconsiders Boardroom Bans Tied to Exxon, Chevron Oil Mergers

Twelve Former Employees Back Musk in Court Fight Over OpenAI’s Structure

Meta Adds High-Profile Talent to Board as Washington Influence Grows

China Launches Antitrust Probe Into DuPont

Meta Faces Major Antitrust Trial as FTC Challenges Its Social Media Empire

Yoon & Yang Strengthens Antitrust Practice with Former KFTC Deputy Director

Ireland Launches Probe into X Over AI Data Practices in the EU

Canada Probes Express Scripts Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Conduct

New York Attorney General Urges Federal Cryptocurrency Regulation

Procter & Gamble Under EU Antitrust Scrutiny Alongside Coca-Cola Bottlers

Judge Allows Burger King Employee Antitrust Case to Proceed

Jazz Pharmaceuticals Reaches $145M Antitrust Deal

Athletics Leaders Call for Congressional Help on Antitrust and NIL Rules

GOP Investigates Ivy League Over Alleged Financial Manipulation

Meta Gets Scorched in Congress Days Before Major Antitrust Trial Set to Open

Potential Prada-Versace Acquisition Faces Uncertainty Amid Market Volatility

EU to Proceed with Tech Fines Despite US Tariff Pause

Prada Set to Acquire Versace for €1.25 Billion

EU Sets Out Plan to Close the AI Gap with US and China

Federal Judge Dismisses Antitrust Suit Against Bristol Myers Over Pomalyst Patents

Jazz Pharmaceuticals Reaches $145 Million Settlement Over Alleged Efforts to Block Generic Xyrem

China Reaffirms Legal Conditions for TikTok Deal Amid US Deadline Extension

Google Agrees to Competition Reforms in Automotive and Mapping Services

Antitrust Showdown: Meta Trial Proceeds Despite Trump-Zuckerberg Ties

US Lawmakers Push to End Data Sharing Agreement with UK Over Encryption Backdoor Concerns

U.S. Trade Representative Faces Grilling From Senators on Tariffs

Italian Watchdog Fines Firms Over Colosseum Ticket Scheme

European Aerospace Giants Eye Joint Satellite Venture, Set to Meet EU Antitrust Chief

DOJ Dismantles Crypto Enforcement Unit, Refocuses on Criminal Use of Digital Assets

Senators Press Microsoft and Google Over AI Cloud Alliances Amid Antitrust Concerns

Google Reverses Gag Order on Antitrust Case After Union Settlement

EU Nears Ruling on Apple and Meta Over Alleged Tech Rule Breaches

Trump Orders Fresh Review of Nippon Steel’s $14 Billion Bid for US Steel

Bill Targeting Rent Hikes and Discrimination Clears Judiciary Committee

Former Villanova Star Files Lawsuit Challenging NCAA NIL Rules

Spirit Airlines CEO Steps Down After Failed JetBlue Merger and Bankruptcy Exit

AI and Media Companies Find Rare Agreement on TDM Opt-Outs

Apple Challenges UK Government’s Push to Weaken Cloud Encryption

Trump’s Regulatory Picks for SEC, Banking Oversight Advance in Senate

U.K. Government Offers Concessions on Data Bill, But Can’t Quell Opposition

Antitrust Suit Claims Rental Companies Conspired to Inflate Construction Equipment Prices

TikTok’s US Spin-Off Deal Stalled as China Responds to Trump’s Tariffs

NFL Names New Top Lawyer as Antitrust Challenges Mount

Copyright Lawsuits Against OpenAI and Microsoft Consolidated in New York

Safran Secures EU Approval for $1.8 Billion Collins Aerospace Deal

UK Considers Safran’s Fixes for Collins Takeover

Federal Appeals Court Temporarily Halts Ruling in Consumer Bureau Battle

Capital One-Discover $35 Billion Merger Moves Forward After DOJ Decision

RealPage Sues Berkeley Over Ban on Rental Pricing Software

Olivia Trusty’s FCC Nomination Set for Senate Hearing Next Week

Amazon Challenges France’s Book Delivery Fee at EU Court

Lenovo and Ericsson Reach Global Patent Settlement, Ending Legal Disputes

Italy’s AGCM Ends Probe Into Otis After $1.45 Million Customer Refund Commitment

Baker Botts Enhances Antitrust Practice with New Co-Chair Appointment

DOJ Antitrust Chief Wary of Looser Rules for AI

Zuckerberg Pushes for Settlement Ahead of Antitrust Trial

EU’s Teresa Ribera Looks to Thread the Trans-Atlantic Needle on the DMA

Safran Poised to Secure EU Antitrust Approval for Collins Aerospace Deal

Siemens to Acquire Dotmatics in $5.1 Billion Deal to Strengthen AI-Powered Life Sciences Portfolio

OnlyFans Founder Joins TikTok Bidding War

FTC Halts Lawsuit Against Major PBMs Amid Internal Shake-Up

Amazon Makes Bid for TikTok, But White House Remains Unmoved

Democratic Lawmakers Urge SEC to Preserve Records on Trump Crypto Venture

EU Antitrust Chief Visits Washington Amid Rising Tensions Over Big Tech Regulation

A Drop in the Bucket: EU Charges Big Tech Just €58M Under DSA

NexArc Strategies Launches to Provide Antitrust and Regulatory Analysis

Ex-Senator Sinema to Advise on Regulatory Issues at Hogan Lovells

EU Commission Fines Car Manufacturers €458 Million for Recycling Cartel

China’s State-Owned Automakers in Advanced Merger Talks

House Committee Probes Proxy Advisory Giants Over Antitrust Concerns

South Dakota’s Lawsuit Against NCAA to Proceed in State Court

Brussels Softens DMA Penalties for Apple and Meta Amid US Concerns

Wilson Sonsini Expands Antitrust Practice with Addition of Prominent Attorneys

Nokia and Amazon Resolve Global Patent Dispute Over Streaming Technologies

Mortgage Giants to Merge in $9.4 Billion All-Stock Deal

Apple Fined €150 Million by French Antitrust Watchdog Over Privacy Feature

Baker McKenzie Appoints New Global Chair for Antitrust & Competition Practice

Google Agrees to Pay $100 Million to Settle Long-Running Ad Dispute

Health System Accuses Blue Cross Blue Shield of Collusion in Federal Lawsuit

Germany Considers Potential Tech Targeting in Response to US Tariff Threats

Executive Pleads Guilty to Antitrust Violations in Wildfire Services Case

China Scrutinizes CK Hutchison’s $22.8 Billion Port Sale Plan

Trump Administration Weighs Cuts to Antitrust Division

Washington State Considers Ban on Rent Pricing Software Amid Federal Lawsuit

TikTok Shop Expands to France, Germany, and Italy Despite Uncertainty in the US Market

Tech Groups Urge SCOTUS to Reject ‘Monopoly Broth’ Theory in Antitrust Case Against Duke Energy

WhatsApp Secures EU Court Adviser’s Backing in Privacy Fine Dispute

UK Competition Regulator Flags Concerns Over SLB’s $8 Billion ChampionX Deal

Turkey Opens Investigation into Apple and Resellers Over Alleged Price Fixing

Democratic FTC Commissioners Sue Trump Administration Over Dismissal

Former CJEU Judge Nils Wahl Joins Covington’s Brussels Office

Appeals Court Rejects Apple’s Attempt to Join Google Antitrust Case

Dollar Tree to Sell Family Dollar for $1 Billion, Ending Struggling Merger

Meta Platforms Defends Use of Authors’ Works in AI Training in US Court

EU Pressed Meta to Address Antitrust Concerns Over Facebook Marketplace

UBS, Nomura, and UniCredit Fail to Overturn EU Antitrust Fines in Bond Trading Cartel Case

Coca-Cola Among Firms Targeted in EU Antitrust Raids

Qualcomm Challenges Arm’s Market Power in Antitrust Complaints Worldwide

Judge Partially Dismisses Investor Suit Against Google Over Ad Practices

UK Watchdog Scrutinizes Ticketmaster’s Dynamic Pricing Amid Oasis Ticket Controversy

Democratic Senators Urge White House to Seek Congressional Approval for TikTok Deadline Extension

Spain’s Antitrust Authority Probes Generali and Sanitas Over Competition Concerns

EU Lawmakers Warn Against Weakening AI Regulations

Seven & i Raises Concerns Over Antitrust Risks in $47 Billion Couche-Tard Deal

Kroger Counters Albertsons’ Lawsuit Over Failed Merger

EU Poised to Fine Meta Up to $1 Billion for Alleged Antitrust Violations: Report

DOJ Antitrust Division to Skip ABA Spring Events After Lawsuit Over Foreign Aid Payments

Lawmakers Urge European Commission to Accelerate Investment in AI Chip

O’Melveny Expands M&A Team with Veteran Tech Deal-Maker

Italian Competition Authority Probes Alleged Antitrust Violations in Rail Sector

BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street Seek Dismissal of Texas Antitrust Suit

Live Nation Denies Wrongdoing but Agrees to $20M Shareholder Settlement

Italy’s Antitrust Regulator Investigates State Railway Operators for Market Abuse

Democrats Urge Trump to Reinstate Ousted FTC Commissioners

White House-Led Talks Focus on U.S. Investor Takeover of TikTok

Oregon Lawmakers Target Algorithmic Price-Fixing in Rental Market

New Merger Disclosure Rules Double Review Time, Complicate Deal Process

UK Regulator Fines Sports Broadcasters £4 Million for Colluding on Freelance Pay

Judge Denies Live Nation’s Motion to Dismiss Antitrust Lawsuit

Australia’s Major Supermarkets Face Scrutiny Over Profit Margins Amid Rising Prices

Fired FTC Commissioners Warn of Potential White House Influence Over Mergers

Dr. Matthew Backus Joins Compass Lexecon as an Affiliate

UK to Boost Broadband Competition While Capping Openreach Charges, Says Ofcom

Singapore Competition Watchdog Yet to Receive Formal Notification on Grab-GoTo Merger

Crypto Exchange Kraken Buys NinjaTrader for $1.5 Billion

Airbnb Caught in Contradiction Over EU’s Digital Markets Act

Atkore Faces Shareholder Lawsuit Over Alleged Price-Fixing Scheme

US Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Denying Copyright for AI-Generated Art

Morrison Foerster Expands European Antitrust Practice

HSBC in Advanced Talks to Sell German Fund Unit to BlackFin Capital Partners

EU’s Antitrust War on Big Tech Heats Up as US Trade Disputes Grow

Indian Antitrust Authorities Conduct Raids on Global Advertising Firms in Price-Fixing Probe

Apple Ordered by EU to Open Ecosystem to Rivals, Faces Potential Fines

Trump Fires Two Democratic FTC Members, Raising Questions Over Regulatory Independence

Spain’s BBVA Remains Optimistic About Hostile Takeover of Sabadell

BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street Seek Dismissal of Texas Antitrust Lawsuit

EU to Boost Metal Sectors with Energy Relief and Safeguards

Players’ Association Sues Tennis Governing Bodies Over Alleged Antitrust Violations

Turkey Moves to Curb Big Tech’s Power with New Regulatory Bill

Oracle Weighs National Security Risks in TikTok’s US Operations Sale

Germany’s Highest Court Upholds Antitrust Ruling Against Apple

NCAA to End Controversial NIL Ban After Antitrust Lawsuit Settlement

House Judiciary Committee Examines Antitrust Issues in Medical Residency Market

Belgian Competition Authority Accuses Roche of Anticompetitive Practices in Cancer Drug Market

PepsiCo to Acquire Prebiotic Soda Brand Poppi for $1.95 Billion

Tech Companies Face Tightened Online Safety Rules in the UK, Starting Monday

UK Chancellor Set to Reform Merger Rules to Attract More Business Investment

O’Melveny Strengthens Brussels Office with Antitrust Partner Return

EU Tech Firms Advocate for Sovereign Infrastructure Fund to Boost Tech Independence

Trump Administration Seeks to Extend Deadlines in U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel Lawsuit

DOJ Antitrust Chief to Review Costly Consultants Amid Spending Cuts

DOJ Antitrust Chief Gail Slater Assembles Veteran Team for Key Cases

UK Demands Access to Apple’s Encrypted Cloud Data, Spark Legal and Privacy Battle

Turkey Probes Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Over Anti-Competitive Practices

Elon Musk and OpenAI Agree to Accelerate Trial Amidst Legal Battle Over AI’s For-Profit Shift

AI in Markets: A Double-Edged Sword for Competition, Says CCI Chief

Italy’s Antitrust Regulator Investigates Eni’s Plenitude Over Alleged Unfair Practices

Judge Rules Against Live Nation, Allowing DOJ’s Antitrust Case to Proceed

Belgian Authorities Detain Multiple Individuals Over Alleged Huawei Bribery in EU Parliament

Grubhub’s Antitrust Case to Proceed in Federal Court, Second Circuit Rules

Pharma Giants Mallinckrodt and Endo to Merge in Multi-Billion-Dollar Deal

FTC Targets Meta’s Market Power, Calls Zuckerberg to Testify

French Watchdog Approves Carrefour’s Expansion, Orders Store Sell-Off

Turkish Independent Media Outlets Face Closure Amid Google Algorithm Changes

FTC Moves Forward with Microsoft Antitrust Probe

Boies Schiller Flexner Expands in California

Compass Lexecon Welcomes Renowned Expert in Telecommunications and Antitrust

UK Competition Watchdog Opens Consultation on Merger Remedies

Volunteer Coaches Win Bid to Certify Class in Antitrust Lawsuit Against NCAA

UniCredit Seeks Green Light from German Regulators for Commerzbank Stake

French Publishing Groups Sue Meta Over Alleged AI Copyright Violations

UK’s Antitrust Watchdog Flags Concerns Over Mobile Browser Market

Senate Confirms Gail Slater to Lead DOJ Antitrust Division

Epic Games Accuses Apple of Undermining App Store Reforms in Legal Filing

Italy’s Antitrust Watchdog Clears Italgas-2i Rete Gas Deal with Remedies

Real Estate Giant Seeks Judge’s Recusal Over Campaign Donations in Antitrust Case

UK CMA Appoints New Executive Director and Senior Director to Strengthen Competition Enforcement

Spain Takes Bold Step in AI Regulation with New Bill on Deepfake Labeling

Loblaw and George Weston Settle $500M Bread Price-Fixing Lawsuit

Couche-Tard Eyes Seven & i Deal Despite Japanese Retailer’s Hesitation

Europe Says Digital Markets Act Encourages Innovation, Not Stifles It

Italy’s Synapsia Secures $2.5 Billion AI Deal with UAE’s Bold Technologies

New York AG Wins Antitrust Battle Against Intermountain Management Over Ski Market Competition

Rocket Cos. to Acquire Redfin in $1.75 Billion All-Stock Deal

EU Conducts Dawn Raids on Non-Alcoholic Drink Giants Over Competition Concern

NY Attorney General Takes Legal Action Against Allstate for Cybersecurity Failures

Britain’s Antitrust Regulator Sets Clearer Path for Big Tech Oversight

Fortnite Returns to iPhones in Brazil Following Antitrust Ruling Against Apple

Renowned Economist Luís Cabral Joins Compass Lexecon

Report Urges Crackdown on Ticketing Practices in Live Music Sector in Australia

Trump Administration Mulls Ban on Chinese AI Chatbot DeepSeek Amid National Security Concerns

Canada Tightens Foreign Investment Rules in Response to Global Trade Shifts

Delaware Judge Considers Class Action Lawsuit Over Paramount Sale to Skydance Media

Telecom Leaders Urge EU to Relax Merger Rules as Global Markets Drive Growth

Amazon and FTC Face Off in Seattle Court Over Monopoly Allegations

DOJ Investigates Potential Egg Price Fixing Amid Soaring Costs

DOJ Drops Google AI Divestment Plan but Pushes Forward in Antitrust Battle

Paul Hastings Strengthens Antitrust Team with Top LA Lawyer

CFPB Allows Some Operations to Resume Amid Legal Challenge

NASCAR Accuses Michael Jordan’s Race Team of Illegal Cartel in Legal Battle

Healthcare Providers Sue BCBS Insurers Over Alleged Collusion

Indian Distributors File Antitrust Case Against Quick-Delivery Giants

EU Lawmakers Send Letter Rejecting Claims of Bias in Digital Rules

UK Regulator to Reassess Spreadex’s Acquisition of Sporting Index Division

Major Insurance Brokerage Deal Sealed for $1.2 Billion

White & Case Strengthens Antitrust Practice with Addition of Rahul Rao

Nigerian Watchdog Sues MultiChoice Nigeria Over Price Hike

Judge Rejects Musk’s Bid to Halt OpenAI’s For-Profit Shift

Illinois Lawmakers Target Rent Algorithm Use Amid Soaring Prices

Trump Wants CHIPS Act Gone, Suggests Using Funds to Cut US Debt

UK Watchdog Ends Probe into Microsoft-OpenAI Partnership

NASCAR Hits Back in Legal Battle Over Team Charters with Counterclaim

South Korea Fines Dunlop Sports Korea for Price Manipulation in Golf Club Sales

Dr. Mary T. Coleman Named Head of Compass Lexecon’s US Antitrust Practice

Google Urges DOJ to Scale Back Antitrust Breakup Plan, Citing National Security Risks

BRG Strengthens Antitrust and Competition Team with DC Hire

CCI Dismisses Antitrust Complaint Against Microsoft Over Windows Defender

South Africa Probes Novo Nordisk and Sanofi Over Insulin Pen Market Practices

Ninth Circuit Upholds Ruling Against REX in Zillow Antitrust Case

UK Lawmaker Introduces AI Regulation Bill in House of Lords

Tech Giants Challenge Australia’s Social Media Ban Exemption for YouTube

Antitrust Staff Among Those Laid Off in FTC Workforce Reduction

EU and US Dialogue on Digital Laws: A Meeting of Minds or Tensions?

$60 Billion Merger Creates Global Polyolefins Powerhouse

Philippines House Panel Urges Swift Action Against Rice Price Manipulation

American Airlines Appeals to SCOTUS Over Blocked JetBlue Alliance

Apple Wins Dismissal of iCloud Antitrust Lawsuit, but Plaintiffs May Refile

US FCC Chief Warns EU’s Content Law Clashes with American Free Speech

Sutter Health Settles Monopoly Pricing Suit Ahead of Trial

Spanish Regulators to Decide Fate of BBVA’s 12.28 Billion Euro Sabadell Bid

Reddit Co-Founder Joins Bid to Acquire TikTok’s US Operations

Davis Polk Expands Antitrust Practice in NYC

Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Potential Musk Influence on FAA Telecom Contract

Prada in Talks to Acquire Versace in a Potential €1.5 Billion Deal

NAR Names New General Counsel Amid Antitrust Battle

French Regulators Investigate Apple’s App Tracking Transparency for Antitrust Violations

Canada Launches Investigation into X’s Use of Personal Data for AI Training

US Judge Blocks Settlement in Align Technology Antitrust Lawsuit

EU Launches Public Consultation on Automotive Competition Rules

Trump Criticizes UK Demand for Apple User Data, Calls It “Something You Hear About With China”

FTC Seeks Delay in PBM Case Over Alleged Insulin Price Gouging

7-Eleven Owner Faces Uncertain Future as Founding Family Fails to Secure Buyout Financing

Australian Watchdog Clears Qatar Airways’ Investment in Virgin Australia

House Judiciary Committee Subpoenas Tech Giants Over Foreign Censorship Concerns

Senate Panel Advances Trump’s Justice Department Nominees

UK Antitrust Regulator Signals Potential Shift in Global Merger Oversight

EU Commission Drops Interim Measures Against Lufthansa Amid Antitrust Probe

Apple Faces Potential Antitrust Fine as French Regulator Prepares Ruling

Elon Musk Backs Bill to Consolidate Antitrust Enforcement Under DOJ

Judge Dismisses Price-Fixing Lawsuits Against Major Tire Makers

UniCredit Seeks German Antitrust Approval for Commerzbank Stake

Brazilian Court Overturns Antitrust Regulator’s Order Against Itaú Unibanco

Qualcomm Wins Ninth Circuit Appeal in California Antitrust Case

EU Commission Approves Nokia’s $2.3 Billion Acquisition of Infinera

China’s Market Regulator Holds Symposium on Fair Competition with Major Companies

Spotify CEO Criticizes Apple’s EU Compliance, Calls for Regulatory Action

Trump-Appointed FTC Chair Launches Task Force on Labor Market Competition

Entri Drops Antitrust Lawsuit Against GoDaddy After Joint Dismissal

US Judge Allows Price-Fixing Lawsuits Against Fragrance Giants to Proceed

Italy Seeks 12.5 Million Euros from Elon Musk’s X in Tax Probe

EU Court Rules Google’s Actions Against Enel App Were an Abuse of Market Power

Nippon Steel Plans to Restart Talks with US Government on $14.9B US Steel Acquisition

Telefónica Exits Argentina with $1.25B Sale to Telecom, Prompting Oversight

Chegg Sues Google Over AI-Generated Search Results, Citing Revenue Loss

China’s Government Fuels DeepSeek’s Rise as Global AI Regulations Tighten

Experienced Antitrust Litigator Returns to Latham & Watkins

Israeli Executives Charged with Price Fixing in Supermarket Cartel

South Africa’s Competition Commission Targets Tech Giants Over Antitrust Concerns

Prosus Strengthens EU Presence with $4.3 Billion Just Eat Deal

Bird CEO: EU Regulations Hinder Innovation, Prompting Move Abroad

Nvidia Sues EU Regulators Over Scrutiny of Run:ai Acquisition

EU Pauses Antitrust Review of Liberty Media’s $3.7 Billion Acquisition of Dorna Sports

UK’s Tesco Sues Norwegian Salmon Producers Over Alleged Price Fixing

Law Firm Withdraws Bid to Block Challenges to Blue Cross Blue Shield Settlement

EU’s Digital Markets Act Under Fire from US Lawmakers

Elizabeth Warren Urges DOJ to Scrutinize Disney-Fubo Deal Over Antitrust Concerns

California Lawmakers Propose Tougher Penalties for Antitrust Violations

Apple Pushes Back Against UK Regulator’s Proposed Browser Market Remedies

FTC Seeks Public Input on Alleged Censoring by Big Tech

Aviv Nevo Rejoins Cornerstone Research as Expert in Antitrust and Competition Policy

Sen. Elizabeth Warren Calls for DOJ Scrutiny of Disney-Fubo Deal Over Antitrust Concerns

EU Approves €920 Million German State Aid for Infineon Semiconductor Plant

Epic vs. Apple: Executives to Testify in Ongoing Antitrust Battle

UK Authority Probes Safran-Collins Aerospace Deal

Mastercard’s Settlement Faces Backlash in Landmark UK Class Action Case

Economic Consulting Veteran Launches Firm Focused on M&A Antitrust

WhatsApp Faces EU Oversight After Surpassing DSA User Threshold

EU Regulators Probe Safran’s $1.8 Billion Collins Aerospace Deal

Trump’s Latest Order Seeks Greater Control Over Federal Regulators

Germany’s Competition Watchdog Urges Tighter Controls on Oil Prices

Equifax Must Face Suit Over Alleged Market Monopolization

Public Interest Groups Push for Rehearing on FCC Net Neutrality Case

Australian Regulator Backs Virgin Australia-Qatar Airways Alliance

EU Scales Back AI Regulations to Compete with US in Global Tech Race

Democratic Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Musk’s Task Force and Taxpayer Data Security

UK’s CMA Provisionally Approves Poultry Feed Merger

EU Competition Chief Slams Trump’s Disruptive Trade Policies

Honda Open to Reviving Merger Talks with Nissan — But Only Under New Leadership

Amex GBT’s CWT Acquisition Advances as UK Regulator Finds No Issues

FTC Appoints Jake Denton as Chief Technology Officer

Japan’s Prime Minister Criticizes US Block on Nippon Steel-US Steel Deal

UAE Cabinet Announces New Merger Control Filing Thresholds Effective March 2025

UK Regulator Warns Topps Tiles Acquisition Could Hurt Competition

FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson Backs Trump’s Authority to Remove Commissioners

South Korea Suspends Downloads of Chinese AI App DeepSeek Over Data Privacy Concerns

South Korea’s Antitrust Watchdog Expands Probe Into Bank Collusion Allegations

Court Order Temporarily Halts U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Layoffs

Nokia Poised to Gain EU Approval for $2.3 Billion Infinera Acquisition

Turkey Fines Frito-Lay in Antitrust Crackdown

Russia Advances Bill to Strengthen Antitrust Enforcement Through AI

Intel Faces Potential Breakup as Broadcom and TSMC Explore Deals

FTC Chairman Announces New Policy Limiting Engagement with American Bar Association

Uber Sues DoorDash Over Delivery Market Control

UK Business Secretary Calls for More Agile Competition Regulator

Germany’s Antitrust Regulator Raises Concerns Over Apple’s App Tracking Policies

$60 Billion Nissan-Honda Merger Falls Apart

DOJ Moves to End Protections for Three Regulatory Agencies

Meta to Allow Rivals to List Ads on Facebook Marketplace Following EU Fine

NASCAR Challenges Judge’s Ruling in Ongoing Antitrust Battle

OpenAI Board Denies Receiving Formal Bid from Elon Musk

Thomas Kauper, Former DOJ Antitrust Leader, Dies at 89

BlackRock’s Acquisition of Preqin Secures UK Regulatory Approval

NFL Sued Over Bluesky Ban by Fans Citing Antitrust Violations

Warburg Pincus Strikes $1 Billion Deal to Acquire Vermont Information Processing

EU Commission Drops Tech Patent, AI, and Privacy Regulations Amid Legislative Deadlock

DOJ Antitrust Nominee Grilled on Google, Apple Cases and Enforcement

Automakers Challenge Maine’s Right to Repair Law

Senators Urged to Expedite Gail Slater’s Confirmation as DOJ Antitrust Chief

Former Michigan Asphalt Executive Pleads Guilty in Bid-Rigging Scheme

Ballard Spahr Expands Litigation Team with Addition of Antitrust Attorney in Seattle

Portuguese Court Overturns €225 Million Fine for Banking Collusion Due to Statute of Limitations

Binance and SEC Request Stay in Crypto Lawsuit Amid New Regulatory Task Force

US and UK Decline to Endorse AI Summit Statement

Federal Judge Rules Against AI Legal Tool in Copyright Dispute

Elon Musk Leads $97.4 Billion Bid to Take Control of OpenAI

Nigerian Court Confirms Consumer Protection Commission’s Authority Over Telecom Sector

Microsoft Under French Antitrust Investigation Over Bing Practices

Hausfeld Grows Antitrust Litigation Team

Microsoft Seeks to Ease EU Antitrust Concerns With Office Pricing Adjustment

South Korea Flags Chinese AI App DeepSeek Over Data

French Prosecutors Open Investigation into X’s Algorithmic Bias

Meta Urges US Appeals Court to Uphold $725 Million Privacy Settlement

UnitedHealth Group Withdraws Motion to Dismiss Antitrust Challenge

Tech Firms Raise Alarm Over Ex-Amazon Exec Leading UK Competition Regulator

US Consumers File Lawsuit to Block Nippon Steel’s Acquisition of US Steel

UFC Reaches $375 Million Settlement in Antitrust Case

Brazilian Architecture Council Convicted of Antitrust Violations

Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Ban Chinese AI Software from US Government Devices

Senators Call for Investigation into RealPage Algorithm’s Impact on Military Housing Costs

ECB Seeks Faster Digital Euro Legislation Amid US Stablecoin Push

Merger with Honda in Doubt, Nissan Expands Partnership Search

Activist Groups File Lawsuit Against X in Germany

EU Regulators to Rule on AMD’s $4.9 Billion ZT Systems Buy Soon

Tech Titans and World Leaders Gather in Paris for AI Strategy Talks

Trump Administration Overhauls Justice Department Under Acting Deputy AG Emil Bove

Judge Signals Parts of Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Against OpenAI Could Go to Trial

Senator Mike Lee to Lead Antitrust Subcommittee

JBS USA Reaches $83.5 Million Settlement in Cattle Price-Fixing Case

DeepSeek Faces Global Scrutiny as Governments Ban AI Model Over Security Concerns

Vodafone CEO Praises UK Competition Authority for Modern Approach to Mergers

Apple Raises Concerns Over Pornography App on EU-Based AltStore PAL

Top AI and Tech Advisor Joins Paul Hastings as Partner

Brussels Advances AI Act Enforcement Despite US Pressure

Grab and GoTo Engage in Advanced Merger Talks to Tackle Persistent Losses

Elon Musk’s X Sues Additional Companies Over Alleged Advertising Boycott

Morrison Foerster Strengthens Global Antitrust Practice

Intel Faces Potential Antitrust Investigation in China

China Launches Probe Into Google Over Alleged Monopoly Violations

MLS and US Soccer Prevail in $500M NASL Antitrust Case

Attorneys Seek Major Payout in Blue Cross Antitrust Case

Athletes Challenge NCAA’s $2.8 Billion Settlement Over Compensation Restrictions

Epic and Google Clash Over App Store Monopoly Claims in Ongoing Legal Battle

National Farmers Union and Ranch Groups Secure $83.5 Million Settlement with JBS in Antitrust Case

Intel Secures $536 Million Payout After Challenging EU Antitrust Fine

Motorola Loses Final Appeal Over UK Emergency Network Price Cap

Federal Judge Approves Tempur Sealy’s $4B Acquisition of Mattress Firm Despite FTC Objections

President Trump Fires CFPB Director Rohit Chopra

Trump Administration Signals Tough Stance on Mergers with Hewlett Packard Lawsuit

Intel Receives Over $536 Million in Default Interest from EU Antitrust Regulators

EU Antitrust Chief Defends Fines Against Tech Giants Amid Trump Criticism

Apple Files Emergency Motion to Protect Search Partnership with Google

Italy Blocks Chinese AI Model DeepSeek Over Data Privacy Concerns

Burner Account Mystery Adds Intrigue to NASL’s Case Against US Soccer

Brazil Poised to Update Antitrust Merger Reporting Thresholds

Uber and Lyft Face FTC Probe Over Alleged Collusion in NYC Pay Deal

Judge Certifies Class Action Suit Against Major Turkey Processors

US Justice Department Moves to Block HPE’s $14 Billion Juniper Acquisition

Ticketmaster Snubs UK Probe Into Dynamic Pricing

Controlling Even a Small Ecosystem, can give you Leverage in the tech industry

Federal Judge Clears Path for Texas-Led Antitrust Case Against Google

Kenya Airways Under Investigation for Alleged Consumer Rights Violations

Meta Files Complaint Against Apple with Brazil’s Antitrust Authority

HPE, Juniper in High-Stakes Talks with DOJ Over Antitrust Concerns

Intuitive Wins Antitrust Case Against Surgical Instrument Service Co

UK Regulator Reviews SLB’s Acquisition of ChampionX for Potential Competition Risks

Frontier Airlines Pushes for Second Attempt to Merge with Spirit Airlines

Italy’s Data Regulator Demands Clarification from Chinese AI Model DeepSeek

Microsoft Reportedly in Talks to Acquire TikTok, Trump Confirms

Scott Bessent Confirmed as Treasury Secretary Amid Economic Challenges

EU’s Digital Regulations Under Fire from US Leaders and Big Tech Giants

Mexico Strengthens AI Oversight with New Legislation

UK Antitrust Regulator Targets Microsoft Over Cloud Services Dominance

Epic Pushes Back Against Particle Health as Antitrust Case Intensifies

Apple’s Antitrust Appeal Meets Resistance in German Court

Temu in the Spotlight as Part of Broader Amazon Pricing Probe

French Prosecutors Open Investigation into Binance

Google Appeals Record €4.12 Billion EU Antitrust Fine Over Android

SGS Ends $30 Billion Merger Talks with Bureau Veritas Over Agreement Issues

Judge Denies Class Status in Antitrust Case Against Meta

Morgan Lewis Expands London Office with Strategic Hires in Antitrust and Structured Finance

Novo Nordisk Caps Insulin Prices in Settlement with Minnesota Attorney General

New York Lawmakers Seek to Revive Biden’s Antitrust Vision with New Bill

Mitsubishi Motors Weighs Options Amid Nissan-Honda Merger Plans

Interoperability, when properly rewarded, is good for consumers and society.

Freshfields Expands US Presence with High-Profile Hires from Government and Rival Firms

Google Ramps Up AI Education and Advocacy Amid Global Regulatory Scrutiny

Indian Publishers Take Legal Action Against OpenAI Over Copyright

Google to Tackle Fake Reviews in the UK, Says Competition Regulator

Outgoing FTC Official Predicts Continued Bipartisan Antitrust Enforcement

Live Nation Pushes to Remove 27 States from Federal Antitrust Lawsuit

Ivy League Declines to Join Antitrust Settlement, Upholds Amateur Athletic Model

Prime Therapeutics Found in Violation of Antitrust Laws, Arbitrator Rules

Honda and Nissan Face Challenges in China Amid Potential Merger

Trump Criticizes EU’s Tech Crackdown, Calls It ‘A Form of Taxation’

Meta Faces Fresh Allegations of EU Law Breaches in Subscription Service Rollout

European Commission Investigates Crypto Rules for Cross-Border Stablecoins

Senate Bill Aims to Ban Anti-Competitive Rent-Setting Software in Washington

Former CEO of Pioneer Natural Resources Sues FTC

Meta Wins Temporary Relief in WhatsApp Data Sharing Dispute in India

Federal Judge Signals Revisions Likely in DOJ Case Targeting Live Nation

American Airlines and JetBlue Agree to $2 Million Legal Fee Settlement with U.S. States

Federal Judge Dismisses Class Action Alleging Inflated Yacht Commission Fees

Doug Gurr Appointed Interim Chairman of UK’s Competition Authority

Johns Hopkins and Caltech Settle for $35.3M in College Price-Fixing Lawsuit

Top Antitrust Expert Joins Cravath from Paul Weiss

CMA Chief Removed as UK Government Targets Regulatory Overhaul

Court Denies Dismissal in Crab Price-Fixing Lawsuit

TikTok Stays Online for Now: Trump Floats US Ownership Deal

Hong Kong Watchdog Unveils Compliance Tool for Small Businesses

Lina Khan to Step Down as FTC Chair in the Coming Weeks

Trump’s Executive Actions Signal a New Era for Cryptocurrency Regulation

Norton Rose Adds Antitrust Partners in Italy

Antitrust Lawsuit Over Google’s Search Monopoly Proceeds in CA Court

Digital Markets Act at Two Years: Enforcement in a Shifting Political Climate

EU Expands Tech Oversight with Updated Anti-Hate Speech Code

Cargill Settles Turkey Price-Fixing Lawsuit for $32.5 Million

DOJ Raises Concerns Over $2.8 Billion NCAA Settlement

Japan Smartphone Legislation Combines EU and US approaches, Commissioner Says

PepsiCo Sued Over Alleged Price Discrimination Involving Walmart

Regulators Approve Conditions for Multibillion-Dollar Oil Mergers

FTC Reaches Settlement with Private Equity Firm Over Antitrust Allegations in Texas

FTC Raises Antitrust Concerns Over Big Tech’s AI Partnerships

MultiPlan and Insurers Move to Dismiss Antitrust Allegations Amid Growing Legal Challenges

Trump Nominates Olivia Trusty for FCC Commissioner Role Ahead of Inauguration

Lawyers Claim eXp’s Settlement Tactics Hurt Antitrust Case Potential

Amex GBT Pushes Back Against DOJ Lawsuit Over CWT Acquisition

Belgium Opens Antitrust Probe into AB InBev’s Market Practices

Tech Groups Sue CFPB Over New Rule on Digital Wallet Oversight

EU Antitrust Chief Ribera: Consumer Protections Remain Top Priority

Mylan Agrees to $73.5 Million Settlement Over EpiPen Pricing Allegations

FTC and State Attorneys General Sue John Deere Over Repair Restrictions in Antitrust Case

Enbridge Wins Legal Battle Against Ducere’s Antitrust Allegations

GOP Pushes for Antitrust Authority Consolidation Under DOJ in New Legislation

Canadian Government Approves Bunge-Viterra Merger with Conditions

SEC Sues Elon Musk Over Delayed Disclosure of Twitter Stock Ownership

European Commission Orders Lufthansa to Support Condor’s Frankfurt-New York Route

No Pause for Big Tech Probes: EU Keeps Pressure on as Trump Arrives

Meta Faces Roadblocks in India After Antitrust Ruling, Warns of Feature Rollbacks

Hardware and Software Interoperability Benefits Consumers, Unlike Closed Systems.

Massachusetts AG Sues Insulin Makers and PBMs Over Alleged Price-Fixing Scheme

Apple and Amazon Avoid Mass Lawsuit in UK Over Alleged Collusion

Top Agent Network Drops Antitrust Suit Against National Association of Realtors

Weil, Gotshal & Manges Strengthens Antitrust Practice with New Partner

Russian Court Imposes Hefty Fine on Google for Non-Compliance with Content Removal Orders

UK Watchdog Targets Google’s Search Monopoly in First Major Digital Rules Probe

DOJ Sues KKR Over Alleged Antitrust Violations in Premerger Filings

Cuneo Gilbert & LaDuca Launches Government Affairs Division

US Law Firm Faces Ethical Allegations Over Blue Cross Antitrust Case

Johnson & Johnson to Acquire Intra-Cellular Therapies in $14.6 Billion Deal

EU Regulators Reevaluate Big Tech Cases as Trump Prepares to Take Office

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Realtors’ Appeal, DOJ Antitrust Probe Moves Forward

Commerzbank Chairman Doubts Amicable Merger with UniCredit After Stake Acquisition

Senator Warren Presses HUD Nominee on Rent Price-Fixing

Epic Games CEO Accuses Tech Giants of Shifting Loyalties to Court Trump Administration

Apple’s New Developer Fees Face Renewed Scrutiny from EU Antitrust Regulators

Nvidia Warns New US AI Chip Rules Will Harm Innovation

What makes EU, US and Japan to adopt different approaches to Mobile Ecosystems?

Synopsys Secures EU Approval for $35 Billion Ansys Acquisition

New UK Legislation to Combat Ticket Resale and Algorithmic Price-Fixing

Supreme Court Justices Grill TikTok’s Lawyer in National Security Case

FTC, DOJ Weigh Antitrust Issues in Musk’s OpenAI Case

UK Trial Begins as Apple Defends App Store Fees in £1.5 Billion Case

Italy to Retain Full Control of Data in Potential Deal with Musk’s Starlink

China Tightens Oversight on Online Platforms and Livestream E-Commerce

Power Industry Shake-Up: Constellation Energy to Buy Calpine in Massive $26.6B Deal

DOJ Sues to Block $570 Million Deal Between AMEX GBT and CWT

Meta Accused of Using Pirated Books to Train AI, Court Documents Reveal

Frank McCourt’s Project Liberty Eyes TikTok US Acquisition as Deadline Looms

Disney-Fubo Deal Sparks Antitrust Concerns from DirecTV, Dish, and EchoStar

Meta Names Ex-Justice Department Official to Lead Global Litigation Strategy

Meta Faces Scrutiny in Brazil After Shifting Fact-Checking Approach in the US

UK Provisionally Accepts Remedies in Synopsys-Ansys $35B Merger

NASCAR’s Motion to Dismiss Antitrust Suit Faces Judicial Scrutiny

Google’s Privacy Class Action Lawsuit Moves Forward After Court Rejects Dismissal Request

Pilgrim’s Pride Finalizes $100 Million Settlement with Farmers in Wage Suppression Case

First-of-Its-Kind Ruling: EU Court Ruling Holds European Commission Accountable for GDPR Violation

EU Rebukes Meta CEO’s Claims of Censorship Under Digital Services Act

Banco BPM Files Antitrust Complaint Against UniCredit’s Takeover Bid

Meta to Display eBay Listings on Marketplace Following EU Fine

UK Competition Watchdog Considers Remedies for $35 Billion Synopsys-Ansys Deal

Consumer Suit Against Live Nation and Ticketmaster to Proceed Alongside US Antitrust Case

Justice Department Sues Major Landlords for Alleged Rent-Inflation Scheme

Mexico’s Antitrust Oversight at Risk Due to Budget Cuts

Cleary Gottlieb Expands Global Antitrust Team with Key Hires in US and Europe

Lucasys Secures $24 Million Settlement in PowerPlan Antitrust Case

FTC Hits Oil Giants Over Gun-Jumping Violation in Pre-Merger Deal

UK Proposes New Copyright Framework to Address AI’s Impact on Content Use

Atkins’ SEC Pick Raises Questions on Future Enforcement

FTC Chair Lina Khan Speaks Against Potential ‘Sweetheart Deals’ for Tech Giants Under Trump Administration

UK Antitrust Watchdog to Probe Apple and Google’s Mobile Ecosystem Control

US Justice Department Urges Supreme Court to Deny Trump Request on TikTok Ban

Italy Negotiates $1.55 Billion Deal with SpaceX for Secure Telecommunications Services

FTC Moves to End Anticompetitive No-Hire Agreements

Rail Regulator Cuts Fees to Boost Competition on Eurostar Route

Woolworths Seeks Approval to Acquire Beak & Johnston in New Zealand

Indian Antitrust Officials Raid Pernod Ricard Office Over Alleged Market Collusion

Disney Merges Hulu + Live TV with FuboTV in Major Streaming Deal

Nippon Steel Weighs Legal Action After Biden Blocks US Steel Deal

Fitzgerald to Lead House Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform and Antitrust

Anthropic Reaches Agreement with Music Publishers Over AI Copyright Dispute

Google Faces Cease-and-Desist Order from Japan’s Fair Trade Commission

UK Government Faces Growing Risk of Bid-Rigging in Public Contracts, CMA Warns

Stock Image Giants Getty and Shutterstock in Merger Talks

Malaysia Grants Licenses to WeChat and TikTok Under New Social Media Law

Axinn Announces Promotions of Antitrust Experts

Federal Competition Office to Scrutinize High Electricity Prices in Germany

Mexican Lawmakers Advance Controversial Plan to Dissolve Independent Oversight Bodies

Motorola Accuses UK of Antitrust Breach Over Terminated Emergency Services Contract

Amazon Must Face Antitrust Case Over Alleged Monopoly Practices

US Appeals Court Blocks FCC’s Move to Reinstate Net Neutrality Rules

Nvidia’s $700 Million Buyout of Run:ai Gets EU Approval, Deal Finalized

Taiwan FTC Halts Uber’s $950M Foodpanda Buyout Over Antitrust Fears

White House Pushes for Stronger Healthcare Data Security

Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Bundles Draw Antitrust Inquiry

UK Watchdog to Review IBM’s $6.4 Billion Acquisition of HashiCorp

Apple Seeks Role in Google’s US Antitrust Trial

Novo Holdings Secures EU Antitrust Approval for $16.5 Billion Acquisition of Catalent

Judge Appoints Law Firms to Lead Consumer Antitrust Litigation Against Apple

Epic Health Systems Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Suit Filed by Particle Health

Qualcomm Secures Partial Victory in Licensing Dispute with Arm, Jury Splits on Key Issues

Google Proposes Revised Revenue-Sharing Limits Amid Antitrust Battle

Japan’s Antitrust Authority Expected to Sanction Google Over Monopoly Practices

Electrolux Fined €44.5 Million in French Antitrust Case

Indian Antitrust Body Raids Alcohol Giants Amid Price Collusion Probe

Attorneys Seek $525 Million in Fees in NCAA Settlement Case

Italy’s Competition Watchdog Ends Investigation into Booking.com

Minnesota Judge Approves $2.4 Million Hormel Settlement in Antitrust Case

FTC Pushes to Dismiss Lawsuit Challenging Insulin Price Case Proceedings

Casinos Granted Class Arbitration in Antitrust Claims Against Light & Wonder

Congress Pushes to Combat AI Deepfakes in Year-End Funding Deal

Epic Games Board Resignations Linked to DOJ Antitrust Investigation

Renault Supports Potential Honda-Nissan Merger Talks

South Korea’s Antitrust Body Raises Concerns Over AI Market Competition

Perplexity Caught in Crossfire as DOJ and Google Battle Over Search Dominance

NAR Seeks Dismissal of Pennsylvania Antitrust Lawsuit Filed by Broker

Vietnam Approves Sweeping Data Law Amid Industry Worries

Andrew Ferguson’s FTC Leadership Likely to Shape Big Tech and AI Regulation

Supreme Court to Review TikTok’s Legal Challenge Over US Ban

Prestigious Universities Accused of Price-Fixing in Financial Aid Scheme

Honda and Nissan Reportedly Exploring Merger

EU Regulator Fines Meta €251 Million Over 2018 Facebook Data Breach

US Antitrust Chief Jonathan Kanter to Step Down After Pivotal Three-Year Tenure

Sandoz Settles Price-Fixing Allegations with $275 Million Agreement

South Korea Fines Kakao Mobility $10.5 Million for Antitrust Violations

Carlsberg’s $4.23 Billion Britvic Acquisition Gets Final UK Approval

House Panel Accuses Financial Firms of Collusion Over ESG Goals

UK Enforces Tough Online Safety Laws Targeting Social Media Giants

Novo Holdings’ $16.5 Billion Catalent Buyout Faces Final Countdown

Walmart Mexico Faces $5 Million Fine Amid Antitrust Allegations

Legal Clash Between Arm and Qualcomm Over AI Chips Heads to Trial

Major Antitrust Rulings Signal Change for EU Soccer Governance

Major Defence Contractors Accused of Price-Fixing in Multibillion-Dollar Scandal

Meta Urges California Attorney General to Block OpenAI’s Move to For-Profit Status

Coinbase Faces $1 Billion Lawsuit Over Wrapped Bitcoin Delisting

House Republicans Investigate CVS Caremark Over Alleged Antitrust Violations

Turkey Fines Google $75 Million for Antitrust Violations in Ad Services

FTC Files Suit Against Liquor Giant Southern Glazer’s Over Discount Disparities

Racing Rivals Accuse NASCAR of Retaliation in High-Stakes Antitrust Battle

Samsung Challenges Indian Antitrust Investigation, Calls Raid “Unlawful”

European Sites Criticize Google’s Compliance Efforts with DMA

Banco BPM Overcomes Regulatory Hurdle in $1.7 Billion Bid

Winston & Strawn Grows DC Office With Antitrust Hire

EU Probes Liberty Media’s $3.8 Billion MotoGP Acquisition

Athletes Behind NCAA Antitrust Settlement Push for Collective Bargaining Rights

Big Tech Stocks Surge as Trump Names Ferguson to Lead FTC

Synopsys Proposes Divestitures to Secure EU Approval for $35 Billion Ansys Deal

Renowned Antitrust Expert and Former Morgan Lewis Chair John Shenefield Passes Away

Trump Taps Mark Meador for Federal Trade Commission Post

TikTok Challenges Canadian Shutdown Order in Federal Court

UK Watchdog Investigates Suspected Bid-Rigging in School Building Projects

Albertsons Sues Kroger After Courts Block $24.6 Billion Merger

Google Urges FTC to Breakup of Microsoft’s Exclusive OpenAI Partnership: Report

Trump Announces Andrew Ferguson as FTC Chair Nominee Amid Antitrust Policy Uncertainty

Judge Halts Kroger-Albertsons Merger Over Antitrust Concerns

RealPage Clears DOJ Criminal Investigation, Faces Ongoing Civil Suits

Nvidia Responds to China’s Antitrust Probe, Vows Full Cooperation

Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Boost Competition in Pentagon’s AI and Cloud Contracts

Veteran DOJ Antitrust Lawyer Joins Crowell & Moring

Court Reinstates Phhhoto’s Antitrust Case Against Meta, Accusing Algorithm Manipulation

Japan Adopts Ordinance to Regulate Tech Giants Apple and Google

Synopsys Proposes EU Remedies for $35 Billion Ansys Deal

Hausfeld Strengthens Competition Practice with Key Freshfields Hire

TikTok Enlists Veteran Supreme Court Advocate to Fight Potential US Ban

European Regulators Probe Secret Ad Partnership Between Google and Meta

Ribera Calls for Reform in EU Competition Policies

DirecTV Urges Second Circuit to Revive Antitrust Lawsuit Against Nexstar

Omnicom and Interpublic Unite in $13.25B Deal: Big Tech Competition Heats Up

Federal Ruling Highlights DOJ’s Push Against Algorithmic Collusion in Antitrust Cases

Judge’s Decision on Kroger-Albertsons Merger Expected Soon

Supreme Court Urged to Resolve Legal Standoff Over Amazon and Flipkart Investigation

TikTok Seeks Emergency Block on Divestment Law Ahead of Supreme Court Review

China Launches Antitrust Probe Into Nvidia Amid Intensifying Tech Rivalry With US

Freshfields Strengthens Silicon Valley Presence with Hires from Cooley and Goodwin Procter

Turkey Ends Meta Investigation Over Threads and Instagram

Supreme Court to Hear CCI Petition on Amazon, Flipkart Antitrust Cases

Senators Urge Antitrust Probe Into FanDuel and DraftKings

Novo Holdings Secures EU Approval for $16.5 Billion Catalent Acquisition

US Appeals Court Upholds TikTok Divestment Law, Paving Way for Potential Ban

Clifford Chance Expands Global Antitrust Team with New Partner

Spain’s Financial Regulator Awaits Antitrust Decision on BBVA’s Hostile Bid for Sabadell

RealPage Seeks Dismissal of DOJ Antitrust Suit, Citing Legal Flaws

EU Competition Chief Signals Potential Google Breakup Amid Big Tech Scrutiny

Turkey Closes Antitrust Probe into Meta’s Threads-Instagram Practices

Major Overhaul of New Zealand Competition Laws Announced

FTC Targets Guardian Service Industries Over No-Hire Agreements

UK Approves £15 Billion Vodafone-Three Merger With Conditions

Mastercard Settlement Faces Challenge in Landmark Consumer Case

Novartis Loses Appeal to Delay US Launch of Entresto Generic

UK Delays Provisional Findings in Cloud Market Probe to January

EU Probes Nvidia Over Alleged Bundling Practices Amid Run:ai Acquisition Scrutiny

Supreme Court Asked to Weigh In on Major Rail Access Antitrust Case

Turkey Reconsiders Blocking Stellantis-Tofas Deal Amid New Discussions

NextEra Energy Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Alleged Efforts to Block Competitor’s Project

Trump Taps Antitrust Veteran Gail Slater to Lead DOJ’s Monopoly Battles

Trump Vows to Block Nippon Steel’s Acquisition of US Steel

Microsoft Demands FTC Investigation into Alleged Antitrust Probe Leak

American Express Must Face Class Action Lawsuit, US Judge Rules

Ted Cruz Seeks Probe into European Influence on US AI Laws

Microsoft Faces £1.2 Billion Lawsuit in UK Over Cloud Software Licensing Practices

Bimbo Seeks $2B in Damages from Maple Leaf Foods in Canada Bread Price-Fixing Case

Former SEC Acting Director Melissa Hodgman Joins Freshfields as Partner

NASCAR Moves to Dismiss Antitrust Lawsuit Filed by 23XI Racing

Judge Allows Antitrust Claim Against FIFA to Proceed in Puerto Rico

National Association of Realtors Faces New Antitrust Lawsuit Over Membership Rules

Independent Pharmacies Seek Court Unification in Fight Over Generic Drug Payments

EU Drops Controversial Merger Tool Following Court Ruling

Musk Sues to Stop OpenAI, Citing Antitrust Violations and Public Harm

South Korean AI Chipmakers Rebellions and Sapeon Korea Merge to Compete Globally

Australia Proposes Fines for Big Tech to Boost Fair Competition

Developers Join Forces Against Steam in Class-Certified Antitrust Lawsuit

ABC Technologies Offers to Acquire TI Fluid for £1.83 Billion

Concerns Mount as Mexico Moves Forward with Telecom Regulator Overhaul

States Challenge ‘Green Agenda’: Major Asset Managers Accused of Antitrust Breach

Google Seeks Reversal of Antitrust Ruling in Epic Games Case

Meta Accused of EU Data Violations in €551 Million Spanish Lawsuit

Canada Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google Over Ad-Tech Dominance

Australia Passes Strict Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Google Appeals Ruling Overhaul of Play Store in Epic Games Lawsuit

FTC Investigates Uber for Alleged Subscription Violations

India’s Watchdog Launches Investigation Into Google’s Real-Money Gaming Policies

Microsoft Under FTC Scrutiny for Cloud, AI, and Licensing Practices

EU Fines Pierre Cardin and Ahlers €5.7 Million for Anti-Competitive Practices

Samsung Ends Antitrust Dispute with Broadcom After Five Months

Class Action Filed Against Kroger and Albertsons Over Worker No-Poach Agreements

South African Minister Appeals Block on Vodacom’s Fiber Acquisition

CMA Study: Most UK Supermarket Loyalty Discounts Are Legitimate

UK to Reassess Electric Vehicle Mandates Amid Industry Warnings

HSBC Loses Legal Challenge Over €32 Million EU Antitrust Fine

Texas-Led States Sue Investment Firms Over Alleged Electricity Price Manipulation

FIFA Faces Antitrust Lawsuit in US Federal Court Over Puerto Rico Soccer Dispute

US Judge Orders No Delay in Google Antitrust Trial Despite Potential Shift in Administration

Google Revamps Search Results in Europe Amid EU Scrutiny

Tech Giants Urge Australian Government to Delay Controversial Social Media Bill

EU’s Margrethe Vestager Urges Regulators to Be ‘Bolder’ as She Steps Down

Brazil’s Antitrust Regulator Orders Apple to Lift Restrictions on In-App Payment Methods

British Police Reduce Presence on X Over Misinformation Fears

Regulators Raid Amazon Japan: Accused of Pressuring Sellers to Slash Prices

Justice Department Raises Concerns Over Proposed $418M Settlement in Realtors Case

Google Faces DOJ’s Final Arguments in Antitrust Showdown Over Ad Tech

Meta Faces April Trial Over FTC Antitrust Allegations

UK Watchdog Clears Spreadex Sale of Sporting Index Amid Monopoly Fears

UniCredit Shakes Up Italian Banking with €10 Billion Bid for Banco BPM

French Government in Talks to Acquire Atos’ Key Technology Assets for €500 Million

Corning Moves to Resolve EU Antitrust Probe with Exclusivity Deal Changes

India’s Antitrust Body Rejects Apple’s Plea to Halt Investigation Report

Swisscom’s Fastweb-Vodafone Italia Merger Gains Momentum with Antitrust Approval Pending

Novo Holdings Nears EU Approval for $16.5 Billion Catalent Acquisition

Australia Drops Plan to Fine Tech Giants for Misinformation Spread

Michael Jordan’s Racing Team Drops Antitrust Appeal Against NASCAR

EU Closes Apple E-Book Antitrust Probe After Complaint Dropped

Antitrust Suits Target Top Frozen Potato Companies for Alleged Collusion

Spanish Minister Defends Record as Flood Crisis Casts Shadow on EU Role

UK Antitrust Regulator Signals Flexibility in Merger Reviews to Boost Economic Growth

US Supreme Court Declines to Hear Appeal in Google Antitrust Records Dispute

Matt Gaetz Withdraws from Consideration for US Attorney General Amid Controversy

Morocco Fines US Pharma Firm Viatris Over Merger Notification Breach

FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel Announces Resignation

European Regulators Target Amazon’s Marketplace Practices

Justice Department Officially Recommends Breaking Up Google

PBMs Push Back Against FTC, Filing Lawsuit Over Regulatory Actions

Amazon Faces Legal Setback in Antitrust Lawsuit Over Pricing Practices

Google Allegedly Encouraged Evidence Destruction to Dodge Antitrust Scrutiny: Report

Veteran DOJ Prosecutor Joins Farella Braun + Martel as Partner

DuckDuckGo Urges EU to Expand Google Probes Over Compliance Issues

Apple Seeks Dismissal of DOJ Antitrust Case in Latest Big Tech Legal Battle

New European Cloud Regulator Aims to Tackle Unfair Licensing Practices

Merger Creates North America’s Largest Hard-Rock Lithium Producer

Nebraska Files Antitrust Suit Against Truck Manufacturers Over Diesel Truck Phase-Out

Meta to Challenge India’s Data-Sharing Restrictions on WhatsApp

Sony in Talks to Acquire Kadokawa, Expanding Its Entertainment Portfolio

Indian News Agency Sues OpenAI, Accuses ChatGPT of Using Content Without Permission

EU to Decide on Nvidia’s Acquisition of Israeli AI Startup Run:ai by December 20

California Enacts Legislation to Regulate Use of Generative AI in Healthcare

DOJ Seeks Historic Chrome Browser Divestiture in Antitrust Case Against Google

UK Clears Google’s AI Investment in Anthropic, No Antitrust Probe

India’s Watchdog Bans WhatsApp Data Sharing for Five Years, Fines Meta $25.4M

Major US Potato Processors Face Price-Fixing Allegations in New Suits

French Watchdog Demands Separation of Kindred Brands by FDJ Following Acquisition

Italian Court Overturns €5 Million Fine on Eni’s Plenitude Over Price Hike Dispute

Data Center Construction Firms Face EU Raids Over Potential No-Poach Agreements

Australian Regulator Seeks Feedback on Vocus-TPG $3.4B Deal

Italian Antitrust Authority Launches Investigation into Potential Competition Restrictions in Shipping Sector

US Supreme Court Declines to Hear States’ Appeal in Google Antitrust Case

Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Amid Mounting Losses and Merger Fallout

Exxon Mobil to Lay Off Nearly 400 Employees in Texas Following Merger

US Department of Justice Updates Guidance on Corporate Compliance Programs

Pennsylvania’s Antitrust Efforts to Save Charleroi Pyrex Plant Hit Legal Roadblock

Airbus CEO: SpaceX Model Would Violate EU Antitrust Rules

NASCAR Clears Path for 23XI, Front Row to Race Amid Antitrust Fight

Elon Musk Expands OpenAI Suit, Adds Microsoft Over Antitrust Allegations

Tapestry Scraps $8.5 Billion Merger with Capri Amid Regulatory Hurdles

Trump’s Nominee for Attorney General Could Intensify Big Tech Battles

In Regulatory First, CFPB Pushes to Supervise Google’s Financial Offerings

Apple Faces £3 Billion Lawsuit in UK Over iCloud Monopoly Allegations

EU Issues Major Antitrust Fine Against Meta for Facebook Marketplace

EU Probes Novo Holdings’ $16.5 Billion Acquisition of Catalent

EU Court Rejects Deutsche Telekom’s Challenge to Vodafone Deal

Swisscom Gains Italian Approval for Vodafone Deal, Awaits Antitrust Decision

Lufthansa-ITA Airways Deal Back on Track After Last-Minute Negotiations

DirecTV’s $9.75 Billion Dish Acquisition Hinges on Bondholder Agreement

Supreme Court Deliberates on Nvidia’s Bid to Halt Investor Lawsuit Over Cryptocurrency

Squire Patton Boggs Expands Antitrust Team with High-Profile Hires

Judge Rules Meta Must Face FTC Antitrust Trial Over Instagram, WhatsApp Acquisitions

Teresa Ribera Prepares to Tackle Big Tech and Green Growth as EU’s Next Antitrust Chief

Japanese Law Firm TMI Associates Broadens EU Reach with Brussels Office

Meta to Offer EU Users Option for Less Personalized Ads Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

EU Orders Apple to End Geo-Blocking on Digital Services

Spain’s Antitrust Regulator to Extend Review of BBVA’s Sabadell Takeover

Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin Join Forces in Global Merger

Le Monde, Le Figaro, and Le Parisien Sue X for Allegedly Using Content Without Payment

Musk’s Influence on AI Safety Could Lead to Stricter Standards in New Trump Era

DOJ and States File Suit to Block UnitedHealth’s $3.3B Acquisition of Amedisys

US Supreme Court Denies DOJ’s Request to Review Bid-Rigging Case

South Korea Proposes Legislation to Support Chipmakers

Cleary Gottlieb Promotes Six Antitrust Lawyers to Partner in EU and US

Apple Faces Legal Challenge in China Over App Store Practices

UK Court Hears Motorola’s Appeal Against CMA’s Price Cap on Emergency Service Network

FTX Sues Binance Over Alleged $1.8 Billion Fraudulent Transfers

Zomato Dismisses Claims of Antitrust Investigation by CCI, Labels Reports “Misleading”

Appeals Court Upholds Antitrust Ruling Against American Airlines and JetBlue Partnership

EU Commits €133 Million to Dutch Photonic Chip Production in Major Semiconductor Push

Cigna Ends Merger Talks with Humana Amid Investor Merger Buzz

Panel Takes Steps Toward Regulating AI-Generated Evidence in Courtrooms

UK Regulator Proposes State-Backed Formula to Lower Baby Formula Costs

Justice Department Probes Alleged Price-Fixing in PVC Pipe Industry

US Imposes Ban on TSMC’s Advanced Chip Exports to China Amid AI Concerns

Vanderbilt QB Sues NCAA Over Junior College Eligibility Rules

Trump’s Transition Team Prepares to Reshape FTC Leadership and Antitrust Agenda

India’s Food Delivery Giants Face Antitrust Allegations over Market Dominance

Judge Denies NASCAR Teams’ Injunction Request in Antitrust Case

Japan’s Nippon Steel Eyes Year-End Close on $15B US Steel Deal Amid Political Uncertainty

Canada Orders Dissolution of TikTok’s Business Amid National Security Concerns

India Raids Amazon, Flipkart Seller Offices in Foreign Investment Probe

Canada’s Competition Bureau Seeks Public Feedback on Updated Merger Guidelines

FTC Adopts Stricter Reporting Rules for Mergers, Delays Expected in 2025

Tapestry Pauses Capri Merger Plans Amid Appeal to US Court Decision

Paramount Explored Warner Bros. Merger Before Skydance Deal

Canada Probes Dye & Durham for Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

Facebook’s Legal Battle Over Data Misuse Disclosure Reaches US Supreme Court

UK’s CMA Raises Concerns Over Boparan’s Feed Mill Acquisition

Mexico’s Congress to Vote on Reform Dismantling Energy and Telecom Watchdogs

Wizz Air Loses Challenge to TAROM’s State Aid in European Court

EU Probes Visa and Mastercard Over Impact of Payment Fees on Retailers

European Commission Launches Antitrust Investigation into Corning’s Gorilla Glass Practices

Big Tech Braces for Potential Changes Under a Second Trump Presidency

Trump’s Potential Shift in US Antitrust Policy Raises Questions for Big Tech and Mergers

EU Set to Fine Apple in First Major Enforcement of Digital Markets Act

Six Indicted in Federal Bid-Rigging Schemes Involving Government IT Contracts

Ireland Secures First €3 Billion Apple Tax Payment, Boosting Exchequer Funds

Italy’s Data Protection Authority Criticizes Intesa’s Handling of Customer Data

Italy Halts Sale of ITA Airways Stake to Lufthansa Amid Price Dispute

Michael Jordan Appears in Court to Challenge NASCAR’s Charter System

India’s Antitrust Body Withdraws Report on Flipkart Amid Data Privacy Concerns

South Korea Fines Meta $15.67 Million Over Unauthorized Data Collection and Sharing with Advertisers

UK Backs Vodafone-Three Merger Pending 5G and Consumer Concessions

Ropes & Gray Welcomes New Partner to Boston Antitrust Practice

Private Equity Giants Eye Minority Stake in Intel’s Altera Chip Unit

Michael Jordan’s NASCAR Antitrust Case Kicks Off in Federal Court

Fifth Circuit Questions FTC’s Authority in Intuit’s Challenge to Internal Adjudication

EU Antitrust Decision on Novo Holdings’ Catalent Acquisition Set for December

EU to Scrutinize Apple’s iPad OS for Compliance with New Tech Rules

South Korea’s Antitrust Regulator Investigates ‘Free Delivery’ Claims by Food Delivery Apps

Canada to Investigate Potential Rent Hikes by Corporate Landlords Using AI Software

UK Regulator Puts Brakes on £762 Million Logistics Merger Amid Competition Fears

Nvidia’s Acquisition of AI Startup Run.ai Faces EU Antitrust Review

Voters Across US to Decide on Landmark Gig Economy Issues on November Ballots

Court Gives Green Light to $110M Deal in Real Estate Commission Dispute

Mexico’s First-Ever Class Action Targets Pharma Giants for Price Fixing

Pichai Confident in Google’s Antitrust Defense, Cautions Against Regulatory Overreach

US Judge OKs $110 Million Settlements in Antitrust Case Against Major Real Estate Brokerages

50 States and Territories Reach $49.1 Million Settlement in Generic Drug Price-Fixing Case

OpenAI Enhances ChatGPT with New Search Feature, Challenging Google’s Dominance

First Circuit Hears Arguments on Whether Federal Baseball Antitrust Exemption Shields Puerto Rican League from Legal Claims

Federal Appeals Court Expresses Doubts Over FCC’s Authority in Net Neutrality Revival

Google Prevails in UK Trademark Dispute Over YouTube ‘Shorts’ Branding

Czech Antitrust Authority Pauses €16 Billion Nuclear Reactor Contract Amid Patent Disputes

Nvidia Faces EU Antitrust Scrutiny Over Planned Acquisition of AI Startup Run

EU Slaps Teva with Half-Billion-Dollar Fine for Anticompetitive Tactics

Cleveland-Cliffs Gets Final Approval For $2.5B Stelco Deal

Temu Faces EU Scrutiny Under DSA for Potential Violations in Curbing Illegal Sales

Pharma Giants Face Renewed Legal Push Over Delayed Generic Lipitor Release

Argentina’s Antitrust Commission Clears Loma Negra, Boosting Market Sentiment

Italy’s Antitrust Regulator Probes Credit Agricole Over Mortgage Promotion Practices

French Regulator Fines Schneider Electric, Legrand, Rexel, and Sonepar €470 Million for Price Fixing

Google Workers File Labor Complaint Against Google’s ‘Gag Order’ on Antitrust Case

Brazilian Consumer Rights Group Sues Social Media Giants Over Youth Protections

South Africa Blocks Vodacom’s $745 Million Fiber Acquisition Deal

Court Ruling Allows Class Action Against Live Nation Over Ticket Prices

EU Invests €1.4 Billion in Deep Tech to Bolster Competitiveness in AI and Innovation

Hermès Moves to Dismiss Birkin Antitrust Case, Citing Flaws in Plaintiff’s Claims

Spain’s Competition Authority Signals Deeper Review of BBVA’s Sabadell Bid

UK and EU Forge Alliance to Strengthen Competition Regulation

King & Spalding Grow Antitrust Team

Microsoft Accuses Google of Running “Shadow Campaigns” in EU to Discredit Its Business

DOJ Backs Plaintiffs in Vegas Hotel Price-Fixing Case Over Algorithmic Pricing

UK Seeks to Boost Financial Sector Competition with New Reform

Hong Kong Sets AI Guidelines for Finance, Eyes Tax Break for Digital Assets

AT&T Strikes $1 Billion Deal with Corning to Expand High-Speed Fiber Network

Ancestry.com Considers Acquisition of 23andMe ‘Challenging’ Due to Antitrust Concerns

Banking Union Progress Crucial for EU Mergers, German Bank Leader Says

UK Regulator Sues Emma Over Alleged Misleading Sales Tactics

EU and China to Continue Technical Negotiations on Electric Vehicle Tariffs

Pork Industry Giants Cite DOJ Letter to Bolster Defense Against Antitrust Claims

Paris Court Orders Google to Pay €26.5 Million to Equativ in Advertising Dispute

EU Fines Czech, Austrian Rail Operators €48.7M for Market Collusion

UnitedHealth and Amedisys Prepare for Key Antitrust Meeting with DOJ

Kroger-Albertsons Merger Trial Concludes in Colorado; Decision Expected Soon

Alibaba Settles Antitrust Investor Suit for $433.5 Million

New York Attorney General Seeks Subpoena in Investigation of Capital One-Discover Merger

Judge Blocks Tapestry’s $8.5 Billion Acquisition of Capri, Shaking Up Luxury Fashion Market

FTC Sues to Block Tempur Sealy’s $4.3 Billion Acquisition of Mattress Firm

Mexican Watchdog Proposes Fintech Reforms to Boost Financial Inclusion

AMA and ISMS File Antitrust Lawsuit Against MultiPlan Over Alleged Price-Fixing Scheme

Biden Administration Announces New AI Strategy to Boost National Security

Google Agrees to Provide AI-Related Documents in Monopoly Case

Qube’s Acquisition of Melbourne RoRo Terminal Raises Competition Concerns

Nascar Fights Back in Antitrust Lawsuit Filed by Michael Jordan’s Racing Team

Microsoft’s LinkedIn Fined €310 Million by EU Regulator Over Advertising Practices

UK Regulators Investigate Google’s Investment in AI Startup Anthropic

Intel’s $1.45 Billion EU Antitrust Battle Officially Over

Senators Warn of Antitrust Issues as Private Equity Dominates Wheelchair Industry

$375 Million Settlement Approved in UFC Antitrust Case, Ending Decade-Long Legal Battle

EU’s Future Tech Chief Eyes AI Boost to Counter Global Rivals

UK Regulator Probes Carlsberg’s £3.3 Billion Britvic Deal Over Competition Concerns

NY Attorney General Probes Capital One’s $35B Discover Deal

SCOTUS Rules Against South Carolina Agency in Google Antitrust Case

Incoming EU Antitrust Chief Advocates Stronger Support for European Firms

India OKs Reliance-Disney Mega-Merger with Conditions, Including Sale of TV Channels

Federal Judge Recuses Herself from Financial Aid Conspiracy Case Involving 40 Private Colleges

Polish Regulators Investigate Facebook’s Handling of Press Links

Advocacy Groups Call for Probe into Google Exec Over Alleged Document Destruction

Alejandra Palacios Joins Cuatrecasas Mexico City Office as External Advisor

Lawmakers Call for DOJ Action Against Tax Prep Firms Over Pixel Data Tracking Violations

FTC Commissioner Questions Legality of In-House Judges

AI Companies Urge Lawmakers to Address Gaps in AI Regulation Framework

Epic Systems Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Lawsuit Filed by Particle Health

Australia’s Car Industry Presses ACCC to Focus on Electric Vehicles

FTC’s Landmark Rule Banning Fake Reviews Now in Force

Sophos Strengthens Cybersecurity Arsenal with Secureworks Acquisition

New UK Bill Targets Dynamic Pricing in Concert Tickets Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Rupert Murdoch’s Media Empire Sues Perplexity AI for Copyright Infringement

NCAA Seeks Dismissal of Kansas 2008 Champions’ Lawsuit, Citing Statute of Limitations

Indian Retail Distributors Call for Antitrust Probe into Quick Commerce Firms

Italy Proposes New Measures to Make Big Tech Share Telecom Costs

EU Partners with Venture Capital Firms to Boost Tech Investment Amid Global Competition

Skadden Follows US Firms in Shutting Down Shanghai Operations

K&L Gates Strengthens Brussels Office with High-Profile Antitrust Hire from Gibson Dunn

Tobacco Giants Settle Historic $23.6 Billion Lawsuit in Canada

Meta Releases AI That Can Check and Improve Other AI Without Human Input

FTC Appeals Texas Ruling on Noncompete Agreement Ban

Cigna Group Resumes Merger Talks with Humana

Consumer Advocates and Unions Challenge Novo Holdings’ $16.5 Billion Deal for Catalent

Federal Judge Grants Google a Stay on Android App Store Overhaul

Court Dismisses Monopoly Claims Against Tempur Sealy

Philadelphia City Council Advances Legislation to Tackle Rent Price-Fixing

FTC Probes Deere for Potential Anti-Competitive Repair Practices

Britain’s Ofcom to Outline Strict Guidelines for Tackling Illegal Online Content

EU Considers Expanding Potential Fines for X, Targeting Musk’s Broader Business Empire

NASCAR Accuses Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing of Using Antitrust Suit for Contract Renegotiation

Novartis Loses Bid to Delay Generic Rival to Best-Selling Heart Drug

Google Urges US Court to Halt Play Store Overhaul in Battle with Epic Games

Cofece Imposes Over 437 Million Peso Fine on Gas Stations for Price Manipulation

O’Melveny Expands Asia-Pacific M&A Practice with Key Hires in Singapore

FTC Finalizes ‘Click to Cancel’ Rule to Combat Junk Fees

Qualcomm Delays Intel Buyout Decision, Awaits US Election Outcome

AI Models Fall Short of Key European Standards in New Compliance Test

European Commission Excludes X from Gatekeeper Status under EU’s Digital Markets Act

Nippon Steel to Divest Stake in Alabama Plant Amid U.S. Steel Acquisition Plans

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor Opposes Uber Eats-Foodpanda Merger

Hogan Lovells Strengthens Antitrust Practice with Hire of Former FTC Official

DOJ Raises Antitrust Concerns Over Competitor-Only Data Sharing

Owens & Minor Faces Federal Inquiry Over Planned Acquisition of Rotech Healthcare

Brazil Poised to Regulate Stablecoins and Tokenized Assets by 2025, Says Central Bank Chief

Supreme Court Rejects Uber, Postmates Appeal on California’s Gig Worker Law

Talks Between EDP and SSE on $44 Billion Utility Merger Break Down

CJEU: Competitors Can Sue Over GDPR Breaches; Health Data Defined

UK Competition Regulator Requires Lindab to Divest Sites Following Antitrust Probe

Microsoft Settles Antitrust Lawsuit Over Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Pressure Mounts on FTC to Investigate Pharmacy Benefit Managers’ Co-Manufacturing Agreements

FCC Opens Inquiry into Telecom Data Caps

UK Prime Minister Pressures CMA for Growth-Focused Antitrust Regulations

Covington & Burling Expands UK Antitrust Team with Senior ICO Counsel

Aldi Eyed Kroger-Albertsons Stores Before C&S Deal

Blue Cross Blue Shield Agrees to Pay $2.8 Billion to Settle Antitrust Claims

Spain’s BBVA Faces Lengthy Antitrust Review in Hostile Sabadell Takeover Bid

Hermes Faces Renewed Antitrust Claims Over Birkin Bag Sales Practices

Google to Challenge Antitrust Ruling; CEO Sundar Pichai Signals Prolonged Legal Battle

FIFA Faces EU Antitrust Scrutiny Over Expanded Football Calendar

WhatsApp Faces Potential Antitrust Penalties in India Over Privacy Policy Update

Croatian Supermarket Chain Tommy Cleared to Acquire Brodokomerc Nova

X and Unilever Settle Antitrust Dispute, Continuing Partnership

Federal Judge Allows Antitrust Claims Against GoDaddy to Proceed

Court Ruling Opens Door for Microsoft to Sell Xbox Games on Android Without Google’s Cut

Realtors Appeal to Supreme Court Over DOJ’s Investigation into Antitrust Violations

AI at the Center of Google’s Defense Against DOJ Antitrust Charges

Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawsuit Against Ivy League Over Athletic Scholarships

FTC and DOJ Revamp Merger Guidelines to Identify Illegal Transactions More Efficiently

US Consumer Watchdog Eyes Expansion of ‘Junk Fee’ Crackdown Ahead of 2024 Election

Brazil Proposes Reform to Competition Law Targeting Big Tech

Meta Enhances User Data Control, Resolving German Antitrust Dispute

X May Be Excluded from EU’s Strict Tech Rules, Sources Suggest

G7 Targets Competitive Imbalances in Semiconductor Industry

DOJ Weighs In on MediaTek-Realtek Antitrust Battle

Novartis Cleared of Wrongdoing in Swiss Competition Commission Investigation

Rio Tinto to Acquire U.S.-Based Arcadium Lithium in $6.7 Billion Deal

Biden Administration Warns of Price Gouging Risks Ahead of Hurricane Milton’s Landfall

Cleveland-Cliffs Clears Regulatory Hurdle in Stelco Acquisition

Antitrust Showdown: Google Confronts Threats to Its Business in App Distribution, Search, and Advertising

X Returns to Brazil After Supreme Court Ruling Clears Path

Lawmakers Urge Another FTC Investigation Into PBMs Over Co-Manufacturing Deals

CVS and UnitedHealth Demand FTC Chair Recuse Herself from Insulin Price Suit

Australia Unveils Largest Merger Reforms in Nearly 50 Years

Breaking Up Google? DOJ Floats Major Remedies in Search Monopoly Case

Walmex Awaits Antitrust Ruling as Mexican Regulator Probes Alleged Practices

Crypto.com Sues SEC, Alleging Regulatory Overreach in Crypto Industry

Elite US Universities Face New Antitrust Suit Over Financial Aid Practices

Kirkland & Ellis Strengthens Antitrust Practice with New Partner from FTC

TikTok Hit with Lawsuits from 13 US States and DC

Merck Wins Antitrust Immunity in Mumps Vaccine Case, U.S. Court Rules

UK Government Launches New Agency to Fast-Track Tech Regulation

McDonald’s Sues Beef Giants, Accusing Them of Price-Fixing Conspiracy

Federal Judge Orders Google to Open Android App Store Amid Antitrust Pressure

Federal Judge Greenlights FTC’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against Amazon, Tosses Some State Claims

Supreme Court Rejects Uber and Lyft’s Appeal in California Gig Worker Suits

Supreme Court Sidesteps 5-Hour Energy Pricing Case, Allowing Antitrust Claims to Proceed

Tempur Sealy and Mattress Firm Argue FTC Proceedings Are Unconstitutional in New Suit

Korean Telecom Giants Face Potential $4.1 Billion Fine Over Price-Fixing Allegations

Mexico’s Antitrust Authority Targets Gruma for Market Control

South African Food Prices Remain High Despite Easing Cost Pressures, Says Antitrust Agency

Veteran Lawyers Launch Boutique Antitrust Firm in NY and DC

EU’s Top Court Upholds Antitrust Veto on Thyssenkrupp-Tata Steel Deal

Brazil’s Court Delays X’s Return Over Fine Payment Dispute

Tencent and Guillemot Family Consider Potential Buyout of Ubisoft

Second Price-Fixing Case Against Hotel-Casinos Dismissed by Federal Judge

Federal Judge Keeps Antitrust Case Against Live Nation in New York, Rejecting Venue Change

FTC Chair Lina Khan Signals Possible Interest in Epic Antitrust Lawsuit

South Korea Fines Kakao Mobility $54.8 Million for Anti-Competitive Practices

Google Offers Settlement in India’s Antitrust Case Regarding Smart TVs

Tech Rivals Push for EU Crackdown on Microsoft Edge Dominance

Pork Industry Faces Legal Challenges as Antitrust Lawsuits Against Seaboard Foods Dismissed

CMA Strengthens Investigation with Advisory Panel of Veterinary Experts

US Merchants Sue Visa, Alleging Unfair Dominance in Debit Card Market

European Commission Appoints New Chief Competition Economist

EU Commission Requests Information from YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok on Algorithm Usage

Michael Jordan’s NASCAR Team Files Antitrust Suit Against Series, Claiming Unfair Practices

Novelist Sues Meta Over AI Use of Books

Judge Allows FTC Antitrust Case Against Amazon to Move Forward

SAP Leader Urges Caution on EU AI Rules, Warns of Competitive Disadvantage

Colorado’s Grocery Workers Unite to Oppose $24.6 Billion Supermarket Merge

Canada’s Competition Bureau Warns Businesses of Tougher Enforcement

Top Antitrust Lawyers Launch New Boutique Firm

Federal Judge Partially Dismisses FTC’s Antitrust Case Against Amazon

Malaysia Announces National Cloud Policy and AI Regulations

Mexican Antitrust Authority Nears Decision on Walmart Probe

New Illinois Lawsuit Questions Real Estate Algorithm Pricing

DOJ Backs Claims of UPMC’s Monopolistic Practices

South Korea Urged to Strengthen Big Tech Data Privacy Laws

Senators Introduce Bill to Strengthen Cybersecurity in Healthcare

FTC Targets Oil Executive John Hess Over Alleged Collusion with OPEC

Chevron Clears Major Hurdle in Hess Merger as FTC Approves Antitrust Review

Germany Targets Microsoft in Latest Antitrust Action Against Big Tech

Judge Dismisses Antitrust Claims Against Thomson Reuters in Legal Search Battle

Epic Games Files Fresh Antitrust Lawsuit Targeting Google and Samsung

Online Sellers Challenge Indian Antitrust Investigation Against Flipkart and Amazon

EU Assembles AI Experts to Shape Regulatory Framework

Brazil’s Supreme Court Orders Platform X to Pay $5 Million in Fines Before Service Can Resume

Oasis Ticket Price Surge Sparks Urgent Calls for Dynamic Pricing Reform

Grocers, Small Businesses Demand Fair Competition in Letters to Trump, Harris

Flipkart Sellers Sue Indian Antitrust Watchdog Over Competition Law Violation Findings

Meta Fined by EU for Data Protection Breach

Federal Trade Commission Withdraws from Labor Review Agreement

CMA Fines Tereos £25,000 for Failing to Provide Key Information in Merger Probe

Google Defends Its Role in Online Advertising Market in Antitrust Trial

Musk’s X Requests Brazil Supreme Court to Resume Service After Shutdown

Visa Acquires AI Firm Featurespace to Enhance Fraud Prevention

Visa Gears Up for Legal Fight with DOJ Over Debit Card Monopoly Allegations

UFC Fighters’ Lawsuit Settlement Resurfaces with $375 Million Offer

Ex-Amazon Seller Appario Files Lawsuit to Dismiss Antitrust Allegations

Google’s Antitrust Battles Could Take Years to Resolve, Says CEO Sundar Pichai

Swisscom Set to Acquire Vodafone Italia in Multi-Billion-Euro Deal

OpenAI Restructures to Attract Investors, CEO Altman to Receive Equity

FTC Cracks Down on Five Companies for Misuse of Artificial Intelligence

FTC Fights Back Against Florida Court Ruling on Noncompete Regulation

Italian Antitrust Watchdog Probes Shein Over Greenwashing Concerns

Google Escalates Cloud War, Filing Antitrust Complaint Against Microsoft in EU

Meta Holds Off on EU AI Pact, Focuses on Meeting AI Act Rules

Justice Department Sues Visa for Allegedly Stifling Rivals and Inflating Fees

Deutsche Boerse and Nasdaq Face EU Antitrust Probe in Derivatives Market

Meta, Ericsson Lead Industry Push for Cohesive AI Rules in Europe

UK Regulators Question Google’s Decision to Retain Third-Party Cookies

FTC’s Latest Report Lays Groundwork for Stricter Data Regulations

Cineplex Hit with $39 Million Fine for Deceptive Pricing Practices in Canada

Croatian Antitrust Body Approves ALFI and Ivicom’s Solar Project Takeover

EU Antitrust Watchdogs Raid Financial Firms Suspected of Cartel Activity

Khan Advocates for Market Competition Amid Inflation Crisis

EU Regulators Prepare to Challenge Google Over Search Practices

Australia’s Watchdog Takes Woolworths and Coles to Court Over Alleged Discount Scams

Epic Faces Antitrust Lawsuit from Particle Health Over Payer Platform Control

Xiaomi Requests CCI Retract Sensitive Report in Flipkart Antitrust Case

Qualcomm-Intel Merger Talks Raise Antitrust Concerns; Analysts Question Viability

Elon Musk Faces SEC Sanctions After Missing Testimony on Twitter Deal

France’s Competition Authority Greenlights FDJ’s Acquisition of Kindred Group

Qualcomm in Talks to Explore Intel Acquisition, Sources Say

Google’s Document Practices Under Fire Amid Antitrust Allegations

Tech Giants Push for Leniency in EU AI Regulations

Florida Startup Veamcast Files $10 Billion Antitrust Lawsuit Against Roku

FTC’s Lina Khan Lauds Corporate Focus on Antitrust in Deal-Making

FTC Takes On Prescription Drug Middlemen Over High Insulin Costs

EU’s Incoming Competition Head Pushes for Policy Shift to Support ‘European Champions

Google Challenges $217 Million Legal Fee Demand in Privacy Case

EU Moves to Enforce Apple’s Compliance with New Market Rules

California Attorney General Bonta Stands Firm Against Albertsons-Kroger Merger

New FTC Report Highlights Privacy Risks in Social Media Data Use

Dutch Watchdog Calls for More Powers to Probe AI Deals After Microsoft Acquisition

Brazil’s Supreme Court Orders X Not to Evade Platform Ban, Warns of Daily Fine

UK Competition Regulator Pushes Back Cloud Market Report Date for Further Review

Google’s Bid to End EU Antitrust Case with AdX Sale Rejected by Publishers

Google Challenges £7 Billion UK Lawsuit, Seeks Case Dismissal Over Alleged Market Abuse

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen Fined Nearly $1M for Antitrust Violation in Wells Fargo Deal

French Regulator Approves FDJ’s Kindred €2.45B Acquisition with Conditions

UK Competition Authority Targets Greenwashing with New Fashion Compliance Rules

California Takes Action to Shield Performers from AI Replicas

Qualcomm Loses Legal Battle Over EU Antitrust Fine, Court Slightly Reduces Penalty

DOJ Withdraws 1995 Bank Merger Guidelines, Affirms 2023 Standards

Meta Platforms May Face Major Fines Over Classified Ads Allegations

Google Wins Appeal Against EU’s €1.5 Billion Fine for Ad Monopoly Practices

Meta Introduces Teen Accounts to Address Growing Data Regulation Demands

FTC Lawyers Wrap Up Arguments to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Financial Regulator to Monitor CNMC’s Ruling on BBVA-Sabadell Acquisition

Green Day Ticket Prices Spark Controversy Amid Dynamic Pricing Concerns

Michael Kors Points to TikTok and Taylor Swift in Defense of Luxury Handbag Market in FTC Case

Irish Watchdog Probes Google’s AI Data Practices

Express Scripts Files Lawsuit Against FTC, Claims Drug Pricing Report Misleading

Resignation of Thierry Breton Sparks Debate Over Future of Tech Regulation in EU

Australia’s Push for Stricter Tech Laws Prompts Fiery Response from Elon Musk

With Ribera Nominated as Antitrust Chief, Big Tech Prepares for EU’s Next Moves

White House Forms Task Force to Address AI Infrastructure Demands

Vista and Blackstone in Advanced Talks to Acquire Smartsheet in $8 Billion Deal

Ursula von der Leyen Appoints Spanish Minister to Key Role in European Commission

US Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawsuit Against Bayer, Corteva, and Syngenta

YouTube CEO Argues Google’s Innovation, Not Monopoly, Drove Ad Tech Success

Samsung, Xiaomi Among Smartphone Brands Allegedly Involved in eCommerce Collusion In India

Appeals Court Sides with Exxon, Chevron in Price-Fixing Lawsuit

Nvidia Faces Antitrust Lawsuit in Strategic Filing Move by Xockets Inc.

UK Competition Regulator to Reform Pay System Amid Bias Allegations

TikTok Faces Intense Scrutiny as US Court Hears Case to Block Potential Ban

DirecTV and Disney Resolve Dispute, Restore Programming for Subscribers

UK Antitrust Authority Raises Concerns Over Vodafone-Three Merger

Brazilian Supreme Court Lifts Freeze on Starlink Accounts, Transfers $3.3 Million to National Treasury

Steptoe Expands Antitrust Practice with Key London Hire

Instant Ad Auctions at the Heart of Google’s Federal Monopoly Case

UCLA Professor Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Major Academic Publishers

German Court Rules in Favor of U.S. Paracyclist in Antitrust Case Against IPC

India’s Antitrust Report: How Did Amazon and Flipkart Violate Competition Laws

Google Knew Publishers Would Resist Ad Sales Changes, According to Internal Documents in Antitrust Trial

Federal Antitrust Trial Explores Potential Impact of Tapestry-Capri Merger

Australia Targets Big Tech with New Fines for Misinformation

Mastercard to Acquire Cybersecurity Firm Recorded Future for $2.65 Billion

Ireland Prime Minister: Apple’s €13 Billion Payment Could Fund Housing and Capital Projects

Regulators Probe Swisscom’s $8.8 Billion Vodafone Italia Deal

Amazon and Flipkart Breached Competition Laws, Indian Regulators Report

Google Exec Admitted Firm’s Goal Was to “Crush” Digital Ad Rivals, According to Court Docs

Former Michigan Football Stars File $50 Million Antitrust Lawsuit Against NCAA

Oasis Fans Could Be in Line for Ticket Refunds Amid Antitrust Concerns

FCC Chair Calls for More Competition to SpaceX’s Starlink Network

Singapore Salon Director Jailed for Contempt in Consumer Protection Case

Caroline Ellison Seeks Leniency After FTX Fraud Cooperation

UK Competition Watchdog to Investigate Carlsberg’s £3.3bn Takeover of Britvic

News Corp Faced Millions in Losses by Moving Away from Google Ads, Ex-Executive Testifies

EU Faces Critical Innovation Gap, Draghi Report Urges Antitrust Reforms

Womble Bond Dickinson and Lewis Roca to Merge, Forming 1,300-Lawyer Firm

Federal Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fidelity and Schwab

FTC Reportedly To Probe 7-Eleven Owner’s Potential Takeover by Couche-Tard

Teva Faces EU Antitrust Fine Over Copaxone Practices

EU’s Vestager Secures Major Wins Against Apple and Google Before Leaving Antitrust Role

Google Loses Appeal Over $2.7 Billion EU Antitrust Fine

EU Court Rules Against Apple in Landmark $14 Billion Tax Dispute

Google Faces DOJ Antitrust Trial, Publishers Watch Closely for Impact on Ad Market

India Moves to Challenge Big Tech Power in Digital Markets

US Tightens Grip on AI: New Reporting Rules for Developers and Cloud Providers

EU Court to Decide Apple’s €13bn Tax Battle

Google Lawyer Kevin Yingling Joins Freshfields Amid Antitrust Fight

Smaller Ad-Tech Firms Voice Concerns Over Google’s Privacy Sandbox Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

FTC Seeks to Block $8.5 Billion Tapestry-Capri Merger, Citing Competition Concerns

Qualcomm Reportedly Considering Acquisition of Intel’s PC Design Business

American Airlines and JetBlue Lose Bid to Dismiss Antitrust Lawsuits Over Former Alliance

Elizabeth Warren Supports DOJ Antitrust Probe Into Nvidia

Google Faces Major Antitrust Battle Over $20 Billion Ad Tech Business

UK Regulator Joins US in Antitrust Battle Against Google

Nvidia and Microsoft Sued for Allegedly Undercutting AI Technology Patent Prices

White & Case Strengthens Antitrust and M&A Practices with New Partner Additions

Federal Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawyers’ Fee Demand Over JetBlue-Spirit Deal

Boston Landlords Named as US Sues RealPage Over Alleged Rent-Inflating Practices

Judge to Weigh Landmark NCAA Settlement Proposal in Antitrust Lawsuit

EU Adviser: Google’s Block on Enel App May Violate Competition Laws

World’s First AI Treaty Set for Signing by US, UK, and EU Amid Concerns

Nvidia Refutes Claims of Subpoena Over Antitrust Concerns

Kroger’s $24.6 Billion Acquisition in Court Spotlight: CEOs Defend Deal Amid FTC Scrutiny

Ireland Ends Legal Battle with X Over AI Data Use

Microsoft Cleared of Antitrust Concerns by UK Watchdog Over Inflection AI Ties

DirecTV and Disney Dispute Could Signal Major Shift in TV Industry

Nvidia Shares Continue to Slide Amid Antitrust Probes and Market Concerns

Google Heads to Court in Major DOJ Antitrust Battle Over Ad Practices

Starlink Yields to Brazil’s Supreme Court, Blocks X as Legal Battle Intensifies

Vestager Responds to EU Court Ruling on Illumina-Grail Merger

Generics and Biosimilars: The Missing Piece in US Drug Price Negotiations

Greek Regulator Investigates Novartis for Alleged Unfair Practices

Artificial Intelligence Becomes Face of News in Venezuela Amid Journalist Arrests

Antitrust Experts Warn AI Could Fuel Price Fixing in Agriculture

EU’s Digital Services Act Faces Early Enforcement Struggles Amid Social Media Regulation

Google Faces Wave of Antitrust Lawsuits After Recent Court Rulings

EU Lawmakers Criticize Vestager Over Last-Minute Antitrust Chief Selection

Align Technology Agrees to $27.5M Settlement Over Antitrust Lawsuit

EU Court Sides with Illumina in High-Profile Merger Case

New York Civic Group Defends Fashion Merger Against FTC’s Antitrust Action

Antitrust Pressure Mounts as Oasis Fans Clash with Ticketmaster

DirecTV Faces Disney Blackout Amidst Antitrust Concerns

Starlink Refuses to Block X in Brazil Amid Regulatory Dispute

South Korean Authorities Probe Telegram Over Deepfake Content

Blackstone Acquires Major Stake in European Warehouse Portfolio

Puerto Rico Steel Executive Admits Guilt in Major Price-Fixing Case

EU Court to Deliver Verdict on Apple-Ireland Tax Appeal this Month

California DMV Proposes New Regulations for Autonomous Trucks

Brazil Suspends Elon Musk’s Social Network X Amid Ongoing Legal Dispute

NAR Appeals Circuit Court Decision, Takes DOJ Fight to Supreme Court

Alibaba Completes Antitrust Overhaul, Marking End of Regulatory Scrutiny

Geradin Partners Expands Paris Office with Key Hire

Judge Accuses Google of ‘Clear Abuse’ in Antitrust Case Over Deleted Employee Chats

Hong Kong Cleaning Company Employee Charged in Historic Antitrust Investigation Case

Inside the Yelp Suit: Allegations of Google’s Abuse of Search Power

AI Safety Bill Clears Hurdle in California, Heads to Governor’s Desk

Kroger Admits Price Increases Beyond Inflation, Sparking Support for Harris’ Proposal

UK Labour Shifts AI Focus to Public Sector amid Cost-Cutting Measures

Google Fights DOJ’s Witness List Ahead of High-Stakes Antitrust Trial

Yelp Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google Following Landmark Monopoly Ruling

Crabbers Expand Price-Fixing Lawsuit Against Northwest Processors

New Book Highlights Challenges for Next EU Commission Amid Digital and Industrial Convergence

Japan’s Antitrust Watchdog to Establish New Unit Targeting Tech Giants

Brazil Launches Antitrust Investigations into Big Tech AI Acquisitions

Disney and Reliance Gain Approval for $8.5 Billion Media Merger in India

JetBlue and Spirit Airlines Push Back on Law Firms’ Bid for Legal Fees in Abandoned Merger Case

Supreme Court Ruling Complicates FTC’s Bid to Block Tapestry-Capri Merger

Utah Joins DOJ’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against Ticketmaster, Strengthening Nationwide Effort

Baltimore Sues Major U.S. Shale Oil Producers Over Alleged Price-Fixing Conspiracy

365 Days of Enforcement: EU’s Tough Regulations Reshape Big Tech

OpenAI Supports California Bill for Mandatory AI Content Labels

Canada to Impose Sweeping Tariffs on Chinese Goods, Including Electric Vehicles

FTC Faces Crucial Test in Labor-Focused Antitrust Battle Over Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Banks and BASF to Pay $20M in Platinum Price Fixing Settlement

Federal Trial Begins as FTC Challenges $25 Billion Kroger-Albertsons Deal

Colombian Authorities Investigate Worldcoin Over Data Privacy Allegations

UK Professor Files Multi-Million Pound Suit Against Google’s Play Store

Australia’s Competition Watchdog to Monitor Airfares After Airline Withdrawals

Tech Leaders Warn Europe Risks Falling Behind Due to Complex AI Regulations

Siemens Healthineers Bids Over €200 Million for Novartis’ PET Imaging Business

Restaurants Resist Regulatory Crackdown on ‘Junk Fees

Mexico Moves Forward with Reform to Eliminate Key Regulators, Including Competition Watchdog

DOJ Sues RealPage for Alleged Rent-Fixing Scheme Using AI Software

Advance Auto Parts to Offload Worldpac for $1.5 Billion

Bronfman Ups Ante to $6 Billion in Paramount Battle, Skydance Deal at Risk

Google and California Strike Historic Deal to Fund Newsrooms Amid Controversy

Apple Overhauls EU Software to Comply with New Regulations

Appeals Court Revives D.C.’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against Amazon

Koch Foods Reaches Agreement to Settle Antitrust Wage-Fixing Claims

Disney-Reliance Cricket Rights Under Fire as Merger Faces Antitrust Hurdles

Japan’s Nissin Under Fire for Alleged Price-Fixing Practices

FCC Settles with Lingo Telecom for $1 Million Over Biden-Inspired Robocalls

UK Competition Watchdog Signals Potential Green Light for Barratt-Redrow Merger

South Africa’s Telecom Industry Pushes for OTT Platforms to Fund Network Infrastructure

Democratic Party Emphasizes Tech Regulation and Competition in 2024 Platform

California Set to Vote on Groundbreaking AI Regulation Bill

UK’s CMA Suspends Apple and Google App Stores Probes, Anticipates New Digital Laws

India’s Commerce Minister Criticizes Amazon for Alleged Predatory Pricing

Federal Judge Blocks FTC Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements

Google Faces Revived Lawsuit Over Chrome User Data Collection

Meta’s Revised Data Usage Commitments Approved by UK Competition Watchdog

EU Approves Record State Aid for TSMC’s New German Chip Plant

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Merger Clears Major Regulatory Hurdle

UFC Faces February 2025 Trial After Judge Rejects $335 Million Settlement

India’s Antitrust Body Raises Concerns Over $8.5 Billion Reliance-Disney Merger

Democrats Pressure Governor Newsom to Veto Controversial AI Bill

AI Firm Anthropic Hit With Class Action Lawsuit by Authors

Kroger Seeks to Block FTC Merger Case in Federal Court

LifeWallet Reaches $3.1 Million Settlement in Antitrust Case Against Drug Manufacturer

More States Join DOJ’s Antitrust Case Against Live Nation-Ticketmaster

Pilgrim’s Pride to Pay $100 Million in Settlement Over Alleged Farmer Pay Suppression

AMD to Acquire Server Maker ZT Systems for $4.9 Billion in AI Push

TikTok Urges US Appeals Court to Overturn Law Mandating Sale of US Assets

Kamala Harris Unveils Federal Ban on Food Price-Gouging in Campaign Speech

UK Watchdog Warns Parents Are Paying Too Much for Baby Formula Due to Weak Competition

Fortnite Returns to iPhones in Europe Amid Big Tech Scrutiny

Google Faces Possible Breakup as Justice Department Weighs Antitrust Remedies

Denmark Opts for New EU Commissioner, Ending Vestager’s Decade-Long Antitrust Reign

Federal Judge Delays Venu Sports, Citing Antitrust Issues

Reliance and Disney Seek to Smooth Over Antitrust Hurdles for $8.5 Billion India Merger

South Korean AI Chip Makers Rebellions and Sapeon to Merge

EU Industry Chief Warns Elon Musk to Comply with EU Law Ahead of Trump Interview on X

US Judge Dismisses Antitrust Suit Against Google, but Consumers May Get Another Chance

Objections Raised Against Landmark $2.7 Billion NCAA Settlement

Orrick Strengthens Antitrust and Competition Practice with New Partner Hire in London

Austrian Group NOYB Files GDPR Complaint Against X Over AI Data Use

UK’s Competition Watchdog Scrutinizes Synopsys’ $35 Billion Acquisition of Ansys

Valve Hit with New Class Action Suit Over Anticompetitive Practices in PC Gaming Market

Netflix Teams Up with CBS Sports to Stream NFL Games on Christmas Day

UK Government Considers Tighter Regulation of Social Media

Competition Bureau of Canada Seeks Public Input on New Competitor Property Controls Guidelines

Intel Faces Lawsuit from Anaconda Over Alleged AI Software Infringement

Antitrust Concerns Rise as UK Energy Market Faces Calls for Reform

Former Puerto Rican Steel Executive Pleads Guilty to Price-Fixing Conspiracy

Google Wins Another Round in Antitrust Battle Over Apple Search Deal

Japan Investigates Nissin Food Products for Price-Fixing

Advertising Group Suspends Brand Safety Unit Amid Lawsuit from Elon Musk’s X

DOJ Launches Antitrust Probe into Formula 1 Ownership Over Rejection of Andretti Global’s Bid

US Government Agencies Launch Coordinated Effort to Combat Solar Energy Scams

Apple Revises EU App Store Policies Amid Regulatory Pressure

Rumble Teams Up with Elon Musk’s X in Antitrust Lawsuit Against Global Ad Group

X Halts Use of EU Data for AI Training Amid Legal Scrutiny

UK Watchdog Probes Amazon’s Anthropic Partnership Amid Growing AI Regulatory Scrutiny

Paul Weiss Strengthens M&A Practice with Key Hires from Skadden

Elon Musk Hires Top Copyright Lawyer for New Lawsuit Against OpenAI

Apple’s AI Features Face Delays on EU iPhones Due to Regulations

Gov. Moore: Kamala Harris’s Antitrust Policies Would Boost Competition

Lawmakers Rally Against Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Lawmakers Urge DOJ and FCC to Investigate Potential Sports Streaming Monopoly

Two Law Firms Set to Gain $300 Million from Texas Biometric Privacy Settlement with Meta

UK Clears HPE’s $14 Billion Juniper Networks Acquisition

Air Incheon to Acquire Asiana Airlines’ Cargo Unit for $342 Million

UK Watchdog Provisionally Clears Sugar Deal

Fubo Battles Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery in High-Stakes Antitrust Hearing

New Colorado Law Enhances Consumer Protections in Event Ticketing Industry

China’s Data Watchdog Proposes Digital ID Rollout Amid Expert Backlash

Elon Musk’s X Files Antitrust Suit Against Global Advertising Alliance

UK’s CMA to Review IBM’s $6.4 Billion Acquisition of HashiCorp

Google Antitrust Ruling: A Cautionary Tale for Companies on Evidence Preservation

Australian Government to Introduce Slot Reforms at Sydney Airport to Boost Competition

Trump and Harris Diverge on AI Policy in Presidential Race

AI-Generated Music Sparks Copyright Battle in Music Industry

Google Loses Antitrust Battle Over Search Engine Dominance

ByteDance’s TikTok to Withdraw Rewards Program to Comply with EU Digital Laws

Mars Eyes $27 Billion Acquisition of Snack Giant Kellanova

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Opposes Legislation to Force TikTok Sale

UFC CEO Dana White Alleges Judge’s Personal Grudge in Antitrust Lawsuit

Nevada AG’s Office Aware of RealPage Amid Price-Fixing Allegations

Armenia Fines Courier Service Globbing for Unfair Competition Practices

Character.AI Founders Rejoin Google in Major Licensing Deal Amid AI Antitrust Concerns

Justice Department and FTC to Host First Public Meeting of Strike Force on Unfair and Illegal Pricing

21 States and 50 Lawmakers Back TikTok US Ban

Vodafone-Three £15 Billion Mega-Merger Faces Delay as CMA Extends Review

San Francisco Moves to Ban Algorithmic Price Setting in Rental Market

Nigeria’s Antitrust Regulator Stands Firm on $220M Fine Against WhatsApp

Hungary Fines Wizz Air for Misleading Customers

DOJ Launches Dual Antitrust Probes into Nvidia

Harris Outlines Plans to Curb Price Gouging and Ban Hidden Fees Ahead of Election

European Commission Approves $34 Billion Merger Between Bunge and Viterra

Apple Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Lawsuit in New Jersey Court

South Korea Loses Appeal Over $100 Million Payout to Elliott in Samsung Merger Dispute

EU Commission Approves HPE’s $14 Billion Acquisition of Juniper Networks

EU Commission Launches Public Consultation on Draft Guidelines for Dominance Abuses

US Progressive Groups and Senator Warren Urge DOJ Probe into Nvidia’s AI Chip Dominance

San Francisco First in Nation to Ban AI Rent Price-Fixing Software

DC Attorney General Sues StubHub Over Hidden Junk Fees

Judge Questions Jury’s Decision in NFL “Sunday Ticket” Lawsuit

Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Against AI Exploitation

Apex Capital Trust Challenges Skydance Media with $43 Billion Bid for Paramount Global

Russia Imposes Fines on Google and TikTok for Non-Compliance

Senate Committee Blocks Attempt to Prevent AI Disclosure in Political Ads

UFC’s $335 Million Settlement with Fighters Rejected by Federal Judge

Alaska Air Extends Review for $1.9 Billion Hawaiian Airlines Deal Amid Antitrust Concerns

Pennsylvania Governor Opposes Nippon Steel’s Bid for U.S. Steel, Citing Union Concerns

Live Nation Attorneys Granted Limited Access to Confidential Documents in Antitrust Case

UK’s CMA Deepens Investigation into Amex GBT’s Acquisition of CWT

EU Regulators Advocate Formalizing Disinformation Code Under DSA

Spain’s Antitrust Watchdog Slaps Booking.com with €413.2 Million Fine for Market Abuses

Russian Lawmakers Approve Cryptocurrency Use in International Trade

UAE Halts US Talks with AI Firm G42 Amid China Tech Concerns

UK Antitrust Regulator Probes Google’s Ties with AI Firm Anthropic

Medical and Industry Groups Seek Court Intervention Against FTC Noncompete Ban

Meta Strikes $1.4 Billion Deal with Texas Over Biometric Data Suit

Sixth Street to Acquire Enstar for $5.1 Billion in High-Profile Deal

Canadian Watchdog Launches In-Depth Study of Airline Industry

Hewlett Packard Nears EU Approval for $14 Billion Juniper Networks Deal

Volkswagen and Rivian Joint Venture Cleared by German Competition Authority

Mauritius Launches Antitrust Probe into Pharmaceutical Sector

DOJ Pushes for TikTok Sale Amid National Security Concerns

Australia to Introduce Gig Worker Protections in Food Delivery and Rideshare Sectors

OpenAI Poised to Compete with Google in Search Engine Market

Malaysia Introduces New Licensing Requirement for Digital Platforms

Drivers in Britain Still Overpaying for Road Fuel, UK Watchdog Reports

Six Major Banks Settle European Bond Price-Fixing Litigation

Italian Unit of Amazon Faces Second Probe for Suspected Tax Evasion

UnitedHealth Group Abandons Two Acquisitions Following Antitrust Division Scrutiny

LinkedIn Co-Founder Urges Vice President Harris to Replace FTC Head if Elected

Microsoft Outage Fuels Increased Antitrust Scrutiny of Cloud Giants

NCAA and Power Conferences File Historic Antitrust Agreement

Canadian Breadmakers Settle Price-Fixing Lawsuit

EssilorLuxottica Open to Meta as Shareholder, Says CEO Francesco Milleri

California Supreme Court Upholds Proposition 22, Securing Independent Contractor Status for Uber and Lyft Drivers

Paramount Global Investor Sues to Block Skydance Media Merger

Software Vendors Win Class Action Status in Antitrust Case Against CDK Global

Grab Halts Acquisition of Trans-cab Amid Antitrust Concerns

Meta Faces First EU Antitrust Fine Over Facebook Marketplace Integration

Colorado Judge Issues Temporary Block on Kroger-Albertsons $25 Billion Merger

Houston Christian University Denied Motion to Intervene in NCAA Antitrust Case

Democrats Introduce Bill to Hold Energy Companies Accountable for Collusion with OPEC

T-Mobile Seeks to Bolster Fiber Offerings with $4.9 Billion Metronet Acquisition

NCAA and Wealthiest Conferences Set to File $2.77 Billion Antitrust Settlement

DOJ Supports DIRECTV in Antitrust Appeal Against Nexstar

Daniel Lambauer to Take Over as COO of Competition and Markets Authority

Spanish Antitrust Officials Launch Investigation into Apple’s App Store Practices

Bosch’s $8.1 Billion Deal to Buy Johnson Controls, Hitachi HVAC Operations

Federal Judge Upholds FTC Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements in Antitrust Case

Thailand and the Philippines Work Together to Boost Competition Regulation

European Leagues and FIFPRO Europe to File Antitrust Complaint Against FIFA

FTC Launches Study on Data-Driven Targeted Pricing Practices by Eight Major Companies

Regulators in US, EU, and UK Sign Joint Statement to Ensure Fair Competition in AI

Bayer Faces Antitrust Battle in California Over Pet Care Market Practices

Google Reverses Decision to Eliminate Cookies in Chrome After Four Years of Efforts

Italy Seizes €121 Million from Amazon Unit Over Alleged Tax Fraud

European Commission Launches Antitrust Investigation into Delivery Hero and Glovo

Microsoft Defends Game Pass Price Hike in Response to FTC Criticism

SEC Launches Interagency Securities Council

Congress Demands Answers from CrowdStrike CEO Following Massive Global Outage

Dutch Competition Regulator Confronts Meta Over ‘Free’ Subscriptions

EU Antitrust Regulators Accept Vifor Pharma’s Pledge to Halt Disparagement of Rival

India’s Antitrust Body Heightens Scrutiny of Reliance-Disney $8.5 Billion Media Merger

Live Nation Seeks to Move DOJ Antitrust Case to Washington, D.C.

Microsoft Investigates European Commission’s Role in Recent CrowdStrike Outage

Woodside Energy Acquires Tellurian for $1.2 Billion, Strengthening LNG Export

Meta Eyes Multi-Billion Dollar Stake in EssilorLuxottica Amid High-Stakes Tech Rivalry

UK CMA Probes Macquarie’s Stake in Last Mile Infrastructure

NYDFS Bolsters Crypto Oversight with Dubai Regulator Veteran

Allegations of Collusion in PacifiCorp Wildfire Settlements, Buffett’s Utility Under Scrutiny

Meta Fined $220 Million by Nigeria’s Antitrust Agency Over WhatsApp Privacy Policy

Subscribers Defend $4.7 Billion Antitrust Verdict Against NFL in Court Filings

Von der Leyen Calls for Competition Policy to Boost EU Companies’ Growth

Vermont AG Sues Pharmacy Benefit Managers Over Drug Prices

Australians Face Increased Stamp Prices Following ACCC Approval

Live Nation Seeks Dismissal of DOJ Antitrust Allegations

Microsoft Reaches Agreement with French Tech Giant OVHcloud to Resolve Antitrust Complaint

Meta Eyes Major Buy in EssilorLuxottica to Boost Smart Glasses Development

Italy Launches Probe into Google Over Alleged Unfair Data Practices

UK Government Prioritizes Cautious Approach to AI Regulation in New Legislative Agenda

Thai Billionaire Sarath Ratanavadi to Merge Energy and Telecom Empires in $20.5 Billion Deal

Japan Fair Trade Commission Investigates Visa Japan for Anti-Monopoly Law Violation

ByteDance Loses Court Challenge Against EU Gatekeeper Designation

EU Antitrust Regulators Probe Google-Samsung AI Deal for Potential Anti-Competitive Practices

Trump Supports TikTok Despite Looming Ban Threat

Italy’s Competition Watchdog Probes Armani and Dior Over Worker Exploitation Claims

EU’s AI Legislation: Protection or Innovation Stifler?

House Oversight Panel to Probe Pharmacy Benefit Managers’ Role in Rising Healthcare Costs

Spanish Train Maker Talgo Receives Merger Offer from Czech Rival Skoda

Yandex Finalizes $5.4 B Asset Split, Marking Major Corporate Exit and Birth of New AI Venture

Tesla Switches Legal Teams in California Antitrust Class Action, Court Records Reveal

Citigroup Fined $136 Million for Insufficient Progress on Data Management Issues

UK Regulators Probe Microsoft’s Hiring of Inflection AI Staff

Google Wins Dismissal of Class Action Suit Over Mapping Products in California Federal Court

Google’s €470 Million Offer Fails to Deter EU Cloud Firms from Settling with Microsoft

Four Engineering Firms Agree to $26.5 Million Settlement in Wage Suppression Class Action

Surge in Mining Takeover Deals Anticipated Amid Rising Demand for Raw Materials

Poland Fines PayPal Europe $27.3 Million for Ambiguous User Agreements

Missouri Attorney General Intervenes in Tyson, Cal-Maine Antitrust Lawsuit

UK Regulators Investigate Big Tech’s Role in Digital Wallet Boom

French Regulators Investigate Nvidia for Anti-Competitive Practices

Real Estate Industry Braces for Overhaul Amid Justice Department Scrutiny

DOJ Jury Convicts Two Executives in Concrete Price-Fixing Conspiracy

Elon Musk’s X Found In Breach of EU Content Rules

AMD to Acquire EU’s Largest Private AI Lab, Silo AI, for $665M

Federal Appeals Court Rules Some College Athletes May Qualify as Employees

Singapore’s Watchdog Raises Concerns Over Grab’s Acquisition of Trans-cab

Republican Lawmakers Demand Intelligence Briefing on Microsoft’s AI Investments

Brazil’s Antitrust Authority Dismisses Two Cartel Investigations Due to Insufficient Evidence

UK Grocery Regulator Threatens Amazon with Investigation Over Supplier Treatment

House Committee Votes to Release Transcript of TikTok Hearing to Assist Justice Department

Judge Denies Alcon’s Motion for Summary Judgment in Antitrust Case

FTC Set to Sue Major Pharmacy-Benefit Managers Over Drug Pricing Practices

NCAA Settlement Faces Potential Delay as College Leaders Finalize Edits

Microsoft Strikes Multi-Million-Euro Deal to Settle CISPE’s Antitrust Complaint

Goodwin Announces New Additions to Antitrust & Competition Practice

Court Approves $50 Million Settlement in Pfizer EpiPen Price-Fixing Case

Devon Energy to Buy Grayson Mill’s Williston Assets for $5B

Kroger to Sell 579 Stores in 18 States to Secure Albertsons Deal

Brazil Joins Europe in Blocking Meta’s AI Training Using Public Posts

Portuguese Regulator Blocks Vodafone’s Acquisition of Nowo

EU Competition Chief Flags Nvidia AI Chip Supply Issue, Regulatory Response Unclear

UnitedHealth Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Alleged Misconduct Post Change Healthcare Acquisition

FTC Bans NGL App from Users Under 18 in Landmark Settlement

UK Pet Owners Paying Premiums for Treatments Due to ‘Humanization’ of Animals, CMA Finds

Tech Giants Warn of AI Risks in Recent Regulatory Filings

FTC Report Raises Concerns Over PBM Market Consolidation and Drug Prices

Carlsberg to Acquire Britvic for £3.3 Billion, Creating UK Beverage Powerhouse

Warner Bros Discovery Settles Shareholder Lawsuit Over $43 Billion Merger

UK Watchdog Appoints Three Senior Directors for New Digital Markets Regime

Belgium’s BCA Condemns Fire Protection Cartel for Bid Rigging

European Commission Launches Investigation into German State Aid for Lufthansa

Apple Approves Epic Games’ Marketplace App in Europe Amid Ongoing Feud

Delivery Hero Faces Potential €400 Million Fine, Shares Plummet

Paramount and Skydance Agee to Merge in 2.4B Deal

Netflix and Other Streaming Giants Challenge Canadian Rules on News Funding

Watchdog Urges Colorado Investigation into Potential Rent Price Collusion

Antitrust Battle Looms Over Apple’s Lucrative Safari Deal with Google

Zimbrón Rejoins Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton as Antitrust Partner in London

NFL Petitions Judge to Overturn $4.7 Billion ‘Sunday Ticket’ Verdict

NFL Antitrust Verdict Amounts to $4.7 Billion in ‘Sunday Ticket’ Case

German Competition Regulator Fines AVM EUR 16 Million for Price-Fixing Scheme

UK’s CMA Director Returns to Cleary Gottlieb as Antitrust Partner

Canada’s Competition Bureau to Expedite Guidance on Anti-Greenwashing Rules

Top Lawyers Face Off in Tempur Sealy’s Bid for Mattress Firm

Moldova Fines Six Fuel Retailers $27 Million for Price-Fixing

Federal Court Partially Blocks FTC’s Noncompete Ban

Saks Fifth Avenue’s Parent Company Acquires Neiman Marcus for $2.65 Billion with Amazon’s Support

Justice Department Accuses Assa Abloy of Antitrust Settlement Violation

California Lawmakers Advance AI Regulation Bill Amid Industry Backlash

Skydance Media Secures Preliminary Merger Deal with Paramount

Lufthansa Secures EU Approval for ITA Airways Stake Acquisition

EU to Impose Duties on Cheap Chinese Goods from Temu, Shein and AliExpress

Apple Seeks to Alter Court Ruling in China, Highlighting Market Dominance

Appeals Court Rejects Tony Award-Winning Producer’s Antitrust Suit Against Actors’ Union

Mylan and CVS Avoid Class Action in EpiPen Price-Gouging Allegations

Belgian Competition Authority Approves Largest Hospital Merger with Conditions

Commercial Metals Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Alleged Market Manipulation

New Zealand to Mandate Tech Platforms to Pay for News Content

New Regulations Hit Europe: Circle Receives MiCA Approval to Issue Stablecoins

Viatris Unit Mylan Cleared from DOJ Antitrust Investigation

European Telecom Giants Challenge US Big Tech Over Regulatory Equality

FTC Blocks Tempur Sealy’s $4 Billion Acquisition of Mattress Firm

Samsung Accuses Broadcom of Violating Antitrust Rules in Lawsuit

White & Case Appoints Rebecca Farrington as Co-Head of Global Antitrust Practice

Boeing Announces $8.3 Billion Definitive Agreement to Acquire Spirit AeroSystems

Bristol Myers Squibb Settles Israel Antitrust Case for $2.7 Million

French Antitrust Regulator to Charge Nvidia Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

Antitrust Authority Fines Italian Soccer Federation €4.03 Million

Supreme Court Orders Review of Social Media Regulation Laws

US Supreme Court Ruling on Swipe Fees Challenges Longstanding Federal Regulations

Meta Accused of Antitrust Breach by EU Regulators Over Ad-Supported Services

SGAE Fined €6.5 Million in Spain for Anticompetitive Licensing Practices

Coalition Urges End to VeriSign’s Domain Monopoly Before August 2nd Deadline

SCOTUS Overturns 40-Year-Old Chevron Decision, Signaling Major Shift in Regulatory Power

French Drugmaker Servier Loses Appeal Against EU Fine for “Pay-for-Delay” Deals

Federal Judge Suggests Visa and Mastercard Can Afford Higher Settlement

EU Scrutinizes Microsoft, Google, and Samsung AI Deals

Japan’s Antitrust Watchdog to Warn Toyota Subsidiary Over Unpaid Storage Costs

NFL Found Guilty of Antitrust Violations in ‘Sunday Ticket’ Trial, Must Pay $4.8 Billion

StarKist and Former Bumble Bee Foods Owner Settle US Price-Fixing Suit

Senate Probes Oil Giants for Price-Fixing with OPEC

Spain to Lodge Anti-Competitive Complaint Against French Rail Operator Ouigo

Jury Deliberates NFL’s ‘Sunday Ticket’ Class-Action Lawsuit

Indian Watchdog Dismisses Allegations of Google Abusing Dominant Position to Favor Truecaller

Massachusetts Top Court Clears Way for Voter Decision on Gig Driver Classification

French Pharmaceutical Servier Loses Court Battle Against EU Fine

Akerman Grows Washington DC Office

Google Opposes Epic Games’ Demands, Citing High Costs and Security Risks

AI Boom to Fuel Anticompetitive Behavior in Big Tech, Warns German Antitrust Chief

Six Flags and Cedar Fair Merge, DOJ Greenlights Deal

Disney Must Face Antitrust Lawsuit Over ESPN and Hulu Practices

Shopee Faces Antitrust Scrutiny Over Courier Service Practices in Indonesia

Drive for US Data Privacy Legislation Gains Bipartisan Support Amid Criticism

Hollywood Crew Union Secures AI Safeguards in New Three-Year Deal

House Republicans Aim to Slash Justice Department Funding

DoorDash’s Takeover Interest in Deliveroo Ends Over Valuation Dispute

OpenAI Expands through Acquisition Spree with Multi and Rockset Purchases

Central Banks Urged to Adapt Rapidly to AI Advances, Says BIS Report

Italian Automaker Fined for Misleading ‘Made in Italy’ Claims on Chinese Parts

Judge Rejects $30 Billion Visa, Mastercard Swipe Fee Deal

USDA’s New Rule Empowers Livestock Farmers in Antitrust Battles Against Meatpackers

AT&T CEO Calls for Big Tech Contribution to Subsidize Telecom Services

Pennsylvania Introduces New Bill to Tackle Gig Worker Misclassification

EU Accuses Microsoft of Antitrust Violations Over Teams and Office Bundling

Norwegian Salmon Firms Face New UK Lawsuit Over Price-Fixing Allegations

Apple Hit with EU Antitrust Charges, Now Faces New Probe

Texas Court Orders Deposition of Google Executives in Antitrust Case

UN Secretary-General Urges Tech Giants to Tackle Harm: ‘Acknowledge the Damage You Inflict’

EU Fines IFF €15.9M for Deleting WhatsApp Messages in Antitrust Probe

Live Nation Directors Sued for Anticompetitive Practices and Misleading Statements

Major Record Labels Sue AI Companies Over Copyright Infringement

DOJ Urges Reconsideration in REX vs. Zillow Antitrust Case Over NAR Rules

Germany’s Economy Minister: EU Tariffs on Chinese Goods Are Not Punitive

Meta in Talks to Integrate AI with Apple’s New iPhone System

UK Consumers Seek £382 Million Over Alleged Salmon Price-Fixing

South Korea Nears Conclusion of 16-Month YouTube Antitrust Investigation

Apple Halts Rollout of Key AI Features in EU Amid Regulatory Concerns

FTC Backs PTO’s New Patent Settlement Rules for Enhanced Antitrust Oversight

Australia’s ACCC Raises Concerns Over Olam Agri’s Namoi Cotton Acquisition

TikTok and ByteDance Challenge US Law Banning App in January

EU Rules Germany’s Casino Tax Schemes Breach State Aid Regulations

EU Adopts Strategic Spending to Compete with US and China, Says Vestager

In Memoriam: Heike Schweitzer, Renowned Law Professor and EU Competition Law Expert

Binance Hit with $2.25 Million Fine by India for AML Violations

Six Flags and Cedar Fair to Finalize $8 Billion Merger

Swiss Watchdog OKs UBS Takeover of Credit Suisse, No Competition Concerns

Big Tech Urged to Reveal Canadian Sales Figures in Antitrust Battle

UK Watchdog Probes HPE’s $14 Billion Juniper Networks Acquisition

Apple Faces ‘Very Serious’ Issues Under EU Digital Regulations, Says Vestager

Israel Competition Authority Announces Hearings for Supermarket CEOs on Cartel Allegations

Novant Scraps $320M Hospital Deal After FTC Court Block

FTC Refers TikTok Complaint to DOJ Over Privacy Violations

FTC Demands Truthful AI Claims, Warns of Regulatory Action

States Lead the Way as Federal Healthcare AI Regulations Stall

Farmers File Class Action Lawsuit Against Tyson Foods for Alleged Antitrust Violations

Six Flags and Cedar Fair Merger Set to Close July 1, Creating Theme Park Giant

Tesla Faces Renewed Class Action Over Repair and Parts Monopoly

European Industry Groups Warn Against Discriminatory EU Cloud Cybersecurity Rules

European Commission Raids Consultancy Firm in Tire Price-Fixing Probe

Ex-FTC Chief Trial Counsel Joins Milbank’s Antitrust Group

Booksellers Group Seeks to Support FTC in Antitrust Case Against Amazon

Air Incheon Emerges as Preferred Bidder for Asiana Airlines’ Cargo Business

Four Japanese Insurers Penalize Officials Over Price-Fixing Scandal

Sysco’s Meat Price-Fixing Settlement Enforceable, Federal Court Rules

Amazon Faces Class Action Lawsuit for Alleged Audiobook Market Monopoly

US Appeals Court to Hear TikTok Divestiture Case in September

Zillow and MLS Firms Settle ShowingTime Antitrust Suit

Apple Faces Potential $1 Billion Fine from EU Over Digital Markets Act Compliance

Germany Approves Sale of Thyssenkrupp Stake to Czech Billionaire

Microsoft President Grilled on Security and China Ties in Congressional Hearing

EU Set to Approve Lufthansa’s 41% Stake Acquisition in ITA Airways

Apple and Meta Face Imminent Charges Under EU Digital Markets Act

Discover Financial Services’ Pulse Network Settles Antitrust Lawsuit Against Visa

US Soccer Antitrust Battle Heads to Jury Trial

Google’s Attempt to Dismiss US Antitrust Case Over Digital Advertising Fails

Congressional Committee Advances Bill to Prevent College Athletes from Being Deemed Employees

Google Faces Privacy Complaint from Austrian Advocacy Group

White House Nominates Christy Goldsmith Romero to Lead FDIC

ACCC Flags Major Concerns Over Sigma-Chemist Warehouse $5.9 Billion Merger

Microsoft President Brad Smith to Testify Before Congress on Security Breaches

EU Introduces Stricter Transparency Laws in AI Act

EU Regulators Accuse Indian Drugmaker Alchem of Price-Fixing Cartel

Sony Acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Expands into Theater Ownership

Watchdog Groups Urge DOJ to Investigate YouTube for Antitrust Violations

NFL’s Antitrust Trial Exposes Intent Behind DirecTV’s Exclusive Sunday Ticket Deal

EU to Impose Up to 38.1% Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles

Pork Processing Giants Seek Dismissal of Antitrust Case Over Alleged Price Fixing

Canadian Court Orders Amazon to Hand Over Documents in Antitrust Investigation

Italy’s Competition Authority Concludes Probe into Intesa Sanpaolo and Isybank

Shari Redstone Halts Paramount Sale Talks with Skydance Media

Federal Court in Ohio to Hear Consolidated Tire Price-Fixing Cases

Four States Join Expanded Antitrust Suit Against Apple

Sen Warren Calls for Action on High Healthcare Costs Driven by ‘Serial Roll-Ups’

Italy Probes Novartis and Roche Over Eye Drug Competition

Deutsche Telekom Wins Legal Battle for EU Antitrust Fine Interest Reimbursement

India’s EU-Like Antitrust Law Raises Concerns Among Tech Giants

Apple and OpenAI Partnership Could Prompt EU Antitrust Regulation Revisions

Romania Approves Acquisition of Wind Plants by Alive Wind Power One

Cognizant Technologies to Acquire Digital Engineering Firm Belcan for $1.3 Billion

Turkish Competition Authority Fines Google $14.85 Million Over Hotel Search Practices

Google’s AI Search Engine Threatens Media Industry Amid Antitrust Concerns

Germany Approves Carmakers’ Wireless Tech Alliance

Former President Trump Suggests Easing FTC Scrutiny for Oil Industry if Reelected

Amazon Faces £1 Billion Lawsuit from British Retailers Over Data Misuse

Microsoft’s LinkedIn Halts Targeted Ad Tool to Comply with EU Regulations

FCC Requests Transfer of Net Neutrality Legal Challenges to DC Circuit Court

US Antitrust Chief to Prioritize AI Sector Amid Monopoly Concerns

Federal Court Hears Class-Action Suit Against NFL Over ‘Sunday Ticket’ Package

NCLT Approves Air India-Vistara Merger, Creating One of the World’s Largest Airline Groups

PGA Tour and LIV Golf in Active Talks to Finalize Merger

Minnesota Federal Judge Upholds Ruling in Pork Industry Antitrust Case

Antitrust Investigation Targets Major Pharma Companies in Italy

Turkish Watchdog Launches Investigation into Apple’s App Store Practices

FTC and DOJ Launch Antitrust Probes: Microsoft, OpenAI, Nvidia

Landmark £1 Billion Class Action Filed Against Amazon Over Data Misuse

NFL Faces Antitrust Trial Over ‘Sunday Ticket’ Telecast in Los Angeles

Judge Blocks Sysco’s Bid to Assign Price-Fixing Claims to Burford Capital

FTC Claims Meta Withheld Key Details in Instagram, WhatsApp Deals

Google Faces £13.6B UK Legal Battle Over Alleged Ad Market Dominance

Ninth Circuit Orders New Trial for Sutter Health in Antitrust Case

Italy’s Antitrust Watchdog Fines Meta for Unfair Commercial Practices

Remembering Anne Riley: A Pioneering Force in Antitrust Law

FTC Poised to Sue Largest US Alcohol Distributor Over Pricing Practices

Democrats Urge DOJ to Probe Alleged Oil Industry Price Fixing

Major Streaming Platforms Face New Canadian Cultural Levy

High Court Rules: Ryanair Cannot Sue Italian Watchdog in Ireland

Big Tech Under Watch: Spain Halts Meta’s Election Tools

Antitrust Eyebrows Raised at Green Thumb-Boston Beer Merger

Antitrust Efforts Slow Down Private-Equity Healthcare Mergers

Microsoft’s Efforts to Comply with EU Antitrust Rules May Require More Steps

AI Regulation and Human Rights: Building Trust through Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

FBI Raids Corporate Landlord in Major Rent Price-Fixing Probe

American Airlines Seeks New Arrangement with JetBlue Pending Court Ruling Reversal

EU Regulators May Proceed Without Seeking Feedback on EEX-Nasdaq Remedies

Paramount-Skydance Deal Reaches Agreement on Merger Terms

Paul, Weiss Welcomes Christopher M. Wilson as New Litigation Partner

Microsoft Nears Multi-Million-Euro Settlement to Resolve EU Antitrust Complaint

UK Probes Nationwide’s $3.7 Billion Acquisition of Virgin Money UK

Judge Demands Comprehensive Documents from Apple in App Store Contempt Hearing

UBS Completes Merger with Credit Suisse

EC Approves €5 Billion Italian State Aid for STMicroelectronics’ New Microchip Plant in Sicily

Clifford Chance Strengthens UK Antitrust Group

CISPE Denies Nearing EU Settlement with Microsoft Over Antitrust Complaint

Justice Department Moves to End NCAA Transfer Rule

Kenya’s Competition Authority Proposes Tougher Regulations on Big Tech

KKR Secures EU Antitrust Approval for $24 Billion Acquisition of Telecom Italia’s Fixed-Line Network

European Court Sides with Tech Giants in Italian Regulatory Dispute

US Steel and Nippon Steel Secure International Approvals for $14.9B Merger

EU Watchdog Mandates Boardroom Accountability for AI in Banks

Senate Democrats Urge DOJ Investigation into Alleged Big Oil Collusion

ConocoPhillips Acquires Marathon Oil for $22.5 Billion in Major Energy Sector Consolidation

Judge Denies Amazon’s Bid to Dismiss FTC Lawsuit Over Prime Membership Practices

Germany and France Advocate for Major EU Competition Reform

Equifax Accused of Monopolizing Employment Verification Market in New Suit

Car Battery Makers to Challenge EU Cartel Charges in Brussels

Agri Stats Must Face Price-Fixing Lawsuit, Judge Rules

States Ramp Up Antitrust Efforts with Expanding Legal Teams

Hess Shareholders Approve $53 Billion Merger with Chevron

EU Regulators Engage with Telegram as App Nears Critical Usage Threshold

EEX Offers Remedies to Address EU Antitrust Concerns Over Nasdaq Deal

BRG Expands European Competition Practice with New Expert Team in Brussels

UK Law Empowers Regulators to Fine Big Tech Without Court Approval

US Lobby Group Urges India to Reconsider Proposed EU-Like Competition Law

US Appeals Court Expedites Review of TikTok Divestiture Order

TIM Receives Positive EU Signals for Landmark Network Sale to KKR

T-Mobile To Acquire US Cellular’s Wireless Operations in $4.4 Billion Deal

Appeals Court Rejects Apple’s Bid to Block App Store Monopoly Lawsuit

EU Approves Net Zero Industry Act to Boost Clean Tech Manufacturing

Egyptian Merger Control Regime Set to Launch on June 2024

Airlines, Hotels, and Retailers Raise Concerns Over Google’s Search Changes

Canada’s Antitrust Regulator to Launch Study on Airline Industry Competition

UK Passes Digital Markets, Competition Bill to Curb Big Tech

Eight EU States Urge Brussels to Tackle Multinational Pricing Practices

Canada Investigates Major Grocers for Anticompetitive Practices

John Hess Scrambles to Secure Shareholder Approval for $53 Billion Chevron Merger

Petrobras Retains Refineries and Gas Pipeline in CADE’s Landmark Reversal

Meta Proposes New Data Limits on Facebook Marketplace in UK Amid CMA Oversight

EU Industry Chief Calls for Unified Tech Regulations Between US and Europe

NCAA and SEC Approve Historic $2.8 Billion Settlement in Antitrust Cases

Apple Defends 27% Fee in Compliance with Court Order, Phil Schiller Testifies

French Billionaire Xavier Niel Eyes $4 Billion Millicom Buyout

ITA-Lufthansa Merger Faces Scrutiny from European Commission

Google Explores Major Acquisition of HubSpot to Bolster Cloud

UK’s Veterinary Sector Faces Formal Market Probe Over Pricing Concerns

US Food Giant Mondelēz Fined €337.5 Million for Breaching EU Antitrust Rules

Justice Department Sues to Break Up Live Nation Over Antitrust Violations

Woolworths Calls On ACCC To Conduct a “Fact-Based” Inquiry into Supermarket Competition

EU Chips Act Set to Attract Over €100 Billion in Private Investment by 2030

Brazil’s Antitrust Regulator Approves New Terms for Petrobras Agreement

Apple Challenges €1.84 Billion EU Fine Over App Store Restrictions

SEC Urges Lawmakers to Reject New Crypto Bill, Citing Market Risks

Minnesota Federal Judge Denies Agri Stats’ Bid to Halt Discovery in Antitrust Lawsuit

Chevron-Hess Merger Faces Increased Uncertainty Amid Legal Challenges

Judge Dismisses Crab Price-Fixing Claims Against Pacific Seafood

NCAA Antitrust Settlement Clears First Approval Stage

Justice Department’s Antitrust Chief Celebrates Merger Stoppages

Scarlett Johansson Accuses OpenAI of Mimicking Her Voice for ChatGPT

Brazil’s Central Bank Announces Phased Approach to Crypto Regulation

Romania’s Competition Authority Approves Acquisition of Meat Product Retailers by Abatorul Peris

SEC Mandates Swift Response: Wall Street’s New Data Breach Rules Explained

Senators Urge DOJ and FTC to Investigate Formula 1 Over Rejection of Andretti Global

Apple Fights €1.8 Billion EU Fine Over Music Streaming Competition

UK Payments Regulator Criticizes Visa and Mastercard Over Fee Hikes

Global Leaders Pledge to Develop AI Technology Safely Amid Regulatory Challenges

French Competition Watchdog Raids EPC Groupe

Nippon Steel Vice Chairman to Visit US for Key Meetings in U.S. Steel Acquisition

Google Pays Damages to US Government in Attempt to Avoid Jury Trial in Antitrust Case

Nature’s Miracle and Agrify Terminate Merger Agreement Amid Challenges

UK’s AI Safety Institute to Open US Office Amid Growing Calls for Global Collaboration

South Korean Regulator Targets Foreign Casinos

Colorado Enacts Landmark AI Regulation Law to Combat Algorithmic Discrimination

Top Antitrust Attorney Joins Hunton Andrews Kurth

DOJ and TikTok Seek Expedited Court Review Over Divestment Law

Uruguayan Antitrust Scrutiny Puts Major Meatpacking Deal Between Marfrig and Minerva on Hold

Alaska Airlines Seeks Dismissal of Consumer Lawsuit Over $1.9 Billion Hawaiian Airlines Buy

Idaho Attorney General Orders Split of Kootenai Health and Syringa Hospital

Court Rejects T-Mobile’s Appeal Bid in Antitrust Case Over Sprint Merger

Google Requests Judge, Not Jury, to Decide on Antitrust Case

Apple Faces Contempt Hearings Over App Store Reforms

T-Mobile Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Sprint Merger After Appeal Denied

Google Faces Backlash Over Introduction of AI-Generated Summaries in Searches

CMA Launches Phase 2 Probe into AlphaTheta’s Acquisition of Serato

NFL Executive Escapes Testifying in High-Stakes Trial Over Televised Games

EU Consumers Lodge Complaint Against Chinese Retailer Temu Over Content Rules Breach

EU Regulators Assessing Car Repair Market Amid Calls for Increased Competition

Turkish Competition Authority Imposes Fine on Google for Local Search Services

Former Novartis Executive Sentenced to Probation for Role in Generic Drug Price-Fixing Scheme

NCAA Faces Bankruptcy Threat from Antitrust Lawsuits

K&L Gates Expands Antitrust Practice with New Partners

Polish Regulators Probe PS Store and Steam for Antitrust Violations

French Regulator Drops Meat-Cutting Sector Case Following Antitrust Review

Arizona Attorney General Files Suit Against Amazon Over Unfair Business Practices

Varsity Spirit and Private Equity Owners Settle Class Action Antitrust Suit

US Senators Present AI Strategy, Call for Funding Surge

Hausfeld Strengthens Competition Bench with Key Hires in London and Germany

UK’s CMA Investigates Education Software Company for Market Abuse

Schumer Urges FTC Caution on Chevron’s $53B Hess Deal Over Gas Price Fears

Amazon Urges US Judge to Block FTC Probe into Data Preservation

Colorado Makes History: First State to Enact Comprehensive AI Legislation

Class Action Settlement Reached in Cheerleading Monopoly

DOJ Nears Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation

Chile Proposes Legislation to Regulate Artificial Intelligence

Proposed NCAA Antitrust Settlement in the Works, Says Attorney

Senator Calls for Independent Cybersecurity Agency to Safeguard Consumer Data

Artificial Intelligence Threatens Global Job Market, Warns IMF Chief

Judge Dismisses Antitrust Suit Against Welsh Carson Anderson & Stowe

Antitrust Lawsuit Targets RTX’s Pratt & Whitney Canada

Former Sales Pro Admits to Bid Rigging Targeting US Schools

Macron Advocates EU Financial Integration Amid Push for Global Competitiveness

Microsoft Faces EU Antitrust Charges Over Teams Software

EU Antitrust Complaint Filed Against Edwards Lifesciences by Indian Rival Meril

South Korea’s Antitrust Watchdog Partners with AliExpress and Temu to Address Safety Concerns

EU Designates Booking.com as ‘Gatekeeper’ Under Digital Markets Act

US Airlines Challenge Biden Administration Over New Airfare Fee Disclosure Rule

Major App Developers Shun Apple’s New Payment Options, Citing Unfavorable Fees

Ex-Contractor Pleads Guilty to Rigging Bids in Wildfire Fuel Services for US Forest Service

UK Newspapers Warn Apple Against “Web Eraser” Feature’s Threat to Journalism

Microsoft Ordered to Pay $242 Million in Patent Infringement Case

UK Antitrust Authority Launches Formal Probe into Olink’s Sale to Thermo Fisher

Google Faces Fines in Russia for Violating Antitrust Rules on YouTube

US DOJ Intensifies Scrutiny on AI Competition Amid Big Tech Investments

Plaintiffs Seek Communications In Antitrust Case Against Pioneer

UK Government Approves Vodafone-Hutchison Merger

Senate Majority Leader Announces Plan for AI Regulation Framework

BBVA Initiates Aggressive Takeover Bid for Sabadell

TikTok to Label AI-Generated Content Amid Election Interference Concerns

Italy’s Antitrust Authority Imposes Heavy Fines on Car Rental Giants

Florida Firefighters’ Pension Fund Settles Lawsuit Against Carl Icahn for $2.2 Million

Hermes Fights Back Against ‘Far-Fetched’ Birkin Bag Lawsuit

European Music Streaming Firms Rally Against Apple’s Proposed Remedies

Google and South Carolina Clash Over State Records Demand

Telefonica Germany Teams Up with Amazon Web Services to Migrate 5G Customers

Federal Judge Grants $7.4 Million Settlement in Pork Price-Fixing Case

Wilson Sonsini Bolsters Antitrust and Competition Practice with Key Partner Returns

EU to Scrutinize Telecom Italia’s Network Sale to KKR

Turkey Hits Meta with $37.20 Million Fine Over Data-Sharing Practices

Google Seeks Dismissal of UK Suit Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

Redfin Settles $9.2M Commission Inflation Lawsuits

DOJ Supports Colorado’s Efforts to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Japan Considers Regulation of AI Developers

European Commission Extends Decision Deadline for Ita-Lufthansa Merger

UK, US and Australia Sanction Senior Leader of LockBit Cybercrime Gang

Spanish Startup Association Slams Microsoft’s Cloud Practices

TikTok and ByteDance File Lawsuit Against US Law Mandating App Sale

Apollo, Sony Bid to Acquire Paramount Faces Regulatory Hurdles

Turkey Fines Meta $10.4 Million for Abusing Market Dominance

Canadian Watchdog Launches Inquiry into Lululemon’s Greenwashing Practices

Massachusetts Supreme Court Deliberates On Ballot Redefining Gig Worker Status

European Commission Approves Nippon Steel’s $14.9 Billion Buyout of U.S. Steel

Banco Sabadell Rejects Rival BBVA Merger Proposal

Novo Nordisk Foundation’s Acquisition Faces Regulatory Hurdles

Microsoft’s MAI-1 to Compete with Google and OpenAI in AI Language Models

Qantas Settles ‘Ghost Flights’ Case With Australian Watchdog for $120 Million

Compass Lexecon Expands EMEA Presence with Opening of Lisbon Office

EU Extends Support for Farms and Fisheries Amid Market Disruptions

Sony and Apollo Bid $26 Billion for Paramount Acquisition

Goldman Sachs Resolves Decade-Old Metal-Rigging Class Action Lawsuit

Italian Antitrust Ruling Puts Halt on Intesa Sanpaolo’s Fintech Ambitions

Google Antitrust Case: Closing Arguments Conclude

NCAA Faces Potential $2.7 Billion Settlement in Landmark Suit

Google Responds to Epic’s Antitrust Demands as ‘Overreaching’ and ‘Unnecessary’

Judge Mehta Questions Both Sides in Landmark Google Antitrust Case

FCC Urges Urgent Funding for Removal of Chinese Telecom Equipment from U.S. Networks

Former Pioneer CEO Facing Potential Criminal Charges For Colluding With OPEC

South Korea’s Antitrust Regulator Greenlights K-Pop Powerhouse Deal

Exxon’s Pioneer Purchase Approved, Former CEO Barred from Board

Colorado Senate Rejects Bill Barring Rent-Setting Algorithms

Bayer Faces US Antitrust Suit Over Pet Meds Competition

Landmark Monopoly Trial Between DOJ and Google Wraps Up

Lawmaker Probes FTC and EU’s Role in Amazon’s Failed iRobot Acquisition

FTC to Approve Exxon’s $64 Billion Deal with Pioneer Resources

UK Competition Watchdog Raises Alarm Over Nvidia’s ARM Takeover

Sen. Klobuchar Urges Regulators to Probe Collusion in Healthcare Pricing

Multiple States Join Tennessee’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against NCAA Over NIL Rules

NY AG Joins Suit Challenging NCAA’s Restrictions on Student Athlete NIL Rights

BBVA Pursues Merger Talks with Banco Sabadell

EU Antitrust Regulators Investigate Apple’s Mobile Payment System

Watchdog Reviews Allegations of Collusion Against Pernod Ricard in India

College Sports Leaders in Intensive Talks to Settle NIL Antitrust Case Against NCAA

EU Investigates Facebook’s and Instagram’s Handling of Disinformation Ahead of Elections

Antitrust Lawsuit Targets Hotel Giants for Alleged Price Fixing with AI

ABA Seeks to Join FTC Lawsuit Against Amazon Over Antitrust Concerns

Google Agrees to Pay News Corp for AI-Related Content

FTC Challenges Pharma Patent Listings to Lower Drug Prices

Walmart’s Vizio Acquisition Faces FTC Antitrust Review

Pfizer Settles Remaining Effexor XR Antitrust Claims for $25.5 Million

South Korean Regulator Approves LG Uplus and Kakao Mobility EV Charging Venture

Federal Judge Dismisses Doctors’ Antitrust Suit Against Ohio Health System

Paramount CEO Bob Bakish Steps Down as Merger Inches Closer

EU Brands Apple’s iPadOS as Gatekeeper in Tech Crackdown

Brussels to Investigate Meta Platforms’ Handling of Disinformation on Facebook and Instagram

OpenAI Faces Privacy Complaint in Vienna Over ChatGPT’s Data Handling

EU Launches Investigation into Czech State Aid for Digital TV Operators

UK Probes Lindab’s Acquisition of HAS-Vent Amid Fears of Market Monopoly

Shein Faces EU Regulations Over User Data

Google Fights Back Against US Antitrust Lawsuit

US Homeland Security Establishes Blue-Ribbon Board with Tech CEOs to Advise on AI

FTC Accuses Amazon Executives of Using Disappearing Messaging Apps to Conceal Evidence

T-Mobile’s Acquisition of Ka’ena Corporation Receives FCC Approval

UK Regulator Announces Two New Senior Executive Appointments

Paramount Global and Skydance Media Near Merger Deal, Eyeing CEO Change

ByteDance Prefers Shutdown Over Sale of TikTok Amid US Ban Threats

Apple Rejects Spotify’s Updated App Over In-App Pricing Disclosure

FCC Set to Reinstate Net Neutrality Rules Today

Chamber of Commerce Sues to Overturn FTC Noncompete Ban

FTC Chief Warns of Healthcare Price Fixing Risks Amid Tech Advancements

Amazon’s Investment in Anthropic Faces Antitrust Scrutiny

Italian Antitrust Authority Fines Amazon €10 Million for Unfair Trade Practices

Tuta Mail Raises Alarm Over Google Search Ranking Plunge Amidst DMA Rollout

UK Regulator Investigates Tech Giants’ AI Partnerships Amid Competition Concerns

TikTok CEO Confident of Overcoming US Ban: ‘We’re Here to Stay’

EU Conducts First-Ever Raids on a Company Under Foreign Subsidies Regulation

FTC Moves to Ban Non-Compete Agreements, Aiming to Boost Labor Mobility

Federal Judge Nods at $418M Deal in Real Estate Antitrust Suit

Mexican Watchdog Probes Amazon and Mercado Libre Over Loyalty Bundles

Competition Commission of India to Probe AI Landscape for Competition

Canada’s Agricultural Giants in Antitrust Spotlight

US House Passes Bill That Could Lead to TikTok Ban

ADM CFO Resigns Amidst DOJ Investigation Into Accounting Issues

FTC Throws the Bag: Tapestry’s Capri Deal Blocked Over Market Monopoly Concerns

Italy’s Antitrust Authority Investigates Enel’s Communication of Energy Price Hikes

UK Data Regulator Uncovers Flaws in Google’s Privacy Sandbox Proposal

Japan’s Antitrust Body Orders Google to Amend Ad Search Practices

Senator Blackburn Blasts Ticketmaster Amid DOJ Probe

Kroger and Albertsons Move to Sell Stores in Merger Effort

EU Threatens Suspension of TikTok Lite’s Reward Program

US Soccer’s Monopoly Challenged: Supreme Court Agrees

Swisscom Wins Appeal Against Antitrust Fine

FTC Chair Talks to Iowa Farmers Over Fertilizer Monopoly Concerns

EU to Decide on KKR’s Telecom Italia Buyout by May 30

EU Targets Adult Content Giants Under New DSA Rules

Court Sets Preliminary Injunction Hearing Date in Fubo Antitrust Suit Against Spulu

John Malone Steps Down from Charter Communications Amid Antitrust Probe

DOJ and FTC Introduce Website for Reporting Anti-Competitive Healthcare Practices

US Congress Advances Legislation to Compel TikTok Sale

UK Financial Sector Advocates Enhanced Regulatory Accountability

Google and All 50 States Defend $700 Million Consumer Settlement

Colorado Enacts First Law to Protect Consumer Brainwave Data

Hong Kong Authorities Crack Down on Bid-Rigging: 20 Arrested in Corruption Sweep

EU’s Vestager Cautions Against Telecoms Merger Threats to Competition

EU Regulators Set to Clear Microsoft’s $13B OpenAI Investment

Biden Pledges to Block US Steel Acquisition by Japanese Firm

Canada Targets Tech Titans with New Digital Tax in 2024

EU Privacy Watchdog Calls for Meta to Offer Ad-Free Option

Japan’s Antitrust Overhaul Targets Tech Titans Like Apple

Ryanair to Amplify Italian Presence Despite Antitrust Issues

FTC to Vote on Ban on Noncompete Clauses in Employment Contracts

Unions & SMBs Urge Congress for Antitrust Funding Boost

DirecTV to Appeal Court Decision in Antitrust Challenge Against Nexstar

EU Cybersecurity Label Vote Delayed Amidst Big Tech Debate

US DOJ to Sue Live Nation for Alleged Antitrust Violations

Japan Probes Google for Alleged Ad Monopoly

UK Begins Drafting Regulations for Advanced AI Models

MGM Files Suit Against FTC and Chair Khan Over Handling of Cyber Attack

Lufthansa’s Revised Offer for ITA Airways Stake Faces EU Hurdles

Hermes Enlists Top Legal Team to Combat Birkin Bag Lawsuit

Adobe in Partnership Talks with OpenAI

Deal Between Coach, Michael Kors Owners Clears Regulatory Hurdles in EU and Japan

EU Launches Probe into Broadcom’s VMware Tactics

Supreme Court Denies Visa and Mastercard’s Bid to Review ATM Pricing Case

Tighter Antitrust Enforcement Could Spell Trouble for Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway

Australia’s ACCC Seeks Massive Fine for Qantas Violations

Norwegian Competition Regulator Revamps Fines for Grocery Giants

Apple Denies Violating Court Order Amidst Ongoing Battle with Epic Games

EU Approves Illumina’s Divestment Plan for Grail After Two-Year Battle

DOJ Signals Less Extensive Overhaul of Hart-Scott-Rodino Filing Process

Epic Games Pushes for Competition in Google Play Store After Antitrust Verdict

Dish and DirecTV Back Fubo in Sports-Centric Antitrust Dispute

EU Antitrust Decision Expected for Nippon Steel’s US Steel Acquisition Next Month

South Korea Ordered to Pay $32 Million in Samsung Merger Dispute”

Margrethe Vestager Leads EU Charge on Chinese Green Tech

AI Big Tech Investments Spark UK Antitrust Concerns

EU-US Joint Technology Competition Policy Dialogue Strengthens Transatlantic Cooperation

Pfizer’s Wyeth to Pay $39 Million to Settle Antitrust Claims on Effexor XR

Shift in DOJ’s Antitrust Case Against Apple as Judge Recuses Himself

Norwegian Retailers’ Antitrust Fines Slashed

DOJ Investigates AI Firms with Shared Board Members

EU Companies Criticize Proposal Favoring Big Tech in Cloud Computing Contracts

EU’s New Digital Law Boosts Independent Browsers

Korea’s Antitrust Regulator Orders Samsung to Rectify Business Interference Practices

Italy’s Antitrust Watchdog Calls for Hearing-Aid Market Overhaul

UK Antitrust Authority Warns Nail Technicians Against Price-Fixing

Amazon Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Lawsuit Over Web Traffic Sharing

Italy Unveils Plan to Combat AI Misuse with Harsher Fines

McConnell Advocates for TikTok’s US Divestiture

Senate Majority Leader Raises Concerns Over Capital One’s Discover Acquisition

Apple Partners with Shutterstock for AI Image Training

White & Case Grows German Antitrust Team

European Commission Greenlights Smurfit Kappa Group and Westrock Merger

Federal Appeals Court Rules Texas Judge Erred in Transferring Credit Card Late Fee Suit

Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau Announces $2.4 Billion Investment in AI

EU Scrutinizes Apple’s Compliance with Antitrust Order, Spotify Awaits Resolution

Google’s Potential Acquisition of HubSpot Faces Regulatory Hurdles

Austal Deliberates Takeover Bid Amidst Naval Partner Concerns

Senate Leader Prioritizes TikTok Legislation

Russian Regulator Probes Supermarkets Amid Egg Price Surge

Apple Introduces Changes in App Store Policies Following EU Mandate

Federal Appeals Court Allows DOJ to Reopen Antitrust Probe of National Association of Realtors

EU Ends Antitrust Probe into Fashion Designers

Meta Challenges FTC’s Antitrust Lawsuit, Citing Lack of Evidence

Labour Candidate and Blur Drummer Leads Lawsuit Against PRS Over Alleged ‘Black Box’ Royalties Violation

South African Antitrust Agency to Investigate Microsoft Over Cloud Computing Licensing

FTC Issues Warning Letters to Pfizer, Thermo Fisher, and Others

Russia’s Antitrust Agency Pressures Apple Over Banking and Payment Access

UK Launches In-Depth Probe into Vodafone-Hutchison Merger

UK’s CMA Raises Concerns Over Spreadex-Sporting Index Acquisition

Paramount and Skydance in Exclusive Talks for Merger: Reports

EU Antitrust Chief Concerned Over Microsoft’s Hiring Spree in AI Sector

Mastercard to Increase Credit Card Fees Despite Recent $30 Billion Settlement

EU Launches Probes into Chinese Firms Over Solar Subsidies

ITA Airways Chairman Affirms Unwavering Commitment to Lufthansa Merger

FCC Set to Reinstate Net Neutrality Rules and Expand Broadband Oversight

Biden Raises Concerns Over TikTok Ownership in Call with Xi Jinping

Proskauer Bolsters Antitrust Practice with Appointment of Mark Rosman as Partner

Yahoo Acquires AI News Platform Artifact

Skadden Hires Former Antitrust Section Chief as Partner in DC

French Lawmakers Target Cloud Monopolies

Jon Stewart Claims Apple Discouraged Lina Khan Interview Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Mountaire Farms and Case Foods Settle Wage Suppression Lawsuit

EU Regulators to Reassess Criteria for Assessing Companies’ Market Influence

Charles River Associates Boosts Antitrust Practice in Canada

Warner Bros. Discovery Directors Step Down Amid DOJ Antitrust Probe

United States and Britain Forge AI Safety Partnership

US Judge Rules Blue Cross Blue Shield Must Face Ford Antitrust Suit

Advent International Acquires Nuvei in $6.3 Billion Deal

Liberty Media Acquires Majority Stake in MotoGP

Google Settles Lawsuit by Agreeing to Destroy Billions of Data Records

Singapore’s Competition Watchdog Scrutinizes Grab-Delivery Hero Deal

Former DOJ Assistant Chief Joins Foley & Lardner’s Antitrust Team

Microsoft Unbundles Teams Globally Amid Heightened Antitrust Scrutiny

New UK Rules Aim to Enhance Competition in Payday Loan Market

Japan and EU to Collaborate on Next-Generation Chips and Batteries, Nikkei Reports

US Court Rules Against Meta Platforms’ Delay in FTC Privacy Probe

Biden Administration’s Labor Competition Focus Expands to Bank Noncompetes

Warren Buffett Trims Apple Holdings Amid Antitrust Lawsuit

Swisscom Faces Massive Infrastructure Challenge Amid Antitrust Measures

Apple Refutes DOJ’s Antitrust Allegations, Calls Lawsuit Misleading

FTC Urged to Enforce Rarely Used Antitrust Law Against Retail Giants

UK’s Fingleton Bolsters Team with New Additions

Britain’s Competition Regulator Clears Aviva’s Acquisition of AIG Life UK

White House Implements New AI Safeguards to Protect Rights and Safety

Denver Court Sets August Date for Kroger-Albertsons Merger Showdown

UK Watchdog Says Fuel Retailers’ High Margins Spark Overcharging Concerns

Canadian School Boards Sue Social Media Giants for $4 Billion

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Enter Timing Agreement with DOJ

Sam Bankman-Fried Gets 25-Year Sentence for $8B Crypto Fraud

Walmart Withdraws and Refiles Antitrust Review Application for Vizio Acquisition

Apple Prevails in Dismissal of Crypto-Payment Antitrust Lawsuit

Amazon Fined in Poland for Misleading Customers

Credit Card Rewards Under Threat as Visa, Mastercard Settlement Impacts Swipe Fees

UK Fashion Giants Commit to Honest Environmental Claims

Former Traders Lose Appeal Against Libor Rigging Conviction

UK Urged to Bolster Software Industry Amid European Struggles

EU Court Upholds Tech Rules: Amazon Loses Battle Over Advertising Clause

FTC May Sue or Settle with TikTok in Privacy Probe

Class Action Lawsuit Accuses American Express of Overcharging Merchants

Alibaba Offers $3.75 Billion for Remaining Stake in Cainiao

South Korea’s Antitrust Regulator Launches Study to Analyze E-commerce Sector

Portugal Halts Sam Altman’s Worldcoin Biometric Data Collection Amid Privacy Concerns

China Bans Intel, AMD Chips and Microsoft OS from Government Computers

EU Official Urges Reinforced Public Admin Amid AI Regulation, Budget Constraints

EU Launches Formal Probe into Zoetis Over Alleged Competition Violations

Visa and Mastercard Reach Landmark Settlement, Slashing Transaction Fees in the US

Linklaters Appoints New Global Practice Head of Antitrust

EU Probes Big Tech Under the DMA: Why?

FTC Intervenes in Teva’s Inhaler Litigation Against Amneal Amid Patent Crackdown

Saks Fifth Avenue Faces Antitrust Battle in New York Court

UK Competition Watchdog Expresses Concerns Over Funeral Sector

Allen & Overy Expands Presence in Middle East with Riyadh Office Launch

Romanian Agency Embraces AI for EU Farm Funds

Apple Hit With New Consumer Suits Over Smartphone Market Monopoly

EU Antitrust Regulators Warn Lufthansa’s Bid for ITA Airways Stake Threatens Competition

EU Probes Apple, Google, Meta Under New Digital Law

UK’s CMA Launches Phase 2 Investigation into Vodafone and Three UK Merger

Compass Agrees to $58M Settlement Over Commission Practices

Qualcomm Abandons Bid to Acquire Autotalks Amid Regulatory Hurdles

Biden Administration Urges Supreme Court to Reject Musk’s Dispute with SEC

Big Grocery Stores Under FTC Scrutiny for Pandemic Profits

Federal Judge Allows Burford Capital to be Named Plaintiff in Antitrust Lawsuits

DOJ’s Kanter Leads Charge Against Apple in Antitrust Battle

The DOJ’s New Monopoly Suit Against Apple Targets Lock-In Tactics

FDIC Proposes Stricter Oversight for Bank Mergers Above $100 Billion

Divided Appeals Court Rules Meta Must Face Class Action by Advertisers

United Nations’ First AI Safety Resolution Unanimously Approved

CapOne Informs Regulators $35.3 Billion Deal with Discover Aims to Boost Competition

EU Court Adviser Criticizes Antitrust Regulators Over Illumina-Grail Deal

Legal Hurdles Loom as Trump Media Merger Approaches Pivotal Vote

DOJ and Multiple States Sue Apple, Accusing Monopolistic Behavior

Google Addresses Criticism Over Changes Imposed by EU Tech Rules

Sugar Producers in Antitrust Cross-Hairs

UK Regulator Considers Further Reduction of Heathrow Airport Fees

TKO Group Agrees to $335 Million Settlement in UFC Fighter Suit

EU to Impose Fines on Social Media Giants for Election Disinformation

Hermès Faces Antitrust Lawsuit Over Alleged Birkin Bag Sales Scheme

DOJ Investigates Criminal Price-Fixing Probe in Rental Housing Market

EU Antitrust Chief Warns Apple and Meta Over Fees and Rival Disparagement

France Fines Google €250M in Clash with News Publishers

Top US Tennis Player Sues NCAA Over Prize Money Restrictions

Meta Urges Emergency Injunction Against FTC Privacy Hearing

Apple and Google AI Integration Sparks Antitrust Concerns

UK Government to Unveil Independent Football Regulator

EU Lawmakers Agree on Pharmaceutical Data Rules Overhaul

European Union Probes into Big Tech’s Handling of AI

Federal Judge Slams SEC for ‘Gross Abuse of Power’ in Blockchain Firm Case

Meta Platforms Cuts Subscription EU Fees Amid Regulatory Pressure

EU Alleges Kingspan Provided Deceptive Information in Merger Investigation

Cisco Closes $28 Billion Splunk Deal

Ropes & Gray Strengthens Antitrust Practice with New Partner

Biden Administration Supports Antitrust Suit Against FIFA

Apple in Talks to Incorporate Google’s Gemini AI Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Appeals Court Revives Regeneron’s Antitrust Lawsuit Against Novartis Over Vision Treatment

Apple Responds to Criticism Over EU’s Digital Markets Act Compliance

Turkey Imposes Interim Measures on Meta Platforms

DOJ Scrutinizes US Steel Sale to Japanese Rival Amid Antitrust Concerns

Norton Rose Fulbright Welcomes Back Neely Agin as US Head of Antitrust

Luxembourg’s Largest Brewery Faces EU Scrutiny in Boissons Heintz Buy

India Launches Antitrust Probe into Google Over In-App Billing Dispute

Colorado Real Estate Market Transformed by Antitrust Settlement

Biden’s Antitrust Agenda Under Threat as Congress Cuts Funding

FTC Inquires About Reddit’s Data-Licensing Business Amid IPO Preparations

Republican Lawmakers Propose Legislation to End MLB’s Antitrust Exemption

Rep. Gallego Calls for FTC Probe into RealPage’s Anticompetitive Practices

Dairy Giants Face Legal Battle Over Alleged Price-Fixing Conspiracy

Canada Orders National Security Review of TikTok

Microsoft Flags Google’s AI Dominance Amid EU Antitrust Probe

Lufthansa Faces Setback as Court Overturns EU Approval of State Bailout

TikTok Disputes Italian Antitrust Fine

Cisco’s $28 Billion Splunk Acquisition Receives Unconditional EU Approval

FTC Chair Criticizes Boeing for Monopolization, Warns of ‘Too-Big-to-Fail’ Status

FTC Takes Aim at Data Giants: Avast, X-Mode, and InMarket Face Regulatory Crackdown

Epic Games Accuses Apple of Contempt in App Store Battle

Italian Retail Giant Cisalfa to Rescue Bankrupt SportScheck

US House Passes Bill to Force ByteDance’s Divestment of TikTok Assets

New FTC Commissioners to Take Office Next Week

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Opposes Rushed TikTok Divestment Bill

US Appeals Court Rules Against Meta in FTC Privacy Probe

House Republicans Take Aim at TikTok with New Regulatory Bill

FTC Announces Appointment of New Administrative Law Judge

Spanish Government Approves Orange and MásMóvil Merger

Italy Launches 1 Billion Euro Investment Fund to Boost AI Projects

Japan’s Fair Trade Commission Recommends Measures Against Costco Wholesale

EU Forces Apple to Allow Direct App Distribution by Developers

German Cartel Office Finds Deutsche Bahn Guilty of Antitrust Violations

UK Regulator Launches Formal Probe into Veterinary Market Amid Concerns of Overcharging

EU’s Digital Markets Act: Recap of Transformative First Week

Willkie Adds DOJ Antitrust Pro

Choice Hotels Ends $7.8 Billion Takeover Bid for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Harvey Goes On AI Lawyer Hiring Blitz

Biden Administration Proposes $63 Million Boost for DOJ Antitrust Division

EU Watchdog Orders European Commission to Cease Microsoft Data Transfers

Elon Musk’s xAI to Open-Source Grok Amidst Legal Battle with OpenAI

US Appeals Court Revives Claims Of ‘No-Poaching’ Agreements Against McDonald’s

Minnesota Farmers Union Urges Congressional Action to Preserve DOJ Antitrust Funding

UBS Gets EU Approval for Credit Suisse Acquisition

Deezer Joins Spotify in Applauding EU’s Antitrust Fine on Apple, Calls for Scrutiny on DMA

Legislation to Force ByteDance Divestment of TikTok Gains Momentum

Brazil Initiates Public Consultation on Digital Platform Regulation

New Members Take Office at Brazil’s Antitrust Authority

Senate Confirms Two Republican Nominees to Federal Trade Commission

Google Loses Bid to Dismiss Lawsuit Accusing it of Monopolizing Digital Advertising

Former Google Engineer Charged with Stealing AI Trade Secrets

Real Estate Antitrust Lawsuit Rocks John’s Island

Democrats Call for FTC Probe into Oil and Gas Mergers Amid Monopoly Concerns

Tinder Agrees to Transparency Measures Following EU Scrutiny

Former EU Antitrust Chief Warns Against National Champions in European Competition Strategy

John Kwoka and John Newman Return to AAI Advisory Board

EU Authorities Probe Deeper into Apple and Epic Games’ Escalating Conflict

South Korea Cracks Down on Overseas Shopping Giants

Indian Appeals Court Upholds $160m Fine on Google for Market Dominance

Biden Forms Strike Force Against Price-Hikes, Caps Credit Card Late Fees

UFC Antitrust Trial Update: 13 Prominent Witnesses Excluded

US House Representative Moves to Pressure ByteDance on TikTok Divestiture

Report: Antitrust Concerns Trigger Short Selling of Zillow Stock

Epic Games Accuses Apple of Retaliation, Alleges Developer Account Ban

Apple Adapts Proposals to EU Tech Rules Following Criticism

Lawmakers Rally to Reinstate Funding for Antitrust Enforcers

Chinese Supreme Court Rules On Rare Earth Antitrust Case

Federal Agencies Investigate Private-Equity Impact on Healthcare Costs

Apple to Appeal €1.8 Billion EU Fine for App Store Practices

Responsibly Buying Artificial Intelligence: A ‘Regulatory Hallucination’

Google Adapts to EU Regulations: Changes in Search and App Promotion

House Democrats Urge Biden to Reconsider Ending Delta-Aeromexico Partnership

CCI Initiates Market Study on AI Amidst Growing Antitrust Concerns

Antitrust Scrutiny Intensifies for Disney-Reliance Media Merger

President Biden Takes Action to Shield American Personal Data

Crypto Industry Struggles Amidst SEC-Lawmaker Discord

Lawmakers Push Bill to Force ByteDance Divestment: TikTok Faces US Ban

EU Seeks Chief Economist: EU Citizens Only

Amazon Adds Free Data Transfer Amid Growing Regulatory Scrutiny

Oregon Approves Right to Repair: Consumers Gain Access to Electronics Parts

Cisco Set to Receive EU Antitrust Approval for $28 Billion Splunk Acquisition

Indian Startup Alliance Urges Antitrust Watchdog to Reprimand Google

FTC Calls Out Pharmacy Benefit Managers asking for Compliance with Antitrust Probe

EU Halts Investigation into IAG’s Bid for Air Europa

Google Settles Suit Amid Antitrust Showdowns

Google Faces Setback as Judge Rejects Motion to Dismiss Antitrust Claims in Ad Suit

EU to Scrutinize Microsoft’s Investment in Mistral AI Amid AI Market Competition Probe

Spotify Applauds EU’s Fine on Apple for Anticompetitive Practices

JetBlue and Spirit Airlines Call Off Merger Following Antitrust Setback

EU Commission Disputes Qualcomm’s Legal Bill, Sets Reduced Fees

Target and Cargill Locked in Antitrust Battle Over Beef Prices

Italy’s Antitrust Regulator Approves London Stock Exchange’s Acquisition of Borsa Italiana

Chicken Suppliers Agree to Settle Price-Fixing Claims in Multi-Million Dollar Deal

Lufthansa Faces EU Antitrust Warning Over ITA Airways Stake Bid

NCAA Halts Investigations into NIL Violations Amid Legal Challenges

Apple Faces Class Action Allegations of Unfairly Dominating Cloud Services Market

Antitrust Scrutiny Looms Over Proposed Disney-Reliance Merger in India

EU Considers Adding X, TikTok-Owner Bytedance, and Booking to Digital Antitrust Regulations

Anticipated Antitrust Concerns Arise in Reliance-Disney Merger

UK’s FCA Rules Out Interventions in Financial Data Market Despite Concerns

IGT Returns to Nevada Roots in $6.2 Billion Deal with Everi Holdings

EU Antitrust Warning Looms Over IAG’s Bid for Air Europa

Canada’s Antitrust Watchdog Bradens Probe into Google’s Online Advertising Practices

Germany Calls on Big Tech to Fund EU Compliance

US Senators Introduce Price Gouging Act of 2024 to Tackle Excessive Pricing

South Korea and US Discuss Antitrust Cooperation

Former Cisco Executive Gil Ohana Joins Davis Polk’s Antitrust Practice

Vodafone in Advanced Talks to Sell Italian Business to Swisscom for €8 Billion

FTX Founder’s Lawyer Pushes for Leniency in $8 Billion Cryptocurrency Fraud Case

European Media Groups Sue Google for €2.1 Billion Over Ad Market Practices

EU Probes Microsoft’s Alleged Security Software Monopoly Tactics

Reliance and Disney Forge $8.5B Entertainment Juggernaut in India

Legal Battle Looms as Liner Operators Challenge Korea Fair Trade Commission’s Fine

Amazon Lobbyists Banned from European Parliament Over Workers Rights

DOJ Launches Antitrust Probe into UnitedHealth Group’s Healthcare Dominance

Renowned Legal Scholar Eric Posner Returns to MoloLamken

Apple Faces 500 Million Euro Fine from EU in Music Streaming Antitrust Case

iOS 17.4 Beta Sparks EU Web App Controversy

OpenAI Accuses New York Times of ‘Hacking’ ChatGPT in Copyright Lawsuit

Investment Advisors Face ‘No-Poach’ Antitrust Lawsuit

Hong Kong Government Advances Crypto Regulation with Licensing Bills

Qualcomm’s Acquisition of Autotalks Under Scrutiny by UK Antitrust Watchdog

Southeast Asia Emerges as Crypto, Blockchain, and AI Hub

European Data Centre Space Shortage Intensifies Amid AI Demand Surge

EU Looks into Microsoft’s Tie-Up with France’s Mistral AI

Google Cloud Raises Antitrust Concerns Over Microsoft’s Cloud Practices

Wealth Management Firms Face Antitrust Class Action Suit

Google Accuses US Government of Targeting Success in Antitrust Battle

FTC Moves to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger, Over Prices and Worker Wages

Democrats Urge Biden Administration to Reject Capital One and Discover Merger

Meta Forms Team to Combat AI Misuse Ahead of EU Elections

Broadcom Sells End-User Computing Unit to KKR for $4 Billion

UK Watchdog Launches Probe into Housebuilders Amid Housing Crisis

Booking.com’s Parent Company Faces Record Fine from Spanish Regulator

Broadcom Nears $3.8 Billion Deal to Sell End-User Computing Business to KKR

Dartmouth and Others Settle Antitrust Class-Action Lawsuit

UFC Heavyweights Line Up To Testify In Antitrust Suit

Apple Denies EU Competition Law Violation Ahead of Fine Decision

Luxury Hotel Chains Accused of Price-Fixing Scheme, Lawsuit Alleges

Judge Bars NCAA from Enforcing Name, Image, and Likeness Rules in Recruiting

Antitrust Battle: Arizona and Wisconsin MLSs Seek Dismissal of Lawsuit by Zillow

EU May Warn IAG Over Air Europa Bid

Mexico Urges Transparency: Amazon and Mercado Libre in Spotlight

Telefónica President Criticizes European Commission’s Handling of Orange-MásMóvil Merger

Align Technology Prevails in Antitrust Lawsuits

DOJ Takes a Leap into AI with Appointment of Chief AI Officer

Meta Asserts Exemption from Indonesia’s New News Payment Law

Novel Lawsuit Challenges Activision Blizzard’s Monopoly over Call of Duty

Epic Games Pushes Back Against Apple’s $73 Million Legal Fee Demand

EU’s Connectivity Package Aims to Revamp Telecoms Market

Sheppard Mullin Grows Governmental Practice in Washington, DC

UK Competition Regulator Launches Inquiry into Infant Formula Market

German Court Rules Against Google in Competition Case

AI Experts Unite: Urgent Call for Deepfake Regulation

FTC and States Poised to Sue to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Senator Warren Urges Regulators to Halt Capital One’s Acquisition of Discover

FuboTV Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Media Giants, Alleging Unfair Practices

Experienced Economist Joins Cornerstone Research’s Brussels Team

India Introduces ‘Leniency Plus’ Regime to Revolutionize Cartel Detection

Capital One’s $35 Billion Acquisition Bid for Discover Raises Regulatory Eyebrows

Oilko KDA Takeover of Makpetrol Gets North Macedonia’s SEC Approval

Swiss Authorities Raid Crypto Hedge Fund Amid FTX Mismanagement

US House Forms Bipartisan Task Force to Address AI Concerns

EU Antitrust Chief Warns of AI Impact on Merger Control Policy

EU Approves Spain’s Orange-MasMovil Merger with Conditions

Capital One in Advanced Talks to Acquire Discover

EU Investigates TikTok for Breach of Online Content Rules

South African Poultry Association to Collaborate with Competition Watchdog

UK Watchdog Warns of Consumer Confusion Over UK Travel Regulation Reform

EU Fails to Reach Agreement on Platform Work Directive

European Commission Denies Easing Merger Rules for Telecoms Deals

Indonesian Competition Commission Probes Shopee Over Alleged Monopolistic Practices

NASCAR Teams Retain Top Antitrust Lawyer Amid Revenue Dispute

Privacy Advocates Urge European Regulators to Oppose Meta’s No-Ads Subscription Model

Wyndham Raises Concerns Over Choice Hotels’ Acquisition Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Microsoft-backed OpenAI Valued at Over $80 Billion in Latest Deal

Bulgaria’s CPC Approves United Group’s Bulsatcom Acquisition Amid Market Dominance Concerns

Pfizer Agrees to $93 Million Settlement in Antitrust Suit Over Lipitor

Apple Faces €500 Million EU Fine for Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

OpenAI, Meta, and Tech Leaders Team Up to Combat AI Election Interference

New Lawsuit Alleges Activision Blizzard Monopolizes Call of Duty Gaming Scene

Disney Defends ESPN’s Vitality Amid Antitrust Allegations

European Commission Pushes for Compromise on Gig Worker Rights

DOJ Takes Aim at Disney-Fox-Warner Streaming Deal

Visa and Mastercard Move to Dismiss Antitrust Claims by Intuit and Square

UK Watchdog Probes Greenwashing Involving Asos, Boohoo, and Unilever

SEC Clears Trump Media Merger with Digital World Acquisition

Nokia and Dell Partner for Private 5G and Cloud Integration

Colorado AG Sues to Halt Kroger-Albertsons Merger, Citing Antitrust Concerns

Pfizer Settles Lipitor Antitrust Case for $93 Million

FTC Launches Probe into Drug Shortages Amid Concerns Over Market Practices

Amazon Denies Monopolistic Threat in Mexico Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash Drivers Stage Nationwide Strike for Fair Pay

Influencer Chiara Ferragni Appeals Italian Antitrust Fine

State-Backed Hackers Exploit Microsoft-Backed OpenAI Tools, Report Reveals

Lawsuit Claims Canadian Junior Hockey Leagues Violate US Antitrust Laws

Italy Fines British American Tobacco and Amazon for Misleading Advertising

EU May Ease Rules on Telecom Mergers and Seek Big Tech Funding for 5G Rollout

2026 Trial Date Set: FTC Antitrust Lawsuit Against Amazon Advances

Freshfields Grows Antitrust Team in Paris

Exxon and Enbridge Face Antitrust Lawsuit Over Alleged Market Exclusion Tactics

FCC Probes Apple for Alleged Antitrust Behavior Amid Beeper Mini Shutdown

Amazon, Mercado Libre In Mexican Watchdog Crosshairs

South Korea Plans Meeting with US Chamber on Platform Regulation

Google’s Bid to Dismiss Antitrust Suit Over Maps Met With Contention

White House Reiterates Stance on TikTok During Elections

Apple’s iMessage and Microsoft’s Bing Granted Exemption from EU Tech Rules

Korean Air Wins EU Approval for Asiana Airlines Takeover

EU Parliament Ratifies Landmark AI Regulations Ahead of Vote

US Judge Approves Settlements in College Admissions Lawsuit

USPTO Issues Guidance on AI-Assisted Inventions: Human Contribution Key to Patent Eligibility

Australian Parliament Passes Right to Disconnect Law Amidst Debate Over Gig Workers’ Rights and Antitrust Concerns

Gilead Sciences to Acquire CymaBay Therapeutics for $4.3 Billion

Walmart and Energizer Must Face Antitrust Suits Over Price-Fixing

Elon Musk Ordered to Testify Again in SEC Probe of Twitter Takeover

New York AG Triples Alleged Crypto Fraud to $3B

EU Sets March Deadline for Cisco’s $28 Billion Splunk Bid

Diamondback Energy Snags Endeavor Energy in $26B Permian Power Play

South Africa Competition Commission Probes Fresh Produce Fairness

Washington State House Passes Bill Tripling Penalties for Violating Consumer Protection Act

Iowa Democrats Call for Antitrust Probe into Koch’s Fertilizer Plant Deal

Aeromexico Trims Flights to US Amid Antitrust Immunity Refusal

European Union Revises Antitrust Regulations for Big Tech

Judge Bars Burford as Plaintiff in Sysco’s Antitrust Lawsuits

Congress Confronts Antitrust Dilemmas in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

EU Court Rejects TikTok’s Bid to Stall ‘Gatekeeper’ Designation

EU Sets Guidelines for Big Tech Ahead of Elections

Spain’s High Court Suspends Fines on Amazon and Apple Amid Antitrust Appeal

TikTok Challenges EU Regulators’ Supervisory Fee

Mexican Watchdog Continues Gas Market Analysis Amidst Presidential Reform Push

FCC Takes Swift Action: Bans AI-Cloned Voice Robocalls

Biden Administration Partners with AI Giants for Safer Technology

EU Regulators to Scrutinize Big Tech’s Digital Ecosystems in Merger Deals

Tiremakers Face Price-Fixing Class Action Antitrust Suit in the US

Italy’s Antitrust Authority Launches Probe Into Poste Italiane

Mexican President Presses On Against Autonomous Regulators

FTC Challenges Microsoft’s Gaming Layoffs in Antitrust Trial Fallout

Ryanair Wins Legal Battle Over State Aid to Air France-KLM

Streaming Platforms Unite: Fox, Disney & Warner to Launch Joint Streaming

Apple Wins Dismissal of Lawsuit Alleging Monopoly in Heart Rate Monitoring Apps

FTC Clashes with Amazon Over Antitrust Allegations

EU Antitrust Regulators Accuse Greece’s Largest Power Utility of Predatory Pricing

Google Settles Data Privacy Lawsuit

Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate Seeks Supreme Court Intervention in Real Estate Arbitration Dispute

Kroger CFO Steps Down Amid Uncertainty Surrounding Albertsons Merger

Google Urges Regulation of Surveillance Software Companies

Italian Regulator Finds ChatGPT Violates EU Data Privacy Laws

EU Drafts Paper Regarding Exceptions to MiCA Regulation

UK Unveils £100 Million Plan for AI Research and Regulation

Lyft Guarantees Weekly Earnings to Boost Gig Economy Workforce

US Justice Department Escalates Ticketmaster Antitrust Probe

Meta to Label AI-Generated Images on Facebook, Instagram

Romanian Competition Authority Investigates Grampet Logistics’ Takeover

White & Case Bolsters Global Presence with New Hire in Germany

EU Launches In-Depth Probe into Corsair’s Restructuring Plan

Google Faces Jury Trial Amid Allegations of Unfair Search Engine Dominance Tactics

Antitrust Case Against Drugmakers Shifts to Connecticut Following State Venue Trend

UK’s CMA Raises Concerns, May Delay Google’s Third-Party Cookie Phase-Out

Yandex’s Billion-Dollar Breakup: Russia’s Tech Giant Seals $5.21 Billion Deal in Largest Corporate Exit

Spanish Antitrust Probe Targets Rheinmetall’s Expal Systems Acquisition

Kroger’s $25 Billion Takeover of Albertsons Faces Mounting Legal Threats

South Korea’s KFTC Faces Backlash as Court Nullifies Punitive Measures

Meta’s Zuckerberg Criticizes Apple’s DMA Compliance as ‘Difficult for Anyone’

UK Competition Regulator Probes Thermo Fisher’s $3.1B Purchase of Olink

FTC Commissioner Bedoya Urges Competition Law Against Worker Misclassification

Judge Grants Class Action Status to Apple Customers in Monopoly Lawsuit

Google Seeks Overturn of Epic Games Verdict in Antitrust Lawsuit

Italy’s Junior Culture Minister Resigns Amid Antitrust Investigation and Art Scandal

US Senators Introduce Legislation to Combat Algorithmic Collusion

EU Member Countries Unanimously Approve Groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence Act Amid Controversy

Keller Williams Settles Antitrust Lawsuit, Agrees to $70 Million Payout

Former FTC Commissioner Joins Freshfields Bruckhau In DC

Russian Court Slaps Amazon with Additional Fine

US Antitrust Lawsuit Against Healthcare Giants Stalled Amidst Jurisdictional Dispute

American Antitrust Institute Announces New President

Netgear Accuses Huawei of Racketeering in WiFi Market Battle

Calvin Goldman Strengthens Competition Practice with Industry Heavyweights

Singapore Watchdog Probes Grab’s Trans-cab Acquisition

AI Adoption Surges in Europe, Accelerating Digital Transformation

FTC Pushes Review of CoStar’s Commercial Real Estate Antitrust Case

UK’s CMA Investigates Ardonagh’s Atlanta Group and Markerstudy Merger

Greenberg Traurig Grow Financial Regulatory and Compliance Practice

Dutch Regulator Fines Uber €10 Million for Privacy Violations

DOJ Investigates AI Competition, Eyes Microsoft’s OpenAI Deal: Bloomberg

Japanese Regulator Approves Korean Air’s Merger with Asiana Airlines

Netgear Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Huawei Alleging Patent Misuse

Tennessee and Virginia Attorneys General Challenge NCAA’s NIL Rules in Federal Lawsuit

Argentina Appoints New Head Of Competition Commission

UK Antitrust Regulator Launches Probe into Supermarkets’ Loyalty Pricing

JetBlue and Spirit Push for Expedited Appeal to Overturn Merger Block

Sony Abandons $10 Billion Merger with Zee Entertainment in India

US Politicians Advocate for AI Legislation Against Deepfake Images After Taylor Swift Incident

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Faces Renewed Scrutiny from Italy’s Data Protection Authority

Germany Set to Approve EU’s Groundbreaking AI Act Following Compromise

US Chamber of Commerce Raises Concerns Over Korea’s Antitrust Regulations on Big Tech

EU Raids Continental and Other Tire Makers Over Price Coordination Concerns

Kirkland & Ellis Bolsters Antitrust Practice with Key Appointments

Trial Lawyer Appointed to Resolve Evidence Disputes in Google Antitrust Suit

Senator Warner Calls for Treasury Oversight on Big Tech Sanctions

Canada’s Industry Minister Targets Grocery Giants with Antitrust Changes

DOT Issues Provisional Ruling Ending Delta-Aeroméxico Partnership

US Targets China with Proposed Rules on Cloud Giants in AI Development

Australia’s ACCC Finds Limited Evidence of Profiteering in Childcare Sector Despite Soaring Fees

White House AI Council Gathers to Address National Security Concerns

Italy’s Data Protection Authority Accuses OpenAI’s ChatGPT of Breaching Privacy Rules

Amazon and iRobot Abandon Merger Plans Amid EU Antitrust Opposition

Report Highlights Successes in Enforcing Antitrust Rules in the Pharmaceutical Sector

JetBlue Casts Doubt on $3.8 Billion Merger with Spirit Airlines as Sunday Deadline Looms

EU’s Breton Warns of Consequences if Apple’s App Store Modifications Are Inadequate

Spotify Slams Apple’s Compliance with EU Digital Markets Act as a “Farce”

Biden Administration to Award Billions in Subsidies to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing

Sunday Ticket Antitrust Case Heads to June 2024 Trial with $6 Billion at Stake

UK’s CMA Launches Antitrust Review of Vodafone-Three Merger

Apple Embraces Downloads Beyond App Store in EU

Freshfields Welcomes Antitrust Partner in Paris Office

Mexican Antitrust Watchdog: Autonomous Bodies Will Evolve, Not Disappear

New CMA Report Unveils Insights into UK Job Market Trends

FTC Probes Tech Giants’ Investments in AI Start-ups

ACCC Launches Inquiry into Australian Supermarkets’ Pricing Practices

Microsoft’s Layoffs: 1,900 Activision Blizzard, Xbox Staff Cut Following $69B Merger

EU Investigates Six Salmon Producers for Alleged Antitrust Violations

Google Settles Potential $1.6B Lawsuit Over AI Chip Patent

Abu Dhabi Fund Adjusts Structure in Effort to Secure Daily Telegraph Takeover

Zee Entertainment Sues Sony Over Terminated $10 Billion Merger Deal

Spotify Expands Offerings in Europe, Dodges Apple’s 30% Fee Using Digital Markets Act

Venue Wars: National Association of Realtors and Plaintiffs Clash Over Lawsuit Location

Illinois SC Rules Against Staffing Agencies in Wage-Fixing Case

Universities Reach Preliminary Settlements in Federal Antitrust Lawsuit

FTC Announces Revised HSR Reporting Thresholds and Filing Fees, Effective February

Dutch Competition Authority Issues Guidelines for EU Digital Regulation Compliance

Brussels Launches Investigation into Lufthansa’s Stake in ITA Airways

NYC Companies Shirk Algorithm Transparency Mandate in Hiring

US Judge Allows Antitrust Lawsuit Against American Red Cross

Microsoft’s Bing, Edge, and Advertising Services Exempted from Europe’s Digital Markets Act

Apple Seeks Dismissal of $1 Billion Lawsuit in the UK Regarding App Store Fees

Real Estate Industry Faces Seismic Shift as Antitrust Lawsuits Challenge Commission System

Former DOJ Economist Dr. Ari Gerstle Joins Cornerstone Research

Petrobras Embraces Green Energy Transition with Domestic Renewables Investment

Google Cloud Leads the Way by Abolishing Data Egress Fees in Cloud Industry Shift

Rice University Allocates $33.75 Million to Settle Antitrust Lawsuit

Gaming Giant La Francaise des Jeux Proposes $2.83 Bn Takeover of Kindred Group

Meta Adapts to EU Digital Markets Act, Offers Instagram and Facebook Users More Choices

Apple Settles Russian Fine in In-App Payments Dispute

Italy Clears €22 Billion Telecom Italia Sale to U.S. Fund KKR Under National Security Rules

Advocacy Groups Call for Increased Funding as DOJ Considers Antitrust Case Against Apple

EU Antitrust Regulators to Block Amazon’s $1.4 Billion iRobot Acquisition

EU Seeks Public Input on Apple’s Commitments to Address Competition Concerns

Landmark Ruling in Arkansas Empowers States in Antitrust Battle

Illinois Supreme Court Strikes Down Broad Interpretation of Antitrust Law Protecting Workers’ Wages

Super Micro Computer Shares Surge 25% to Record High on Strong AI Server Demand

Biden Administration Joins Antitrust Suit Against NCAA

Business Groups Take Unconventional Route Against DOL’s Gig-Worker Rule

Sheryl Sandberg to Depart Meta Board

Germany Unveils Plan for State-Aid Efficient Low-Carbon Energy Transition

Netherlands Embraces Europe’s AI Act with €204.5 Million Allocation

EU Investigates 17 Tech Giants for DSA Compliance

Intel Gains Support in Battle Against 1.06 Billion Euro EU Antitrust Fine

Apple Nears Antitrust Lawsuit Amid Allegations of Market Restrictions

Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney Vows Apple Legal Battle Continuation

Federal Judge Questions SEC on Coinbase Lawsuit Over Crypto Securities

Google Adapts Search Results to Comply with New EU Tech Rules

Hong Kong Funeral Industry Raided Over Anti-Competitive Practices

Orange and MasMovil Tie-Up Set to Secure Conditional EU Antitrust Approval

Renfe Agrees to Grant Data Access as EU Commission Approves Remedies

UK Court Empowers Antitrust Regulator to Demand Info from Global Companies

Elon Musk’s AI Warning Raises Governance Concerns at Tesla

EU Regulators Lean Towards Full Investigation of Lufthansa’s ITA Airways Bid

Federal Judge Blocks JetBlue’s $3.8B Spirit Airlines Acquisition Over Anticompetitive Concerns

IAG Readies Remedies for EU Scrutiny in Air Europa Acquisition

BakerHostetler Welcomes Justin Murphy to Lead Antitrust Task Force

Supreme Court Rejects Apple’s Appeal, Paving the Way for App Store Payment Revolution

California Proposes Stringent AI Regulations Amidst National Scrutiny

FedEx Challenges Amazon with Upcoming fdx E-Commerce Platform

European Firms Urge Big Tech Collaboration on EU Digital Market Rules

Synopsys to Acquire Ansys in a Landmark $35 Billion Deal

Supreme Court Rejects Epic Games’ Challenge Against Apple’s App Store Policies

Vodafone and Microsoft Forge $1.5B Digital Transformation Deal

Grocers Kroger and Albertsons Delay Merger Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Washington State Challenges Kroger’s $25B Acquisition of Albertsons Over Monopoly Fears

Antitrust Concerns Emerge as NBC Universal’s Streaming Dominance Grows

France’s Antitrust Watchdog Imposes Conditions on Canal Plus’ Acquisition to Safeguard Diversity in French Cinema

UK Supermarkets Slash Aptamil Prices Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

China Acquires Banned Nvidia Chips Defying US Export Restrictions

UK Regulator Halts Pennon’s Takeover Pending Investigation

Federal Judge Approves $26 Million Payout in Google Antitrust Settlement

Korean Air Set to Secure EU Approval for Asiana Airlines Acquisition

China Issues Anti-Monopoly Guidelines to Curb Industry Collusion

TKO Group Holdings Faces Antitrust Headwinds

EU’s Vestager Meets Tech CEOs for Talks on Regulation and Competition

NFL’s Exclusive Streaming of Playoff Game Raises Antitrust Concerns

Labor Department Reinstates Rule to Classify Additional Gig Workers as Employees

Google Cloud Waives Data Transfer Fees When Moving to Rival Clouds

Amazon’s iRobot Deal Faces EU Veto, No Concessions Offered

Italy Approves Stricter Rules for Social Media Transparency Following Influencer Fine

UK Watchdog Unveils Plans to Rein in Big Tech Giants with New Data Access Rules

French Regulator OKs Intermarche’s Acquisition of 61 Casino Stores with Conditions

Google Faces Uphill Battle as EU Adviser Urges Upholding €2.42 Billion Antitrust Fine

Apple Faces Threat to Market Dominance as Microsoft Catches Up

Mexico Probes Freight Rail Market Amid Infrastructure Expansion

American Express Faces Class-Action Over Debit Card Overcharge Claims

Meta Fined by Israel Competition Authority for Unreported Acquisitions

Choice Hotels Challenges Wyndham’s Antitrust Claims in Proposed Acquisition

Axinn Names Maier Managing Partner, Focusing on Antitrust Leadership

Hewlett Packard to Acquire Juniper Networks in $14B AI Boost

Danone Responds to Antitrust Probe with 7% Price Cut on Baby Formula

FTC Secures Historic Settlement on Location Data Tracking

Italian Influencer and Cake Company Face Fraud Investigation

South African Court Clears Most Banks in Rand-Fixing Case

EU Scrutinizes Microsoft’s Backing of OpenAI under Merger Rules

Lufthansa Proposes Remedies to Address EU Concerns Over ITA Airways Stake Acquisition

SCOTUS Declines to Hear Appeal in Chicken Suppliers’ Price-Fixing Agreement Case

UK Bolsters Online Safety Efforts by Recruiting Talent from Big Tech

Google Faces $7 Billion AI Patent Lawsuit as Federal Trial Begins

Apple Challenges EU Tech Rules Over App Store Classification

Canada Boosts Anti-Money Laundering Efforts with AI”

HP Faces Federal Lawsuit Over Alleged Ink Cartridge Monopoly

Apple Faces Mounting Antitrust Woes as Shares Plummet to Historic Lows

Norwegian Air Shuttle Secures Approval for Widerøe Acquisition

SEC Rejects Apple and Disney Attempts to Bypass Shareholder Votes on AI

Czech Billionaire’s Consortium Gains EU Approval for Takeover of France’s Casino

US Labor Board Mandates Collective Bargaining between Google and YouTube Worker Union

OpenAI and Microsoft Sued by Authors Over AI Training, Again

Nestlé Faces Fine in Turkey for Competition Violations

EU’s Vestager Set to Discuss Digital Regulation with US Big Tech CEOs

Wilson Sonsini Boosts Antitrust Team with Former FTC and DOJ Veterans

India’s Antitrust Body Investigates Global Delivery Giants for Alleged Collusion

Apple in Crosshairs: Potential DOJ Antitrust Lawsuit Looms

SEC Rules Apple and Disney Must Face Shareholder Votes on AI Use

Florida AG Demands ACC Transparency Amidst Antitrust Investigation

Meat Industry Giants Face Renewed Antitrust Lawsuits

Vishal Mehta Joins K&L Gates, Bolstering Antitrust Practice in DC

South Korean Gaming Giant Nexon Fined $8.85 Million for Deceptive Practices

APA Corporation to Acquire Callon Petroleum in a $4.5 Billion Permian Deal

European Commission to Scrutinize Italy’s New Competition Law

Hong Kong’s Market Soundings Rules Draw Concerns from Hedge-Fund Association

Reliance and Disney Advance Indian Merger with Antitrust Due Diligence

Patterson Joins Haug Partners LLP as Partner in Antitrust Practice

Zulily Shuts Down, Blames Amazon Amidst Antitrust Battle

US Court Upholds FTC Decision to Block IQVIA’s Acquisition of DeepIntent

FCC Upholds Station Ownership Rules in 2018 Quadrennial Regulatory Review

House of Raeford Farms Settles in Washington Chicken Price-Fixing Suit

Montana Appeals US Judge’s Decision Blocking TikTok Ban

DLA Piper Strengthens Antitrust Practice with Three Key Litigation Partners

Axinn Law Firm Boosts Antitrust Team with Key Promotions

South Korea’s Big Tech Regulations Raise National Security Concerns

US Leads Global Crackdown on Crypto: 2023 Recap

Saudi Arabia Implements ‘Data Center Regulations’ to Drive Digital Transformation

EU’s Digital Markets Act: Will Opening the Gates Lead to Genuine Competition or Consumer Frustration?

Copart Appeals UK’s £2.5 Million Fine Over Hills Motors Takeover

US Antitrust Case Against Apple’s App Store Exclusivity Gains Momentum

US Prosecutors Opt Against Second Trial for FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried

French Antitrust Regulator Slaps Sony with €13.5 Million Fine for Market Dominance Abuse

Microsoft’s Smith Applauds UK’s ‘Tough and Fair’ Stance Post Activision Blizzard Deal

Pope Francis Calls for Regulation of AI to Safeguard Humanity, Again

NFL and Fanatics Face Antitrust Lawsuit Over Alleged Online Retail Market Conspiracy

European Commission Faces Setbacks in High-Profile Tax Avoidance Cases

EU’s Competition and Digital Chief Defends AI Act Amid Criticism from Macron

Supreme Court Justice Roberts Cautions on the Mixed Impact of AI in the Legal Arena

Google Agrees to Settlement in Consumer Privacy Suit

PGA Tour and LIV Golf Seek Extension on Merger Deadline

Japan Prepares ‘Digital Antitrust Law’ to Challenge Apple and Google App Store Policies

Spanish Regulator Probes Repsol Over Allegations of Market Manipulation

JD.com Wins Antitrust Case, Beijing Court Orders $141M Damages Against Alibaba

British American Tobacco to Pay Nigerian Fine for Antitrust Violations

Zillow Files Antitrust Suit Against Rivals Over Alleged Conspiracy

Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit Trial Delayed, Set to Begin in 2026

EU’s Top Court Rules Skating Union Rules Breach Antitrust Law

French Senators Criticize Government’s Role in EU AI Act Negotiations Amidst Allegations of Lobbyist Influence

Norwegian Competition Authority Approves Norwegian Air’s Acquisition of Wideroe

EU/UK Accord Delays Tariffs: Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Granted Extension on Compliance Deadline

Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Global Face Mounting Concerns Over Proposed Merger

India’s Antitrust Body Appoints Ansuman Pattnaik to Lead Investigations Unit

Merger Buzz: Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global in Early Talks

Paul Weiss Strengthens London Office with Linklaters Hire

Uber Raises Minimum Wage for Drivers in France Amid Gig Economy Regulation

Pulitzer Winners Join Copyright Lawsuit Against OpenAI, Microsoft

PayPal Commits to Compliance with EU Consumer Protections Rules

Japan Investment Corp Confident in $6.4 Billion JSR Corp Buyout Despite Antitrust Delay

UK Supreme Court Rejects AI Inventor’s Patent Bid in Landmark Case

French Watchdog Hits Sony with €13.5M Fine for PS4 Controller Practices

US Senators Unite Across Party Lines to Oppose US Steel Sale to Japanese Company

Biden Administration Advances Standards for Generative AI Safety

Linklaters Advises Intermarché on Merger Controls

US Shipbuilders Seek Dismissal of Wage-Suppression Suits

Consultants Fund EU Antitrust Officials’ Travel Amidst Tightening Budgets

Spanish Competition Regulator Urges LaLiga to Include Free-to-Air Broadcasters

UK Regulator and Bank of England Forge Alliance for Economic Enhancement

DOJ and FTC Sweeping Merger Guidelines Explained

Korea’s FTC Proposes Bill to Curb Monopolistic Practices by Platform Operators

Chiara Ferragni Acknowledges Italian Antitrust Violation, Commits 1 Million Euros to Children’s Hospital

US Unveils 2023 Merger Guidelines for Fair and Competitive Markets

US Lawmakers Urge Biden to Address Alleged Bias in EU Tech Regulations

EU Probes Social Media Company X for Potential DSA Violations

Adobe Defies UK Regulators Remedies in $20 Billion Figma Acquisition

Nippon Steel Emerges Victorious in $14.9 Billion Deal to Acquire US Steel

Adobe Abandons $20 Billion Figma Acquisition Amid European Antitrust Scrutiny

Disney and Reliance Merger Faces Antitrust Scrutiny in India

EU Adopts Revised Regulations on Small Amounts of Aid

Australian Regulator Greenlights Viva Energy’s A$1.15 Billion Acquisition

News Publisher Files Class Action Antitrust Suit Citing AI’s Impact on Revenue

Adobe and Figma Seek DOJ Antitrust Approval for $20 Billion Deal in Crucial Meeting

Illumina’s $7.1 Billion Grail Acquisition Hits Snag with FTC Review

Apple, Visa, and Mastercard Face Class Action Alleging Conspiracy to Hike Fees

FCC Proposes Crackdown on Cable TV ‘Junk Fees’

South Korea Proposes Stricter Regulations to Safeguard Customers

Google’s Chrome Browser to Test Tracking Protection Feature Ahead of Cookie Phase-Out

High-Ranking Justice Department Official Vanita Gupta Resigns

Amazon Escapes 250 Million Euros Tax Bill After EU Court Ruling

Pope Francis Calls for International Treaty to Regulate Artificial Intelligence

European Commission Pressures Apple and Google for Transparency

Mexico’s President Vows to Eliminate Antitrust Watchdog

Unveiling the Commonwealth Treasury’s Competition Taskforce: Paving the Way for Economic Resilience

Spanish Watchdog Investigates Major Travel Agencies for Cartel Behavior

Tech Giants Unite for Open Digital Ecosystems in Response to EU Regulations

House Judiciary Chairman Jordan to Subpoena BlackRock and Three Other Firms in Antitrust Probe

Lawmakers Divided Over Kroger’s $24.6B Acquisition of Albertsons

UK Rail Regulator Urges Increased Competition in Station Catering

EU Set to Impose Ban and Potential Fine on Apple Over App Store Rules

Epic Games’ Legal Victory Over Google Could Cost The Search Giant Billions

WWE and MLW Reach Settlement in Antitrust Lawsuit

Margrethe Vestager to Return to European Commission as Antitrust Chief

EU to Decide on Orange-MasMovil Merger by Feb 15

Unilever Faces UK Investigation Over Alleged Greenwashing in Advertising

Sanofi’s Scraps Licensing Deal with Maze Therapeutics After FTC Probe

Google Reverses Crypto Ad Ban: Cryptocurrency Coin Trusts Now Admissible

Italy Fines YouTube and Twitch Millions for Alleged Advertising Violations

US Seizes $500,000 in Crypto Linked to Southeast Asia Fraud

Amazon Defends $1.4 Billion iRobot Acquisition At EU Hearing Next Week

Apple Offers Rivals Access to Mobile Payments to Address EU Antitrust Charges

Ex-DOJ Cybersecurity Head Joins Pillsbury in Silicon Valley

In Epic Win, Jury Rules Google Holds App Store Payments Monopoly

Judge Sets Hearing on Meta’s FTC Privacy Agreement Dispute

Visa Faces New Antitrust Suit Over Alleged Electronic Payments Monopoly

House Committee Subpoenas Vanguard and Arjuna Capital in Antitrust Probe

IAG Seeks EU Antitrust Approval for Air Europa Buyout, Pledges Remedies

Google Antitrust Trial Shifts to Jury for Decision

Cigna Ends Acquisition Talks with Humana Amid Price Disagreement

Sen. Warren Accuses Apple of Profit-Driven Blocking Amid iMessage Access Controversy

RealPage Antitrust Suit Could Be Legal Test For AI-Driven Collusion

EU Adopts Guidelines for Sustainable Agriculture Agreements

Federal Appeals Court Overturns Antitrust Conviction in North Carolina Contractor Case

Australia’s Woodside and Santos Weigh Asset Sales in $52B Merger Talks

UK Competition Watchdog Investigates Microsoft-OpenAI Partnership

Google Defends Adtech Against EU Antitrust Charges

Minnesota Private Nurses Sue State Alleging Antitrust Violations

Amazon Defends Against FTC’s Antitrust Lawsuit, Claims Consumer Benefits

Biden Administration Unveils Measures to Tackle Healthcare Costs Through Competition

Australia’s to Probe Coles and Woolworths for Alleged Price Gouging

D.C. Attorney General Pushes to Revive Suit Accusing Amazon of Price-Fixing

Google Withdraws Appeal, Opening the Door for Indian Startups Against User Choice Billing System

U.S. Congress Delays Legislation on TikTok Amid National Security Concerns

Credit Suisse Strikes Deal to Sell Brazilian Real Estate Fund Management Business to Patria

Italy’s Antitrust Watchdog Clears Airlines of Christmas Price Fixing Allegations

Australia’s Woodside Energy & Santos In $52B Merger Talks to Form Global Oil Powerhouse

Open-Source AI Models May Be Exempt from EU’s AI Act Regulations

EU Sets February Deadline for Korean Air, Asiana Deal

Davis Wright Hires Veteran Antitrust Litigator

Alaska Airlines’ Hawaiian Acquisition Faces Antitrust Scrutiny

Ulmer & Greensfelder Merge to Form UB Greensfelder

Apple’s iMessage May Be Exempt from New EU Regulations

UK Watchdog Warns Firms on AI Privacy Compliance

FTC Mounts Second Challenge to Microsoft’s Activision Buy Despite Closed Deal

Appeals Court Weighs Reopening DOJ Probe into NAR

JetBlue Urges Federal Court Approval for Spirit Airlines Acquisition

Federal Judge Suggests Possible Conditional Approval for JetBlue-Spirit Merger

Japanese Tech Lobby Urges Revision of EU Cybersecurity Labelling Scheme

EU Approves 1.2 Billion Euros in Aid to Propel EU Cloud Computing

FTC to Probe Exxon’s Record-Breaking $60 Billion Pioneer Acquisition

Ericsson and AT&T Forge Historic $14 Billion Pact

Amazon Accuses Microsoft of Anticompetitive Practices in UK Cloud Market Probe

Binance Settlement is Turning Point for U.S. Crypto Enforcement

Sberbank Faces Antitrust Probe in Russia Over Mortgage Bundling Practices

Intel Succeeds in Overturning $2B Patent Verdict

McDonald’s Appeals to Supreme Court in No-Poach Case

Disney Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Class Action by TV Streamers Over Subscription Price Hikes

Sky Secures Dominant Position in Premier League Broadcasting with £6.7bn Deal

Alaska Airlines Announces $1.9 Billion Acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines

UK Watchdog Points Finger at Top Brands for Soaring Food Prices

Judge in Epic-Google Antitrust Case Initiates Probe into Google’s Alleged Suppression of Evidence

Spanish Media Outlets File Suit Against Meta Alleging Unfair Competition

TikTok Seeks Suspension of EU Gatekeeper Label Amidst Legal Challenge

EU Legislation Faces Roadblock as Generative AI Sparks Controversy

Apple and Paramount Global Explore Bundling Streaming Services

Italy’s Antitrust Authority Blocks Intesa Sanpaolo’s Isybank Migration

Google Emerges Triumphant in Antitrust Battle Over GPS Mapping Allegations

Lufthansa’s Bid for ITA Airways Faces EU Antitrust Scrutiny Amidst Slot Concessions

New York Real Estate Authority to Defend Against Antitrust Lawsuit

Digital Advocacy Group Demands Ouster of Rep. Correa from Antitrust Committee Leadership

Google Urges UK On Antitrust Action Against Microsoft in Cloud Market

Beijing Court Upholds Copyright in Landmark Decision on AI-Generated Images

Price-Fixing Scandal Rocks European Construction Giants in US Court

Google Ad Chief Jerry Dischler Steps Down Amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Meta’s Ad-Free Subscription Service Faces EU Legal Challenge

UK Court Empowers Antitrust Watchdog to Probe Apple’s Dominance

India’s CCI Greenlights Atlas’ Move to Boost Stake in Vodafone

Meta Files Lawsuit Against FTC Over Consent Agreement Amendments

Cigna-Humana $60 Billion Merger May Face Intense Antitrust Scrutiny

EU Accuses Car Battery Makers of Cartel Activities

CEOs of Major Social Media Companies to Testify at US Senate Hearing

Ditch WhatsApp for Paris-Made Chat App, Urges French PM to Ministers

Warren & Others Accuse Anesthesiology Giant of Anticompetitive Practices

Blackstone to Acquire Rover Group in $2.3 Billion Deal

Canada & Google Reach Deal to Preserve News in Search Results Amidst Online News Act

Adobe Gears Up to Defend Figma Deal in December 8 EU Hearing

Judge Urges Settlement Talks in Epic Games vs. Google Antitrust Battle

New Interim Head for India’s Antitrust Body’s Investigations Unit

CMA Appoints Joel Bamford as Executive Director for Mergers

Alibaba Health’s $1.73 Billion Deal to Boost Online Health Store Services

Nvidia Faces Global Regulatory Scrutiny Amid Antitrust Investigations

Meta Plans Appeal Following Judge’s Ruling in Privacy Battle with FTC

Tiger Woods Voices Discontent Over PGA Tour’s Saudi Agreement

Global Regulators Evaluate Crypto Safeguards Amid Concerns of Financial Instability

New Class-Action Antitrust Suit Shakes Up Real Estate Industry in Georgia

Google Advocates for Balanced AI Regulation in Europe

UK Antitrust Regulator Warns Against Adobe’s $20bn Deal with Figma

John Deere Ordered to Face ‘Right-to-Repair’ Lawsuits by US Farmers

Federal Judge Rules Against Meta Platforms in Privacy Battle with FTC

iRobot Faces Setback as EU Antitrust Watchdog Casts Doubt on Amazon

Davis Polk Advises on Telefónica Deutschland Takeover Bid

Australia Set to Regulate Digital Payments, Including Apple Pay and Google Pay

Canada Bans Teva USA from Federal Contracts Over US Price-Fixing Scandal

Senator Warren Supports FTC Probe into Subway Deal Amid Monopoly Concerns

Google Antitrust Trial: Judge Grapples with Competition vs. Gains Dilemma

Alaska Energy Metals Completes Acquisition of Angliers Nickel-Copper Project

Putin Calls On Russia To Counter Western AI Dominance

Regulators Scrutinize Nvidia’s Graphic Cards Amid Growing Demand and AI Chip Delays

Caltech Settles $1.1 Billion Legal Battle with Apple and Broadcom

India Warns Social Media Giants Against Deepfakes and Offensive Content

EU Commission Raids Online Delivery Companies Amid Antitrust Probe

Valve CEO Gabe Newell Ordered for In-Person Deposition in Antitrust Suit

UK AC and Refrigeration Merger Sparks Concerns Over Choice

UK Government Unveils Priorities for CMA to Boost Economy and Tackle Cost of Living

Morocco’s Competition Council Slaps $180 Million Fine on Fuel Firms for Price Fixing

Binance Faces Investor Exodus Amidst Leadership Turmoil

EU Warned Against Overregulating AI Models in Final Negotiations

EU Court Adviser Opposes Deutsche Telekom’s Bid for Antitrust Fine Interest

Amazon Nears Unconditional EU Approval for $1.4 Billion iRobot Acquisition

US Senate Subpoenas Live Nation and Ticketmaster Amidst Allegations of Non-Cooperation

Axinn Guides VMware in $69B Broadcom Acquisition

Italy Launches Probe into AI Data Gathering

Vivendi Concludes Acquisition of Lagardère in Media Industry Power Shift

Price Hikes: Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Increase by 6% in 2023

Spanish Watchdog Clears Amazon, Booking Holdings, and Tripadvisor of Fake Reviews Allegations

Broadcom Completes $69 Bn. Acquisition of VMware Despite Regulatory Hurdles

Rabobank Faces €26.6M EU Fine Over Decade-Long Bonds Trading Cartel

Kellogg, Kraft Secure Victory in Price-Fixing Lawsuit Against Egg Producers

OpenAI and Microsoft Face New Suit Over AI Training Methods

Sony Faces $7.9 Billion UK Mass Lawsuit Over Dominant Position in Store Pricing

Welsh Carson Alleges FTC’s “Aggressive Agenda” in Challenging Antitrust Suit

Google Reveals Secret Deal Allowing Spotify to Bypass Play Store Fees

UK Follows EU in Reconsidering Shipping Carriers’ Antitrust Exemption

EU Expands Probe into Delivery Hero and Glovo with Second Round of Raids

OpenAI CEO’s Ouster Sparks Intense Debate on AI Regulation in the EU

Broadcom Set to Finalize $69 Billion VMWare Acquisition

Abu Dhabi-Backed RedBird IMI Secures UK’s Telegraph in £600 Million Deal

Court Greenlights CarePoint’s Antitrust Suit Against RWJ Barnabas Health

Apple Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Abuse of Market Power in Peer-to-Peer Payment Services

France, Germany, and Italy Forge Common Ground on AI Regulation

UK’s CMA Responds to Criticism with Plans to Revise Merger Procedures

Korea’s Antitrust Regulator Crafting Guidelines for Corporate Chiefs

Adobe Faces EU Antitrust Complaint Over $20 Billion Figma Bid

Norwegian’s Wideroe Acquisition Faces Regulatory Hurdles

CFPB Throws a Curveball: Big Tech Faces Tightened Financial Oversight

Hu Honua Bioenergy Files $1B Suit Against Hawaiian Electric for PPA Termination

FTC Sues To Block California Hospital Deal Citing Antitrust Concerns

Italy Probes Instagram and Top Influencer for Misleading Posts

Apple Challenges EU’s Digital Markets Act in Legal Battle

Sam Altman Contemplates Return to OpenAI Amidst Talks of New AI Venture

US Wraps Up Google Antitrust Case, Alleging Monopoly Practices

OpenAI Ousts Sam Altman as CEO

Key Antitrust Enforcer Joins Bona Law

Google Faces Antitrust Trial in Mexico Over Alleged Unfair Practices

DOJ Backs Lawsuits Against RealPage Over Rent Overcharging Allegations

UK Government Empowers Watchdog to Combat Soaring Fuel Prices

Alibaba Abandons Cloud Business Spin-off Amidst US Chip Export Ban

Italy Probes Airline Pricing Algorithms Amid Soaring Ticket Prices

Big Tech Challenge EU’s New Digital Competition Regime

NAR Plans Appeal After Guilty Verdict in Commission Lawsuit

Illinois Supreme Court Questions Legality of Staffing Agencies’ No-Poach Agreements

Meta Challenges EU’s Gatekeeper Designation for Messenger & Marketplace

Adobe Braces for EU Antitrust Warning on $20 Billion Figma Bid

Allkem-Livent Merger Receives Green Light

EU Seeks Clarification from Amazon Regarding Customer Protection Measures

Google Takes Stride in AI Copyright Regulation, Promises Indemnity for Users

Europe Urges Clarity on China’s Cross-Border Data Transfer Rules

IMF Urges Proactive Development of Central Bank Digital Currencies

US Lawmakers Grill Apple Over Jon Stewart’s Show, Cite China Concerns

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Defends Google Play Store in Antitrust Trial

Italy Fines Energy Giants €15.6 Million for Unilateral Price Hikes

Canada to Scrutinize Teck Resources’ Coal Business Sale to Glencore-Led Consortium

Google Paid Samsung $8 Billion Over Four Years, Jurors Told at Antitrust Trial

Airbnb Boosts AI Arsenal with GamePlanner.AI Acquisition

UK Urges Stricter Controls on Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat

Microsoft and Google Accept EU Gatekeeper Status without Challenge

German Watchdog Launches Probe Into Coca-Cola’s Rebate Practices

EU Antitrust Warning Looms Over Adobe’s $20 Billion Bid for Figma

DOJ Seeks Dismissal of Labor Antitrust Charges Against UnitedHealth Affiliate

Shareholder Files Suit Against Live Nation Alleging Concealment of Anticompetitive Practices

Google’s Payments to Apple Not Monopolistic, Expert Testifies in Antitrust Trial

Australian TPG Telecom Abandons A$6.3 Billion Deal Talks with Vocus Group

Belgium’s Regulator Rejects Calls for Big Tech to Fund 5G and Broadband Rollout

Livent’s $10.6B Merger: Arcadium Lithium Aims for World’s Third-Largest Producer

Addleshaw Goddard Expands Energy Law Team in Germany

Judge Investigates Fraudulent Website in Visa and Mastercard Settlement

Italian Watchdog Probes Verallia and Local Glass Firms for Anticompetitive Practices

SCOTUS to Decide on Suit Challenging US FIFA Match Ban

Thailand Approves Advanced Info Service Takeover of Triple T Broadband with Consumer Safeguards

India Introduces Draft Broadcasting Law to Regulate Streaming Giants

Google Eyes Significant Investment in Character.AI to Boost AI Chatbot Capabilities

UFC Faces Billion-Dollar Legal Battle as Class Action Moves Forward

Apple to Challenge EU’s Digital Markets Act, Contests App Store Inclusion

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Faces Grilling in Epic Games Antitrust Trial

Federal Judge Declines Demand for US College Sports Pay Data in Wage-Fixing Case

New Antitrust Suit Targets NAR and Keller Williams for Price Inflation”

UK Regulator Raises Concerns Over Fuel Retailers’ Competition

Paul Clement Leads Keller Williams in $1.8 Billion Antitrust Battle”

Senator Warren Disapproves of FTC’s Amgen-Horizon Merger Decision

Koch Reaches Settlement with DOJ Over Chicken Supplier Practices

EU Court Ruling Favors Google, Meta Against Austrian Law

Apple’s Battle Against a $14 Billion EU Tax Bill Faces a Setback

National Association of Realtors Faces Potential Billions in Lawsuits Following $1.8 Billion Verdict

DOJ and FTC Participate in G7 Digital Competition Summit

German Court Rules in Favor of Alcmene in Refinery Ownership Dispute

Apple to Adjust App Store Policies to Comply with EU Digital Markets Act

Google Under Fire for $360M Incentives to Activision-Blizzard Amid Epic Games’ Suit

Geradin Partners Expands Its Reach with Amsterdam Office

Spanish Watchdog Kicks Off First Case on Crypto Advertising Violations

Six Flags, Cedar Fair In Merger Talks

Canada Opens Fiber Networks to Independent ISPs

Mexico’s Cofece Boosts Competition in Guerrero for Hurricane Otis Relief

Huawei Gains Ground in AI Chip Market as US Restrictions Boost Opportunities

Maradona’s Heirs Triumph in EU Trademark Battle

Norwegian Regulator Flags Competition Concerns in Nordea-Danske Deal

FTC Challenges 100+ Orange Book Patents, Aims to Lower Drug Prices

EU Pushes Transparency Rules for Political Ads on US Big Tech

UK Empowers Regulator to Tailor Rules for Big Tech

Epic Games Accuses Google of ‘Blocking and Bribing’ in Antitrust Trial

Mayer Brown Adds Antitrust Partner In London

Electronics Giants Warn of Supply Chain Disruption Over EU Cybersecurity Rule’s

Vanderbilt University Settles Lawsuit Over Financial Aid Conspiracy

British PM Secures AI Agreements, Global Regulation Still Pending

EC Investigates Soaring Air Fares in Europe

Athletes Granted Class Action Status in Suit Against NCAA with Potential $4.5 Billion Damages

EU Industry Chief Urges TikTok to Combat Disinformation

Global Shipowners Urge UK to Protect Industry from EU Competition Laws

UK Regulator Approves $7.9 Billion Westinghouse Electric Acquisition

U.S. Supreme Court to Review Coinbase’s Bid for Private Arbitration

Italy’s Antitrust Regulator Issues Warning to Rome, Milan, and Naples on Taxi Licensing

Google’s ‘Bard’ Chatbot Supports DOJ in Antitrust Trial Against Search Giant

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew to Meet EU Officials in Brussels

MLB Settles Antitrust Lawsuits, Avoids Supreme Court Challenge

Judge Orders T-Mobile to Face Suit Alleging Anti-Competitive Practices

Google Faces Antitrust Accusations from Fortnite Creator in Epic Trial

Amazon & Meta Commit to Fair Competition in UK Retail Platforms

EU Approve Vodafone-CK Hutchison £19 Billion Merger in the UK

Amazon Accused of Doubling Ads and Deleting Messages Amid Antitrust Probe

UFC’s Hopes Dashed as Ninth Circuit Denies Antitrust Appeal

Italy Probes Intesa Sanpaolo’s Isybank Transition Amid Controversy

Rep. Jordan Subpoenas Climate Group Over Alleged ‘Collusion’ & Antitrust Violations

Latvian Watchdog Fines Three Companies for Prohibited Agreement

Uber & Lyft to Pay $328 Million NY Settlement in Wage Theft Suit

Rep. Ken Buck to Retire From House

US Senators Call For Antitrust Probe into ExxonMobil & Chevron Mega-Deals

Spirit Airlines CEO Defends $3.8 Billion JetBlue Merger to Challenge US Airlines

Elon Musk Calls for Independent Oversight in AI Development

EU Data Regulator Extends Ban on Behavioral Advertising

Antitrust Trial Sheds Light on Google’s Search and Ads Team Conflicts

Google Counters Gannett’s Antitrust Claims, Seeking Dismissal of Case

Alastair Chapman Named Leader of Freshfields’ Antitrust Team

Alphabet Settles Google Play Antitrust Claim by Match

Judge Orders Realtors to Pay $1.78 Billion in Damage in Antitrust Suit

European Commission Backs FIFA’s Football Agents Regulation

Ex-Asphalt Company President Pleads Guilty in Bid-Rigging Case

Origin Energy’s Top Shareholder Opposes $9.78 Billion Takeover Bid

Canada Bans WeChat & Kaspersky on Government Devices

SCOTUS Considers Whether Public Officials Can Block Social Media Critics

EU Regulators Pressure Apple to Reduce App Store Fees

JetBlue’s $3.8 Billion Acquisition of Spirit Airlines Goes To Trial

Biden Signs Executive Order on AI Balancing Innovation and Security

Broadcom & VMware Delay $69B Merger Pending China Approval

Qantas Airways Rejects Misleading Passengers Allegations

Google’s Pichai Defends Default Search Engine Payments in Antitrust Trial

EU Investigates Slovak Post and Swan Cooperation for State Aid Compliance

EU Approves Hitachi Rail’s $1.7 Billion-Euro Acquisition of Thales’ Railway

Crypto Billionaire Funds $500 Million Nvidia Chip Purchase for AI Clouds

EU to Make Decision on Amazon’s iRobot Acquisition by Valentine’s Day

Orrick and Buckley to Merge DC Offices in Q1 2024

Korean Air and Asiana Cargo Decision Could Impact EU’s Merger Approval

Google Commits Up to $2 Billion Investment in OpenAI Competitor Anthropic

G7 Adopts Voluntary Guidelines for AI Industry

Tuesday Trial Set for JetBlue-Spirit Merger Case in Boston

Cannabis Firms Hire Microsoft Antitrust Lawyer to Challenge Federal Pot Ban

Federal Appeals Court Upholds $2.7 Billion Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement

Mexico Takes Action Against Alleged Monopolistic Practices in Medicinal Oxygen Market

FTC vs. Amazon: Attorney-Client Privilege at Risk, Says Corporate Lawyer Group

EU Commission Requests Information from Tech Giants on Content Moderation

Media Outlets Win Access to Evidence in DOJ’s Antitrust Trial Against Google

UN Creates Advisory Body to Tackle Global AI Governance Issues

Western Digital and Japan’s Kioxia Terminate Merger Talks

Monopoly Case Against Google Centers on iPhone’s Search Engine Switching Process

Sanderson Farms Cleared of Chicken Price-Fixing Allegations

DOJ’s Kanter Visits Minnesota to Witness Agricultural Consolidation Impact

US Judge Dismisses Las Vegas Hotel Price-Fixing Lawsuit

European Union Lawmakers Make Progress on AI Regulations

EU Approves Arcelik’s Acquisition of Whirlpool’s European Appliances Business

EU Court Overturns Landmark Antitrust Fine on Bulgarian Energy Holding

UK Extends Deadline for Adobe’s $20 Billion Figma Acquisition Probe

Orange and MasMovil Choose Digi to Address EU Antitrust Concerns

Apple Commits to Right to Repair, Backs Nationwide Legislation

Suit Claims Big Data Algorithms are Behind Soaring US Rents

Qantas & China Eastern Airlines Abandon Joint Business Amid ACCC Scrutiny

‘Poison Pill’ Tool for Artists Could Transform Copyright Protection Against AI

Top AI Researchers Demand One-Third of Funding for AI Safety & Regulation

42 Attorneys General Sue Meta Over Addictive Features

UK Ministers Poised to Reject Big Tech’s Bid for Broader Antitrust Rights

NY Attorney General Joins Coalition Challenging Baseball’s Antitrust Exemption

Apple Fights Subpoena Related to NFL “Sunday Ticket” Dispute

Italy Supports Big Tech Contribution to Telecoms Funding

AGs & Lawmakers Push Supreme Court to End MLB’s Antitrust Exemption

Chevron’s $53B Mega-Merger with Hess Sets Oil Industry Abuzz

Walgreens Settles Investor Lawsuit Over Rite Aid Merger

UK News Coalition Urges PM to Protect Big Tech Regulation

High Court Gives TikTok Grounds to Challenge €345m EU Fine

South Korea Grants Conditional Approval to Broadcom’s Purchase of VMware

Tesla Receives Subpoenas from US DOJ Amid Ongoing Probe

Indivior Settles US Antitrust Suboxone Case for $385 Million

EU Lawmakers Delay Crucial AI Rules Agreement Until December

Japan Probes Google for Mobile Search Antitrust Violations

Senator Calls for Answers from 23andMe CEO Over Data Breach

Cornerstone Research Expands Its EU Presence with Brussels Office

Kioxia Seeks In Merger Talks With Western Digital

DOJ Supports Tesla’s Argument in Louisiana Antitrust Lawsuit

FTC Presses Total Wine for Antitrust Probe Cooperation

DOJ Wraps Up Case Against Google

EU Reopens Adobe’s $20 Billion Figma Bid Inquiry

Amazon Requests Dismissal of FTC Suit Over Prime Practices

US Judge Approves $70M Settlement in Merck and Glenmark Antitrust Case

Italian Carmaker DR Faces Antitrust Probe for Vehicle Origin Misrepresentation

EU Fines Pharma Firms €13.4M in Price-Fixing Case

FCC Advances Proposal to Restore Net Neutrality Rules

EU Unconditionally Approves Pfizer’s $43 Billion Seagen Acquisition

MLB Players’ Union Backs Minor League Teams in Supreme Court Antitrust Challenge

Google Exec Defends Search Quality in US Antitrust Trial

UK’s CMA Details Antitrust Investigation into Cloud Services Market

US Senate Commerce Committee Advances Three FTC Nominations

EU Watchdog Calls for Data Privacy Enhancements in Digital Legislation

Amazon’s Unanswered Offer to Settle California Antitrust Investigation

Google Faces £13.6B UK Antitrust Class Action Suit

Wyndham Rejects $9.8 Billion Choice Hotels Takeover Bid

UK Competition Regulator Approves Heathrow Fee Cuts Amid Controversy

Meta and FTC Clash Over Privacy Order in Court

EU Securities Watchdog Issues Stark Warning on Cryptoasset Investments

South Africa Probes Meta and Google Over News Revenue

US Senator Questions Tech Giants on Combating Misleading Content

Biden Administration to Halt Advanced AI Chip Shipments to China

EU Raids Construction Chemical Firms Amid Collusion Concerns

US Real Estate Broker Commissions Face Antitrust Scrutiny

TikTok Challenges €345m EU Fine for Data Privacy Violations

High-Profile Broker Commission Antitrust Suit Commences in Kansas City

Major Media Outlets Demand Transparency in Google Antitrust Trial

New Australian Bill Seeks to Regulate Digital Asset Platforms

DOJ Dismisses Disclosure of Sensitive Data in Agri Stats Case

Singapore’s Competition Watchdog Questions Grab’s Trans-cab Acquisition

TikTok Takes Rapid Action Against Disinformation After EU Pressure

CMA Senior Director of Mergers Joins Freshfields as Antitrust Partner in London

Western Digital Plans Chip Merger with Japan’s Kioxia

UK Clears Microsoft’s $69 Billion Activision Blizzard Acquisition After Restructure

Illumina to Shed Grail in 12 Months Without EU Court Win

Federal Judge Allows Paul Weiss to Continue Representing Google in Monopoly Case

California May Sue to Block Kroger’s $24.6 Billion Acquisition of Albertsons

FTC Keeps Eye on Microsoft-Activision Deal as Ubisoft Enters the Fray

ACCC Calls for Action on Recalled LG Batteries

Linklaters Expands UK Antitrust & Foreign Investment Practice

Consumer Lawsuit Challenging JetBlue-Spirit Merger Advances

EU Probes X, Testing New Tech Regulations

Caltech Settles Seven-Year Patent Battle with Apple & Broadcom

Google’s Pledge to Protect Users in Generative AI IP Disputes

Google Agrees to Pay German Publishers Annually for News Content

Yandex’s Ride-Sharing App In Dutch Data Protection Cross-Hairs

UK Probes Major TV Production Companies for Antitrust Violations

BRICS Competition Watchdogs Will Meet To Discuss Digital Markets

US Seeks $28.9 Billion in Microsoft Audit Dispute

EU Orders Illumina to Reverse $7B Grail Buy-Out

Exxon Mobil To Buy Pioneer Natural Resources in $59.5B All-Stock Deal

EU’s Bid for Big Tech Funding of 5G Rollout Delayed Until 2025

Caroline Ellison Testifies Against Sam Bankman-Fried in Fraud Trial

EU’s Breton Issues 24-Hour Ultimatum to Meta Over Disinformation Concerns

Vueling Facing Italian Antitrust Probe Over Pricing

SEC Investigates Twitter’s Security Lapse Pre-Elon Musk Acquisition

Google Trial: Pichai Slams Google-Apple Search Deal

NCAA and Big Ten Leaders Testify Before Senate on Athlete Compensation

Flipkart’s Hiring of Former CCI Official During Antitrust Probe Draws Controversy

Amazon Launches Test Internet Satellites to Complete With Musk’s Starlink

Australia’s Largest Energy Retailer Takeover Approved with Conditions

AMD to Snap Up Startup Nod.ai in Race Against Nvidia

Germany’s Antitrust Chief Warns of Big Tech’s AI Dominance

EU Ends Decades-Long Exemption for Cargo Shipping in Bid to Boost Competition

Paul Weiss Law Firm Fights Bid to Bar Representation of Google

FTC Drops Case Against Axon After Supreme Court Victory

EU Regulators Seek Input on Bing & iMessage Compliance with New Tech Rules

NFL’s Antitrust Drama: Tom Brady’s Raiders Ownership Deal Sparks Legal Battle

Google’s Altered Ad Auctions Boost Revenue by Billions Says Witness At Trial

BMW Concerned Over EU Probe into China EVs

Musk Facing SEC Lawsuit Over Twitter Takeover

South Korea Accuses Google and Apple of App Market Abuse

French App Devs Drop US Apple Suit, Plan Legal Action in France

Walmart Facing Antitrust Panel in Mexico Over Monopoly Claims

Alphabet CEO Pichai to Testify in Epic vs. Google Antitrust Trial

Pharma Giants Unite Against Antitrust Overhaul

Google Trial: DuckDuckGo’s Bid for Apple Partnership Stymied by Google Contracts

Netherlands and UN Collaborate on European AI Oversight Project

Google to Improve Data Control in Response to German Antitrust Watchdog

UK Investigates Microsoft and Amazon for Cloud Service Competition

Blackbaud Agrees to $49.5 Million Settlement with 49 States

UK Approves Hitachi’s €1.7 Billion Thales Rail-Signal Acquisition

U.S. Senators Launch Inquiry into TikTok’s Hiring of ByteDance Executives

Google Faces Grilling Over Alleged Unfair Ad Practices in Antitrust Trial

EU to Investigate Apple and Google’s Compliance with New Tech Rules

Warren Raises Concerns Over UnitedHealth’s Amedisys Deal

China Objects to EU’s Swift Electric Vehicle Subsidy Probe

Google Antitrust Lawsuit Returns to Texas

Google Urges Appeals Court to Keep Antitrust Case in NY Amid Venue Dispute

NY Attorney General Leads 19-State Support for CFPB in Supreme Court

FTC Exposes Amazon’s Price-Manipulating Algorithm Amid Antitrust Probe

European Regulators Escalate Antitrust Actions Against Big Tech

EU Evaluates Tech & AI Risks for Economic Security

Spotify CEO Urges UK Government for Big Tech Regulation Post-Brexit

EU Parliament Boosts Journalists’ Spyware Protections in Media Freedoms Act

Russian Court Upholds Apple Fine for Alleged Market Dominance Abuse

Ofcom Calls For Probe of Amazon & Microsoft’s UK Cloud Dominance

JetBlue Airways Files Complaint Against Netherlands and EU Over Airport Cap

Disney Must Face Consumer Antitrust Suit

Spain Looks Into Saudi Telecom $2.5B Telefonica Buy

Microsoft CEO Challenges Google’s Default Dominance in Antitrust Trial

Last-Minute Settlement With Visa Alters Euronet’s Antitrust Trial

Dutch Regulator Rejects Apple’s Appeals Against €50 Million Fine

Zillow Wins Deceptive Listings Case

Red Bull’s Bid to Suspend EU Antitrust Decision Fails in Luxembourg Court

EU Antitrust Regulators Monitor AI Chips, No Formal Probe Yet

Turkey’s Watchdog Investigates Corporate Bond Issuances

UK Regulators Probe Qualcomm’s Autotalks Acquisition

Supreme Court to Review State Laws Limiting Social Media

FICO Loses Bid to Dismiss Antitrust Claims Over Credit-Scoring Market

US Judge Faces Criticism for Secrecy in Google Antitrust Case

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to Testify in Landmark Case Against Google

Microsoft’s Multi-Billion Dollar Apple Deal to Challenge Google Exposed

Nvidia’s French Offices Raided Amid EU Antitrust Probe

Epic Games to Cut Approximately 900 Jobs

DOJ Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Agri Stats Over Meat Industry Manipulation

Amazon Scores Initial Victory in Legal Battle with EU Regulators

Valve Loses EU Appeal for Geo-Blocking Practices

Judge Drops Off from US Amazon Antitrust Case

Epic Games Asks SCOTUS To Review Apple Antitrust Case

Qualcomm Successfully Defends Against Consumer Antitrust Lawsuit in California

Microsoft Alleges Apple Leveraged Bing as Negotiation Tool Against Google

Irish Competition Watchdog Gains New Powers to Issue Fines

Korean Air Accepts Merger Conditions in Revised EU Proposal

FTC’s Amazon Antitrust Suit Faces Challenges, Experts Note

Romania’s Watchdog Probes PPC’s Acquisition of Lukoil’s Land Power

UChicago Resolves Financial Aid Antitrust Lawsuit

New Deal Allows Hollywood to Use Writers’ Work for AI Training

Edwards Lifesciences Collaborates with EU Antitrust Regulators Amid Raid

FTC and 17 States Sue Amazon for Antitrust Violations

EU Antitrust Regulators Pause Inquiry into Adobe’s $20B Figma Bid

JPMorgan Chase Bank Enforces Cryptocurrency Payment Restrictions in the UK

FCC Moves to Restore Net Neutrality After Democrats Regain Control

Indonesia Introduces New Regulations on Social Media

EU Investigates Unfair Subsidies for Tesla, BMW, and Renault

EU Industry Chief Urges Apple to Open Up Digital Marketplaces

Gilead to Pay $246.75 Million To Settle Generics Delay Suit

New Report Debunks Lack of Competition as Cause of High Grocery Costs in UK’s Jersey

Yelp & News Organizations Seek To Disqualify Google’s Attorneys

Italian Antitrust Agency Investigates Hearing Aid Market

Apple Execs Eddy Cue & John Giannandrea to Testify in Google Antitrust Trial

EU Blocks Booking’s €1.63 Billion Acquisition of ETraveli Group

Geradin Partners Strengthens UK Antitrust Litigation Team

Booking Holdings Objects to EU Antitrust Veto

DuckDuckGo CEO Calls for Easier Switching of Search Engines at Google Trial

Broadcom Appeals South Korean Ruling on Market Dominance

Senior EU Antitrust Official Urges Action on No-Poach Agreements

EU Fines Intel for Blocking Rival Companies

US, Mexico & Canada Join Forces to Combat Collusion In FIFA World Cup

Australian Regulator Blocks Transurban’s Bid for Melbourne Toll Road

Polish Regulators Investigate Microsoft-Backed OpenAI Over GDPR Violations

European Union Fines Diehl For Military Hand Grenade Cartel

The DOJ Pulls Google Antitrust Trial Documents Offline After Complaint

Japan Goes After Tech Giants Over News Distribution

South Korea Fines Broadcom Over Supply Deal with Samsung

Morgan Lewis Welcomes Former FTC Deputy Assistant Director as Antitrust Partner

FTC Commissioner Nominees Stress Urgent Need to Address Deceptive Use of AI

Ireland Names New Competition Head

UK Appeals Tribunal Back Watchdog in Ruling Against Drug Price Hikes

EU Court Upholds Decision Against €700 Million Belgian Tax Scheme for Multinationals

NY AG Heads Multistate Effort to Support DOJ & FTC Merger Guidelines

Italy’s Watchdog Probes Ryanair for Alleged Abuse of Dominant Position

22 Republican AGs Express Antitrust Concerns Over Net Zero Alliance

Competition Commission of India Appoints Three New Members

French Regulator OKs FDJ’s Buy of Online Horse Racing Betting Site

US & Goggle Clash Over Public Access in Antitrust Trial

Canada’s News Rules For Tech Giants Spark International Attention

US Lawmakers Call for Tighter Regulations on Exporting Chips to China

UK Invites China to Global AI Regulation Summit

Google Alleges EU Overreach in €2.4 Billion Fine At Appeal Trial

EU Raids Cardiovascular Device Firm Amid Antitrust Concerns

SCOTUS Asked to Overturn Major League Baseball Antitrust Exemption

Portuguese Watchdog Takes Steps to Bar Huawei from 5G Networks

Judge Rejects $5 Million Settlement in Papa John’s No-Poaching Suit

Norwegian’s Acquisition of Widerøe Under Scrutiny by Competition Watchdog

Partners to Vote on Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling Merger

Chinese Government Takes Action to Establish Standards for Metaverse

Verizon Exec Testifies Google’s Browser is Always Pre-Installed on Mobile Phones

UK Watchdog Looks to Prevent Big Tech Monopolies in AI

Subway’s $9.6 Billion Sale Sparks Antitrust Concerns

Canada Aims to Revise Competition Laws in Response to Escalating Food Costs

French Drinks Giant Faces Indian Collusion Probe

Hitachi Offers Asset Sale to EU for Thales Acquisition Approval

TikTok Hit with $368 Million EU Fine for Data Privacy Violations

EU Antitrust Regulators to Decide on Pfizer’s Seagen Deal by October 19

Verizon Executive To Testify in US vs. Google Antitrust Trial

Volkswagen Fights Against Italian Dieselgate Fine

ACCC Delays Decision on Coles’ Milk Processing Facilities Acquisition

Indonesia’s Regulator Sees No Monopolistic Practices by TikTok

EU Antitrust Regulators Maintain Vigilance Despite Vestager’s Absence

Hawley’s Antitrust Bill Aims to Dismantle Meatpacking Monopolies

EU Accused of Protectionism in China’s Electric Vehicle Probe

Squire Patton Adds Antitrust Pro In DC

Blumenthal Subpoenas Saudi Fund in US Antitrust Suit

US Trade Offices Seek Comments on Standard Essential Patents

Trial Against Google Continues Amidst Concerns of Secrecy

Governments Worldwide Grapple with AI Regulation

China Watchdog Fines Tencent

Dutch Group Files Subpoena Against Twitter Over Data Misuse

US Subcontractor Must Pay Criminal Fine For Rigging Bids

EU Investigates Chinese Electric Vehicle Subsidies for Market Protection

Wego Buys Singapore-Based Travelstop

Electronics Giant LG Fined in the Netherlands for Price-Fixing

US Prosecutors Accuse Google of Operating an Illegal Monopoly

Google Faces Dutch Lawsuit for Constant Surveillance and Sharing of Personal Data

EU Questions Microsoft’s UK Commitments For Blizzard Deal

Pulitzer Prize Winner and Other Authors Accuse OpenAI of Misusing Their Writing

Italy’s Prime Minister Confused by EC’s Inaction on ITA Airways Deal

Nvidia Dominates AI Chip Market, Funding for Chip Startups Declines

Antitrust Lawsuit Sends Natco Pharma’s Shares Tumbling

European Commission Delays Investigation into Amazon’s Acquisition of iRobot

Ukraine’s Parliament Names New Head of Antimonopoly Committee

Germany’s Onshore Wind Auction Raises Concerns About Renewable Energy Targets

Judge Rules Meta Must Face Medical Data Privacy Suit

UK Watchdog Backs Heathrow Airport Fee Decision

Google Faces Historic Trial on Federal Antitrust Charges

Major Freight Train Company Hit with Antitrust Suit from Rival

Geradin Partners Grows Competition Team

Health Care Staffing Exec Charged With Wage-Fixing

Amazon Must Face Price-Fixing Class Action Suit

UK Delays Tighter Crypto Regulations Until 2024

Truckers Protest Biden’s EPA Regulations

UK Watchdog Probes Veterinary Prices

Health Insurer Sues Bristol Myers Squibb for Violating Antitrust Law

Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Wrongful Charges for Returns

Mark McAllister Favored Candidate for Chair of UK’s Ofgem

Australia Passes New Law to Challenge ASX Near-Monopoly Status

Comcast and Disney Set to Move Forward with Hulu Sale Talks

Norwegian Court Rules Meta Could be Fined for Breaching Data Privacy

Apple Execs Must Testify in Google Antitrust Trial

Google Reaches Settlement in Antitrust Lawsuit Over US Play Store

Zillow and REX Prepare for Legal Showdown in Seattle

Vestager Steps Down, Reynders Takes Charge of EU Competition Policy

Huawei Challenges Portugal’s Ban on 5G Equipment

Facebook Discontinues ‘Facebook News’ Feature in UK, France, and Germany

Harvard and 10x Genomics Must Face Antitrust Suits

Iceland Fines Samskip for Collusion

Qantas Apologizes To Australian Watchdog for Sale of Cancelled Flight Tickets

FTC Wins Ruling Against TurboTax Maker Intuit for Deceptive Advertisements

Google and Facebook to Negotiate Deals with News Publishers in Canada

Russia Fines Tinder and Twitch for Data Localization Violations

UK Risks Falling Behind EU and US in AI Regulation, Warn MPs

Tech Giants Prepare for EU’s Sweeping Crackdown on Anti-Competitive Practices

Morocco’s Competition Council Imposes $7.2B in Antitrust Fines in 2022

Air India and Vistara Merger Approved by Competition Commission of India

RBC’s Acquisition of HSBC Unit Gets Green Light from Canadian Competition Bureau

FTC OKs Amgen’s $27.8 Billion Acquisition of Horizon Therapeutics

Suit Alleges Price-Fixing in Rental Prices in Mobile Home Communities

Meta Platforms Contemplates Paid Subscriptions with No Ads for EU Users

Google Accuses DOJ Official of ‘Personal Vendetta’ in Antitrust Case

Google Faces Lawsuit from Danish Job-Search Rival

Hollywood Guilds Call on FTC to Investigate Hollywood Mergers

Australian Antitrust Watchdog Sues Qantas Over Ticket Sales

US Department of Commerce Clarifies Stance on Chip Sales to Middle East

Google’s Fitbit Faces GDPR Complaints Over Data Transfers

Microsoft Unbundles Teams from Office in Response to EU Antitrust Concerns

Court Overturns $57 Million Legal Fee Award in Chicken Price-Fixing Case

New Zealand Competition Watchdog Keeps Power To Regulate Mobile Roaming

French Finance Minister Backs Margrethe Vestager for EIB Job

Major Investment Banks Settle $499 Million Lawsuit Over Stock-Loan Market Control

Amazon, Publishers Secure Dismissal of Bookstore Price-Fixing Suit

South African Regulator Approves Unilever’s Acquisition of Dermalogica

Canadian Rogers & Shaw Awarded $9.58M in Battle with Competition Bureau

Rawls and Antitrust’s Justice Function

US Steel Receives Multiple Offers After Rejecting $7.3 Billion Buyout Proposal

US Appeals Court Denies Winn-Dixie’s Bid For New Mushroom Price-fixing Suit

Biden Takes Aim at ‘Big Pharma’ with Prescription Drug Price Negotiations

Cloud-Banking Software Company nCino Settles Antitrust Lawsuit

Binance Sets Up Polish Entity to Serve Belgian Clients

Spain Creates New Regulator For AI

Canada’s News Block on Meta Has Minimal Impact on User Engagement

Italy’s Treasury Dept and US Fund KKR Jointly Acquire Telecom Italia’s Grid

US District Judge To Free Google from Class-Action Lawsuit

Neiman Marcus Considers Selling Itself to Rival Saks Fifth Avenue

China’s Xpeng to Acquire Didi’s EV Business in $744 Million Deal

US Oncologist Pleads Guilty in Cancer Treatment Price Conspiracy

Debate Heats Up in Germany Over Electricity Price State Aid

Swiss Competition Commission Probes UBS’s Acquisition of Credit Suisse

New Policy in India Could Benefit Tesla

Congresswoman Raises Concerns About ICE’s Acquisition of Black Knight

UK’s Competition Authority Launches Probe into Homebuilders’ Practices

Canada Prepares for Mandatory Bargaining Between News and Tech Giants

How the EU Digital Services Act Affects Big Tech

Blue Cross Blue Shield Claims Ford Took To Long To File Antitrust Suit

Appeals Court Overturns Ruling in McDonald’s Antitrust Case

DOJ Sentences Military Contractors for Bid-Rigging Scheme

Competition Commission Closes Case Against Tata Motors Over Alleged Dominant Position Abuse

UK Watchdog Launches Ten-Year Review of Concurrency Arrangements

Tech Giants Face Significant Impact as EU Implements Digital Services Act Friday

Apple Supports ‘Right to Repair Bill’ in California

Subway, Iconic Sandwich Chain, Sold for $9.55 Billion to Private Equity Firm

Google Vows Ads Transparency Center to Comply with Digital Services Act

Steve Cernak Named Chair-Elect of ABA Antitrust Law Section

Unions Call for Review of Aldi Winn-Dixie Merger

FIFA Hit with €150,000 Fine by German Court

EU’s Breton Calls on Tech Giants to Restore Trust By Following DSA

US Senator Calls for Investigation into Energizer-Spectrum Brands Merger

Thoma Bravo Completes $2.3 Billion Acquisition of ForgeRock

Germany Doubles Funding for AI In Bid To Compete With China

Norway’s Watchdog Tells Court Meta Broke EU Data Privacy Rules

Australian Watchdog Clears Newmont’s Newcrest Deal

Indivior Settles $30M in Antitrust Lawsuit Over Suboxone

Meta Challenges Norwegian Fine Over User Privacy Breach

Microsoft Proposes Updated UK Deal for Activision Blizzard Acquisition

EU Watchdogs Scrutinize Microsoft’s Cloud Rights Sale Amid Activision Blizzard Bid

Ex-Covington & Burling Partner Chosen as Director of FTC’s Bureau of Competition

US Antitrust Agencies Strengthen Stance on Competing Company Directors

EEX’s Acquisition Faces EU Antitrust Review

Appeals Court Reinstates Suit Alleging Monopolistic Practices by Johns Manville

US Court Declares AI-Generated Art Unfit for Copyright Protection

UK Clears Broadcom’s $69B VMware Buy

Trudeau Criticizes Meta’s News Ban During Canadian Wildfires

Montana’s AG Asks Judge to Uphold State Ban

New York City Bans TikTok on Government Devices Citing Security Concerns

SoftBank’s Vision Fund Unit Acquires 25% Stake in Arm

Tyson Foods Looks to Sell Its Chinese Business

Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Alleging Beef Price-Fixing Scheme

EU Commission Examines Qualcomm’s Planned Takeover of Autotalks

California AG Probes Kroger’s Acquisition of Albertsons Over Food Desserts

Gilead Agrees to $246.8M Settlement in Pay-For-Delay Case

Australian Competition Watchdog Extends Qantas-Emirates Partnership

Federal Judge Dismisses Antitrust Allegations Against NAR and Zillow

Writers Guild of America Raises Antitrust Concerns Over Streaming Services

Antitrust and Consumer Protection Litigation Expert Joins King & Spalding

Amazon Imposes New Fee on Third-Party Merchants

US Booksellers & Antitrust Advocates Call for DOJ Probe of Amazon’s Alledged Book Monopoly

United Group’s Mobile Telephony Towers Sale Approved by Bulgarian Regulator

Intel Cancels $5.4B Acquisition of Tower Semiconductor

Pinterest Directors Resign Board Over DOJ Antitrust Crackdown

Spain’s Watchdog Presents Guidelines For Competition in Public Sector Contracts

Red Cross Argues With DOJ Nonprofit Status Exempts Them from Antitrust Law

Ukraine Updates Antitrust Rules To Help Reconstruction

Elon Musk’s X Faces Pushback from Republicans Over Antitrust Concerns

Formosa Settles Price-Fixing Suit

Steelmaker Battle Intensifies as Esmark Makes $7.8 Billion Offer for U.S. Steel

European Commission’s Digital Services Act Set to Come into Effect The 25th

Pfizer Seeks to Delay Approval of Generic Version of Heart Drug

University of Chicago Settles Lawsuit in Price-Fixing Case

Judge Validates Lawsuit Alleging UFC’s Coercive Tactics

Telstra and TPG Telecom Choose Not to Appeal Australian Watchdog Ruling

US Steel Rejects $7.3 Billion Buyout Offer from Cleveland-Cliffs

Governments React to Biden’s Executive Order on Chinese Tech

Australian Court Finds Dell Australia Guilty of Misleading Customers

Tapestry to Acquire Capri Holdings in Landmark Deal

Caltech Announces Potential Settlement in Apple and Broadcom Suit

UK Watchdog Provisionally Clears $1.58B UnitedHealth-EMIS Deal

Investors Take Legal Action Against Amazon Over Anticompetitive Behavior

SEC Launches Investigation into $7.1B Grail Acquisition by Illumina

Illinois Governor Announces New Antitrust Legislation

Google Files New Motion in Legal Battle with Epic Games and Match

Amazon Addresses FTC Concerns by Phasing Out 27 Private Label Brands

Senator Alleges Collusion Among Elite Universities on Admissions Policies

Democratic Senators Call for Overhaul of Big-Bank Mergers

U.S. Soccer Federation Seeks Supreme Court Intervention in Antitrust Suit

Government’s Resolve to Rein in Anti-Competitive Practices of Tech Giants

UK Appoints Tech Expert and Diplomat for AI Safety Summit

US Judge Allows Class Action Lawsuit Against UFC to Move Forward

Live Nation Faces Shareholder Class Action Suit Over Anticompetitive Practices

New Zealand Latest to OK Microsoft & Activision Blizzard Merger

Major News Media Organizations Call for Regulation of AI Model Operators

Epic Games Loses Trial with Apple Over Payments

King & Spalding Adds Ex-FTC Official As Global Head of Antitrust

European Union Extends Decision Deadline for Adobe-Figma Merger

Google Fights Back: Emergency Motion Filed in Antitrust Lawsuit

DOJ, State AGs Join Forces to Reinstate Suit Against Designers & Saks Fifth Avenue

American Publishing House Simon & Schuster Acquired by Global Private Equity Firm KKR

Tech Groups Support TikTok Lawsuit Against Montana State Ban

Norwegian and Finnish Regulators Impose Ban on Yandex Over Data

Suit Accusing Google of Collecting User Data in Incognito Mode Advances

South Africa’s Watchdog Recommends Blocking Vodacom’s Acquisition of Maziv

Meta Faces Legal Action Over Blocking News Articles in Canada

Triumph Foods Granted Court Order Dismissing Plaintiffs in Antitrust Lawsuit

FTC Dissolves Case Against ICE’s Purchase of Black Knight

Antitrust Community Mourns Passing Of Professor Valentine Korah

India Takes Major Step in Regulating Data Compliance for Big Tech Companies

Paramount Global Set to Sell Simon & Schuster to KKR for $1.62 Billion

Fanatics Countersues Panini for Unfair Competition

California Landowners Accused of Price-Fixing in Lawsuit

Bipartisan Duo Propose New Federal Agency to Regulate Big Tech

Silicon Valley Veteran Joins Paul Weiss’ DC Office

EU Probes Adobe’s $20 Billion Acquisition of Figma

ACCC Blocks ANZ Group’s $3.2 Billion Buyout of Suncorp’s Banking Arm

TikTok Adapts Algorithm for EU Users in Compliance with EU Regulations

Coinbase Fights Back Against SEC Lawsuit

Former Director of Korea Fair Trade Commission Joins Yoon & Yang as Partner

Updates In Class Action Suit That Alleges Ivy League Schools Colluded on Financial Aid

Antitrust Suit Continues: PGA Tour, LIV Golf at Odds Despite Settlement

Air India and Vistara on the Verge of Potential Merger

US Judge Clears Way For DOJ’s Antitrust Case Against Google To Go To Trial

Panini America Sues Fanatics for Monopolizing Trading Card Market

US Judicial Panel Refuses to Pause Google Antitrust Lawsuit

Singapore’s Watchdog Probes Grab’s Takeover of Trans-Cab

Russia Fines Apple for Not Deleting ‘Inaccurate’ Content

US District Court Allows Kroger and Albertsons Merger to Proceed

CMA Launches Probe into $7.9B Deal Between Cameco and Brookfield Renewable

JetBlue & Spirit Airlines Defend $3.8B Merger Against Consumer Lawsuit

Planned $2 Billion Merger Between Cresco Labs and Columbia Care Inc Called Off

Congress Seeks Clarity on Apple’s App Store Policies and Impact on NFTs and Blockchain

Spanish Regulator Imposes Fine on Telefónica for Rule Non-Compliance

McDermott Will & Emery Adds Antitrust Leader to Roster

EU Commission Investigates Pierre Cardin for Antitrust Violations

FTC Urged to Extend Comment Period for Merger Guidelines by 60 Days

Atos Negotiating 2 Billion-Euro Deal to Sell Tech Foundations Business

Campaign Urges Political Candidates to Reject Big Tech Donations

Germany’s Ruling Coalition Overhauls Antitrust Law to Ensure Fairer Competition

Facebook and Instagram Start Process To End News Access in Canada

Italian Watchdog Launches Probe into Taxi Services Amid Severe Shortage

Meta Shifts from ‘Legitimate Interests’ to ‘Consent’ for Data Processing in EU

Energizer and Walmart Defend Against Price Fixing Lawsuit

California Privacy Regulator Investigates Automotive Industry Over Data Use

Italy’s Antitrust Authority Closes Probe into Energy Groups Without Sanctions

Google’s Search Dominance in South Africa Under Investigation

NFL Lawyers Argue No Evidence of Harm to Competition in Sunday Ticket Case

Italian Watchdog OKs Google’s Commitments

UK Watchdog Asks For Public Comments on Microsoft’s $69B Deal

German Watchdog Looks Into OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Worldcoin Project

New Federal Guidelines May Hinder UPMC and Washington Hospital Merger

Jones Day Nabs Koren Wong-Ervin as Partner in Antitrust & Competition Law Practice

Morrison Foerster Attorneys Appointed to Key Positions in ABA Antitrust Law Section

Booking Holdings Offers Concessions to EU for €1.6bn Purchase of Etraveli

French Watchdog Investigates Worldcoin Project Over Data

DOJ Considers Antitrust Probe Into Live Nation and Ticketmaster

NCAA Must Face Antitrust Class Actions Over Volunteer Coach Compensation

Epic Games Seeks Supreme Court Intervention in Apple Antitrust Case

Indian Panel Asks Govt to Finalize Digital Competition Bill

Biden Appoints Ex-Google Lobbyist as Director of Legislative Affairs

FTC Chair Accuses Rep. Jim Jordan and Judiciary Committee Staff of Intimidation Attempts

Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Tackle Big Tech Dominance and Data

FTC & Surescripts Reach Deal in Illegal Monopolization Case

Microsoft Faces Antitrust Probe in EU over Bundling Teams

Cornerstone Research Appoints New Vice President and Chief Economist of Global Technology

FTC Prepares to Challenge Amazon’s Business Practices: Politico

Reduced Number of Competitors in Brazilian Dairy Markets Sparks Concern

Visa Faces DOJ Investigation Over Debit Card Practices

Haveli Investments Acquires Software Provider Certinia in $1 Billion

Brazilian Antitrust Watchdog Recommends Blocking Sale of Dairy Partners Americas

Amazon Offers Changes to Address Competition Concerns in UK

Australia Hits Facebook with $20 Million Fine for Data Privacy Violation

Antitrust Scrutiny Forces Amazon to Lower Acquisition Price for iRobot

TikTok Launches New Text-Only Posts, To Compete With Twitter

Meta’s Offer to Curb EU Advertising Data Use May Not Be Enough

French Watchdog Files Complaint Against Apple Over User Data

Apple Accused of Charging Excessive Fees in New UK App Store Suit

SEC Files Lawsuit Against Binance. US for Inflating Trading Volumes

Eyewear Manufacturer EssilorLuxottica Accused of Artificially Inflating Prices

FTC’s Khan Defends Antitrust Record While Speaking At Economic Club of New York

Indian Watchdog Is Concerned With IndiGo and Air India Controlling 81.3% Of The Market

Spain’s Watchdog CNMC Reports Lower Traffic Growth on Telecommunication Networks

Adobe’s $20 Billion Acquisition of Figma Faces Scrutiny from EU and US Regulators

ACCC Extends Review Period for ANZ-Suncorp Merger

Swimmer, Basketball Player, and Football Player Sue NCAA for NIL

Red Bull Challenges EU Antitrust Raids

Congress Members Look To Strengthen Federal Privacy Laws In Medical Data

Biden Stresses the Importance of AI Safeguards

Kirkland & Ellis Grows Antitrust Team

South Korea Fines Pharmaceutical Firms for Market Collusion in Vaccines

Fragrance Giants Face Price-Fixing Suits Afte EU Dwan Raids

FTC Drops Case Against Microsoft’s $69B Activision Blizzard Buy

Big Tech Companies Make Voluntary Commitments to Regulate AI Industry

OLX Assisting EU Antitrust Enforcers in Investigation into Meta Platforms

Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Prioritize College Athletes’ Rights Upload

German Federal Cartel Office Launches Investigation Against Deutsche Post Subsidiary

Regulator Says UK Food Inflation Not Driven by Weak Competition

Twitter Subpoenas Sen. Elizabeth Warren Over Data Breaches

TikTok Takes Proactive Step to Work with EU Regulators

Germany’s Alfaview Files EU Antitrust Complaint Against Microsoft

Italy’s Watchdog Probes Price Hikes For Colosseum Tickets

Sidley Ads Vadim Brusser as Antitrust Partner in DC

Canada’s Watchdog OKs Newcrest Mining Merger, Creating World’s Largest Gold Miner

European Union Extends Deadline for Amazon’s iRobot Acquisition

UK Deadline Extended for Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Merger

UK’s CMA Clears Broadcom’s $61 Billion Buyout of VMware

Justice Department And FTC Propose Stricter Guidelines For Big Tech Mergers

American Economist Withdraws From EU Appointment, Amid Controversy

Supreme Court Denies Bid To Pause Microsoft’s Acquisition Of Activision Blizzard

GOP Urges FTC To Drop Case Against Microsoft’s Acquisition Of Activision

Indian Court Rules Against Google, Protects Disney’s Streaming Service

Temu Files Lawsuit Against Shein Over Antitrust Violations

TikTok Prepares For European Union’s Digital Services Act

Vestager’s Decision To Hire American Economist Faces Backlash

Tech Giants Amazon And Apple Hit With Antitrust Penalties In Spain

OpenAI Partners With American Journalism Project To Boost Local News

Visa & Mastercard Face New Antitrust Suit Over Fees

London Tribunal Pauses Microsoft’s Appeal In Activision Blizzard Takeover

European Commission Closes Investigation Into Global Blue

Italian Competition Authority Imposes Hefty Fine On eToro Europe

Norwegian Data Regulator Cracks Down On Facebook & Instagram

UN Security Council Holds First Formal Discussion On Artificial Intelligence

Semiconductor Industry Urges Biden To Refrain From Restrictions On Chip Sales To China

Microsoft And Sony Reach Agreement to Keep ‘Call of Duty’ On PlayStation

US Sugar Acquisition Of Imperial Sugar Allowed To Proceed

Australia’s Competition Watchdog Seeks Public Comment On Data Broker Practices

Bipartisan Efforts To Regulate Crypto Industry Gain Momentum

Microsoft And Activision In Talks With UK’s CMA To Address Antitrust Concerns

FTC Launches Antitrust Review Of Pfizer’s $43 Billion Takeover Of Seagen

EU Commission Stands Firm On Appointing US Economist Scott Morton

FTC’s Attempt To Pause Microsoft-Activision Deal Rejected