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Google vs. US: Clash Over Search Advertising Trial

Google and the U.S. Justice Department engaged in heated arguments in court regarding allegations that Google's parent company, Alphabet, unlawfully…

Epic Games Advocates App Store Reforms in Response to Antitrust Win Against Google

Epic Games, the creator of the popular video game "Fortnite," is pushing for reforms in Google's Play Store following an…

Google’s Contemplated Mega Deal: Antitrust Implications

Overview Google parent Alphabet is considering acquiring marketing software company HubSpot, a move that would likely face opposition from regulators.…

US FTC Sues to Block Kroger-Albertsons Merger: A Shift in Antitrust Enforcement Strategy

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a firm stance against the proposed tie-up between supermarket giants Kroger Co.…

Lawsuit Alleges Mastercard’s Anticompetitive Practices in Digital Wallet Space

Mastercard Inc. is facing a legal battle as Massachusetts-based technology startup OV Loop Inc. files a lawsuit against the payments…

Struggling Chinese Economy Sparks Exodus of US Law Firms

In recent years, the landscape for American law firms in China has undergone significant transformation, with several notable firms shuttering…

Growing Legal Challenges Threaten Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Under intense federal antitrust scrutiny, Kroger's bid to acquire rival Albertsons, valued at $25 billion, encounters mounting legal obstacles from…

Federal Trade Commission Investigates Tech Giants’ AI Investments

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated an inquiry into the investments and partnerships of Alphabet Inc., Amazon.com Inc.,…

Alleged Conspiracy by Apple, Visa, and Mastercard Sparks Class Action Lawsuit

A proposed class action has been filed against tech giant Apple and credit card giants Visa and Mastercard. Mirage Wine…

Former Federal Prosecutor Kat Copeland Declares Candidacy for Pennsylvania Attorney General in 2024

Former federal prosecutor Katayoun "Kat" Copeland has officially announced her bid for the position of attorney general in Pennsylvania's upcoming…

JetBlue-Spirit Merger Faces Antitrust Trial Over Competition Concerns

In an ongoing antitrust trial in Boston, the U.S. Justice Department, along with six states and Washington D.C., is challenging…

U.S. Justice Department Supports Tesla’s Argument in Louisiana Lawsuit

In a significant development, the U.S. Justice Department has thrown its weight behind Tesla in the electric car manufacturer's ongoing…