Browsing: Antitrust

A US judge has ruled that Google must face consequences for illegally dominating the online advertising technology market, potentially forcing the tech giant to sell off parts of its ad business.

Google addresses staff concerns following a US court ruling that found the company illegally maintained dominance in online advertising technology market

The issue of breaking up big tech companies is back in court, with recent antitrust trials focusing on Meta and Google. History shows that divestiture can be a complex remedy.

Analysis of the AI industry’s competitive landscape and antitrust implications

As Microsoft solidifies its position in the tech world, a looming federal antitrust investigation could significantly impact the company’s future.

The European Union is expected to launch an investigation into Amazon to determine if the company is giving preferential treatment to its own products on its online marketplace, potentially violating the Digital Markets Act.

Google is set to acquire cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32 billion, marking its largest acquisition to date and raising antitrust concerns. The deal reflects Google’s aggressive expansion into cloud computing and the rising demand for AI technology.

The presence of tech leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk at the 60th Presidential Inauguration sparks speculation about the government’s stance on anti-monopoly legal action.

Despite peace offerings, major tech companies like Google, Meta, and Amazon face continued antitrust scrutiny from the Trump administration, with significant legal battles ahead.

The U.S. Department of Justice has modified its antitrust strategy against Google, dropping a demand for AI divestiture while pressing forward with actions concerning the company’s Chrome browser and search dominance.