Tag: Antitrust
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China Tightens Controls on Internet Platform Pricing Practices to Protect Consumers and Merchants
Overview: A New Framework for Platform Pricing China has introduced new rules aimed at governing the pricing-related practices of internet platform operators. The move signals a broader push to curb perceived abuses in online marketplaces, where dominant platforms can influence prices, terms, and conditions for merchants and consumers alike. The policy emphasizes safeguarding the interests…
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Google and Epic Games Report Compliance with US Injunction in Antitrust Dispute
Update on Injunction Compliance In a move that underscores ongoing cooperation between the two tech giants, Google and Epic Games filed a joint status report detailing their progress in implementing the injunction issued in their United States antitrust dispute. The filing, released as of December 20, 2025, confirms that the parties do not presently dispute…
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Google and Epic Games File Status Report on US Injunction Compliance
Overview of the Status Report In a move closely watched by the tech industry and antitrust observers, Google and Epic Games filed a joint status report detailing their progress in implementing a US injunction stemming from their high-profile antitrust dispute. The filing, dated December 20, 2025, presents a concise update: the companies report no present…
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Google and Epic Games Update: US Injunction Compliance Status Report
Overview of the Status Report In a joint update released on December 20, 2025, Google and Epic Games submitted a status report detailing their ongoing compliance with the US court injunction related to their antitrust dispute. The filing signals a continued cooperative posture as both tech giants work through mandated remedies and behavioral safeguards designed…
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Stargate AI Alliance Sparks Antitrust Debate Amid Health-Tech Ambitions
Overview: A Bold Collaboration in the AI Arena A consortium of tech giants—OpenAI, Nvidia, and Oracle—has announced a joint initiative named “Stargate,” aimed at accelerating the development of advanced AI systems with a focus on healthcare and data interoperability. The partners describe Stargate as a platform to unify electronic health records (EHRs), enable secure patient…
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Stargate Showdown: AI Giants Collaborate on Health-Tech Vision. Yale Expert Questions Antitrust Legality
Overview: The Stargate Initiative In a bold move that could reshape the AI landscape, leading tech rivals OpenAI, Nvidia, and Oracle have reportedly joined forces to develop a project code-named “Stargate.” The collaboration aims to create a scalable platform for health-tech applications, with a focus on interoperable electronic health records, predictive analytics, and clinical decision…
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Judge Rules Meta Antitrust Victory: No Spinoff of WhatsApp and Instagram
Meta Wins Antitrust Case: What the Ruling Means A federal judge has ruled in Meta’s favor in a long-running antitrust lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The court rejected the FTC’s bid to force the social media company to unwind two of its biggest acquisitions, WhatsApp and Instagram, arguing that the merger-driven business…
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Judge Sides with Meta in Antitrust Trial, Upholding WhatsApp and Instagram
Overview: A Victory for Meta A federal judge ruled against the Federal Trade Commission in its high-profile antitrust suit accusing Meta of stifling competition and cementing a monopoly through acquisitions. The decision, handed down on Tuesday, marks a decisive turn in Meta’s favor and allows the tech giant to maintain ownership of WhatsApp and Instagram,…
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Meta Wins Antitrust Case: WhatsApp and Instagram Fate Remains Intact
Overview: A Major Legal Victory for Meta A federal judge ruled in favor of Meta on Tuesday, delivering a setback to the Federal Trade Commission in a high-stakes antitrust lawsuit. The FTC had argued that Meta’s acquisitions of nascent competitors hindered competition and helped cement a dominant position in social media. The court’s decision means…
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Meta’s Victory Marks a Turning Point: Silicon Valley Embraces Deal Shopping
Meta’s victory signals a new era for tech M&A The recent legal win by Meta has reverberated far beyond its own corporate walls. After a long stretch of aggressive regulatory scrutiny, the social media and tech giant secured a ruling that critics argue could loosen the leash on dealmaking among large tech players. The result…