The tech giant is facing the greatest legal threat in its history, and hopes the stolid approach of Kent Walker, its top lawyer, will once again prevail.
Tag: Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues
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In Its First Monopoly Trial of Modern Internet Era, U.S. Sets Sights on Google
The 10-week trial, set to begin Tuesday, amps up efforts to rein in Big Tech by targeting the core search business that turned Google into a $1.7 trillion behemoth.
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Protecting Competition Is a Vital Goal
The Biden administration is proposing stricter limits on corporate mergers. That’s good for consumers, workers, rival businesses and democracy.
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Intel Acquisition of Tower Semiconductor Is Scuttled by China
Intel calls off its planned acquisition of Tower Semiconductor, an Israeli chip maker, after waiting in vain for 18 months for a review by Chinese regulators.
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Amazon to Meet Regulators as U.S. Considers Possible Antitrust Suit
Amazon’s meetings with the Federal Trade Commission, known as “last rites” meetings, are typically a final step before the agency votes on filing a lawsuit.