The two tech giants are talking about licensing Google’s AI technology for the iPhone. This is precisely the kind of deal that landed Google in court over its search engine.
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Posted inLaw and Justice
Landmark Settlement Breaks Up the Real Estate Cartel
The collusive arrangement among real estate agents that led to Americans paying extortionate commissions is likely over.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
White House Commits to Antitrust Division Budget Restoration
After its budget proposal followed a recent appropriation and capped premerger filing fees for the agency, an administration spokesperson said it would work to reverse that.
Posted inVideos
The Prospect Weekly Roundup: Primary Season Is Ending
On this week’s live show, Ryan Cooper and David Dayen discuss Super Tuesday, the State of the Union, and what it all means for November.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
Biden’s Trustbusters Face Hurdles From Within
Despite successes in fighting corporate power, the message is muddled.
Posted inMoney, Politics, and Power
Conflicts of Interest Surround the DOJ Antitrust Budget Cut
The Senate Appropriations Committee, which struck the deal to cut the Antitrust Division’s budget, has a revolving-door problem.
Posted inPolitics
Congress Poised to Kneecap Antitrust Division
Just as the White House begins to lean on competition policy, Congress’s government funding bill cuts the Antitrust Division’s budget by 20 percent.
Posted inHealth and Social Policy
Zoomer Hackers Shut Down the Biggest Extortion Ring of All
A ransomware gang cripples UnitedHealthcare. Could a comprehensive antitrust investigation finish the job?
Posted inWorking in America
FTC Blocks Kroger-Albertsons Merger on Labor Grounds
The lawsuit alleges that a combined grocery giant would make collective bargaining more difficult.
Posted inEconomic Policy
Capital One–Discover Merger Tests Bank Regulators’ Merger Approach
Regulators have dragged their feet on new bank merger guidelines. They now have a $35 billion reason to get moving.
