Apple Secures Temporary Victory Against Brazil's App Store Payment System Mandate
A Brazilian federal court has suspended an antitrust ruling that would have forced Apple to allow third-party payment systems in its App Store. The judge deemed the original order 'disproportionate,' providing Apple temporary relief from daily $43,000 fines while the broader investigation continues.
FTC Launches Investigation into Uber's Subscription Service Practices
The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Uber over alleged unauthorized enrollments and cancellation obstacles in its Uber One subscription program. The probe follows customer complaints and comes amid broader FTC crackdowns on subscription practices across tech companies.
FTC Launches Major Antitrust Investigation into Microsoft's Cloud and AI Practices
The Federal Trade Commission has initiated a comprehensive antitrust probe into Microsoft, examining the tech giant's product bundling practices across cloud computing, AI, and cybersecurity. The investigation, launched under FTC Chair Lina Khan's leadership, comes amid competitor complaints about Microsoft's market dominance and licensing terms.
DOJ Pushes for $20 Billion Chrome Browser Sale in Latest Google Antitrust Battle
The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to force Google to sell its Chrome browser following a federal ruling on search market monopolization. The proposed divestiture, potentially worth up to $20 billion, comes amid broader antitrust actions targeting Google's AI and Android businesses.
Google Subpoenas OpenAI, Microsoft and Perplexity in Antitrust Defense Strategy
Google issues strategic subpoenas to AI rivals seeking detailed information about their search and AI capabilities amid its antitrust trial. The tech giant appears to be building a case that its search monopoly faces mounting competition from AI-powered alternatives.
Judge Skeptical of Google's Defense in Major Ad Tech Antitrust Case
A federal judge in Virginia prepares to rule on the DOJ's antitrust case against Google over alleged monopolistic control of online advertising technology. The case could force Google to divest its Ad Manager platform if found in violation of antitrust laws.
Brazil Challenges Apple's App Store Control with $43,000 Daily Fine Threat
Brazil's antitrust regulator demands Apple remove restrictions on in-app payment methods within 20 days or face substantial daily penalties. The ruling joins global regulatory pressure pushing Apple to reconsider its App Store monetization policies.
Google's Controversial Auto-Link Feature Raises Publisher Concerns
Google introduces 'Page Annotations' in its iOS app, automatically converting webpage text into clickable search links without publisher consent. The feature, which cannot be disabled by users, has sparked concerns about content control and user experience manipulation.
DOJ Demands Google Divest Chrome Browser in Major Antitrust Push
The U.S. Department of Justice is calling for Google to sell off Chrome as part of efforts to break up its search monopoly. The landmark antitrust case, set for trial in 2025, could reshape how Americans access internet services, though Google strongly opposes the 'radical' proposal.
Apple Challenges DOJ's Antitrust Lawsuit in Crucial Court Hearing
Apple seeks dismissal of Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit alleging smartphone market monopoly, disputing claims of anti-competitive practices. The case focuses on five key allegations including message quality degradation and smartwatch restrictions, with a ruling expected by January.