Amazon Appeals Italian Antitrust Fine, Claims No Wrongdoing
Amazon announces appeal against Italian court's reduced antitrust fine, arguing it should pay nothing. The legal battle continues as regulator seeks original higher penalty.
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Musk Slams Apple-Google AI Deal as Power Grab
Elon Musk criticizes the Apple-Google AI partnership, calling it an 'unreasonable concentration of power' for Google. His comments come as his xAI competes with Google's Gemini.
Meta Exempts Italy from WhatsApp AI Chatbot Ban
Meta has excluded Italian phone numbers from its new WhatsApp policy banning third-party AI chatbots. This follows an interim order from Italy's antitrust authority.
X Corp Sues Major Music Publishers in Antitrust Battle
Elon Musk's X Corp sues Sony, Universal & Warner for antitrust collusion over music licensing. Lawsuit alleges inflated rates & mass copyright takedowns. Full details inside.
X Corp Sues Music Publishers Over Alleged Antitrust Conspiracy
Elon Musk's X Corp files a major antitrust lawsuit against 18 music publishers, alleging a conspiracy to inflate licensing fees. The platform claims it was forced to remove thousands of posts and suspend users.
China Halts Meta's Manus AI Acquisition, Launches Probe
China's Commerce Ministry has initiated a formal review of Meta's planned takeover of AI startup Manus, citing tech export controls and data security concerns. This move signals escalating regulatory scrutiny on cross-border tech deals. Read more for the
Big Tech's AI Consolidation: Meta, Nvidia Gobble Startups
Meta's $2B Manus buy signals a wave of AI consolidation. Big Tech uses stealth deals to avoid regulators, thinning the herd of 40,000 startups. Explore the strategy.
Judge Allows HPE-Juniper Integration Amid Antitrust Challenge
A US judge permits Hewlett Packard Enterprise to continue integrating Juniper Networks, rejecting a bid by Democratic-led states to pause the deal over antitrust concerns. Read the full story.
Hubballi NWKRTC collects Rs 1.1 lakh fine for public nuisance
Hubballi's NWKRTC cracks down on spitting, smoking & open urination at bus stands, collecting Rs 1.1 lakh in fines over 3 months. Read how strict enforcement is driving change.
CCI Defends Global Turnover Fines, Opposes Apple's Challenge
CCI argues global turnover-based penalties deter MNC antitrust breaches. Apple fears a potential $38 billion fine in its ongoing legal battle. Delhi High Court hearing set for 27 January.
CCI Seeks Airline Fare Data in IndiGo Antitrust Probe
India's antitrust regulator has asked IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet & Akasa for fare data. This is part of a probe into whether IndiGo abused its dominant market position. Read the latest details.
NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps Steps Down in 2026
Steve Phelps, NASCAR's first commissioner, is leaving his role in Jan 2026. We look at his 20-year career, major deals, and the legal challenges of his final year. Read more.
Tata Steel, JSW, SAIL breached antitrust law: CCI probe
India's competition watchdog finds 31 steel firms, including giants Tata Steel, JSW Steel, and SAIL, colluded on prices. 56 executives face liability. Read the full details and potential penalties.
CCI: Tata Steel, JSW Steel, SAIL Breached Competition Law
The Competition Commission of India has found major steel producers, including Tata Steel and SAIL, guilty of antitrust violations. Discover the details and implications for the industry.
Why India's Economy Needs a National Competition Policy
India's vision of a developed economy by 2047 is at risk without a National Competition Policy. This key reform could boost GDP, spur innovation, and create fairer markets for all.
Judge allows states to probe HPE-Juniper $14B deal approval
A federal judge permits a dozen US states to investigate the DOJ's approval of Hewlett Packard Enterprise's $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks. Key hearing set for March.
Jobs vs Adobe: The 2005 No-Poaching Email War
Read the explosive 2005 email exchange between Steve Jobs and Adobe CEO Bruce Chizen over employee poaching, a feud that led to a $415 million lawsuit settlement. Discover the long history of alliance and rivalry between Apple and Adobe.
Italy's AGCM Orders Meta to Suspend WhatsApp AI Terms
Italy's antitrust watchdog orders Meta to suspend WhatsApp contract terms that could block rival AI chatbots. Meta calls the decision 'flawed' and vows to appeal. Read more on the EU's Big Tech crackdown.
Dana White Must Testify in UFC Antitrust Lawsuit
UFC boss Dana White has been ordered to testify under oath in a major antitrust lawsuit. The case, led by ex-fighter Misha Cirkunov, could reshape fighter contracts. Read the latest developments.
Apple Settles Brazil Antitrust Case, Opens iOS Ecosystem
Apple agrees to allow alternative app stores and external payments on iOS in Brazil, settling a 3-year probe. Tech giant faces $27M fines for non-compliance. Details inside.
Apple to allow third-party app stores in Brazil from 2026
Apple agrees to open iOS to third-party app stores in Brazil from 2026, settling a long antitrust battle. Could India's CCI push for similar changes? Read the full analysis.
Bengaluru's 'Popcorn Fine': Rs 500 Penalty for Littering
A Bengaluru man was fined Rs 500 for littering popcorn at Cubbon Park. The incident highlights the city's strict enforcement of cleanliness laws. Read more about the consequences of public littering.
CCI Reviews Antitrust Allegations Against IndiGo
India's competition regulator is investigating IndiGo for alleged abuse of dominant position after mass flight cancellations caused a nationwide aviation crisis. Read the full details.
CCI Probes IndiGo for Abuse of Dominance After Cancellations
India's antitrust watchdog CCI will investigate IndiGo for potential abuse of dominance following massive flight disruptions. The airline cancelled nearly 5,000 flights this month. Read the full story.
Bengaluru Apartment Fines: Rs 3.3L Collected in 3 Months
A Bengaluru apartment association's collection of Rs 3.3 lakh as fines in three months sparks a formal police complaint. Details accessed by DH reveal the scale of the issue. Read the full investigation.
AFC bans Mohun Bagan, fines ₹91 lakh for ACL withdrawal
Asian Football Confederation imposes a one-season ban and heavy fines on Mohun Bagan Super Giant for withdrawing from AFC Champions League Two. AIFF and FC Goa also fined in separate rulings.
Trump Raises Alarm on Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal
US President Donald Trump voices market dominance worries over Netflix's proposed $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., hinting at White House involvement in the decision. Read the full story.
IndiGo's Flight Chaos Demands Antitrust Scrutiny, Sector Overhaul
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations stranded passengers, spiked fares, and revealed regulatory weakness. This editorial calls for antitrust action, market reforms, and a push for a domestic aircraft program to break the Airbus-Boeing duopoly.
Trump Raises Antitrust Concerns Over Netflix-Warner Deal
President Donald Trump signals possible government resistance to Netflix's $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., citing major market share concerns. Read the latest on the deal's future.
Trump to Step In on Netflix-Warner Bros Antitrust Review
US President Donald Trump raises antitrust concerns over Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, citing combined market share exceeding 30%. He vows personal involvement in the review process.
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