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DOJ Antitrust Lawsuit Against Facebook No Slam Dunk, Social Media Co. Says
October 04, 2020

The Department of Justice (DOJ) effort to break Facebook away from Instagram and WhatsApp might not be so easy, according to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Google Faces Looming Chinese Antitrust Probe
September 30, 2020

Google’s global antitrust headaches are escalating. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to...

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European Union Extends Deadline For Google/Fitbit Merger Ruling To December
September 23, 2020

The European Union’s antitrust regulators want more time to complete their investigation into Google’s planned $2.1 billion acquisition of Fitbit Inc., the San Francisco-based consumer electronics and fitness company. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Spotify Slams New Apple One Service, Claims It’s Anticompetitive
September 15, 2020

Spotify, the music streaming giant, criticized tech rival Apple over a new subscription bundle that allegedly favors the company’s own Apple Music service over others, Reuters reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Facebook Could Face FTC Antitrust Suit By Year’s End
September 15, 2020

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is looking into potentially launching an antitrust lawsuit against Facebook over allegations that the social media giant has stifled competition, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Facebook’s Zuckerberg: Apple’s ‘Control’ Of App Store Should Be Examined
September 09, 2020

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, speaking with “Axios on HBO,” said he believes Apple‘s App Store “deserves scrutiny.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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German Cabinet Takes Aim At Big Tech’s Internet Presence
September 09, 2020

Big Tech’s battles with European regulators continue to grow. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form,...

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EU Regulators Eye Updating Antitrust Rules For eCommerce
September 08, 2020

With the boom of eCommerce both before and during the pandemic, European Union regulators are taking another look at antitrust rules regarding internet sales and distribution platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Apple’s Regulatory Woes Mount With German Antitrust Chief’s Scrutiny
September 02, 2020

Apple’s clash with Fortnite developer Epic Games is now drawing unwanted scrutiny by German regulators involving a key part of the tech giant’s business, its App Store. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...