FairCompetition

Federal Antitrust Leaders Advocate for Protection of Tech Egg Investigations from DOJ Budget Cuts

2 months ago

In a bold move reflecting the ongoing tension between government oversight and corporate interests, a coalition of state antitrust officials is urging lawmakers to insulate their investigations into major technology companies from potential cuts to the Department of Justice (DOJ) budget. The state leaders, having joined forces to challenge the dominance of tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Apple, are voicing concerns that slashing funding for the DOJ could undermine their efforts to enforce competition laws effectively.

South Africa Takes Strong Action Against Google and Meta for Anti-Competitive Practices

3 months ago

In a landmark decision that could significantly impact the digital landscape, the South African Competition Commission has imposed substantial penalties on tech giants Google and Meta. The fines come after investigations revealed that both companies engaged in anti-competitive behavior that undermined local businesses and harmed consumers.