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FTC is preparing to investigate Microsoft’s cloud business

FTC eyes Microsoft’s cloud practices amid anti-trust scrutiny

This move follows the FTC’s legal challenge against Microsoft’s $75 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, which faced antitrust concerns around Microsoft’s cloud gaming business. While a federal court allowed the acquisition to proceed, the FTC’s appeal highlights its commitment to maintaining oversight of Big Tech’s market reach.

Business Insider on MSN · 15h

The FTC is readying an investigation into Microsoft's cloud-computing business: report

The Federal Trade Commission, led by Lina Khan, had previously sought public feedback on Microsoft's cloud computing business.

The Washington Post on MSN · 14h

The FTC is preparing to investigate Microsoft’s cloud business

The agency’s antitrust investigation continues Biden administration scrutiny of Big Tech as the industry waits to discover what policies Donald Trump adopts.

Meta must face antitrust trial by FTC

The Washington Post · 1d

FTC antitrust case against Meta can move to trial, court rules

A federal judge ruled Wednesday that a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit accusing Facebook owner Meta of holding an illegal monopoly over social media can proceed to trial, handing the agency a victory after previous setbacks in making its case in court.

Bloomberg on MSN · 1d

Meta Must Face Trial After Judge Pares Some FTC Claims

Meta Platforms Inc. will face a somewhat scaled-back antitrust trial over its alleged dominance of social networking after a federal judge threw out some allegations by the US Federal Trade Commission,

Seeking Alpha on MSN · 1d

Meta to face FTC trial over Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions - Reuters

According to a Reuters report, a Washington judge ruled Wednesday that Meta (NASDAQ:META) must face trial in a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission, which is seeking its breakup, alleging the social media giant bought Instagram and WhatsApp to eliminate emerging competition.

FTC, Capri and Tapestry

UPI News on MSN · 20h

Capri and Tapestry end their $8.5 billion merger after FTC blocked it

Fashion companies Capri Holdings Limited and Tapestry -- parent companies behind the Coach and Michael Kors brands -- ended their $8.5 billion merger deal Thursday. The deal was blocked by the Federal Trade Commission.

The Washington Post on MSN · 18h

Fashion houses Tapestry and Capri end merger plan as FTC gets a luxury win

The parent companies of brands such as Coach, Kate Spade, Versace and Michael Kors decided not to proceed with a court battle.

Bloomberg on MSN · 18h

Capri, Tapestry Scrap Merger After FTC Blocked Deal

Capri Holdings Ltd and Tapestry Inc. scrapped their $8.5 billion plan to merge after a court order froze the proposed combination of the US fashion companies due to antitrust regulators’ objections.

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'We Should Be Pragmatic': Meet the Possible Next FTC Chair

We’re holding them hostage,” Republican Commissioner Melissa Holyoak of the Federal Trade Commission said of merging parties ...

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Lina Khan’s FTC went after Big Tech. Trump could dial that back.

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 15: Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), testifies before the House ...

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What Does the Election Mean for the FTC?

Historically, changes in administrations did not lead to major changes at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). There were some adjustments around the edges, but the agency mostly operated on a ...

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Federal Trade Commission gives tips on how to spot scams targeting veterans

In recognition of Veterans Day, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sharing how family and friends can spot and avoid scams ...

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FTC's Holyoak concerned AI collecting children's data

U.S. Federal Trade Commissioner Melissa Holyoak said on Thursday the agency should look into how artificial-intelligence ...

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What's coming for the FTC? 5 things physicians need to know

1. Under the Trump administration, the FTC will likely loosen scrutiny on mergers and acquisitions, according to Bloomberg Law. The FTC has killed a number of corporate mergers over the last four ...

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Ask Asa: New FTC 'Click to Cancel' Rule Faces Pushback

The Federal Trade Commission wants to simplify the process for canceling recurring charges. But there are already ...

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The FTC Issues Final Rule on “Click-to-Cancel” and Negative Option Programs

After a multi-year process that was initiated in 2019, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has officially brought the 1973 Negative Option ...

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