Howard Hanna calls for recusal of judge in Gibson commission suitJudicial conflicts arise from Andrea Bough's financial ties and decisions related to significant real estate lawsuits in Kansas City.
Are the legal risks of private listing networks real?Legal concerns in real estate stem from how agents present off-MLS listings, potentially misleading clients for double commissions.
Keller Williams wins an antitrust lawsuitKeller Williams' dismissal prevents Homie from refiling its lawsuit against them, but claims against other defendants continue.
NAR to vote on Clear Cooperation Policy as legal threat loomsThe Gibson lawsuit highlights alleged anti-competitive practices in real estate commission structures and affects ongoing policies like the Clear Cooperation Policy.
Appeals court affirms ruling that 'no commingling' is not an antitrust violationZillow's website changes aimed at compliance with NAR rules led to legal disputes, but the court ruled in favor of Zillow on key issues.
DOGE tells federal workers to detail their workweek or be firedThe real estate industry may benefit from anticipated looser antitrust enforcement under the Trump administration.
Howard Hanna calls for recusal of judge in Gibson commission suitJudicial conflicts arise from Andrea Bough's financial ties and decisions related to significant real estate lawsuits in Kansas City.
Are the legal risks of private listing networks real?Legal concerns in real estate stem from how agents present off-MLS listings, potentially misleading clients for double commissions.
Keller Williams wins an antitrust lawsuitKeller Williams' dismissal prevents Homie from refiling its lawsuit against them, but claims against other defendants continue.
NAR to vote on Clear Cooperation Policy as legal threat loomsThe Gibson lawsuit highlights alleged anti-competitive practices in real estate commission structures and affects ongoing policies like the Clear Cooperation Policy.
Appeals court affirms ruling that 'no commingling' is not an antitrust violationZillow's website changes aimed at compliance with NAR rules led to legal disputes, but the court ruled in favor of Zillow on key issues.
DOGE tells federal workers to detail their workweek or be firedThe real estate industry may benefit from anticipated looser antitrust enforcement under the Trump administration.
US lawmakers rip EU over Big Tech fines that 'target American companies'House Republicans are questioning EU's Digital Markets Act enforcement, citing potential unfair penalties targeting US tech firms, as critics claim it stifles innovation.
US intensifies scrutiny of the EU's Digital Markets ActHouse Judiciary Chair expresses concern about potential discrimination against American companies by the EU's digital marketplace regulations.
Meet Andrew Ferguson, the new chairman of the FTC who has vowed to go after Big Tech's 'vendetta against competition'Andrew Ferguson replaces Lina Khan at the FTC, aiming to focus on consumer protection and reform Big Tech's influence.
Rundown: FTC's potential priorities for ad tech, data and AIThe FTC under Andrew Ferguson will likely prioritize targeted enforcement against Big Tech over broad regulatory changes.
The EU Investigations In To US Tech Companies Are Getting Beyond RidiculousEU antitrust probes might force Alphabet and Apple into divestitures, possibly benefiting investors over time.
US lawmakers rip EU over Big Tech fines that 'target American companies'House Republicans are questioning EU's Digital Markets Act enforcement, citing potential unfair penalties targeting US tech firms, as critics claim it stifles innovation.
US intensifies scrutiny of the EU's Digital Markets ActHouse Judiciary Chair expresses concern about potential discrimination against American companies by the EU's digital marketplace regulations.
Meet Andrew Ferguson, the new chairman of the FTC who has vowed to go after Big Tech's 'vendetta against competition'Andrew Ferguson replaces Lina Khan at the FTC, aiming to focus on consumer protection and reform Big Tech's influence.
Rundown: FTC's potential priorities for ad tech, data and AIThe FTC under Andrew Ferguson will likely prioritize targeted enforcement against Big Tech over broad regulatory changes.
The EU Investigations In To US Tech Companies Are Getting Beyond RidiculousEU antitrust probes might force Alphabet and Apple into divestitures, possibly benefiting investors over time.
FTC to grill Mark Zuckerberg at antitrust trial as it seeks Instagram breakup amid Big Tech crackdownThe FTC is intensifying scrutiny of Meta, with Mark Zuckerberg testifying in an antitrust trial focused on Instagram's acquisition.
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta lobbying Trump to settle FTC's antitrust case: reportMeta, led by Zuckerberg, is lobbying the Trump administration to settle its antitrust case before trial, amid tensions with the Federal Trade Commission.
Mark Zuckerberg Lobbies Trump to Settle Antitrust Suit Against MetaZuckerberg is lobbying Trump to resolve a federal antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
Exclusive | European Union to slap Meta with fine up to $1B or more for breaching strict antitrust rules: sourcesEU fines Meta over $1 billion for violating antitrust rules, underlining enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
FTC chair says he'd 'obey lawful orders' if Trump asked to drop an antitrust case like Meta'sFerguson shows obedience to potential presidential orders regarding the FTC's actions against Meta.
FTC to grill Mark Zuckerberg at antitrust trial as it seeks Instagram breakup amid Big Tech crackdownThe FTC is intensifying scrutiny of Meta, with Mark Zuckerberg testifying in an antitrust trial focused on Instagram's acquisition.
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta lobbying Trump to settle FTC's antitrust case: reportMeta, led by Zuckerberg, is lobbying the Trump administration to settle its antitrust case before trial, amid tensions with the Federal Trade Commission.
Mark Zuckerberg Lobbies Trump to Settle Antitrust Suit Against MetaZuckerberg is lobbying Trump to resolve a federal antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
Exclusive | European Union to slap Meta with fine up to $1B or more for breaching strict antitrust rules: sourcesEU fines Meta over $1 billion for violating antitrust rules, underlining enforcement of the Digital Markets Act.
FTC chair says he'd 'obey lawful orders' if Trump asked to drop an antitrust case like Meta'sFerguson shows obedience to potential presidential orders regarding the FTC's actions against Meta.
RealPage sues Berkeley over its ban on algorithmic rent pricing softwareRealPage is suing Berkeley over its rental price-setting software ban, highlighting tensions between landlord interests and tenant protections.
Apple faces UK antitrust threat as regulator targets browsersApple's control over mobile browsers limits innovation and competition in the UK, according to a CMA report.
Apple successfully blocks Match from data in India antitrust caseApple has blocked access to commercially sensitive information related to antitrust findings in India, favoring its own defense against competitors.
Apple must allow app sideloading in Brazil within 90 days, judge ordersBrazil orders Apple to allow sideloading of apps within 90 days, following similar global rulings.
France hits Apple with 150 million antitrust fineApple fined €150 million by French antitrust officials for its app tracking features deemed not proportionate to user data protection.
Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the lineApple's delay in joining the antitrust case against Google could result in significant financial losses.
French antitrust regulator fines Apple 150 million euros over privacy toolApple fined €150 million for antitrust violations related to its App Tracking Transparency tool.
Apple faces UK antitrust threat as regulator targets browsersApple's control over mobile browsers limits innovation and competition in the UK, according to a CMA report.
Apple successfully blocks Match from data in India antitrust caseApple has blocked access to commercially sensitive information related to antitrust findings in India, favoring its own defense against competitors.
Apple must allow app sideloading in Brazil within 90 days, judge ordersBrazil orders Apple to allow sideloading of apps within 90 days, following similar global rulings.
France hits Apple with 150 million antitrust fineApple fined €150 million by French antitrust officials for its app tracking features deemed not proportionate to user data protection.
Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the lineApple's delay in joining the antitrust case against Google could result in significant financial losses.
French antitrust regulator fines Apple 150 million euros over privacy toolApple fined €150 million for antitrust violations related to its App Tracking Transparency tool.
Google rolls out user choice billing on Google Play in the UK | TechCrunchGoogle will implement user choice billing in the U.K., allowing developers alternative billing options starting March 29.The decision follows regulatory scrutiny and is aimed at broadening developers' choices in payment processing.
Google finally allows third-party billing on Google Play in the UKGoogle is now allowing developers to choose their billing system on Google Play, effective March 29 for non-game apps.This change follows a UK investigation into Google and Apple's possible antitrust behaviors.
Google rolls out user choice billing on Google Play in the UK | TechCrunchGoogle will implement user choice billing in the U.K., allowing developers alternative billing options starting March 29.The decision follows regulatory scrutiny and is aimed at broadening developers' choices in payment processing.
Google finally allows third-party billing on Google Play in the UKGoogle is now allowing developers to choose their billing system on Google Play, effective March 29 for non-game apps.This change follows a UK investigation into Google and Apple's possible antitrust behaviors.
Google will still have to break up its business, the Justice Department saidGoogle is mandated to sell its Chrome browser to curb monopoly power, according to the Justice Department.The DOJ's new filing includes prohibiting Google from making its search engine the default on various devices.
Digest: Latest DOJ Proposal Still Calls for Google Breakup; TikTok US Business Close to Sale?The DOJ seeks to break up Google by requiring a divestment of Chrome and limiting its search market practices.
DOJ: Google must sell Chrome, Android could be nextGoogle maintains its original proposal in response to DOJ demands; it argues regulatory changes could harm consumers and the economy.
Trump's DOJ still says Google should be broken upThe DOJ is seeking to break up Google by forcing divestitures of Chrome and possibly Android as part of antitrust actions.
DOJ Reinforces Demand to Break Up Google's Search MonopolyThe Justice Department is pursuing a breakup of Google, signaling aggressive antitrust action against monopolistic practices.
DOJ still wants Google to part with its Chrome browser as part of antitrust caseGoogle may have to divest its Chrome browser to address antitrust concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Google will still have to break up its business, the Justice Department saidGoogle is mandated to sell its Chrome browser to curb monopoly power, according to the Justice Department.The DOJ's new filing includes prohibiting Google from making its search engine the default on various devices.
Digest: Latest DOJ Proposal Still Calls for Google Breakup; TikTok US Business Close to Sale?The DOJ seeks to break up Google by requiring a divestment of Chrome and limiting its search market practices.
DOJ: Google must sell Chrome, Android could be nextGoogle maintains its original proposal in response to DOJ demands; it argues regulatory changes could harm consumers and the economy.
Trump's DOJ still says Google should be broken upThe DOJ is seeking to break up Google by forcing divestitures of Chrome and possibly Android as part of antitrust actions.
DOJ Reinforces Demand to Break Up Google's Search MonopolyThe Justice Department is pursuing a breakup of Google, signaling aggressive antitrust action against monopolistic practices.
DOJ still wants Google to part with its Chrome browser as part of antitrust caseGoogle may have to divest its Chrome browser to address antitrust concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Feds challenge MultiPlan price-fixing defenseMultiPlan's algorithmic pricing practices potentially violate antitrust laws by inflating out-of-network treatment costs for patients.
Even Trump Wants Live Nation to Shape UpThe antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster is proceeding as key allegations of coercion and consumer harm are being upheld.
Live Nation settles lawsuit over claims it misled investors about legal risksLive Nation settles for $20 million over claims of misleading investors about antitrust risks associated with its business practices.
Even Trump Wants Live Nation to Shape UpThe antitrust case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster is proceeding as key allegations of coercion and consumer harm are being upheld.
Live Nation settles lawsuit over claims it misled investors about legal risksLive Nation settles for $20 million over claims of misleading investors about antitrust risks associated with its business practices.
Professional players' group likens tennis organizers to a 'cartel' in its lawsuitPlayers' association files antitrust lawsuit against tennis governing bodies alleging lack of competition and unfair pay structures.
'Tennis is broken': Djokovic's players union sues tennis governing bodiesThe PTPA has filed an antitrust lawsuit against professional tennis governing bodies, claiming they violate competition laws.
Professional players' group likens tennis organizers to a 'cartel' in its lawsuitPlayers' association files antitrust lawsuit against tennis governing bodies alleging lack of competition and unfair pay structures.
'Tennis is broken': Djokovic's players union sues tennis governing bodiesThe PTPA has filed an antitrust lawsuit against professional tennis governing bodies, claiming they violate competition laws.
Is Microsoft in Hot Water With The FTC Over AI Operations Antitrust Issues?The FTC is launching an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's AI operations and partnerships.
DOJ And FTC Antitrust Enforcement May Get Merged Together - Above the LawElon Musk supports consolidating the FTC and DOJ's antitrust roles, which could weaken competition enforcement efficacy.
FTC Hires Former DOJ Lawyer Who Helped Build Google Search CaseDavid Shaw joins the FTC as principal deputy director, enhancing the agency's expertise in antitrust matters.
Trump's FTC won't drop broad antitrust probe of Microsoft: reportThe FTC is conducting an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's market practices and Azure cloud service.
Content Moderation, Competition, and Claims of Social Media CensorshipAntitrust enforcement is inappropriate for addressing content moderation, which plays a vital role in market competition.
Donald Trump is fighting for Big Tech. Donald Trump is also fighting against Big Tech. Discuss.The Trump administration is simultaneously confronting European regulators and cautioning Big Tech about its power dynamics.
Is Microsoft in Hot Water With The FTC Over AI Operations Antitrust Issues?The FTC is launching an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's AI operations and partnerships.
DOJ And FTC Antitrust Enforcement May Get Merged Together - Above the LawElon Musk supports consolidating the FTC and DOJ's antitrust roles, which could weaken competition enforcement efficacy.
FTC Hires Former DOJ Lawyer Who Helped Build Google Search CaseDavid Shaw joins the FTC as principal deputy director, enhancing the agency's expertise in antitrust matters.
Trump's FTC won't drop broad antitrust probe of Microsoft: reportThe FTC is conducting an antitrust investigation into Microsoft's market practices and Azure cloud service.
Content Moderation, Competition, and Claims of Social Media CensorshipAntitrust enforcement is inappropriate for addressing content moderation, which plays a vital role in market competition.
Donald Trump is fighting for Big Tech. Donald Trump is also fighting against Big Tech. Discuss.The Trump administration is simultaneously confronting European regulators and cautioning Big Tech about its power dynamics.
Google acquires cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32 billionAlphabet's acquisition of Wiz represents a significant investment in cybersecurity for Google Cloud.The deal, valued at $16 billion, marks Alphabet's largest acquisition to date.
Uber terminates Foodpanda Taiwan acquisition, citing regulatory hurdles | TechCrunchUber ended its acquisition of Foodpanda in Taiwan following antitrust blocks due to competitive concerns.
U.S. Investigates Egg Producers Over Soaring PricesThe Justice Department is investigating potential antitrust violations among major egg producers amid skyrocketing prices.
U.S. Investigates Egg Producers Over Soaring PricesJustice Department investigates egg producers for possible antitrust violations amid rising egg prices.
U.S. Investigates Egg Producers Over Soaring PricesThe Justice Department is investigating potential antitrust violations among major egg producers amid skyrocketing prices.
U.S. Investigates Egg Producers Over Soaring PricesJustice Department investigates egg producers for possible antitrust violations amid rising egg prices.
Court denies Elon Musk's attempt to block OpenAI's for-profit transformationJudge denies Musk's injunction against OpenAI's for-profit transition, dismissing allegations of anticompetitive behavior and claims of contract violations.
A judge blocked Musk's bid to stop OpenAI's for-profit conversion - but he'll still get his day in courtElon Musk's request to block OpenAI's for-profit conversion was denied, but parts of his lawsuit may be expedited to trial.
Judge rejects Elon Musk bid to block OpenAI's for-profit plan - but could 'expedite trial' on other claimsElon Musk's legal challenge against OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model was denied by a federal judge, but a trial may proceed.
Court denies Elon Musk's attempt to block OpenAI's for-profit transformationJudge denies Musk's injunction against OpenAI's for-profit transition, dismissing allegations of anticompetitive behavior and claims of contract violations.
A judge blocked Musk's bid to stop OpenAI's for-profit conversion - but he'll still get his day in courtElon Musk's request to block OpenAI's for-profit conversion was denied, but parts of his lawsuit may be expedited to trial.
Judge rejects Elon Musk bid to block OpenAI's for-profit plan - but could 'expedite trial' on other claimsElon Musk's legal challenge against OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model was denied by a federal judge, but a trial may proceed.
UnitedHealth Hit with 2 New Federal Probes in 1 Week - MedCity NewsThe federal government is intensifying investigations into UnitedHealth Group over various allegations including antitrust issues and quality of care in clinics.
'The Licensing Racket' takes aim at professional licensing system in AmericaThe professional licensing system in America has significant flaws that need urgent reform or reconsideration.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says streaming sports will only get more expensive as Disney buys up the competitionSen. Elizabeth Warren insists that Disney's acquisition of Fubo could diminish competition, risking higher prices for consumers.
Trump nominee for antitrust chief testifies anti-conservative advertising trade group engaged in 'collusion'GARM, a trade association, is accused of politically motivated advertising boycotts against conservative media outlets.
Consultation: Ofcom to Auction More Spectrum for 4G and 5G Mobile UseOfcom is auctioning the 1.4 GHz band to enhance mobile coverage.Power limits will be set around ports and airports during the auction.A sealed-bid auction format with a second price rule will be used.Comments on Ofcom's proposals are open until April 2025.