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2026-07-15 00:50:04

Writers Guild Sues to Block Paramount-WBD Merger

The Writers Guild of America sued to block the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, arguing it violates antitrust law by reducing competition, suppressing wages, and harming writers' opportunities and creative diversity. read more

2026-07-13 21:10:04

Paramount may leave Hollywood in $110B merger

Paramount may leave Hollywood under CEO David Ellison's $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger. A 12-state lawsuit, led by California, alleges antitrust violations, citing job cuts and higher prices. No relocation decision has been made. read more

2026-07-13 17:30:06

12 states sue to block Paramount-Warner Bros merger

A dozen states sue to block Paramount’s $111 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger, citing higher prices and less content. The deal, backed by Trump ally Larry Ellison, raises antitrust concerns amid Justice Department approval. read more

2026-06-29 19:20:11

AOC Renews Call to Break Up Big Tech

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez calls for forced breakup of big tech firms to protect consumers, warning they seek unchecked power. She urges antitrust action amid rising prices and bipartisan support for reining in Silicon Valley's market dominance. read more

2026-06-28 15:40:07

Independent restaurants fear Sysco-Restaurant Depot merger

Sysco's $29.1 billion acquisition of Restaurant Depot threatens independent eateries by reducing competition. Over 9,500 restaurants closed in 2025. Operators fear higher prices and fewer choices. The FTC faces pressure to block the merger. read more

2026-06-12 23:10:05

Justice Department Clears Paramount-WBD Merger

The Justice Department approved Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros. Discovery merger, citing no competitive threat. The deal unites Paramount/CBS with Warner/HBO/CNN. California and the EU still investigate. This historic merger faces ongoing regulatory scrutiny. read more

2026-04-18 16:20:09

Judge Blocks $6.2 Billion TV Merger

A federal judge blocked the $6.2 billion merger of TV giants Nexstar and Tegna pending an antitrust lawsuit. The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a dominant local station owner, raising monopoly and consumer price concerns. read more

2026-04-15 20:20:04

Jury Rules Live Nation a Concert Monopoly

A federal jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster operate a harmful monopoly. Damning internal messages showed executives mocking customers. The verdict is a major blow to the live entertainment giant after a high-profile antitrust trial. read more

2026-04-14 10:10:05

United CEO Pitched American Merger to Trump

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby privately pitched a merger with American Airlines to President Trump. The deal, potentially the largest airline consolidation in over a decade, would face major regulatory and antitrust hurdles over competition concerns. read more

2026-04-09 20:40:07

DOJ Probes NFL Over Antitrust and Streaming Practices

The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for alleged anticompetitive behavior, focusing on streaming packages and subscription fees. This follows a senator's request to review the league's antitrust exemptions related to its media distribution practices. read more

2026-03-09 18:40:14

Live Nation Settles Antitrust Case, Dodges Breakup

Live Nation settles a DOJ antitrust case, agreeing to pay $200 million and open its platform to rivals. The deal avoids breaking up the company but faces opposition from states arguing it doesn't fix the monopoly issue. read more

2026-02-12 17:40:05

Trump Antitrust Chief Ousted After Internal Clash

Gail Slater, Trump's antitrust chief, was forced out after tensions with Attorney General Pam Bondi and losing ally JD Vance. The final rift stemmed from her opposition to a major tech merger, leading to her resignation or dismissal. read more

2024-08-05 20:40:06

Federal Court Rules Google Illegally Maintained Search Engine Monopoly

A judge ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly over search by paying rivals to use its services, violating antitrust laws. The case, brought by the Department of Justice and US states, challenges Google's dominance in the market with implications for tech giants. read more

2024-08-05 20:20:04

Federal Court Rules Google Maintained Monopoly Through Antitrust Violations

In a major antitrust case, a judge ruled that Google illegally maintained its monopoly over the search market by paying rivals to default to its search engine. The ruling is likely to impact tech giants' operations. read more

2024-06-04 03:10:05

The US competition regulator is preparing to sue Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits over alleged anti-competitive pricing practices under a rarely-used 1936 law. This action is part of the Biden administration's efforts to crack down on market abuses. read more