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By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter of the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division issued a statement following Adobe Inc.'s decision to abandon its proposed acquisition of Figma Inc.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have jointly issued the 2023 Merger Guidelines, outlining factors and frameworks used in reviewing mergers and acquisitions. This release marks the end of a nearly two-year process involving public engagement and reflects current market conditions, advancements in economics and law, as well as experiences from diverse market participants.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Following a court-authorized wiretap investigation, a federal grand jury in Boise, Idaho, returned an indictment this week charging two executives of competing companies with conspiring to rig bids and allocate territories in violation of the Sherman Act, conspiring to commit wire fraud, and committing wire fraud.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 17, 2023
Epic Games has celebrated the verdict delivered by a jury in a California court in its case against Google, describing it as a victory for app developers and consumers. The company asserts that the decision confirms Google’s app store practices exploit its monopoly power.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 15, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has decided to dismiss its case aimed at preventing Sanofi from acquiring an exclusive license for a therapy in development by Maze Therapeutics for the treatment of Pompe disease. This decision was taken following Sanofi's termination of the proposed deal.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 9, 2023
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) has published a report titled "Private equity in PJM: Growing risks for communities." The report evaluates the escalating risk to communities that are home to private equity (PE)-owned fossil fuel plants.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 9, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently publicized its collaborative efforts with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to eradicate anticompetitive practices in the healthcare industry. The FTC asserts that these practices contribute to escalated healthcare costs, diminished innovation in both the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, and substandard working conditions.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 4, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently publicized its 2023 Report on Ethanol Market Concentration, following a unanimous vote of 3-0 in favor of the report's approval. This report forms part of an annual review process mandated by the Energy Policy Act of 2005, aimed at scrutinizing the state of competition within the ethanol production industry in America.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 30, 2023
A private state prison for men, located in South Bay, Florida was discovered to be in violation of recognized safety practices which left its employees vulnerable to attacks from prisoners. This disregard for standard protocol was uncovered during a federal investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).
By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023
``` The Vera Institute of Justice has announced "Coordinating Safety: Building and Sustaining Offices of Violence Prevention and Neighborhood Safety," a new report that spotlights how centralized local offices of violence prevention or neighborhood safety (OVP/ONS) could play a key role in curbing crime in U.S. communities while lessening the load for police departments. This timely research comes as part of Vera's ongoing efforts to redefine public safety through data-driven, community-oriented approaches. The details around the new initiative begin to...
By Federal Newswire | Nov 22, 2023
On November 15, the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), joined by more than 200 manufacturers and industry partners, converged on Capitol Hill to press lawmakers to pass a Miscellaneous Tariff Bill before the end of 2023. U.S. manufacturers have been operating without an MTB for almost three years, putting them at a disadvantage to foreign competitors. This event took place as part of the NAM's ongoing effort to support US businesses and sustain domestic competitiveness.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 22, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission is suing in federal court to prevent John Muir Health from acquiring sole ownership of San Ramon Regional Medical Center, LLC from majority owner Tenet Healthcare Corporation. The FTC alleges the proposed $142.5 million deal would eliminate competition between the two, leading to a rise in healthcare costs for consumers.
By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission charged Kraken for operating their crypto trading platform unregistered. This incident represents an effort to tighten control over crypto platforms by the authorities, especially in the United States.
By Federal Newswire News Reports | Nov 20, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Amazon.com, Inc., faces internal inconsistencies with the agency’s laws and the company’s policies.
By Paige Wagenknecht | Oct 31, 2023
Nicholas Johns, senior policy and government affairs manager at the National Taxpayers Union, said the government’s arguments within its antitrust case against Google demonstrate a clear shift from past precedent, which could be very damaging to American competitiveness.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 24, 2023
Despite years of preparation and six weeks at trial, leaders in technology and business remain confused about the Department’s motives in bringing this case.
By Paige Wagenknecht | Oct 24, 2023
U.S. Chamber of Commerce says the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice are costing taxpayers millions and raising concerns about potential bias by failing to pursue settlements to remedy alleged anti-competitive behavior.
By Paige Wagenknecht | Oct 24, 2023
Dr. Kimberlee Josephson — an associate professor of business at Lebanon Valley College in Annville, Pennsylvania, and adjunct research fellow with the Consumer Choice Center — believes business owners should be concerned about the Department of Justice’s antitrust case against Google.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2023
According to the MLBPA's amicus curiae brief, the exemption continues to have a negative impact on Minor League players and communities.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2023
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia has taken a significant step towards finalizing an antitrust settlement between two pharmaceutical giants. The court has granted preliminary approval for a settlement in the Zetia Antitrust Litigation, which involves the End Payor Plaintiffs (EPPs) and defendants Merck and Glenmark.
