From journalism to baseball, lawmakers take up antitrust exemptions
Media companies and their congressional allies have escalated efforts to obtain an exemption to antitrust laws to counter the alleged unfair practices by Big Tech companies. The legislative fight is shining light on the broader issue of antitrust...
FleetCor case maps out new routes for consumer protection
We have seen what lies ahead for consumer protection, and it looks a great deal like the FleetCor case.
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Congressional probe interrupts landmark data breach trial
Fireworks erupted recently at the high-stakes administrative trial involving the FTC’s challenge to the adequacy of a company’s data security practices. The case has become the target of a...
Sen. Franken raises questions about stalking apps
Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.) was a successful comedian before entering politics. But at a recent hearing, he and colleagues were trying to demonstrate skills more often seen in another form of show...
DOJ prosecutor talks price-fixing with homebuilders
Is the building supplies industry going to be the next focus of Justice Department cartel-busting?
Supreme Court rules for POM Wonderful on marketing claims
Last Thursday was a wonderful day for POM Wonderful at the U.S. Supreme Court.
Is it time to axe the Tunney Act?
The frustration in veteran antitrust attorney Bert Foer’s voice comes across loud and clear as he describes the near-futility of filing public comments under the Tunney Act to express concerns...
FTC at 100: Sherman Act paved way for antitrust enforcement
Editor’s Note: With the FTC approaching its 100th-year anniversary, FTC:WATCH has initiated a series of articles highlighting the history of antitrust enforcement in America.