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Meta wins FTC antitrust case, avoids breakup

A US judge rules Meta does not hold a social media monopoly, blocking the FTC's attempt to force a breakup of Instagram and WhatsApp. Discover the implications for tech regulation.

EU investigates Google over publisher content demotion

The European Union has opened a formal investigation into Google for allegedly unfairly demoting media publishers' content in search results, risking another multibillion-euro fine. Discover the implications for the tech giant.

BofA CEO exits Adobe board after DOJ scrutiny

Bank of America's chief executive Brian Moynihan has unexpectedly resigned from Adobe's board of directors following US Department of Justice concerns about potential interlocking directorates antitrust violations.

Epic Games and Google settle antitrust lawsuit

Epic Games and Google have reached a landmark settlement in their antitrust dispute, potentially reshaping the mobile app economy and challenging Google's Play Store dominance.

Google Faces US Antitrust Case Over Chrome Dominance

The US Justice Department launches landmark antitrust case against Google, alleging the tech giant illegally maintains Chrome browser monopoly through restrictive agreements with Apple and other partners.

Supreme Court rejects Epic Games and Apple appeals

The US Supreme Court has rejected appeals from both Epic Games and Apple, letting stand current App Store rules in a decisive conclusion to the high-stakes legal war over mobile app markets.

Supreme Court lets Trump fire FTC commissioner

The US Supreme Court has delivered a landmark ruling that empowers former President Donald Trump to dismiss a key FTC commissioner, potentially reshaping American consumer protection and antitrust enforcement.

US Sues Ticketmaster & Live Nation for Illegal Monopoly

The US Department of Justice and 30 states file a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, accusing them of running an illegal monopoly that stifles competition and inflates prices for consumers globally, including in the UK.

Salon fines customer £5,000 for negative Google review

A Nottingham hair salon's controversial 'no bad reviews' policy sparks online fury after charging a client thousands for a negative Google rating. The beauty industry debate over reputation management vs. consumer rights intensifies.

Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast

A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.

UK's Best Fine Art Universities 2025 Revealed

The Guardian's exclusive 2025 league table ranks the UK's best universities for Fine Art. Discover which institutions lead in creativity, teaching excellence, and graduate prospects in our comprehensive analysis.

UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Cripple FTC Powers

In a landmark legal move, former President Donald Trump is petitioning the Supreme Court to dramatically curtail the powers of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a case that could permanently alter the US regulatory landscape and empower corporate intere

School fines mum £120 for son's Egypt term-time holiday

A mother from Bury is outraged after her son's school issued a £120 fine for a family holiday to Egypt during term time. The school's 'zero tolerance' policy on absences has sparked a fierce debate on parental rights and educational authority.

Google fined €2.1bn by EU for market dominance abuse

The European Commission has slapped Google with a massive €2.1 billion antitrust fine for illegally favouring its own shopping comparison service in search results, marking a major escalation in Brussels' battle with Big Tech.

Newsmax Sues Fox News Alleging Cable News Monopoly

Conservative broadcaster Newsmax launches a major antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging coercive tactics and monopolistic practices to suppress competition in the US cable news landscape.

Newsmax Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox News

Right-wing broadcaster Newsmax launches a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Fox News, alleging a coercive scheme with cable giants to suppress competition and force it off major platforms.

EU Declares Google Chrome a Monopoly in Landmark Ruling

In a historic antitrust verdict, the EU has ruled Google Chrome a 'gatekeeper' monopoly. Discover how this decision will break down its dominance and force Google to offer real browser choice on Android and Windows across Europe.

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