AI chip giant Nvidia has significantly increased its employee count in China this year, adding hundreds to its team focused on research, autonomous driving, and after-sales service. This expansion comes amidst an ongoing antitrust investigation into a past acquisition by Chinese authorities.
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Andrew Ferguson, a vocal critic of Big Tech and FTC board member, to head the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This appointment signals a potential major shift in US antitrust policy, prioritizing concerns about censorship and potentially escalating conflicts with tech giants like Google and Apple. The move comes alongside the appointment of Gail Slater to lead the Justice Department’s antitrust division, further solidifying the administration’s focus on challenging tech monopolies.
Chinese regulators are investigating Nvidia for potential antitrust violations related to its 2020 acquisition of Mellanox Technologies. Tech experts offer varying perspectives, with some downplaying the significance while others suggest a potential geopolitical dimension to the probe.
CNBC’s Jim Cramer expresses concern over Gail Slater’s appointment as Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust, citing her history of challenging big tech companies. This appointment signals a continued crackdown on tech giants under the incoming administration.
Elon Musk’s legal battle against OpenAI and Microsoft intensifies with a new injunction filed, accusing them of anticompetitive practices and violation of OpenAI’s original non-profit mission. The lawsuit alleges antitrust violations and the misuse of sensitive information, raising critical questions about the future of AI development.
Microsoft’s plans to let Android users buy and play Xbox games directly through its app are on hold due to Google’s appeal of an antitrust ruling. The delay highlights the ongoing legal battle over Google Play’s dominance and the implications for app store competition.
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reportedly launched a sweeping investigation into Microsoft’s business practices across cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. The probe follows concerns raised by European authorities and recent high-profile security breaches involving Microsoft products.
Canada’s Competition Bureau is suing Google, alleging anti-competitive behavior in online advertising. The lawsuit seeks to force Google to divest two ad tech tools and pay a penalty. This follows similar antitrust actions in the U.S., highlighting growing global concerns about Google’s dominance in the digital advertising market.
Google vehemently criticizes the US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) proposed remedies in the ongoing antitrust lawsuit, warning of devastating consequences for consumers, innovation, and America’s global tech standing. The tech giant argues the proposals represent an unprecedented government overreach, impacting security, privacy, AI development, and key partnerships.
The Department of Justice is pushing for Google to sell off Chrome browser, citing anti-competitive practices. This move, if successful, would dramatically reshape the internet browser landscape. Google plans to appeal, arguing the proposed changes are excessive and harmful.
