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8 stories tagged with "Antitrust"
Google Now Hosts Rival App Stores After Epic Legal Win
Solutions•Aug 11

Google Now Hosts Rival App Stores After Epic Legal Win

Android users can now download competing app stores directly from Google Play for the first time, ending Google's exclusive control. The change comes from a court order after Epic Games won its antitrust lawsuit.

Ars Technica•2 min read
Live Nation Ruled a Monopoly in Win for Artists, Fans
Solutions•Apr 18

Live Nation Ruled a Monopoly in Win for Artists, Fans

A federal jury ruled that Live Nation engaged in anticompetitive practices, marking a major victory for 33 states and opening the door for real change in the struggling live music industry. Musicians say it's a crucial first step toward fairer ticket prices and thriving local venues.

Google News - Entertainment•2 min read
Court Rules Live Nation an Illegal Monopoly
Solutions•Apr 17

Court Rules Live Nation an Illegal Monopoly

A federal jury declared Live Nation an illegal monopoly this week, potentially reshaping America's concert industry. While ticket prices won't drop overnight, the verdict opens the door to real change in live music.

Google News - Entertainment•2 min read
Jury Rules Ticketmaster Ran Illegal Monopoly
Solutions•Apr 16

Jury Rules Ticketmaster Ran Illegal Monopoly

A federal jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster violated antitrust laws by overcharging concertgoers and crushing competition for years. The verdict could lead to breaking up the entertainment giant and making live events more affordable for millions of fans.

Japan Today•2 min read
States Win Antitrust Case Against Live Nation and Ticketmaster
Solutions•Apr 16

States Win Antitrust Case Against Live Nation and Ticketmaster

A New York jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster violated antitrust laws, delivering a major win for state attorneys general who continued fighting after the federal government settled. The victory could force the ticketing giant to pay damages and potentially split from its parent company.

Google News - Entertainment•2 min read
33 States Win Historic Case Against Ticketmaster Monopoly
Solutions•Apr 16

33 States Win Historic Case Against Ticketmaster Monopoly

A federal jury ruled that Ticketmaster illegally overcharged millions of concert fans, after 33 states refused to give up the fight when the Trump administration dropped out. The win could reshape how Americans buy tickets and attend live events.

Ars Technica•3 min read
27 States Continue Ticketmaster Monopoly Fight Alone
Solutions•Mar 10

27 States Continue Ticketmaster Monopoly Fight Alone

After the Trump administration surprised everyone by settling its antitrust case against Ticketmaster, 27 states and DC are pushing forward with their lawsuit to break up the concert giant. The judge called the sudden settlement "absolutely unacceptable."

Ars Technica•3 min read
Michigan Sues Big Oil for Blocking Clean Energy Options
Planet Wins•Jan 24

Michigan Sues Big Oil for Blocking Clean Energy Options

Michigan just became the first state to take Big Oil to court for allegedly conspiring to block renewable energy and drive up costs for families. Eleven states are now holding fossil fuel companies accountable for limiting cleaner, cheaper energy choices.

Google News - Clean Energy•2 min read