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Published on 11:22 GMT

Zuckerberg Testifies in US District Court in FTC Antitrust Lawsuit

Mark Zuckerberg, Meta’s co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), was the first to testify at the hearing of the US Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) lawsuit against the tech giant, according to a Politico report. The FTC has accused Meta of having a …

Source: MediaNama - Neutral
Published on 12:28 GMT

NH DOJ, FTC ask Granite Staters to report E-ZPass scam texts

WEEKS. RIGHT NOW, AT 637 NEW ON DAYBREAK. THE STATE DOJ AND THE FTC ARE WORKING TOGETHER TO COMBAT A SCAM THAT TARGETS E-ZPASS USERS HERE IN NEW HAMPSHIRE. PEOPLE ARE RECEIVING TEXT MESSAGES THAT APPEAR TO BE FROM E-ZPASS, CLAIMING THEY HAVE AN UNPAID TOLL …

Source: WMUR 9 - New Hampshire - Neutral
Published on 04:22 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg defends Meta as FTC antitrust suit gets underway

April 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. government's landmark antitrust suit, alleging Meta's takeover of Instagram and WhatsApp was illegal, got underway Monday in Washington, D.C., following a six-year Federal Trade Commission investigation. Meta chief …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on 05:43 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg Defends Meta in FTC Monopoly Trial: ‘We Compete Vigorously’ With TikTok, YouTube

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Washington, D.C., court on Monday in defense of Meta’s acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp, countering the Federal Trade Commission’s sweeping antitrust claim by saying you can’t have a monopoly when your competition is …

Source: The Wrap - Indeterminate
Published on 05:36 GMT

Meta vs FTC: Zuckerberg defends Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitions

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand on Monday in a high-stakes antitrust trial, which could potentially end up in forcing the $1.4 trillion company to break up. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accused Meta of illegally monopolising the social …

Source: India Today - Neutral
Published on 06:44 GMT

Meta faces scrutiny as FTC antitrust trial begins over Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions

The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a new legal phase in its antitrust case against Meta, alleging that the company illegally maintained a monopoly in the social media market through its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. …

Source: Campaign Asia - Center-left
Published on 04:05 GMT

Meta's Zuckerberg Grilled in Court as FTC Dubs Facebook a Monopolist in Antitrust Showdown

In a landmark legal battle with wide-reaching implications for the social media landscape, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faced the court today in an antitrust trial spearheaded by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC has accused Meta, which owns Facebook …

Source: Hoodline - California - Center-left
Published on 03:33 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg defends WhatsApp, Instagram deals as FTC calls out Meta

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Federal Trade Commission antitrust trial and defended Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp against monopoly claims. He argued that Meta competes with various social media platforms and emphasised the company' …

Source: Mint - Neutral
Published on 14:04 GMT

Mark Zuckerberg Forced to Defend Allegations Related to a ‘Buy or Bury’ Strategy to Crush Rivals as FTC Landmark Trial ...

Mark Zuckerberg was seen speaking out in favor of his company’s decision to use the buy or bury strategy that was designed to crush rivals in the market. This FTC trial has to do with Facebook’s parent firm taking Instagram and WhatsApp under its wing. The …

Source: Digital Information World - Pending
Published on 08:00 GMT

Fifth and Eleventh Circuits Grant FTC’s Motion to Stay Appeals Challenging Non-Compete Ban

On March 15, 2025, the Fifth Circuit granted the FTC’s motion for a 120-day stay of the agency’s appeal of the district court decision to block its proposed ban on non-competes. The Eleventh Circuit followed suit on March 20, 2025, granting the FTC’s …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on 09:41 GMT

FTC orders Google to stop requiring its app only on phones

Japan’s Fair Trade Commission issued a cease-and-desist order to Google LLC on April 15 to stop forcing smartphone manufacturers to pre-install only its Google Search app. The consumer watchdog agency said the requirement violated the Anti-Monopoly Law. …

Source: The Asahi Shimbun - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Meta had ‘monopoly power’ after buying rival apps, FTC says

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Meta’s acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp helped give it “monopoly power”, the US Federal Trade Commission told a court on …

Source: The Financial Times - Neutral
Published on 03:53 GMT

Investornewsbreaks Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) Faces FTC Antitrust Trial Over Social Media Dominance

(MENAFN- Investor Brand Network) Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) began its high-stakes antitrust battle with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) as the trial opened in federal court Monday. The FTC accuses Meta of illegally maintaining a social media monopoly …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
Published on 00:24 GMT

The long-awaited antitrust trial between the FTC and Meta Platforms officially begins

The long-awaited antitrust trial between the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Meta Platforms Inc., formerly known as Facebook, officially begins Monday in a Washington court. At the center of the trial are Meta’s controversial acquisitions of …

Source: Techstory - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2025

FTC Launches Public Inquiry into Anti-Competitive Regulations

Today, the Federal Trade Commission launched a public inquiry into the impact of federal regulations on competition, with the goal of identifying and reducing anticompetitive regulatory barriers. The FTC launched this inquiry in response to President Trump …

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Published on Apr 14, 2025

Meta antitrust trial: FTC challenges Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitions

Meta faces antitrust trial as FTC claims it illegally monopolises social media by acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp. In Short The FTC is suing Meta for allegedly monopolising social media and is seeking to force it to sell Instagram and WhatsApp, which …

Source: Ticker NEWS - Pending
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Zuckerberg Says Meta Has More Competitors Than FTC Claims

(Bloomberg) -- Mark Zuckerberg argued in federal court that his company’s social networks aren’t just about friends, taking the stand as the first witness for the US Federal Trade Commission’s antitrust trial. Allowing people to connect with friends and …

Source: Mint - Neutral
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Meta and the FTC face off in court over monopoly claims

A photograph taken during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos on January 19, 2025, shows the logo of Meta, the US company that owns and operates Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp. FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP via Getty Images hide …

Source: NPR - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 14, 2025

Mark Zuckerberg defends against ‘buy or bury’ allegations at FTC trial seeking Meta breakup

Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg on Monday was forced to defend against allegations that he employed a “buy or bury” strategy to crush rivals as the Federal Trade Commission’s landmark antitrust trial that seeks to break up the social media giant got underway. …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 09:58 GMT

Automotive Safety System Market to Cross Massive Market Size of 218.3 Billion by 2032 | Continental AG, Valeo, DENSO

Automotive Safety System Market is undergoing significant transformation, fueled by technological advancements, and increasing demand for safer vehicles. NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The latest market research report …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

SoundThinking Enhances PlateRanger Investigative Capabilities with Integrations into SafetySmart Platform and Partner ...

FREMONT, Calif. and COLUMBIA, Md., April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoundThinking, Inc. (Nasdaq: SSTI), a leading public safety technology provider, today announced the integration of PlateRanger™ powered by Rekor® (Nasdaq: REKR) – its advanced license …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:31 GMT

Helport AI Launches Enhanced AI Software to Modernize Consumer Financing Operations

New Offering Aims to Drive Efficiency and Compliance in Consumer Financing and Debt Collection Successful Initial Deployments Already Underway in the Philippines Partnerships Secured with Three Consumer Financing Companies, Including Two Publicly Listed in …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Identity Theft Protection Services Market Forecast to Reach USD 16.59 Billion with a CAGR of 10.32% by 2034

Identity Theft Protection Services Market is growing rapidly due to rising cyber threats and increasing consumer awareness. NEW YORK,, NY, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Market Research …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 00:07 GMT

Zymra Under Review: Natural Fat Burning System - Safe OTC Alternative to GLP-1 Drugs

New York City, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 1. Introduction Losing weight is more complicated than simply eating less and moving more. For many adults, especially those over the age of 30, persistent weight gain is the result of biological resistance …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

Attorney General Platkin Co-Leads Multistate Effort to Protect Affordable Care Act From Attack

Comment Letter TRENTON – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with the Attorneys General of California and Massachusetts, co-led a multistate letter regarding a raft of proposed changes that would undermine the Affordable Care Act (ACA), making it …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 10:29 GMT

Terra Grounding Sheets Reviews [Urgent Update]: Read This Before Buying

WOODHAVEN, N.Y., April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Let me ask you something—when was the last time you felt truly rested? Not just "I got 8 hours of sleep," but that deep, recharged, wake-up-feeling-like-a-new-person kind of rest? If you're …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Media, Advertising & PR ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 09:29 GMT

Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles Market to Reach USD 24.5 billion by 2032 | Daimler AG, BMW, Volvo

Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Vehicles Market growth is driven by consumer demand for vehicles with enhanced traction, off-road capabilities, and performance. NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The latest market research report on …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry ...

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 13:45 GMT

Edward DuCoin Joins ABA Criminal Justice Section to Support Justice Reform

LAUREL SPRINGS, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Edward DuCoin, entrepreneur and author of the forthcoming book Indicted Loyalty, Convicted Logic, has joined the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Criminal Justice Section. …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Jimerson Birr Welcomes Experienced Litigator, Curtis Campbell, to its Esteemed Legal Team

Campbell brings multi-state experience and a business-focused approach to strengthen the firm’s growing litigation practice JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jimerson Birr is pleased to announce the addition …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

SmartLaw Facilitates $2 Million Personal Injury Settlement

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SmartLaw proudly announces a significant victory for a client who leveraged the service’s free online attorney referral system. The client secured a $2 million settlement in a …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:05 GMT

Harris At Least Mentioned Fed Contracts to Small Businesses in 2024, Says Bruce de Torres, ASBL Communications Director

But the media seems to have exaggerated her statement de Torres adds PETALUMA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “On September 4, 2024, Kamala Harris told North Hampton, New Hampshire, ‘We will increase federal contracts …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Olga V. Mack Joins TermScout as CEO to Lead the Future of Sales Contract Transparency and Acceleration

DENVER, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TermScout, the AI-powered sales contract certification platform, today announced that Olga V. Mack has joined the company as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A leading AI …

Distribution channels: Law ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Bianchi & Brandt Named #1 Cannabis Law Firm by AZ Big Media’s Ranking Arizona

The firm celebrates the top ranking after serving the industry for more than five years. SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bianchi & Brandt, a full-service law firm headquartered in Scottsdale, is pleased to …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 11:30 GMT

Working Excellence Welcomes Kurt Smith as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Global Growth

Kurt will spearhead Working Excellence’s ambitious growth strategy and global market expansion. RESTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Working Excellence, a leading digital transformation consulting firm specializing in …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

What Protection Tax Complaints Really Mean in Case Management

Protection Tax reviews client complaints, like garnishments or liens, to adjust or escalate cases, ensuring timely and responsive action to IRS pressures. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At Protection Tax, …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on April 15, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Fortaris Capital Advisors Welcomes Todd Dennis as their new Senior Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer

MI, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fortaris Capital Advisors is proud to announce the appointment of Todd Dennis, former Special Agent in Charge at the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General, as Senior …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 09:45 GMT

Florida Mesothelioma Victims Center Has Endorsed the Gori Law Firm for a School-Hospital Maintenance Worker Who Has ...

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida Mesothelioma Victims Center is appealing to the loved ones of a former school or hospital maintenance-repair person who has just been diagnosed with mesothelioma to focus …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Icelandic Art Student’s ‘Living’ QR Code Mural Debuts at Bergen Kunsthall After Free Expression Dispute

Bergen Kunsthall reinstates controversial MFA mural linking to a live digital artwork after institutional pushback raises free expression concerns. BERGEN, NORWAY, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An artwork that was nearly censored ahead of …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Former DOT Deputy General Counsel Brian Stansbury Joins Hunton’s Environmental Team in Washington

Washington, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brian Stansbury, a highly-regarded environmental attorney and former Deputy General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in Washington. As a …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

ALDX INVESTIGATION NOTICE: Suffer Losses on Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc.? Contact BFA Law about the Securities ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces an investigation into Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALDX) for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

TTD LAWSUIT NOTICE: Suffer Losses on Trade Desk, Inc.? Contact BFA Law by the April 21 Securities Fraud Class Action ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against The Trade Desk, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTD) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

ATKR LAWSUIT NOTICE: Suffer Losses on Atkore Inc.? Contact BFA Law by the April 23 Securities Fraud Class Action ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Atkore Inc. (NYSE: ATKR) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of the …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

RC LAWSUIT NOTICE: Suffer Losses on Ready Capital? Contact BFA Law by the May 5 Securities Fraud Class Action Deadline (...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Ready Capital Corporation (NYSE: RC) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

TBBK LAWSUIT NOTICE: Suffer Losses on The Bancorp, Inc.? Contact BFA Law by the May 16 Securities Fraud Class Action ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against The Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBBK) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

VTRS LAWSUIT NOTICE: Suffer Losses on Viatris Inc.? Contact BFA Law by the June 3 Securities Fraud Class Action Deadline ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:17 GMT

FLNC LAWSUIT NOTICE: Suffer Losses on Fluence Energy, Inc.? Contact BFA Law by the May 12 Securities Fraud Class Action ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Fluence Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLNC) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 12:08 GMT

BBAI BREAKING NEWS: BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. Stock Plummets 15% Triggering Securities Class Action – Investors are ...

NEW YORK, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BBAI) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential …

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