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US Federal Trade Commission sends out the first wave of $72 million in refunds to Fortnite players that Epic used 'dark patterns to trick'

The average payout is $114.

PC Gamer

Fortnite players 'tricked' into unwanted purchases are starting to get refunds. Here's how to apply

U.S. consumers who were tricked into purchases they didn’t want from Fortnite maker Epic Games are now starting to receive refund checks, the Federal Trade Commission said this week

The Independent UK

Trump Is Coming for Tech Companies

It looks like we can expect the antitrust assaults to continue.

Reason

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Microsoft says it found out about FTC probe by watching the news

Microsoft finds out about FTC probe on the news.

TechRadar

“… Consistent with an unfortunate trend:” Microsoft accuses FTC of improperly leaking confidential information about antitrust investigation, says to 'investigate yourself'

After a report last week that the FTC was opening an antitrust investigation into Microsoft, spanning from its cloud business to AI, Microsoft responded, noting it was unaware of such a case despite asking the FTC. Moreover, it asked the FTC to investigate itself regarding a pattern of target leaks…

Windows Central

FTC opens Microsoft antitrust investigation that Trump administration must carry on or drop

Antitrust enforcers with the Federal Trade Commission have opened a wide-ranging investigation into Microsoft’s business practices, starting off a big legal project that an incoming Trump administration must take up or abandon

The Independent UK

Data Sheet: Microsoft's November surprise

The FTC chaiar launches an eleventh-hour antitrust probe into Microsoft.

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Pelosi Sells 5K Microsoft Shares Ahead Of FTC Antitrust Probe, Marking Her Largest Sell In Years

Nancy Pelosi sold 5,000 Microsoft shares as the AI giant faces an antitrust probe that gained momentum after several cybersecurity incidents, including the July Crowdstrike crash, which impacted millions of devices operating on Microsoft Windows systems.

International Business Times UK

Microsoft facing its biggest US FTC antitrust investigation yet

The FTC is unhappy with Microsoft’s practices and dominance across the cloud computing, AI and cybersecurity industries.

TechRadar

Microsoft Faces Federal Antitrust Probe by FTC, Seeking Information on Its Operations

FTC launches an antitrust probe into Microsoft, examining its business practices in cloud computing, AI, and software licensing amid competition concerns.

Latin Times

FTC Chair Lina Khan fires a parting shot at Microsoft: The United States Federal Trade Commission has opened "broad" antitrust investigation into Microsoft's entire business

Lina Khan departs in January 2025, which begs the question as to whether or not anything will come of this latest FTC vs. Microsoft scuffle.

Windows Central

US FTC Opens Broader Antitrust Probe Into Microsoft

U.S. regulator is moving for a broader antitrust probe into Microsoft's licensing system.

International Business Times

Lina Khan-Headed FTC Approves Probe Into Microsoft's Cloud And AI Practices Amid Antitrust Scrutiny: Report

Microsoft is confronting a federal investigation that could reshape the technology industry's competitive landscape, with regulators examining the company's potentially anticompetitive practices in cloud computing and artificial intelligence markets.

Benzinga

FTC Launches Investigation Into Microsoft's Antitrust Practices

FTC investigates Microsoft's business practices amid antitrust concerns, highlighting regulatory oversight in the tech industry.

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Benzinga

'US Antitrust Watchdog Launches Broad Microsoft Investigation' - Bloomberg Law

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/us-antitrust-watchdog-launches-broad-microsoft-investigation FTC has sent detailed information demand to MicrosoftQuestions focus on software licensing, cybersecurity and

Benzinga

FTC Investigating 'Uber One' Subscription Over Alleged Consumer Protection Violation: Report

FTC investigating Uber over alleged customer protection law breach and difficult subscription cancellation process, amid recent profits.

International Business Times

9 In 10 'Smart' Devices Could Face Security Threats: Feds

88.6% of 184 manufacturers' web pages for the products failed to disclose how long they would receive software updates, leaving them exposed to potential harm.

Windows Central

One of the biggest tech deals in history is likely to fall through, but would Qualcomm have been able to buy Intel anyway?

Qualcomm was reportedly interested in purchasing Intel in what would have been one of the largest tech deals ever. But now, Qualcomm's Intel is said to be cooling.

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Fortune

5 stalled mega mergers that could get a green light under Trump

Biden's aggressive antitrust enforcers stood in the way of deals involving names like Intel, Kroger and U.S. Steel.

Android Central

Amazon might've drawn the EU's gaze for pushing its products more than others

A report stated Amazon could face the EU in 2025 over a possible DMA rule breach.

Reason

Biden's Antitrust Policy Was Politicized and Irresponsible. Will Trump Be Better?

Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan used the state to achieve political aims that have nothing to do with keeping markets competitive. J.D. Vance has said she's done "a good job."

TechRadar

UK cloud market set to get stronger anti-competitive rules in clampdown on US giants

Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority is reportedly looking at investigating Microsoft, Amazon and Google over cloud dominance.

Salon

"Right to repair" comes for the McFlurry

The new rule came just one day before Donald Trump promised to repair the machines while in office

TechRadar

Microsoft facing major FTC probe over locking in users to Azure, productivity software

Increasing exit fees and rendering software migrations incompatible are just some of the accusations facing Microsoft.

International Business Times

Coach Owner Tapestry Calls Off Capri Bid On Regulatory Blocks

Fashion group Tapestry said Thursday that it was dropping its $8.5 billion bid for Capri, the owner of luxury brands including Michael Kors and Versace, following a successful legal challenge by US regulators.

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