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Antitrust, the process: America’s competition cops

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Jun 29, 2023
Alexandra Suic-Bass, a Senior Correspondent at The Economist, and Don Wineland, China Business and Finance Editor, dive deep into the evolving landscape of antitrust enforcement in the U.S. They explore the heated legal battle over Microsoft's merger with Activision and the broader implications for tech regulation. The discussion also highlights China’s economic slowdown post-pandemic, emphasizing challenges in retail and housing. Plus, they humorously reflect on Tato cheese-and-onion crisps, blending serious topics with tasty nostalgia.
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INSIGHT

Microsoft vs. FTC

  • The FTC is challenging Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, a $69 billion deal.
  • This reflects a broader shift in US antitrust enforcement under Lina Khan.
INSIGHT

Khan's Antitrust Approach

  • Lina Khan, head of the FTC, is changing how antitrust is enforced.
  • She's moving beyond consumer pricing, focusing on broader economic harm.
ANECDOTE

Khan's Rise

  • Lina Khan gained recognition for her article "Amazon's Antitrust Paradox."
  • This critique of narrow antitrust focus caught Elizabeth Warren's attention, leading to Khan's FTC appointment.
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