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After Hours

Antitrust and Big Tech, and Is Corporate Lobbying A Good or Bad Thing?

May 17, 2018
Debate on antitrust regulations for big tech companies, corporate lobbying ethics, and the influence of corporate lobbying on policy making. Discussion on memories of the Clinton scandal, favorite cookbooks, British cop TV shows, and Google's AI assistant advancements.
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  • Antitrust laws aim to balance market influence and fair competition, while corporate lobbying raises questions about policy-making impact and ethical implications.

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Antitrust and Competition: Balancing Market Power

Antitrust laws aim to prevent market abuse to protect consumers. The concern with giant companies misusing market power has grown, leading to debates on antitrust effectiveness. While some believe large companies lower prices and benefit consumer welfare, others worry about stifling competition. The challenge lies in balancing market influence while promoting fair competition.

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