Lina Khan, Chair of the FTC, dives deep into the challenges of regulating big tech and maintaining fair competition. She discusses the ongoing antitrust actions against Amazon and the worrying trend of 'shittification' affecting consumers. The conversation also touches on the regulatory hurdles presented by AI advancements and the need for transparency in emerging markets. Khan emphasizes the importance of community voices in shaping policies and shares the FTC's successes in consumer protection, from lowering costs to advocating for data privacy.

FTC Chair Lina Khan, a law school scholar, discusses the flaws in current antitrust enforcement and her proactive approach. She highlights the FTC's new lawsuit against Amazon and its efforts to rein in unchecked power. The podcast explores the shift in antitrust thinking, Lina Khan's responsibilities as the Chair of the FTC, and their aggressive enforcement strategy against big tech companies like Facebook, Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon. The antitrust case against Amazon and the possibility of breaking up the company are also discussed.

Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, is taking on Big Tech with bold antitrust initiatives. She discusses the evolving nature of monopolies in the digital age and her unexpected rise as a folk hero in this fight. The conversation also delves into the misinformation crisis exacerbated by social media, especially during emergencies like wildfires, alongside the urgency to save TikTok from looming bans. Khan reflects on the challenges of holding powerful tech companies accountable and the critical need for stronger regulatory measures.

Join Lina Khan, chair of the FTC and prominent advocate for corporate accountability, as she discusses the sweeping ban on noncompete agreements, aimed at empowering the workforce. Scott delves into the FTC's crackdown on surveillance pricing, shedding light on market fairness and consumer rights. They also explore the evolving venture capital landscape, emphasizing the need for individual investors' access to startups. Lastly, gain insights on mastering the art of storytelling, a skill that can transform communication and engagement.

Lina Khan, FTC Chair, discusses the New Brandeis movement, antitrust enforcement, prioritizing cases in digital markets, AI technologies, challenges with cable companies, eliminating non-compete clauses, and the power of public engagement.

Lina Khan, the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, dives deep into the crucial world of antitrust enforcement. She discusses how regulation in big tech impacts innovation and the connection between market concentration and inflation. Khan breaks down the FTC's approach to mergers, emphasizing the need for vigilance against monopolistic practices, especially in healthcare and tech. She highlights the importance of measuring consumer harm beyond just price increases and calls for proactive strategies to ensure competitive markets amidst rapid technological changes.

Lina Khan, the outgoing Federal Trade Commission Chair, is renowned for her fierce stance on antitrust issues in the tech sector. She delves into the urgent need to regulate giants like Facebook and Amazon, highlighting bipartisan fears about their market dominance. Khan addresses the complexities of the TikTok situation in the U.S. and shares insights on the evolving landscape of antitrust enforcement. She emphasizes the importance of fostering competitive markets and the potential risks of industry consolidation, especially in healthcare.

Lina Khan, the youngest chairperson of the FTC, is a trailblazer in antitrust regulation, known for her vigorous defense of competitive markets. In this discussion, she reveals her aggressive stance on regulating tech giants and the future of mergers and acquisitions. Khan also delves into her approach to overseeing AI at its model layer and efforts to ban non-compete clauses nationally. With insights on government leadership scarcity and the need for fair tech policies, her vision aims to reshape the landscape for both startups and consumers.

FTC Chair Lina Khan discusses regulating big tech, banning non-compete agreements, and lawsuits against tech giants. She emphasizes the importance of fair competition, regulating AI, and the challenges faced in a bipartisan manner. Khan's leadership at the FTC draws both support and criticism, as she navigates the complexities of regulating dominant firms in the digital age.

Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, discusses her novel approach to antitrust, challenging big tech companies and private equity firms. The episode explores the FTC lawsuit against a private equity-backed healthcare company, the pushback faced by the FTC, analyzing mergers and non-compete clauses, the need for reinvigorating antitrust enforcement, and concerns about Khan's approach in the medical industry.