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.

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 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.

Richard Epstein discusses an antitrust suit against Amazon by the FTC and several states. They explore the complexity of breaking up Amazon, Amazon's pricing strategies, the role of Amazon Prime, and future scenarios. They also discuss the consequences of imposing fines on businesses.

Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, and Lina Khan, an expert in antitrust law, join an intriguing discussion alongside Ismail Haniyeh, a prominent Hamas leader, and journalist Daniel Dale. They explore the implications of AI in military tech and the challenges of political narrative shaping. Topics like the reliability of political polling and military preparedness against powerhouses like China and Russia also surface. The conversation is packed with humor and deep insights on today's geopolitical tensions and the future of technology.

FTC Chair, Lina Khan, discusses tech antitrust on The Daily Show. The 'Right To Disconnect' bill in California targets after-hours work messages. The war on algebra and controversy around Garry Tan's company, Mentrava, are explored. Squatting trends in NYC and San Francisco are discussed, revealing surprising insights.