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FTC Releases Study of Big-Tech Mergers

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FTC Releases Study of Big-Tech Mergers

The report found that 616 deals of more than $1 million flew "under the radar" of antitrust reporting requirements between 2010 and 2019.

By Matthew Heller | September 16, 2021

Biden Appoints Big Tech Critic Lina Khan as FTC Chair

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Biden Appoints Big Tech Critic Lina Khan as FTC Chair

Khan is one of the most renowned American scholars to criticize large technology companies for market power abuse.

By Lauren Muskett | June 16, 2021

AT&T Fined $60 Million in Data ‘Throttling’ Case

AT&T Fined $60 Million in Data ‘Throttling’ Case

An FTC commissioner says AT&T's unlimited data plan for smartphone customers was a "bait-and-switch scam."

By Matthew Heller | November 6, 2019

Linde, Praxair Push Forward After Regulators Ask For Divestments

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Linde, Praxair Push Forward After Regulators Ask For Divestments

The companies could technically withdraw from the deal without penalty, but say they remain in "constructive dialogue."

By William Sprouse | August 22, 2018

Trump Names Antitrust Lawyer to Head FTC

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Trump Names Antitrust Lawyer to Head FTC

If confirmed, Joseph Simons "will immediately jump into some contentious issues," including calls for greater scrutiny of big internet companies.

By Matthew Heller | October 19, 2017

The Financial Case for a Data Privacy Program

The Financial Case for a Data Privacy Program

How to reduce costs and risks while increasing the business value of data.

By Heidi Maher | January 24, 2017

FTC Suffers Setback in Patient Data Breach Case

FTC Suffers Setback in Patient Data Breach Case

A judge dimisses a suit against LabMD because the FTC did not demonstrate that poor security would likely result in 'substantial injury' to consumers.

By Matthew Heller | November 19, 2015

FTC Tackles Meaning of ‘Unfair Competition’

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FTC Tackles Meaning of ‘Unfair Competition’

For the first time, the agency outlines how it will use its unfairness powers under antitrust law but a GOP commissioner dissents.

By Matthew Heller | August 14, 2015

Regulators Leaping into the Cyber Breach

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Regulators Leaping into the Cyber Breach

Many regulators consider the growing tide of cyber incidents to be more of an abdication of corporate responsibility than a threat to national security.

By Tom Reagan | March 30, 2015

Sysco Angles to Save US Foods Deal

Sysco Angles to Save US Foods Deal

The nation's largest food supplier appeals to the FTC in its bid to acquire its closest competitor.

By Matthew Heller | October 15, 2014

Do Buffett’s Compliance Lapses Show Management Flaws?

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Do Buffett’s Compliance Lapses Show Management Flaws?

After Berkshire Hathaway misses regulatory filing deadlines, it's fair to ask whether his governance style meshes with today's compliance culture.

By Iris Dorbian | August 22, 2014

FTC Urges Data-Breach Penalties

FTC Urges Data-Breach Penalties

Bipartisan support for the idea within the commission may mirror the same in Congress, an FTC official says.

By David McCann | March 19, 2014