FTC Bureau of Competition Head Seeks to Protect Competition in Tech

FTC Bureau of Competition Head Seeks to Protect Competition in Tech

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The video discusses the intersection of antitrust law and technology, focusing on network effects and their impact on competition. It provides historical context, referencing the 1990s tech bubble and deregulation in telecommunications. The role of the FTC in adapting antitrust approaches through hearings and task forces is highlighted, with examples like hospital mergers. The video also explores remedies for anticompetitive conduct, including structural and behavioral solutions, and discusses notable cases like the breakup of the Bell system and Standard Oil.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What challenges does the current antitrust law face in the context of technology?

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways does the European Commission's approach to antitrust differ from that of the United States?

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