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Apple’s to DOJ: Publishers already decided to fix prices before iBookstore came along
In the ongoing e-book price fixing case with the Department of Justice, in which Apple is accused of conspiring with publishers to fix eBook pricing and cut out Amazon, Apple has again responded to the DOJ’s claims detailing the “tough negotiations” it went through with publishers. To further prove its point that it was not […]
Apple’s to DOJ: Publishers already decided to fix prices before iBookstore came along
In the ongoing e-book price fixing case with the Department of Justice, in which Apple is accused of conspiring with publishers to fix eBook pricing and cut out Amazon, Apple has again responded to the DOJ’s claims detailing the “tough negotiations” it went through with publishers. To further prove its point that it was not […]
Apple under fire from governments in both hemispheres over alleged anti-competitive practices
Apple may be facing an anti-trust investigation in Europe over its iPhone contracts with carriers as it defends itself against separate investigations for alleged price-gouging in Australia. Apple was informed last year that it would be required to attend a hearing by Australia’s Standing Committee on Infrastructure and Communications to explain why its pricing of [...]
Apple under fire from governments in both hemispheres over alleged anti-competitive practices
Apple may face an anti-trust investigation in Europe over its iPhone contracts with carriers as it defends itself against separate investigations for alleged price gouging in Australia. Apple was informed last year that it would be required to attend a hearing by Australia’s Standing Committee on Infrastructure and Communications to explain why its pricing of digital content [...]
How the FTC Screwed Up the Google Investigation (and Screwed You In the Process)
How the FTC Screwed Up the Google Investigation (and Screwed You In the Process)
Google’s attempt to block U.S. imports of iPhone and iPad thwarted as ITC remands investigation of one patent
Following the verdict in the Apple vs. Samsung trial today, where Samsung was found guilty of infringing various Apple patents related to the case, Apple is also coming out a winner, at least temporarily, in Google/Motorola’s attempt to block imports of iPhones and iPads to the United States. In late June, we told you about [...]
Google facing tens of millions in fines in FTC’s iOS Safari privacy investigation
We knew that Google would likely face fines in the Federal Trade Commission’s investigation into its method of bypassing Apple’s default iOS Safari browser settings. Last month, reports claimed the FTC would make a decision on the fines within 30 days. Today, Reuters reported sources close to the situation have confirmed Google is currently negotiating with [...]
Google could soon face big fines over iOS Safari privacy controversy in FTC investigation
In February, the story broke that Google and other advertising companies were bypassing iOS Safari’s privacy settings and continuing to track users without their consent. Google quickly disabled its code responsible for the tracking after a story from The Wall Street Journal published, and Apple then claimed it was “working to put a stop” to [...]
European regulators probe Motorola following Microsoft, Apple complaints
European regulators are investigating Motorola Mobility for allegedly overcharging Microsoft and Apple for use of its industry standard patents in their products, Reuters reported on Tuesday. Both companies filed complaints with the European Commission, which is now conducting the investigation that will look to determine whether Motorola failed to honor its “irrevocable commitments” made to standard-setting organizations. In February, Microsoft had asked antitrust regulators to intervene in its patent dispute with Motorola, claiming the company “has refused to make its patents available at anything remotely close to a reasonable price.” In its complaint, the software giant also named Google, which is in the process of acquiring Motorola. Regulators confirmed that they are investigating Samsung as well in order to determine whether