X Corp Sues Major Music Publishers in Antitrust Battle
Elon Musk's X Corp sues Sony, Universal & Warner for antitrust collusion over music licensing. Lawsuit alleges inflated rates & mass copyright takedowns. Full details inside.
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X Corp Sues Music Publishers Over Alleged Antitrust Conspiracy
Elon Musk's X Corp files a major antitrust lawsuit against 18 music publishers, alleging a conspiracy to inflate licensing fees. The platform claims it was forced to remove thousands of posts and suspend users.
China Halts Meta's Manus AI Acquisition, Launches Probe
China's Commerce Ministry has initiated a formal review of Meta's planned takeover of AI startup Manus, citing tech export controls and data security concerns. This move signals escalating regulatory scrutiny on cross-border tech deals. Read more for the
Big Tech's AI Consolidation: Meta, Nvidia Gobble Startups
Meta's $2B Manus buy signals a wave of AI consolidation. Big Tech uses stealth deals to avoid regulators, thinning the herd of 40,000 startups. Explore the strategy.
Judge Allows HPE-Juniper Integration Amid Antitrust Challenge
A US judge permits Hewlett Packard Enterprise to continue integrating Juniper Networks, rejecting a bid by Democratic-led states to pause the deal over antitrust concerns. Read the full story.
CCI Defends Global Turnover Fines, Opposes Apple's Challenge
CCI argues global turnover-based penalties deter MNC antitrust breaches. Apple fears a potential $38 billion fine in its ongoing legal battle. Delhi High Court hearing set for 27 January.
CCI Seeks Airline Fare Data in IndiGo Antitrust Probe
India's antitrust regulator has asked IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet & Akasa for fare data. This is part of a probe into whether IndiGo abused its dominant market position. Read the latest details.
NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps Steps Down in 2026
Steve Phelps, NASCAR's first commissioner, is leaving his role in Jan 2026. We look at his 20-year career, major deals, and the legal challenges of his final year. Read more.
Tata Steel, JSW, SAIL breached antitrust law: CCI probe
India's competition watchdog finds 31 steel firms, including giants Tata Steel, JSW Steel, and SAIL, colluded on prices. 56 executives face liability. Read the full details and potential penalties.
CCI: Tata Steel, JSW Steel, SAIL Breached Competition Law
The Competition Commission of India has found major steel producers, including Tata Steel and SAIL, guilty of antitrust violations. Discover the details and implications for the industry.
Why India's Economy Needs a National Competition Policy
India's vision of a developed economy by 2047 is at risk without a National Competition Policy. This key reform could boost GDP, spur innovation, and create fairer markets for all.
China Taxes Condoms to Reverse Population Decline
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
China's Contraceptive Tax: Limits of Pro-Birth Policies
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
Judge allows states to probe HPE-Juniper $14B deal approval
A federal judge permits a dozen US states to investigate the DOJ's approval of Hewlett Packard Enterprise's $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks. Key hearing set for March.
Jobs vs Adobe: The 2005 No-Poaching Email War
Read the explosive 2005 email exchange between Steve Jobs and Adobe CEO Bruce Chizen over employee poaching, a feud that led to a $415 million lawsuit settlement. Discover the long history of alliance and rivalry between Apple and Adobe.
China's Week: US Report, Economic Woes, K-Pop Thaw
A deep dive into China's week: US DoD report on Arunachal, sanctions on US firms, falling industrial profits, and the potential return of K-pop. Key developments explained.
Analysis Exposes Deepening Structural Crisis in China's Economy
A new report shatters the illusion of China's economic resilience, revealing a deepening structural crisis driven by debt, property collapse, and demographic decline. What does this mean for global markets? Read the full analysis.
Italy's AGCM Orders Meta to Suspend WhatsApp AI Terms
Italy's antitrust watchdog orders Meta to suspend WhatsApp contract terms that could block rival AI chatbots. Meta calls the decision 'flawed' and vows to appeal. Read more on the EU's Big Tech crackdown.
Dana White Must Testify in UFC Antitrust Lawsuit
UFC boss Dana White has been ordered to testify under oath in a major antitrust lawsuit. The case, led by ex-fighter Misha Cirkunov, could reshape fighter contracts. Read the latest developments.
Apple Settles Brazil Antitrust Case, Opens iOS Ecosystem
Apple agrees to allow alternative app stores and external payments on iOS in Brazil, settling a 3-year probe. Tech giant faces $27M fines for non-compliance. Details inside.
Indian Travel Vlogger Held in China Over Arunachal Pradesh Comment
Indian travel YouTuber Anant Mittal was detained for 15 hours by Chinese immigration after calling Arunachal Pradesh 'India'. The incident highlights risks for Indians in China. Read the full story.
China's Balancing Act: Calm with India, Weapons for Pakistan
A new Pentagon report reveals China's strategic balancing in South Asia: engaging India diplomatically while boosting Pakistan's military. What does this mean for India's security? Read the full analysis.
US Report: China Lists Arunachal as Core Interest with Taiwan
A new Pentagon report to US Congress reveals China now treats Arunachal Pradesh as a 'core interest' like Taiwan, amid deepening China-Pakistan military ties. Read the full analysis.
Apple to allow third-party app stores in Brazil from 2026
Apple agrees to open iOS to third-party app stores in Brazil from 2026, settling a long antitrust battle. Could India's CCI push for similar changes? Read the full analysis.
China Loads 100+ ICBMs, Pentagon Warns of Nuclear Buildup
A leaked Pentagon draft reveals China has likely armed over 100 ICBMs in new silos. US warns of the fastest nuclear expansion, with Beijing rejecting arms race charges. Read the full analysis.
China's Low-Altitude Economy: Drones & Flying Cars Soar
China is aggressively building a 'low-altitude economy' with drones and flying cars, aiming for a $208bn industry by year-end. EHang leads with commercial passenger flights, while Meituan scales drone deliveries.
China's New Online Visa System for Indians Starts Dec 22
China introduces a digital visa application system for Indian travellers, simplifying the process and reducing in-person visits. Learn about the new steps, fees, and what it means for India-China ties.
China's New Online Visa System for Indian Applicants
Indian passport holders can now apply for Chinese visas digitally via a new online system, reducing consulate visits to one for biometrics. The move signals a step in normalising bilateral ties.
China Launches Online Visa System for Indians
China officially launches its online visa application system in India today, simplifying the process for tourists, business travelers, and students. Learn how to apply and what it means for India-China travel.
CCI Reviews Antitrust Allegations Against IndiGo
India's competition regulator is investigating IndiGo for alleged abuse of dominant position after mass flight cancellations caused a nationwide aviation crisis. Read the full details.
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