SeatGeek, a newer ticket‑selling platform, recently offered “retaliation insurance” to arenas that switched away from Ticketmaster. The idea was simple: if an arena lost a concert because it used another seller, SeatGeek would cover the loss. This move shows how much power Ticketmaster still holds i
The idea of merging college sports television contracts has been praised by some lawmakers as a way to boost money for schools. A recent study from the SEC and Big Ten says that this plan would actually bring in less cash than keeping each conference’s deals separate. The research looks at how th
A federal lawsuit has been filed against OhioHealth, a large hospital group in Columbus. The U. S. Justice Department and the state Attorney General claim that OhioHealth used its power to block cheaper health plans. They say the system forced insurers into contracts that keep prices high and limit
The recent dismissal of the Justice Department’s antitrust chief signals a shift toward a more business‑friendly climate in Washington. Law firms are now drafting memos that reflect the current administration’s willingness to approve corporate mergers, a reversal from last year’s campaign rhetoric t
In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit kept an $85 million judgment against Ingevity, a company that tried to defend itself with a patent‑misuse argument. The dispute began when Ingevity sold its carbon‑filtering technology for cars and bundled the license with other items that were not protected
Mark Hamer, who served as the second‑level officer in the U. S. Justice Department’s antitrust office, has stepped down after nearly a year in the position. He announced his departure on LinkedIn and said he had promised to serve for only a year when he accepted the role. Hamer noted that 2025 wa
The White House is looking into whether U. S. homebuilders might be colluding to keep prices high, a move aimed at easing the nation’s housing crisis. Officials say they are reviewing evidence that builders could be sharing data through a group called Leading Builders of America. The associati
Apple is facing a serious legal challenge. A company called Reincubate is suing Apple, claiming the tech giant broke U. S. antitrust laws. They say Apple is making it hard for users to switch to other platforms. This isn't the first time Apple has faced such accusations. The U. S. government also fi
Live Nation Entertainment is in hot water. A judge is deciding if a big lawsuit against them should continue. The lawsuit claims Live Nation is playing dirty, using its power to control the music and ticketing world. Investors seem hopeful, as the company's stock went up after a recent court hearing
A high-stakes showdown is unfolding in Hollywood as Netflix and Paramount battle for control of Warner Bros. Discovery. Netflix has upped the ante with an all-cash offer, aiming to secure a $72 billion merger and outmaneuver Paramount's hostile takeover attempt. The latest move comes after Netflix
