MONOPOLY

Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The squeeze on musicians: why touring is getting harder and who’s really to blame

The fight over Live Nation isn’t just about one big company. It’s about whether the whole system that puts artists on stage is stacked against the people making the music. For years, bands have watched ticket prices climb while their own earnings from each show shrink. When Tigers Jaw’s Ben Walsh sa

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

States Demand Stronger Rules for Ticketmaster and Live Nation

More than a dozen states want the government to step in and make changes at Ticketmaster and its parent, Live Nation. Utah’s lawyer says the two companies make tickets too expensive and stop other sellers from competing. He wants to protect people in Utah who pay more than they should for conc

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Google's AdTech Split: A Complex Puzzle

Google is in hot water again, this time over its advertising technology, or AdTech, business. The U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has accused Google of having a monopoly in this area. A judge has already agreed, saying Google has two illegal monopolies. Now, the big question is: what's the punishm

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Sep 16 2025SPORTS

Boxing's Future: A UFC Takeover?

A new player is entering the boxing world, and it's not just any company—it's the powerhouse behind the UFC. Zuffa Boxing is set to launch in 2026, aiming to bring UFC-style promotion to boxing. This move has sparked concerns, especially from former UFC fighter Matt Brown. He believes this could lea

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Apr 22 2025BUSINESS

Google's Search Empire Under Fire: The Fight for Fair Play

In the heart of Washington, D. C. , a high-stakes showdown is unfolding. The Justice Department and Google are locked in a battle over how to address Google's dominant position in the search engine market. The stage is set at the E. Barrett Prettyman United States Courthouse, where both sides are pr

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Apr 21 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giant Google Faces Government Split

Google is in hot water as the U. S. government tries to break up the company. It is accused of turning its search engine into an illegal monopoly. The legal battle is unfolding in a Washington courtroom. The court will decide how to punish Google for its monopoly in search. The government wants to s

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Apr 18 2025BUSINESS

Big Tech's Antitrust Worries: Google's Legal Blow

The tech world has long seen antitrust issues as a minor hassle. Big companies like Google usually have the upper hand. Courts take their time, while tech moves fast. This delay often leads to easy settlements. But recently, Google faced a tougher challenge. A federal judge ruled that Google broke t

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Mar 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Monopoly Mania: The Board Game Comes to Life

Imagine a world where the classic board game Monopoly comes to life. That's exactly what's happening with a new reality competition series in the works. This isn't just a game of chance, it's a social experiment. Players will form alliances, strategize, and compete fiercely. They'll test their frien

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Nov 26 2024BUSINESS

Is Google's Ad Tech a Monopoly? Judge Listens to Both Sides

In a Virginia court, Google is defending itself from the U. S. Department of Justice's claim that its ad tech business is a monopoly. Judge Leonie Brinkema will decide the case by the end of the year. The Justice Department wants Google to sell parts of its ad tech, which earns billions yearly. Both

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Nov 25 2024BUSINESS

Will Google's Ad Tech Be Called a Monopoly?

A big decision is coming up for Google. A judge in Virginia, U. S. , will soon decide if Google's advertising technology is a monopoly. This isn't just any judge, but Judge Leonie Brinkema, who’s expected to give a written ruling by the end of the year. If she finds Google has done something illegal

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