Open Markets writes two comments to the USDA appreciating the acknowledgment of corporate consolidation and retail distribution within many sectors of the agricultural industry.
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In this issue, we take a closer look at Elon Musk’s bid for Twitter, our amicus brief filed in support of the City of Oakland’s antitrust suit against the NFL’s Oakland Raiders, and our comment to the FTC and DOJ on merger enforcement.
In response to Elon Musk buying Twitter Open Markets Institute Director Barry Lynn issues a statement on behalf of Open Markets.
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The Open Markets Institute filed a response to the request by the Federal Trade Commission and the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice for information on merger enforcement.
Food systems program manager Claire Kelloway discusses a class action lawsuit filed against poultry corporations by local farmers.
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Chief economist Brian Callaci animates the current state of congress in their progressions with antitrust laws. New bills being passed are a focal point of this discussion.
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Read our full amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to correct the errors of the lower courts and restore the plain meaning of the Clayton Act.
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In this issue, we examine the California attorney general’s decision on how personal data is defined and its implications for Big Tech’s surveillance advertising practices.
Reporter Luke Goldstein writes about the rise of a sports betting duopoly and the concern for the integrity of athletic franchises.
Chief economist Brian Callaci draws points on the real reason’s that Amazon can put forth such monumental product output: the exploitation of workers beyond limitation.
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In this issue, we take a closer look at how the transition to renewable energy will be hampered if the U.S. continues its overreliance on minerals concentrated in nations considered to be foreign adversaries.
Senior legal analyst Daniel Hanley specifies paths for effective litigation and suggests actions relevant authorities might take.
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Watch our 3-part discussion series about the opportunities created by stronger anti-monopoly law and enforcement.
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Open Markets applauds DOJ for standing with workers, not powerful employers.
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Open Markets details how the “Agricultural Right to Repair Act” takes an important step toward breaking consolidated equipment manufacturers’ monopoly over repair for critical farm tools.
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In first major speech since taking office, Kanter makes promises to base antitrust enforcement on market realities, not economic theory that is detached from the facts.
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Bill addresses platform self-preferencing.
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Open Markets encourages efforts to create a more fair, safe, and forward looking country.
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