Experts agree that the politicization of antitrust could have unintended, harmful consequences for consumers and businesses alike. Beyond these immediate consequences, it has the potential to inflict harm for future companies and consumers as well—altering today’s effective, consumer-driven enforcement framework. As you assess the DOJ’s lawsuit against Google, keep these evidence-based insights in mind: — […]
The United States in recent decades has been the beneficiary of extraordinary technological innovation. This unprecedented growth and the consumer benefits that have come along with it were made possible thanks in part to a regulatory environment that encourages innovation while protecting consumers. The Justice Department’s new lawsuit might chill innovation if the case does […]
Earlier this month, the Democractic HJC report introduced an array of misguided recommendations for antitrust reform. In light of these unfounded claims, antitrust experts agree: implementation of the report’s recommendations could harm consumers, innovation, and the broader economy. New commentary from a conference held by the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) and Competition Policy […]
Recent months have seen a proliferation of misguided proposals to enhance government interference in the tech sector, largely based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the multi-sided business models that characterize many of the most innovative firms. Making independent business decisions—or self-preferencing—including promoting store brands and products, has not only been a key characteristic of retail markets […]
The highly-anticipated Democratic House Judiciary Committee Report was released yesterday. Despite being 449 pages in length, the report’s missteps when it comes to antitrust reform are clear from the start. Experts agree that the report paints a false picture of the technology industry and offers recommendations that would harm startups, consumers, and small businesses nationwide. Sifting through […]
Ahead of today’s release of the Democratic House Judiciary Committee Digital Markets Report, there’s a lot of anti-tech rhetoric swirling. In addition to reading the report, it’s equally as important to keep in mind the evidence and testimony the report will likely ignore. To help sift through what’s evidence-backed and what’s not, Springboard compiled all […]
With the House Judiciary Committee’s Antitrust Subcommittee digital markets report imminent, we want to bring you a useful guide through the biggest issues in antitrust in the tech industry and our go-to resources. Define and dive in to these key concepts: – Antitrust – Consumer Welfare Standard – Kill-Zone Myth – Multihoming – Network Effects – […]
Last week, the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust held a hearing on competition in online advertising—and misconceptions about the marketplace are swirling. Though many claim that major players have hampered digital advertising, the numbers tell an entirely different story: over the last ten years, the number of ads bought and sold have increased by about […]
The concept of network effects is clear: some services work better and are more useful when they have more users, like video conferencing and social networks. However, we must set the record straight on how network effects play out in competitive marketplaces, particularly: — History shows that new entrants can successfully compete against companies with […]
The word “data” can trigger some intense reactions, putting up metaphorical red flags in some consumers’ eyes. This is especially true in conversations around the technology industry. But we can get a clearer understanding of some common misconceptions about data by stepping outside of the digital world and into, say, your favorite neighborhood sandwich shop. […]
Hostility to innovation and technology diminishes the incredible Internet-enabled opportunities that leading tech services provide: empowering consumers, driving prices down and increasing choice, and providing platforms to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. It has given us a golden era of entertainment, knowledge, and everything from fashion startups, to booming mom and pop stores, to the latest app.
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