The latest Institute for Local Self-Reliance event overlooked the fact that small businesses have long found a valuable and reliable partner in innovative tech companies, overcoming profound challenges and unlocking shared innovation and growth. As discussions of the House Judiciary Antitrust Subcommittee Democratic staff report return to the fore, it’s important to keep in mind: […]
It has never been easier for new firms to enter and compete in the retail market. VC firms are eager to invest in the retail space, as customers increasingly seek multichannel and direct-to-consumer options. Dive into the research below: — The competition in retail has never been stronger. Direct-to-consumer brands and new entrants that power […]
Recent antitrust reform proposals, while offering some important changes, could slow innovation and restrict startups’ access to capital while ignoring the specific nuances of distinct business practices, warn several antitrust experts and consumer groups. Here’s what they’re saying: Placing restrictions on M&A would disincentivize startup formation and venture funding, argues Sam Bowman of the International Center for Law […]
From defense against a misguided antitrust attack to continued innovation for consumers and businesses amid the unprecedented economic and health crisis, 2020 marks a year to remember for the technology industry. Through challenges and changes, many experts and organizations shared their wisdom on the topic of competition and technology. We’ve compiled ten of our favorite […]
While the COVID-19 pandemic has upended many businesses, it has also proven the ability of tech to improve economic resilience. We know that the pandemic recovery will be tech led — and a major part of that is how many small and new businesses will accelerate their adoption of free and low-cost technology tools to […]
A year unlike any other, 2020 brought with it unprecedented challenges for many Americans. But it also demonstrated our collective resilience, with many Americans transitioning to working fully from home. And because 2020 also brought with it a flurry of activity in tech and competition policy, it proved to be a very busy year for […]
Yesterday’s Public Knowledge event calling to undercut the consumer welfare standard and to shift standards governing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) does not acknowledge the damage such an approach would have on U.S. leadership in global tech. In fact, the U.S. tech sector sets an example for the rest of the world in competition and innovation […]
2020 was a year of resilience, agility, and innovation for the retail industry. Last week, the National Retail Federation virtually wrapped up the first chapter of its annual “Retail’s Big Show,” showcasing how many retailers have continued to grow and fiercely compete throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and how they’re using data and insights to remain […]
There are many options for cloud hosting and services and many companies use hybrid cloud systems and multi-cloud strategies to deliver innovative products to consumers and businesses. There is no one company controlling “the cloud,” which is why the Parler lawsuit against Amazon Web Services (AWS) for refusing to host violating content may be characterized […]
Start-up acquisitions play an increasingly important role for innovators and consumers alike. In fact, more than half of US startups strive towards acquisition as their long-term goal. Fitbit is no exception. The company was looking to be acquired after struggling to maintain its foothold in the highly competitive wearables market currently dominated by Apple. Google’s […]
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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