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In a federal court in San Jose, Judge Casey Pitts heard arguments in a Tunney Act proceeding.

How To Overturn a Corrupt Merger Settlement

Lee Hepner

March 26, 2026

The FTC is appealing the district court's decision in Microsoft/Acitivision. (Image: Shutterstock)

Vertical Merger Scrutiny Needs an Upgrade After Microsoft-Activision

Lee Hepner

July 17, 2023