Big Tech's Antitrust Troubles Keep on Mounting

Big Tech's Antitrust Troubles Keep on Mounting

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses antitrust cases against major tech companies, starting with Microsoft's 1998 case where the DOJ accused it of monopolistic practices by bundling Internet Explorer with Windows. Although initially found to be a monopoly, the ruling was overturned on appeal. The video then covers recent antitrust actions against Amazon, Facebook, Google, and Apple, highlighting issues like price control and market dominance. These cases could set significant precedents affecting the tech industry and global economy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main issue in the antitrust case against Microsoft in 1998?

Monopolizing the hardware industry

Price fixing in the software market

Bundling Internet Explorer with Windows

Microsoft's acquisition of smaller tech companies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company was accused of having a policy that prevents sellers from offering lower prices on other websites?

Google

Facebook

Amazon

Apple

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern in the lawsuit against Facebook by the FTC and 48 states?

Restricting user access to other platforms

Acquiring competitors like Instagram and WhatsApp

Data privacy violations

Monopolizing the social media market

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company was involved in a legal battle with Epic Games over App Store practices?

Amazon

Microsoft

Apple

Google

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential outcome of the ongoing antitrust cases against big tech companies?

Complete deregulation of the tech industry

Immediate dissolution of major tech companies

New precedents affecting the global economy

Increased market share for smaller companies