扎克伯格将以"第一证人"的身份出席美国联邦贸易委员会（FTC）针对他公司Meta Platforms的审判。 作为反垄断监管部门，FTC试图让Meta Platforms拆分。 ...

Facebook parent Meta Platforms faces a high-stakes trial in Washington starting on Monday on claims it built an illegal social media monopoly by spending billions of dollars to acquire Instagram and WhatsApp, in a case in which US antitrust enforcers seek to unwind the deals.The acquisitions more than a decade ago aimed to eliminate nascent competitors who could threaten Facebook’s status as the go-to social media platform for users to connect with friends and family, the US Federal Trade Commission claims. ...

美国联邦贸易委员会（FTC）律师在反垄断案件审理的开场陈述中表示：Meta曾在2013年准备按60亿美 元收购Snap。 ...

据财联社报道，宝洁被欧盟反垄断监管机构调查，与可口可乐同时遭到突击检查。 当地时间周三（3月19日），欧盟委员会宣布对谷歌母公司Alphabet提起反垄断指控，并责令苹果公司采取措施遵守欧盟新出台的《数字市场法》。 一年之后，调查有了初步结果。根据此前发布的公告，欧委会指控谷歌有两项行为违反了DMA，首先是谷歌的搜索引擎优先显示指向Alphabet自家服务， 而非竞争对手的搜索结果，违反了以"透明、公平和非歧视"方式对待第三方服务的要求。同时，应用商店Google Play阻止开发者引导用户在其他渠道下载 应用软件，这就导致开发者也要像支付"苹果税"一样给谷歌支付高额佣金。 此外，欧盟委员会还"敲打"了苹果，要求其继续"拆围栏"， 遵循DMA的互操作性义务。简单而言，就是要求苹果硬件生态开源，一直以来，用户能在苹 果手机、电脑、手表、耳机等不同设备间切换，前提是都要有个"苹果全家桶"，但现在欧盟则要求苹果开放系统工具和访问权限，允许第三方的智能手 表、耳机和VR设备可以更顺畅地和IOS系统连接，比如更简便的设备配对、更互通的消息推送、更快的数据传输等。 不过，欧盟的调查公告发出后，两家公司的回应也并不服软。 ...

每经编辑 杜宇 据央视新闻4月1日消息，当地时间3月31日，法国竞争管理局宣布对美国苹果公司处以1.5亿欧元（约合人民币11.78亿元）罚款，原因是该公司滥用其在设备 定向广告中的主导地位。 当地时间2024年3月4日，欧盟委员会执行副主席兼竞争专员韦斯塔格在社交媒体上表示，欧盟于当天对苹果公司处以18.4亿欧元罚款，理由是苹果在流媒体 音乐业务中有垄断行为。 法国竞争管理局在新闻稿中指出，苹果公司于2021年4月发布"应用程序跟踪透明度"机制，宣称以保护个人数据为目标，但其实施方式"既无必要，也不适 当"。该机制有偏袒苹果自身服务之嫌，损害了第三方应用程序利益。 图片来源：每经记者 张建 摄 （图文无关） 新闻稿说，该机制使在iPhone和iPad上使用第三方应用程序流程变得过于复杂，显示了苹果对自身应用程序和第三方应用程序的"不对称"待遇，对小型应用 程序发行商来说尤为有害。 据新华社，法国竞争管理局表示，此次处罚针对的是2021年4月至2023年7月之间苹果的违规行为。除罚金外，该局还要求苹果公司连续七天在其网站上发布 该处罚决定的摘要。 法国竞争管理局宣布对苹果公司的处罚决定后，代表在线广告各参与方的 ...

Core Viewpoint - The proposed sale of 43 global ports by Li Ka-shing to BlackRock for $22.8 billion has triggered an antitrust investigation by China's State Administration for Market Regulation, leading to a significant drop in the market value of Cheung Kong Group by HKD 78.1 billion [1][3][4]. Group 1: Antitrust Investigation Impact - The antitrust investigation has been described as a rare and strong response from Chinese regulators, indicating serious scrutiny of the $22.8 billion deal [3][4]. - The market reacted swiftly, with Cheung Kong Group's stock price plummeting, resulting in a loss equivalent to nearly one million average family homes [3][4]. - Legal experts affirm that Chinese regulators have the authority to investigate foreign monopolistic behaviors affecting domestic market competition under the Antitrust Law [3][4]. Group 2: Strategic Implications of the Deal - The sale of ports, particularly those at both ends of the Panama Canal, is seen as a strategic move that could impact China's trade routes, as approximately 21% of the ships using the canal are Chinese [8][10]. - The U.S. has shown increasing interest in global ports, with recent policy changes indicating a potential trade war targeting Chinese interests [6][8]. - Historical context reveals that the U.S. has previously exerted control over the Panama Canal, suggesting a pattern of geopolitical maneuvering through economic means [10][11]. Group 3: Li Ka-shing's Business Strategy - Li Ka-shing's decision to sell ports without a public bidding process raises questions about the motivations behind the transaction, suggesting a potential urgency in reallocating assets [4][17]. - The shift in Li's investment strategy from a heavy focus on Hong Kong to a more diversified portfolio in Europe and North America indicates a strategic pivot in response to global market dynamics [15][19]. - The rapid agreement with BlackRock, despite previous rejections of lower offers, suggests a pressing need to adapt to changing geopolitical landscapes [17][19]. Group 4: China's Strategic Countermeasures - China has initiated a multi-faceted response to the port sale, including high-level meetings with influential figures in the investment community, signaling a strategic recalibration [21][23]. - The introduction of stricter scrutiny under the revised Antitrust Law provides a legal framework for the government to intervene in transactions deemed to threaten national security [23][25]. - The ongoing negotiations and potential involvement of state-owned enterprises in acquiring the ports highlight China's commitment to safeguarding its strategic interests [21][25]. Group 5: Broader Implications for Global Trade - The situation exemplifies the intersection of commercial interests and national security, reflecting the complexities faced by businesses in a globalized economy [27]. - The case serves as a lesson for entrepreneurs on balancing profit motives with national strategic considerations, emphasizing the importance of understanding geopolitical contexts in business decisions [27].

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing port transaction between Cheung Kong Holdings and BlackRock has raised significant concerns among various sectors in China, leading to warnings for Li Ka-shing to reconsider the deal in light of national interests [1][2]. Regulatory Actions - The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has announced an investigation into the port transaction, emphasizing the need to protect fair market competition and public interest [1][2]. - The legal basis for the investigation is grounded in the Anti-Monopoly Law, which applies to foreign monopolistic behaviors affecting domestic market competition [2]. Financial Impact - Cheung Kong Holdings is facing dual challenges: potential legal sanctions and significant economic losses, with its market value dropping over 30 billion HKD in just 11 trading days [3]. - The company's stock price has been adversely affected, leading to a loss of public trust and raising concerns about its future market prospects in China [3]. Legal Considerations - The transaction with BlackRock did not undergo a global bidding process, which may limit competition and could lead to legal repercussions if deemed monopolistic by the SAMR [4]. - If found guilty of monopolistic practices, Cheung Kong Holdings could face administrative penalties, including fines based on a percentage of its previous year's sales [4]. Current Developments - Reports indicate that Cheung Kong Holdings may not sign the agreements for the two Panamanian ports with the U.S. company as previously planned, suggesting a shift in strategy [5]. - The best course of action for Cheung Kong Holdings would be to terminate the transaction and disclose any economic pressures from the U.S. to the Chinese government [6].

Group 1 - The EU is expected to impose fines on tech giants Apple and Meta, but the amounts will be significantly lower than previous antitrust cases, indicating a more restrained approach [1] - This restraint is seen as a realistic compromise, balancing the need to maintain competition in the digital market while avoiding direct conflict with the US government during a sensitive period [1][3] - EU officials, including Teresa Ribera, emphasize the importance of enforcing regulations on Silicon Valley companies, despite potential backlash from the US [3] Group 2 - The recent stock performance of tech companies shows declines, with Apple down 2.66% and Meta down 4.29% [2] - There are indications that the EU may implement a periodic fine mechanism against Apple, reflecting a long-term commitment to regulating "gatekeeper" platforms [3] - Apple is perceived to have structural barriers to competition in areas like App Store payment methods and default app settings, which the EU aims to address [3]

柏林，2025年2月 分析与咨询 监控系统 创新/ 竞争政策 加倍投入，决不退缩 。 维护特朗普时代欧盟的数字主权 M ax von Thun, Georg Riekeles 和 Pencho Kuzev › 加强全球联盟：鉴于特朗普政府和大科技公司的敌对立场，欧盟必须 建立联盟 与志同道合的民主国家协调行动，对抗美国的恐吓。 › 认识到威胁的真正本质： 欧盟必须承认，大型科技 政治行为者 那些对我们主权、安全和民主构成直接 威胁。 › 一个分段的监管方法——将竞争、虚假信息和隐 私等问题孤立对待——已经失败。相反，应采取一 种综合方法—— 统一愿景 需要解决根本问题：主 导科技平台的极端规模和市场力量。 › 构建强大的政治承诺 欧盟必须 在机构和成员国 之间保持强大的政治意愿 欧洲议会的一个特别委 员会可以监控并应对由技术垄断带来的挑战。 › 欧盟必须加大执法力度，确保正在进行中的调查 得以推进，同时考虑 市场准入禁止 , 公司拆分 以及 反强制措施项下的贸易限制 › 未采取果断行动将危及欧洲的经济、民主以及长 期发展竞争性科技产业的能力。 kas.de 康拉德·阿登纳基金会有限公司 监 控 创新 二〇二五 ...

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