The breakup of one of the world’s biggest and most consequential monopolies, Google, has been brought up as the US Department of Justice pushes forward with a major antitrust case. Regulators claim Google’s dominance over search and advertising limits competition. Although a breakup would signify a landmark antitrust victory since the US government’s antitrust shutdown with Microsoft, it is expected to be a prolonged process. Investors are cautious but not alarmed for now. The tech giant's future remains uncertain, with its market power being in the cross hairs of regulators.
Hamide Ayboga discusses disruptions to shipping in the Red Sea and possible implications of this crisis on global trade.
Neha Nambiar discusses the right to abortion through an analysis of European case law in light of France’s moves to enshrine the right to abortion.
Heidi Muca discusses the opportunities and challenges arising from India’s AI drive in the development of the country’s first large language model.
Neha Nambiar discusses the need of effective AI regulation through her exploration of the dangers of AI highlighted from ‘deepfakes’.
Heidi Muca discusses the legal implications of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor and the wider geopolitical significance of the disruptions to the plan.