Author: 21st Century Competition

US/EU: Is Google+ headed for an antitrust probe? (Competition Policy International)

As reports continue to track the plummeting popularity of search giant Google’s attempt at social networking, Google+, some experts are questioning whether the network is headed for an antitrust investigation.

The speculation follows just days after Google social media vice president Vic Gundotra announced he plans to leave the firm amid …read more

US: Comcast, EA deal would bring new tech to entertainment lovers (Competition Policy International)

A joint venture between Comcast and Electronic Arts is reportedly in the works as unnamed sources told reporters that the companies are close to finalizing an agreement that would allow interchangeable services for consumers between the companies, including the ability to purchase a video game through the television.

According to reports, …read more

Germany/US: Deutsche Bank boosts M&A work with latest hire (Competition Policy International)

Top German bank Deutsche Bank has announced the hiring of Jeff Rose to join the company as its Global Head of Consumer and Retail Mergers and Acquisitions.

According to a press release, the bank announced Rose will serve in New York, where he will also take on the roles of Managing …read more

EU: Etihad Airways defends EU conquests (Competition Policy International)

United Arab Emirates-based Etihad Airways is on the defense about its recent acquisitions within Europe, defending the moves as a way to bring new competition into Europe’s market, not overrule existing carriers in the region.

According to reports.

At a recent conference in Abu Shabi, Etihad told reporters the company is “bringing …read more