Key Insights
Why are U.S. antitrust officials targeting big tech firms in the final days of the Biden administration?
To push forward an aggressive tech antitrust agenda, involving more merger scrutiny and potential investigations into companies like Microsoft.
What potential remedies are being considered for Google in the antitrust case?
Google might have to divest its Chrome browser or Android mobile operating system and stop paying Apple to make Google the default search engine on Safari.
How do Mexican officials view the potential for increased U.S. protectionism under a second Trump presidency?
They are concerned but believe that creating a competitive trade bloc against China could involve stricter regional content rules for USMCA countries.
What is Canada's strategy to mitigate the impact of potential U.S. tariffs?
Canada is using a 'Team Canada' approach, sending officials to meet with U.S. counterparts to emphasize the importance of the trade relationship and the potential harm to U.S. consumers.
How is Mexico preparing for potential changes in U.S. border security policies under a second Trump presidency?
Mexico is concerned about the Trump administration removing Biden-era policies that could incentivize more migrants to rush to the border, and may face increased pressure to enforce tougher policies at its southern border.
What are Canadian immigration lawyers reporting in the wake of Trump's election victory?
They are receiving more calls from Americans seeking to move to Canada, though it's unclear if this will result in a significant influx of migrants.
Chapters
- Justice Department considering divesting Google's Chrome browser or Android mobile operating system.
- Google might be forced to stop paying Apple to be the default search engine on Safari.
- Federal Trade Commission laying groundwork for an investigation into Microsoft's cloud business.
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