The Justice Department and over a dozen state attorneys general have filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing it of maintaining a monopoly in the smartphone market. This is part of a broader effort to limit Big Tech's power.
Key Points
Accusations of illegal maintenance of a monopoly in the smartphone market
Allegations of exclusionary conduct harming consumers and competitors
Comparison to Microsoft's antitrust case in the late 1990s
Pros
Efforts to limit Big Tech's power
Addressing potential antitrust violations
Highlighting issues with monopolies in the tech industry
Cons
Legal battle and potential negative impact on Apple's reputation
Complexity of the case and potential lengthy legal process