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Published on 02:39 GMT

Client Alert: FTC Challenges Medical Device Coating Transaction

On March 7, 2025, the FTC filed a complaint in federal court seeking to block GTCR BC Holdings, LLC, a Chicago private equity firm, from acquiring Surmodics, Inc. The FTC alleges that Surmodics is the leading provider of a specialized “hydrophilic” coating …

Source: JD Supra - Label Pending
Published on 02:35 GMT

FDIC Seeks Comment on Proposal to Rescind Its 2024 Statement of Policy on Bank Merger Transactions

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) is requesting1 public comment on its proposal to rescind its 2024 Statement of Policy on Bank Merger Transactions2 (“2024 Policy Statement”) and reinstate its prior Statement of Policy on Bank Merger …

Source: JD Supra - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Is Microsoft in Hot Water With The FTC Over AI Operations Antitrust Issues?

FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson on CNBC. Source: YouTube The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will move ahead with a wide-ranging antitrust probe into Microsoft’s AI operations. Announced in the final days of the Biden administration, the Trump administration’s …

Source: Tech Republic - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

FTC’s First Merger Challenge Under New Leadership Signals Return to Traditional Antitrust Theories in Private Equity ...

On March 6, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging GTCR BC Holdings, LLC's (GTCR) proposed acquisition of Surmodics, Inc. (Surmodics). The complaint alleges that the transaction would violate antitrust …

Source: JD Supra - Label Pending
Published on Mar 13, 2025

Trump moves forward with FTC antitrust probe into Microsoft

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is moving forward with its investigation into Microsoft. Initiated by President Joe Biden's administration, President Trump has decided to continue pursuing the antitrust probe. As reported by Bloomberg, the …

Source: Data Center Dynamics - Neutral
Published on Mar 11, 2025

FTC sues to block merger of device coatings companies

The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit to block private equity firm GTCR BC Holdings from acquiring Surmodics, a medical technology company, arguing the deal would reduce competition for critical device coatings. The proposed acquisition would …

Source: Becker's Hospital Review - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

FTC: Staffing Cuts Could Delay Amazon Trial

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says staffing cuts could delay its case against Amazon. As CNBC reported Wednesday (March 12), attorneys for the regulator have asked a judge to hold off on the start of a trial into whether Amazon had tricked customers …

Source: PYMNTS.com - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Mar 12, 2025

Trump's FTC moves ahead with broad Microsoft antitrust probe

(Bloomberg) — The US Federal Trade Commission is moving ahead with a sprawling antitrust probe of Microsoft Corp. that was opened in the waning days of the Biden Administration, signaling that Donald Trump’s new FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson is going to …

Source: Yahoo Finance - Label Pending
Published on Mar 12, 2025

GTCR / Surmodics: Four Key Takeaways for M&A Antitrust from the First FTC Merger Challenge Under Trump

In the FTC’s first merger challenge of the new administration, the FTC voted 4-0 last week to challenge the proposed acquisition of Surmodics by private equity firm GTCR BC Holdings (“GTCR”). As the Trump administration’s sweeping changes ripple across the …

Source: JD Supra - Label Pending
Published on Mar 11, 2025

Sullivan & Cromwell Hires Former FTC Lawyer as Partner in Palo Alto

Sullivan & Cromwell hired former deputy director of the Federal Trade Commission's Bureau of Competition Kyle Mach as a partner in its Palo Alto office, the firm announced Tuesday. Mach, who will start at the firm on April 1, will join Sullivan …

Source: The Recorder - California - Label Pending
Published on Mar 11, 2025

United States District Court Rejects FTC’s Attempt To Block Tempur Sealy And Mattress Firm Vertical Merger

On January 31, 2025, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas denied the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) motion for a preliminary injunction to block the $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm by Tempur Sealy International, Inc …

Source: Lexology - Neutral
Published on Mar 11, 2025

FTC sues to block GTCR’s ‘unlawful acquisition’ of Surmodics

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sued to block GTCR’s proposed $627m merger-acquisition of critical medical device coatings manufacturer Surmodics over anticompetitive activity concerns. GTCR owns a majority stake in Biocoat, the second largest …

Source: Medical Device Network - Neutral
Published on Mar 11, 2025

FTC Chair announces Joint Labor Task Force, commits to facilitating President Trump’s war on DEI

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), under the new leadership of Republican Chair Andrew Ferguson, has announced the formation of a Joint Labor Task Force to “prioritize rooting out and prosecuting deceptive, unfair, and anticompetitive labor-market …

Source: JD Supra - Label Pending
Published on Mar 7, 2025

FTC opposes medical device merger

Credit: Shutterstock/sweet_tomato The Federal Trade Commission has sued to block GTCR’s $627 million acquisition of rival medical device coating company Surmodics, the agency’s first merger challenge under Chair Andrew Ferguson. Register for limited …

Source: Global Competition Review - Label Pending
Published on Mar 11, 2025

Competition Currents | March 2025

United States A. 1.FTC secures $5.68M HSR gun-jumping penalty from 2021 deal. On Jan. 7, 2025, the FTC, in conjunction with the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division, settled allegations that sister companies Verdun Oil Company II LLC and XCL …

Source: National Law Review - Neutral
Published on Mar 11, 2025

M&A Guide 2025: Taiwan

In response to economic growth and supply chain reshaping, major technology companies in Taiwan are strategically positioning themselves for industry upgrading and transformation through offshore M&A. WPG Holdings, an integrated circuit (IC) channel …

Source: International Financial Law Review - Label Pending
Published on Mar 11, 2025

Space M&A poised for takeoff in 2025

Pent-up deal activity from 2024 looks set to spill into 2025, potentially making it the busiest period for space mergers and acquisitions in years. “The interesting thing from my perspective for 2024 was honestly the deals that didn’t get done,” noted …

Source: SpaceNews - Neutral
Published on Jan 6, 2024

Alaskans largely oppose the Albertsons and Kroger merger

By Jasz Garrett Juneau, Alaska (KINY) – Safeway and Carrs owner Albertsons and Fred Meyer owner Kroger announced this fall that they would sell hundreds of locations – including 14 in Alaska – to meet merger requirements. U.S. Representative Mary Peltola …

Source: Frontier Media - Alaska - Label Pending
Published on 05:34 GMT

Pokemon Go Chief Says All The Right Things About The Scopely Sale, But I Still Can't Trust It

Niantic just sold its entire game division for $3.5 billion, which includes the Pokemon Go, Monster Hunter Now, and the Pikmin Bloom teams, to California-based mobile game developer and publisher Scopely. There’s a lot of reasons why this sucks. It sucks …

Source: TheGamer - Label Pending

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 23:58 GMT

FTC Sends More Than $934,000 in Refunds to Consumers Harmed by Vroom’s Failed Delivery Promises

The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $934,000 in refunds to consumers who were harmed by online used car dealer Vroom’s shipment delays. The FTC charged in July 2024 that Vroom failed to follow the Mail, Internet, and Telephone Order Rule, the …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

DXFactor’s Click2Save Agent Skyrockets at the HFA Show

Turning FTC “Click-to-Cancel” Compliance into Member Retention and Operational Efficiency MCLEAN, VA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DXFactor reports remarkable success for its “Click2Save” Agent at the HFA Show, turning the …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 00:08 GMT

FTC Sends More Than $15.5 Million in Refunds to Consumers Affected by Career Step’s Deceptive Job Placement and Employer ...

The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $15.5 million in refunds to consumers, including servicemembers and their spouses, lured by online career-training company Career Step’s deceptive ads and false claims about its training programs. The FTC …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy
Published on March 11, 2025 - 14:24 GMT

New FTC Data Show a Big Jump in Reported Losses to Fraud to $12.5 Billion in 2024

Newly released Federal Trade Commission data show that consumers reported losing more than $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024, which represents a 25% increase over the prior year. According to the FTC’s data book, this number is not driven by an increase in …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy

Published on March 11, 2025 - 14:24 GMT

FTC Sends More than $25.5 Million to Consumers Impacted by Tech Support Firms’ Scam

The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments totaling more than $25.5 million to consumers who were tricked into signing up for computer repair services through the deceptive marketing tactics of two tech support companies. The FTC alleged in March …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy
Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:44 GMT

Dave Inc. Announcement: If You Have Suffered Losses in Dave Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen ...

NEW YORK, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Dave Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) resulting from allegations that Dave may have …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Law ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 19:27 GMT

Attorney General James Takes Action to Protect New York Consumers and Small Businesses

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today advanced new legislation to protect consumers and small businesses from unfair, deceptive, and abusive practices. The Fostering Affordability and Integrity through Reasonable Business Practices, or …

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Published on March 10, 2025 - 11:30 GMT

Compass Lexecon Names Mary Coleman Head of U.S. Antitrust Practice

WASHINGTON, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced that Dr. Mary T. Coleman has been named Head of the U.S. Antitrust practice at its Compass Lexecon subsidiary. Dr. Coleman is an Executive Vice President based …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 05:54 GMT

Discover the Health Benefits of Dried Apricots and Apricot Kernels: A Nutritious Superfood Duo

Aside from their nutritional value, dried apricots and apricot kernels have also been used in traditional medicine for centuries MALATYA, BATTALGAZI, TURKEY, March 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malatya Apricot, a premier producer and exporter …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:35 GMT

Neighbahood.com: A new game-changing social media platform, launches with a focus on positivity and kindness

Neighbahood.com hopes to change the game by focusing on kindness, friendship, and genuine connection, proving that social media can still be fun. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new social media platform, …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:32 GMT

BrandRank.AI Wins Startup Competition at Prestigious HumanX Conference

AI Brand Health and Trust Platform Bests 500 Startups Across the Globe LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BrandRank.AI, the leading AI Brand Health and Trust platform, has been named the winner of the HumanX …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 22:31 GMT

Get Wired Tec Expands Smart Home and Commercial Automation Services in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES , CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- About Get Wired Tec: Get Wired Tec, a Los Angeles-based home automation company, continues to offer comprehensive solutions designed to improve the comfort, security, and …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 21:25 GMT

Malatya Apricot | Natural Dried Apricots Supplier and Exporter

We are a leading natural dried apricots supplier and exporter dedicated to providing high-quality, sustainably sourced dried apricots from Malatya, Turkey MALATYA, BATTALGAZI, TURKEY, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malatya, Turkey, is globally …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 20:41 GMT

InventionHome® Product Developer Creates Versatile Tie Down System for Keeping Cargo Secure in Vehicles

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Don M. of Tunnel Hill, GA is the creator of the Strap Stay, a ratchet strap attachment designed to enable a single person to firmly secure cargo in a pickup truck, van, or other …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Companies ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

InventionHome® Product Developer Creates Pouched Washcloth for a Smarter, Safer, and More Convenient Way to Bathe

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marquis N. of Niagara Falls, NY is the creator of the Pouched Washed Cloth, a thoughtfully designed washcloth featuring an integrated pouch to securely hold a bar of soap. This …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 20:20 GMT

InventionHome® Product Developer Creates Wearable Emergency Alert System for the Hearing Impaired

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amber Lee J. of Fort Myers, FL is the creator of the Illuminating Ears, a wearable bracelet that is designed to ensure that hearing-impaired children and adults can quickly and …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 19:12 GMT

Prüvit Ventures Announces Acquisition by Herbalife, Ushering in a New Era of Health and Wellness Innovation

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prüvit Ventures, a pioneer in ketone technology and metabolic health solutions, is entering a groundbreaking new chapter through a strategic partnership with Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF), …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 19:05 GMT

Hotel Toiletries Market to Reach $50.5 Billion by 2031, Driven by a 10.8% CAGR Growth

The single-use toiletries segment led in 2021, while the dispensers segment is set for the highest CAGR growth. WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, March 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 19:03 GMT

Funeral Services Market Anticipated to Reach $88.6 Billion by 2033 (3.8% CAGR)

North America region held the highest market share in term of revenue in 2023, accounting for nearly two-fifths of the global market. WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, March 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research published a …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Retail ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 18:39 GMT

ETA Track Plus Unveils Smart-Trip AI Report & Advanced GPS Fleet Tracking for Smarter Fleet Management in Dallas, Texas

ETA Track Plus, unveils its latest innovation—the Smart-Trip AI Report, a comprehensive GPS fleet tracking system. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ETA Track Plus, a leader in GPS tracking technology and fleet …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 18:29 GMT

Exploring Fermented Vinegars and Their Role in Health and Wellness

METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fermented vinegars have been valued for centuries for their culinary and health applications. The fermentation process enhances the nutritional properties of vinegar, producing …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 18:25 GMT

EGR Introduces the J-Brace for 2022+ Toyota Tundra – The Ultimate Solution to Bed Flex and Strength Issues

Toyota Tundra owners face bed strength issues like misalignment, movement, and rattling with heavy accessories. The EGR J-Brace reinforces rigidity. ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Toyota Tundra owners have …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 18:22 GMT

APG Unveils High-Quality, Customizable Fragrance Sprayers for Luxury Brands

APG Unveils High-Quality, Customizable Fragrance Sprayers for Luxury Brands AZUSA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- APackaging Group (APG), a leader in sustainable and innovative packaging solutions, is proud to introduce …

Distribution channels: Beauty & Hair Care, Companies ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 17:24 GMT

Ateios Systems Unveils Gen 3 RaiCore™ Electrodes, Driving the Next Era of PFA-Free, High-Performance Batteries

Gen 3 RaiCore™ electrodes deliver higher energy density, enhanced conductivity, and 5X faster manufacturing—all PFA-free. NEWBERRY, IN, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ateios Systems has unveiled their newest electrode …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Electronics Industry ...
Published on March 13, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

echo3D Unveils Automatic CLO to GLB Conversion with Advanced CLO 3D Support

echo3D, a leader in 3D digital asset management solutions, introduces Automatic CLO to GLB 3D file conversion with advanced CLO 3D support NEW YORK, MO, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During DAM LA in Los Angeles, CA, echo3D, the …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

Edward Packard’s Bestselling Classic Choose Your Own Adventure Book, The Cave of Time, Back in Print After 25 Years

WAITSFIELD, VT, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Cave of Time by Edward Packard, the first book released in the bestselling Choose Your Own Adventure series in 1979, returns to print on August 5, 2025 ($8.99, paperback). …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 16:43 GMT

Better Days Treatment Center: The Changing Landscape of Drug Rehab Centers Announces More Accessible and Effective ...

Anaheim, California – Drug addiction remains a growing concern, affecting millions of individuals and families across the country. As the crisis continues, Better Days Treatment Center, an established rehab community that provides patients with a safe, …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 16:42 GMT

Harmony Junction Recovery: Alcohol & Drug Rehab, Orange County Releases New Resource on Safely Coming Down from Cocaine

Lake Forest, California – Harmony Junction Recovery: Alcohol & Drug Rehab, Orange County, a leading addiction treatment center in Southern California, has released a new comprehensive resource guide to help individuals safely come down from cocaine. …

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