November 6, 2024
Econ One Senior Economist Manisha Goel Published in Law360
We are excited to announce that Manisha Goel, senior economist with Econ One, has been published in Law360 with her insightful article, “Comparing Antitrust Outlooks Amid Google Remedy Review.” In the wake of the landmark U.S. v. Google LLC decision, where the judge ruled against Google, this piece, which was co-authored by Nishant Chadha, explores the feverish global scrutiny that Big Tech faces.
Goel discusses the limitations of traditional ex post antitrust laws and the emerging ex ante tools like the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which are essentially bright-line rules prohibiting certain practices without context. The article provides a detailed overview of the DMA’s impact on Google’s business model, particularly its hotel ads, and the unintended consequences for hotels and consumers. It raises important questions about the efficacy of ex ante regulations in fast-growing economies like India and Brazil, suggesting that a balanced approach combining the virtues of ex post and ex ante tools might be more effective.
For a deeper understanding of these complex issues, read the full article here.