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Collateral Damage: How Small Businesses Could Lose Big in the DOJ’s Fight Against Google
The remedies phase of the Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) “search” suit against Google is well underway, and it could have serious consequences for small businesses across the country. Last fall, U.S. District Court Judge Amit Mehta found that Google violated antitrust law by making contracts with phone manufacturers that ensured its search tools were the…
3C Responds After DOJ Rests its Case in Google Search Remedies Hearing
WASHINGTON (April 30, 2025) — Connected Commerce Council (3C) Executive Director Rob Retzlaff today issued a statement after the Department of Justice (DOJ) rested its case in the Google “search” antitrust trial remedies hearing. “The DOJ’s radical proposed remedies are wildly out of proportion with the contractual issues identified by U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta…
3C Criticizes DOJ’s Radical Proposals Ahead of Google Search Case Remedies Hearing
WASHINGTON (April 21, 2025) — Connected Commerce Council (3C) Executive Director Rob Retzlaff today issued the following statement ahead of a remedies hearing during which U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta will consider sweeping changes to Google’s search business. The hearing marks the final stage in the United States v. Google LLC trial. “The Department of…
Boston Artist Brings Bold, Bright, and Unapologetic Statement Pieces to Customers Across the Country
In search of a creative outlet beyond her corporate career, marketing consultant Erica Goldstein launched The Blank Canvas Company in 2014 — sharing and selling her colorful, hand-painted designs on Instagram. What started as a passion project soon gained traction, and Erica started selling at local markets and pop-up events in 2018, steadily growing her…
3C Reacts to Judge’s Decision in Google’s Ad Tech Trial
WASHINGTON (April 17, 2025) — Connected Commerce Council (3C) Executive Director Rob Retzlaff today issued the following statement in response to Judge Leonie M. Brinkema’s ruling in the U.S. v. Google LLC “ad tech” trial. “While we’re relieved by the Court’s ruling on Google’s status in the market for ad-purchasing tools, we’re concerned by its…
Small Business Owners Urge Texas Legislators to Stop Possible Tax on Online Marketplace Fees
(April 17, 2025) — Small Texas online sellers today held a press conference urging Texas lawmakers to pass legislation (HB 1681/SB 265) ensuring online sellers won’t have to pay taxes on fees they pay digital marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, and Walmart. The press conference came as the House Ways and Means Committee plans to hold…
AI-Powered Business Helps Companies Make Sense Of Complex Laws
In 2019, longtime politics and policy enthusiast Pat Utz started his AI-powered firm, Abstract, to help people understand how complex legislative changes could impact their businesses. Today, Abstract uses advanced AI to analyze proposed legislative and regulatory changes, helping clients better prepare for likely risks and opportunities. With a growing roster of clients, the company…
How Digital Tools Help Small Businesses Weather Economic Challenges
Sharon Nguyen and Prisha Punjwani, 3C’s Tech Policy Fellows Recent trade policy changes have created serious challenges for small businesses. Most notably, steep new tariffs are driving up the costs of imported goods and materials, forcing small businesses to choose between two bad options: They can either absorb the higher costs and accept pared-down margins,…
Fashion Entrepreneur Brings African-Inspired Fashion Designs to Customers Across the US
For Addie Ajayi, fashion is more than just clothing — it’s a way to celebrate culture and identity. After immigrating to the U.S. from Nigeria, Addie found herself searching for modern, ready-to-wear African-inspired fashion that reflected her heritage. When she couldn’t find it, she decided to create it. Working from her small studio apartment, Addie…
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Collateral Damage: How Small Businesses Could Lose Big in the DOJ’s Fight Against Google
3C Responds After DOJ Rests its Case in Google Search Remedies Hearing
3C Criticizes DOJ’s Radical Proposals Ahead of Google Search Case Remedies Hearing
