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Amazon-MGM merger under scrutiny as FTC reportedly launches investigation – Source CNET Tech

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An FTC investigation of Amazon’s acquisition of MGM will reportedly run parallel to another FTC investigation that looks at competitive practices on the company’s e-commerce platform.


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Amazon’s effort to add MGM’s movie and TV studio to its business will undergo scrutiny from federal regulators. The Federal Trade Commission launched an investigation into the merger Friday, according to a report from The Information. The investigation would look for any illegal competitive advantage the merger could give to Amazon.

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