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The U.S. is investing billions to diminish China's monopoly on critical minerals, with significant implications for Norway's rare earth resource, the Fensfield.

A U.S. congressional commission accused the state of São Paulo of maintaining a coffee monopoly, impacting annual coffee costs in the U.S.

Croatian MP Dario Zurovec criticized Viktor Ivančić's harsh characterization in a media piece, defending his political stance while attacking the left's monopoly on defining virtue and morality in politics.

The Lithuanian Supreme Administrative Court determined that the Ministry of Agriculture unjustly prohibited a private laboratory from conducting milk tests, resulting in the dissolution of its monopoly on the testing market.

A new proposal in Poland aims to expand the reporting requirements for consumer credit information, potentially strengthening a monopoly within the financial information exchange system.

Concerns are mounting over monopolistic control in Nigeria's petrol market as Dangote Petroleum Refinery becomes the dominant supplier, leading to calls for urgent price regulation from stakeholders and experts.

A lawsuit has been filed against Sony in the UK, accusing the company of monopolistic practices by forcing PS5 owners to purchase games exclusively through the PlayStation Store, resulting in inflated prices.

Live Nation has reached a settlement with the US government in an antitrust case that accused the entertainment giant of monopolizing the live concert market.

Live Nation has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to end an antitrust trial concerning its monopoly in the live music industry, following allegations of unfair competition and price gouging.

U.S. Justice Department reaches a tentative settlement with Live Nation over allegations of monopolistic practices, aimed at lowering ticket prices for consumers.

Florence is set to host the 'Voices Festival', a European journalism and media freedom festival funded by EU funds but criticized for featuring predominantly left-leaning guests.

The article discusses the Obrador administration's belief in a strong governmental role in managing services and resources, particularly focusing on the health supply chain.

Finland's gaming monopoly, Veikkaus, is set to face significant changes due to upcoming reforms in gambling laws that will disrupt its current business model.

The article discusses the monopolistic nature of electricity networks in Sweden, highlighting how three major companies profit significantly while infrastructure development lags behind.

The article discusses the parallels between historical and contemporary issues of monopolistic practices among wealthy figures in the United States, particularly highlighting the impact of anti-immigration legislation.

Sinokor Merchant Marine, a monopolist in the VLCC market, has significantly raised freight rates for transportation from the Middle East to China, causing concern among global shipping brokers.

The Hungarian company MOL has accused Janaf of abusing its monopolistic position by reporting it to the European Commission.

Live Nation, the owner of Ticketmaster, faces legal accusations of monopolistic practices and unfairly charging high prices and fees to fans.

Donald Trump's initial promise to be a peacemaker has been overshadowed by his decision to engage militarily with Iran, raising questions about his exit strategy and the unpredictability of war.

The Federal Police of Brazil has arrested two suspects during an operation targeting an illegal internet monopoly in Cabo Frio.

The U.S. Department of Justice contends that the concert ticket industry is monopolized by Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation, amid an ongoing trial.

Monopoly is set to debut on Netflix as a new unscripted television format, following the recent success of the Monopoly Go! mobile game.

The special prosecutor's team has appealed against the life sentence of former President Yoon Suk-yeol, arguing that the declaration of martial law was a long-planned maneuver rather than a spontaneous decision.

Adilson Oliveira Coutinho Filho, known as Adilsinho, is implicated in investigations as a key figure in Rio's illegal cigarette monopoly and has been arrested by federal authorities.

The author critiques the excessive availability of alcohol in Poland and the societal costs associated with it, arguing against the convenience stores' role in promoting alcohol consumption.

Norway's drinking habits reveal regional preferences, with places like Trøndelag known for red wine and Oslo for champagne, largely influenced by a national alcohol monopoly.

The Argentine government made efforts to break Banco Nación's monopoly on state salary payments, but only one ministry switched to a private bank for salary disbursement.

The emergency contract for Ricco Transportes e Turismo in Rio Branco has been extended for six months, continuing its monopoly on public transport in the city.

Babiš's investment group Hartenberg has made a controversial deal with a Serbian aircraft repair company, currently awaiting anti-monopoly approval.

The article discusses the exclusion of athlete Wladyslaw Heraskewytsch from the Olympics, highlighting issues with the IOC's rules, transparency, and the need for court clarification.

The European Union is intensifying efforts to break the monopolistic hold of Meta and Apple on artificial intelligence services amidst a broader confrontation over tech regulations.

India is hosting the fourth summit on artificial intelligence in New Delhi, aiming to shift the digital power dynamics globally and reduce the traditional monopoly held by the US, China, and Japan in shaping the regulations of this vital sector.

Ethiopia is moving to diversify its maritime access, signing an agreement with Somaliland that signals a decline in Djibouti's longstanding monopoly as Ethiopia's primary maritime gateway.

Jeff Bezos has launched Amazon's satellite initiative, disrupting Elon Musk's dominance in the satellite internet market.

The article discusses efforts to address the monopoly on alcohol sales in Iceland.

Amazon has entered the satellite market with its Leo constellation, challenging Elon Musk's dominance in Earth's orbit and raising concerns about space congestion.

Mark Wright collaborates with Monopoly GO! to promote a new series that emphasizes young Brits' preference for pets over partners during Valentine's Day.

Lottery sellers in Spain are calling for urgent regulation of online lottery sales to combat what they see as a digital monopoly by the State Lottery and Gambling Society (Selae).

Naver is enhancing its delivery capabilities to challenge Coupang's monopoly in the ecommerce sector by introducing same-day delivery services through its partnership with Kurly.

The National Tax Service of South Korea has imposed tax claims on 53 monopoly liquor companies, amounting to ₩178.5 billion, for profit evasion linked to rebates and inflated logistics costs.

The Japan Innovation Party is expected to lose its grip on all 19 electoral districts in Osaka, marking a significant shift from its previous two consecutive victories in the House of Representatives elections.

Tomaso Duso leads the Monopolies Commission in Germany, advocating for competition and scrutinizing market power, particularly in the food sector.

A US company has proposed a new gas pipeline in Bosnia and Herzegovina, aiming to reduce Gazprom's monopoly in the region.

Germany's Federal Cartel Office has banned Amazon from using its pricing control mechanisms on its marketplace, with the online retailer planning to challenge the decision legally.

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival marks a quiet revolution where filmmaking is no longer dominated by Hollywood elites, but is increasingly accessible through mobile devices and AI platforms.

As discussions intensify around amending the distribution industry development law to allow early morning deliveries from large supermarkets, debates over retail regulations have reignited, pitting the interests of traditional markets against the growing dominance of online platforms like Coupang.

Today, India's Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate 'Bharat Taxi', the country's first cooperative taxi service, which aims to challenge the monopoly of private cab service providers by ensuring fair compensation for drivers and affordable rates for users without surge pricing.

Japan's big air snowboarding scene is thriving, with strong performances and high expectations as the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics approach.

The article discusses the ongoing debate about the preservation and significance of architectural heritage amidst urban development pressures.

A US disaster response firm proposed a plan to the White House that would ensure 300% profits from logistics operations in Gaza, granting them a monopoly for seven years.