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0 pointsJimDabell8mo ago0 comments

Microsoft had >90% of the desktop computer market share back then. Apple has <30% of the smartphone market share now.

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surgical_fire8mo ago

While I am not a specialist on the matter, I don't think Antitrust regulations have anything to do with market share.

It's whether you are engaging in anticompetitive behavior or not.

Nevermark8mo ago

Market share is a commmon practical enabler of anti-competitive behavior. It’s leverage.

surgical_fire8mo ago

Well, wenare talking about what is essentially a duopoly in the smartphone market. Apple has enough market presence for their anticompetitive behavior to trigger antitrust laws, especially considering that smartphones are inevitable in current times.

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surgical_fire8mo ago

While I am not a specialist on the matter, I don't think Antitrust regulations have anything to do with market share.

It's whether you are engaging in anticompetitive behavior or not.

Nevermark8mo ago

Market share is a commmon practical enabler of anti-competitive behavior. It’s leverage.

surgical_fire8mo ago

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