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by scyzoryk_xyz 1367 days ago
The second sentence is why antitrust law exists. The tools and mechanisms are still right there in front of us. We just haven't used them properly very much since the 80's.

The first sentence, I agree with the general sentiment, but it's just not realistic. It would have to apply to everything; from small business owners all the way up to corporations. Buying and selling companies is why free-market capitalism has continued to deliver results. Nothing needs to be changed about that.

The problem we have is a government antitrust regulation problem. We would not be here if antitrust law were implemented diligently these past few decades. Adobe would be incentivized to compete fair and square.

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I agree with your assessment. It was a thought experiment on my part. A more practical suggestion is lowering the bar for blocking M&A's