United States v. Apple Inc.

United States v. Apple Inc. was a legal case where the U.S. government accused Apple and several book publishers of conspiring to fix e-book prices. In 2010, Apple launched its iBookstore, which allegedly resulted in higher prices for e-books compared to Amazon. The government argued that Apple colluded with publishers to raise prices, violating antitrust laws that promote competition. In 2013, a federal court found Apple liable for antitrust violations, leading to a significant settlement. The case highlighted issues of market competition and the influence of major corporations on pricing practices.