Join us for an engaging two-part webinar series, where we will explore the evolving landscape at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and antitrust law.
Part 1: Algorithmic Pricing Litigation and Enforcement Update | Wednesday, September 24
In the first session, we will provide a comprehensive update on litigation and enforcement related to algorithmic pricing. Participants will gain insights into recent developments, including the implications of the Ninth Circuit's latest decision, which clarifies the antitrust risks associated with pricing algorithms. This discussion will cover key legal frameworks, status of ongoing cases, and the evolving regulatory landscape in the U.S. and EU, equipping attendees with the knowledge to navigate potential risks when using or developing algorithmic pricing tools.
Speakers: Jeff VanHooreweghe, Jindrich Kloub, Brian Smith
Part 2: Global Transactions Involving AI Assets | Wednesday, October 8
The second session will focus on global transactions involving AI assets, emphasizing lessons learned from recent deals and practical considerations for businesses. We will explore the antitrust implications of acquiring or selling AI capabilities and inputs, the importance of due diligence, and strategies for ensuring compliance with competition laws across jurisdictions.
Speakers: Maureen Ohlhausen, Taylor Owings, Deirdre Carroll
Hannah Hebertson
HHebertson@wsgr.com
Jeff represents clients in antitrust matters, including criminal grand jury investigations, civil investigations, private litigation, merger clearance, and compliance counseling.
Head of Wilson Sonsini’s European antitrust team, Jindrich Kloub represents clients in high-stakes antitrust investigations, cartel defense, and digital markets regulation matters, providing strategic counsel on navigating enforcement processes across jurisdictions in Europe and Hong Kong. He defends companies facing regulatory scrutiny and helps clients secure remedies in complex antitrust disputes. His expertise covers abuse of dominance, cartels, distribution and licensing agreements, competitor collaborations, and sustainability initiatives, including compliance with EU sustainability regulations.
Brian J. Smith is a partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he is a member of the regulatory and compliance department and focuses on defense-side antitrust litigation, including complex class actions and high-stakes opt-out litigation.
Maureen Ohlhausen is the co-chair of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati’s antitrust and competition practice. A partner in the Washington, D.C., office, she advises industry-leading clients on complex antitrust and litigation matters, with a focus on high-profile cases. Sought after for her depth of experience on antitrust and Federal Trade Commission (FTC)-related issues, Maureen is known for her relationships with officials in the U.S. and abroad.
Taylor M. Owings is a partner in the New York office of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where she represents clients in civil merger and non-merger matters both before federal and state government agencies and in private litigation. She also counsels clients on the application of antitrust law to their business operations, with an emphasis on issues arising in technology-focused industries.
Deirdre Carroll is a partner in the Brussels and London offices of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where her practice focuses on global mergers, agency investigations, and compliance counselling. She also works closely with Wilson Sonsini’s data protection and privacy team to provide clients with integrated, strategic advice on data-related antitrust counselling and digital platform regulation, including the EU’s Digital Markets Act.