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McDonald's hires White & Case over AI price-fixing claims
Original: McDonald’s taps law firm White & Case in cases alleging AI-powered price-fixing
McDonald's has brought in law firm White & Case to defend it against legal claims accusing the fast-food chain of AI-powered price-fixing. The cases reportedly allege that algorithmic pricing tools were used in a way that raised competition concerns. Details about the plaintiffs and potential damages have not been disclosed.
Why now: The cases are part of growing scrutiny of algorithmic pricing in fast food, drawing fresh legal and public attention.
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