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'Value' of Sony PlayStation ecosystem needs testing in trial of UK antitrust claim, expert tells judge

By Simon Zekaria ( June 14, 2024, 14:52 GMT | Insight) -- Sony should see its PlayStation video games operation examined for its "value" to consumers as part of a mass UK damages claim targeting the company over allegedly exploitative conduct, an economic expert told a UK judge today. The claim alleges that Sony has exploited its UK customers by charging them too much for PlayStation digital games and in-game content via its control over the PlayStation "ecosystem." Today saw a case management hearing on the route to trial.Sony should see its PlayStation video games operation examined for its "value" to consumers as part of a mass UK damages claim targeting the company over allegedly exploitative conduct, an economic expert told a UK judge today....

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