By Lewis Crofts ( September 22, 2026, 13:07 GMT | Comment) -- Antitrust law is under pressure in the new world order and four former EU commissioners came to its defense on Tuesday, bewailing the breakdown of relations with the US and stressing the need for a strong hand against tech companies. Mario Monti, Neelie Kroes, Joaquin Almunia and Margrethe Vestager also voiced regrets over the handling of Google, telecoms and pharmaceuticals sectors, and the banking crisis, calling out short-term political thinking that stifles reforms.In times of need, the Marvel Universe cinema franchise marshals heroes such as Captain America, Iron Man and Thor with the battle cry “Avengers assemble!” They then form a fighting unit to take on threats to humanity....
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