In a move that's set to shake up the tech industry and beyond, Lina Khan has been tapped to lead the New York City Economic Development Corporation. As a fierce advocate for antitrust reform, Khan has made a name for herself by taking on Big Tech giants, including Amazon, Facebook, and Google, during her tenure as head of the Federal Trade Commission. Her appointment to this key role in New York City suggests that Khan will continue to push for greater accountability and regulation in the tech sector, potentially impacting major players in the city's thriving tech ecosystem. With Khan at the helm, New York City may become a hub for more stringent antitrust enforcement, with far-reaching implications for the global tech industry.
Lina Khan, an antitrust crusader who targeted Big Tech companies during her run as head of the Federal Trade Commissioner, has been named chair of the New York City Economic Development Corporation.
