Lina Khan, a leading advocate for stricter antitrust regulations, has been appointed as the new chair of the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC). Khan, a fierce critic of Big Tech companies, previously made headlines as the chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), where she led efforts to scrutinize the business practices of tech giants like Amazon and Google. As chair of the NYCEDC, Khan is poised to bring her expertise on antitrust issues to the city's economic development strategy, potentially shaking up the way companies operate in the five boroughs. Her appointment is likely to have significant implications for the city's tech industry and may signal a more aggressive approach to regulating large corporations.
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.
