In this episode, Ann O’Brien, a partner at Sheppard Mullin and head of the firm’s Criminal Antitrust and Cartels Team, joins us to discuss recent trends in international antitrust enforcement, including emerging cartel issues related to government procurement, artificial intelligence, and ESG.

What We Discussed in This Episode:

• What is a cartel from the antitrust perspective?
• How does the DOJ investigate cartels and what is the life cycle of a cartel investigation?
• What cartel issues are emerging from government procurement programs, such as those related to the CHIPS Act and other government programs?
• How can government contractors keep track of the fine line between cooperation and collusion?
• What cartel issues are arising around artificial intelligence?
• What cartel issues are emerging from the emphasis on environment, sustainability, and governance?
• What are some significant developments in the areas of no-poach and non-compete agreements?
• In the context of the volatile U.S. presidential election, where might antitrust enforcement be headed in the next four years?