Consider the eBook publishing case between Amazon and Apple, as well as the spat between Amazon and Hachette. Research the current state of these disputes and any court rulings. Is Amazon a monopoly? Does Amazon have too much power, and do you think it should be regulated? Is Amazon’s pricing “predatory” in a way that unfairly disadvantages would-be competitors? Should Amazon be allowed to continue wholesale pricing without limitations? Do you think publishers were wrong to work with Apple? What is the current status of this case? (Note: similar cases in the United States and Europe may be at differing stages or have differing outcomes.) Are Amazon’s actions with respect to Hachette fair?

Do you believe they help or hurt consumers? How might this impact Amazon’s brand? The firm’s relationship with authors? Come to class prepared to discuss your opinions and findings.