Dave Kappos Speaks at Competition Policy International’s LeadershIP Fireside Chat
October 25, 2021
On October 21, 2021, Cravath partner David J. Kappos spoke at “LeadershIP Fireside Chat,” a program held virtually by Competition Policy International. Entitled “Promoting Competition: The IP & Antitrust Crossroads,” Dave’s session discussed the executive order signed on July 9, 2021 regarding initiatives to address competition concerns in a number of industries, the issues and criticalities raised by this order and the implications that this might have on intellectual property and US companies.
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