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China fines Trip.com $765M for monopolistic practices

China's State Administration for Market Regulation has fined Trip.com Group approximately $765 million for monopolistic practices. The online travel giant, which operates Ctrip and Skyscanner, was found to have abused its dominant market position since 2020 by restricting competition through exclusive partnerships with hotels and dictating pricing. Trip.com has accepted the penalties, which include confiscated illegal gains and a requirement to refund withheld funds to hotel operators. AI

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China fines Trip.com $765M for monopolistic practices

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · The Associated Press ·

    Trip.com struck with $765 million penalty from China over monopoly allegations

    China alleges Trip.com prohibited hotels from collaborating with competing platforms and entered exclusive partnerships.