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Sony fighting $2.7 billion UK lawsuit over PlayStation Store prices

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A £2 billion (~$2.7 billion) consumer lawsuit in London alleges Sony used a 'monopoly position' to inflate PlayStation digital game prices and has proceeded to trial. A plaintiff victory could expose Sony to material damages and reputational/regulatory risk, creating downside pressure on the stock and setting a UK antitrust precedent for digital marketplaces.

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A £2 billion (~$2.7 billion) consumer lawsuit in London alleges Sony used a 'monopoly position' to inflate PlayStation digital game prices and has proceeded to trial. A plaintiff victory could expose Sony to material damages and reputational/regulatory risk, creating downside pressure on the stock and setting a UK antitrust precedent for digital marketplaces.

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