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The tag 'cade investigation' covers Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) antitrust probe into Microsoft. The investigation stems from a July 2025 complaint by Opera, which alleges that Microsoft's pre-installation and promotion of Edge on Windows systems are anti-competitive, limiting browser choice. This tag includes discussion of the complaint's background, potential impacts on competition, and regulatory scrutiny in Brazil. Content focuses on the specific CADE investigation, Microsoft's Edge practices, and broader implications for browser market competition.
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    CADE Investigates Microsoft Over Anti-Competitive Edge Practices in Brazil

    Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) has initiated an investigation into Microsoft following a formal complaint from Norwegian browser developer Opera. Opera alleges that Microsoft's practices surrounding its Edge browser on Windows operating systems constitute...
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