Netflix, Cogent Urge U.S. to Restrain AT&T in DirecTV Deal
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Netflix Inc. urged the U.S. to reject AT&T Inc.’s proposed purchase of DirecTV unless the government restricts the combined company’s ability to collect fees for accepting Internet traffic.
Data carrier Cogent Communications Holdings Inc. also called for merger conditions to ensure Web services aren’t harmed, according to a regulatory filing.