
Federal Suit Alleges McDonald’s AI Pricing Tool Violates Antitrust Laws
A federal lawsuit filed in Chicago alleges that McDonald’s use of an AI-enhanced pricing tool violates antitrust laws by coordinating prices across independent franchises. The company denies the claims, stating that the tool provides optional recommendations and that franchisees retain final authority over menu pricing. The suit seeks class-action certification and damages, highlighting concerns over algorithmic price-fixing in the fast-food industry.













