Panini files new allegations against Fanatics in antitrust case

On August 14, 2026, Panini filed new allegations in its ongoing antitrust litigation against Fanatics. According to the filing, Panini claims that Fanatics illicitly obtained confidential information, including license details, which were allegedly used to secure exclusive trading card rights for the NBA, the NBPA, the NFLPA, and the NFL. This follows Fanatics' attempt to seal the allegations, a motion denied by a magistrate judge who lifted the secrecy restriction earlier this week. Panini seeks to amend its complaint to include these new accusations.

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