Dutch ACM Updates

May 1, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has closed its investigation into a major software company, finding insufficient evidence of abuse of dominance that harmed buyers.

Apr 30, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is set to gradually introduce a feed-in tariff aimed at encouraging large electricity producers to utilize the grid more efficiently, ultimately reducing costs for consumers.

Apr 30, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has published its final report on the veterinary services market, aiming to protect pet owners from rising costs and overtreatment.

Apr 28, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has confirmed that system operators can continue using standard contracts for congestion management in wind and solar parks, facilitating more efficient grid capacity utilization.

Apr 21, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, acknowledges improvements in system operators' investment plans but highlights the need for further enhancements and clearer choices regarding the future energy system.

Apr 14, 2026

The Dutch competition authority and data protection authority are inviting stakeholders to share their opinions on the responsible use of chatbots in customer service, aiming to create guidelines for their effective implementation.

Apr 10, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has released a roadmap detailing its preparations for the upcoming Dutch Collective Heat Act, set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Apr 8, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reports significant increases in natural gas prices, with households facing nearly 400 euros more annually due to recent market fluctuations.

Apr 2, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is set to investigate the market for digital learning materials in secondary education, inviting stakeholders to share their experiences and insights.

Apr 1, 2026

Dutch regulators, police, and prosecution services express strong support for a European ban on AI nudify apps and websites, aiming to combat the misuse of such tools for blackmail and exploitation.

Mar 31, 2026

The Dutch competition authority reports a record 829 million gigabytes of mobile data consumed in Q4 2025, with Odido surpassing KPN and VodafoneZiggo in customer consumption.

Mar 26, 2026

The European Commission is expanding its investigation into Snapchat's compliance with the Digital Services Act, incorporating findings from the Dutch competition authority's inquiry into vape sales to minors.

Mar 24, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reveals that 61% of major online stores are not accessible to customers with disabilities, risking enforcement actions for non-compliance.

Mar 23, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced that further investigation is required into HAL Investments' planned acquisition of VolkerWessels due to potential risks to competition in the civil-engineering sector.

Mar 17, 2026

Dutch furniture retailer Seats and Sofas will refund consumers over warranty issues and adjust its warranty policy after an investigation by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).