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Dutch Authority Penalizes Dropshipper for Misleading Delivery Information
May 8, 2025
The Dutch competition authority has fined a dropshipping company for failing to provide clear information about product deliveries and returns, impacting consumer trust.
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Dutch Authority Launches DSA Compliance Tool for Businesses
May 7, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has introduced the DSA check, an online tool designed to help businesses determine their compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). This initiative aims to create a safer online environment for both consumers and businesses.
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Dutch Authority Calls for Action to Ensure Affordable Hydrogen Transport Tariffs
May 1, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for additional measures to maintain affordable tariffs for hydrogen transport, as rising costs and lagging volumes threaten market development.
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European Commission to Investigate Universal Music Group's Acquisition of Downtown
Apr 25, 2025
The European Commission has agreed to evaluate the acquisition of Downtown by Universal Music Group following concerns raised by the Dutch competition authority regarding potential negative impacts on the music market.
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ACM Proposes Group Transport Agreements to Alleviate Energy Grid Congestion
Apr 24, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has released a draft decision to introduce group transport agreements for large-scale energy users, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce grid congestion. Stakeholders have six weeks to respond before a final decision is made.
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Dutch Authority Urges Food Companies to Verify Sustainability Claims
Apr 24, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is urging food sector companies to review and clarify their sustainability claims to ensure consumer trust and compliance with regulations.
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Dutch Authority to Prioritize Social Projects for Grid Access
Apr 22, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is set to issue a new decision allowing prioritization of projects that serve major social objectives, such as schools and hospitals, for grid connections.
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Dutch Authority Investigates Telecom Cancellation Barriers
Apr 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is launching an investigation into telecom operators to determine if they are creating barriers that make it difficult for consumers to cancel their subscriptions.
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Dutch Authority Highlights Consumer Confusion in Energy Contract Choices
Apr 14, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, warns that consumers face challenges in selecting energy contracts due to unclear resellers and early-termination fees. The authority is investigating these issues further.
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Rising Energy Costs: How Households Can Save by Switching Contracts
Apr 9, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, warns of increasing energy bills but encourages households to save money by choosing better contracts. Starting this month, ACM will provide monthly updates on energy contract prices.
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ICS to Refund Excess Fees After ACM Intervention
Apr 8, 2025
International Card Services will refund excessive interchange fees for its ICS Go Card after discussions with the Dutch competition authority, ACM, revealed misclassification of the card type.
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Fiber-Optic Expansion in the Netherlands: Progress and Disparities
Apr 3, 2025
The Dutch competition authority reports significant growth in fiber-optic connections, reaching 8.26 million, but highlights uneven roll-out across the country, particularly in rural and some urban areas.
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Dutch Authority Highlights Energy-Sharing Benefits for Communities
Apr 3, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced that energy-sharing can significantly benefit energy communities and apartment buildings generating sustainable energy through shared resources.
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Dutch Authority Approves FincoEnergies' Acquisition with Conditions
Apr 3, 2025
The Dutch competition authority has conditionally approved FincoEnergies' acquisition of Oliehandel Klaas de Boer, requiring the sale of certain assets to maintain market competition.
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Dutch Authority to Enhance Telemarketing Compliance Enforcement
Mar 28, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is ramping up its enforcement of telemarketing rules due to a surge in consumer complaints, with audits set to begin on July 1.
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