Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Offers Tips for Safe Shopping During Black Friday
Nov 27, 2025
The Polish competition authority warns consumers about potential pitfalls during Black Friday shopping, urging them to make informed decisions.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Dismisses Qwant's Complaint Against Microsoft
Nov 26, 2025
The French competition authority has rejected Qwant's complaint against Microsoft, citing insufficient evidence of dominance and economic dependence.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission Evaluates Apple's Core Services Under DMA
Nov 26, 2025
The European Commission has received notifications from Apple regarding its core platform services, Apple Ads and Apple Maps, under the Digital Markets Act, initiating a review process.
German Bundeskartellamt
2025 Monitoring Report: German Energy Markets Show Stability Amid Changes
Nov 26, 2025
The German competition authority and the Federal Network Agency have released their joint 2025 Monitoring Report, highlighting the stability and competitive developments in the electricity and gas markets.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Orders T-Mobile to Revise Subscription Practices
Nov 26, 2025
The Polish competition authority has mandated T-Mobile to implement changes to its subscription service to enhance consumer control and transparency, following complaints about unauthorized charges.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Competition Authority Takes Action Against Elering AS for Unjustified Restrictions
Nov 25, 2025
The Estonian Competition Authority has issued a precept to Elering AS for unjustifiably restricting risk hedging instruments in the electricity market, violating EU regulations.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Investigates AURA Alliance's Supplier Agreements
Nov 25, 2025
The French competition authority has opened an investigation into the AURA alliance, consisting of Intermarché, Auchan, and Casino, regarding the exclusion of several suppliers from their purchasing agreements.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Bureau Warns Against Fake Black Friday Discounts
Nov 25, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada cautions businesses against misleading advertising practices during Black Friday, emphasizing the legality of genuine discount claims.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Apple for Antitrust Violations
Nov 25, 2025
The Polish competition authority has launched an antitrust investigation against Apple, questioning whether its App Tracking Transparency policy unfairly restricts competition.
Danish competition authority
Danish Court Rules on Price Coordination in Energy Sector
Nov 24, 2025
The Maritime and Commercial High Court has found Effekthandel and five CHP plants guilty of unlawfully coordinating bids and prices in the energy sector, leading to increased electricity reserve prices.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Leads New ICPEN Project on AI in Consumer Protection
Nov 24, 2025
The Polish competition authority, UOKiK, has initiated a year-long project under ICPEN to responsibly implement AI in consumer protection, addressing both opportunities and risks.
Dutch ACM
ACM Granted Authority to Enforce European Data Act
Nov 24, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is now authorized to enforce the European Data Act, enhancing data-sharing and cloud service interoperability.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Requires Rethmann Group to Notify Future Mergers
Nov 24, 2025
The German competition authority has mandated the Rethmann Group to notify future mergers in specific sectors for three years, aiming to ensure effective competition.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Orders Pekao S.A. to Compensate Customers for Delayed Complaints
Nov 24, 2025
The Polish competition authority has mandated Pekao S.A. to provide substantial compensation to customers due to excessive delays in handling complaints.
US Department of Justice
DOJ Settles Antitrust Claims Against RealPage Over Price Coordination
Nov 23, 2025
The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed a settlement requiring RealPage to stop sharing sensitive pricing information among competitors, aiming to enhance competition in rental housing markets.
