Antitrust News Feed

Nov 26, 2024

ToeslagenPortal, an intermediary service provider, will compensate individuals who used its services and has made changes to its practices after an intervention by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).

Nov 26, 2024

The President of the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has launched antitrust proceedings against Wodociągi Zachodniopomorskie for potentially abusing its dominant market position by demanding residents to cover the costs of repairing water supply connections beyond their properties.

Nov 26, 2024

The keynote speech at the BIICL Tech Antitrust Roundtable 2024 underscored the importance of competition in driving economic growth and stability in the UK, particularly in industries like clean tech, renewables, telecoms, and digital markets.

Nov 25, 2024

The Autorité de la concurrence hosted a biannual meeting of independent administrative and public authorities focused on enhancing economic regulation for the benefit of the French people.

Nov 25, 2024

The Estonian Competition Authority provides insights into the energy market in October 2024, including average electricity prices and future price forecasts.

Nov 25, 2024

The Swedish Competition Authority is seeking a SEK 1.1 million fine against IVO for unlawfully procuring a business system without proper competition or contract notice.

Nov 25, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has developed a comprehensive set of measures to tackle grid congestion, urging swift implementation by businesses and system operators.

Nov 24, 2024

The Bundeskartellamt has released its latest Market Power Report focusing on the electricity generation sector, highlighting the structural market power of leading suppliers like RWE and the impact of market developments on competition.

Nov 22, 2024

The CMA's provisional findings suggest concerns over Apple and Google's dominance in mobile ecosystems, particularly related to mobile browsers and cloud gaming.

Nov 22, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has approved the sale of Sporting Index by Spreadex to resolve competition issues in the UK licensed online sports spread betting market.

Nov 22, 2024

Viatris Inc. has been fined £1.5 million by the CMA for failing to comply with an order during a merger inquiry, impacting competition in the UK's hormone replacement therapy market.

Nov 22, 2024

Beware of excessive buying and debt accumulation during shopping holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Nov 21, 2024

The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) releases a downloadable guide with practical tips to help consumers navigate through Black Friday deals and avoid potential pitfalls.

Nov 21, 2024

The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) and the Supervisory Authority for Regulated Activities (SZTFH) are taking strict actions against illegal online gambling operators deceiving Hungarian consumers.

Nov 21, 2024

The CEO of the CMA highlights the importance of competition in unlocking opportunities, driving growth, and attracting investment in the UK economy.