Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Dutch ACM
Dutch Energy Prices Rise: Fixed Contracts More Expensive
Feb 13, 2025
The Dutch competition authority reports that fixed energy contracts have increased by up to 3% this month, while variable contracts remain stable. This change is attributed to rising wholesale natural gas prices and market dynamics.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
UK Government Aims for Accelerated Economic Growth and Investment
Feb 13, 2025
The UK government is committed to enhancing economic growth and attracting investment, highlighted by a recent £63 billion secured at the International Investment Summit.
Hungarian competition authority
Lidl Fined for Misleading Whole Grain Claims in Hungary
Feb 12, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of 186 million HUF on Lidl for misleading advertising regarding its 'whole grain' products, which contained only a third of whole grain flour.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Raises Concerns Over Apple's App Tracking Transparency Framework
Feb 12, 2025
The German competition authority has expressed preliminary concerns regarding Apple's App Tracking Transparency Framework, suggesting it may unfairly disadvantage third-party app providers compared to Apple itself.
Australian competition authority
Australia Introduces Groundbreaking Laws to Combat Scams
Feb 12, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced the passage of the Scams Prevention Framework Bill, marking a significant step in protecting consumers from scams.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Targets Energy Grid Challenges in 2025
Feb 12, 2025
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) outlines its 2025 priorities, focusing on grid congestion, consumer protection, and equitable cost distribution for energy grid upgrades.
Polish UOKiK
Poland's EU Presidency: Enhancing Competition and Consumer Protection
Feb 12, 2025
Poland's presidency in the EU Council opens new avenues for competition and consumer protection discussions, focusing on adapting to technological changes and global market challenges.
Latvian competition authority
Latvia Signs Memorandum for Effective Implementation of Digital Services Act
Feb 11, 2025
On January 28, 2024, Latvia's Consumer Rights Protection Centre and other authorities signed a memorandum aimed at the effective implementation of the Digital Services Act in the country.
Croatian competition authority
Eagle Hills' Acquisition of Sunčani Hvar Approved with Conditions
Feb 11, 2025
The Croatian Competition Agency has conditionally approved Eagle Hills' acquisition of Sunčani Hvar and Sunčani Hvar Nekretnine, requiring specific commitments to mitigate potential anticompetitive effects.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Seeks Approval for Collective Bargaining by Airlines
Feb 11, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is considering authorizing collective bargaining for international airlines to acquire essential aviation services, with a decision expected after public submissions.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves New Suspension Rules for Bulk Electronic Clearing System
Feb 11, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized new suspension and termination provisions for the Bulk Electronic Clearing System, replacing previous authorizations.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Competition Authority Approves Vy and Flytoget Merger
Feb 11, 2025
The Norwegian competition authority has concluded that the merger between Vy and Flytoget will not significantly hinder effective competition, allowing the companies to proceed with their consolidation.
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg Authority Discusses Youth ICT Use Report on Safer Internet Day
Feb 11, 2025
On February 11, the Luxembourg competition authority participated in the presentation of the BEE SECURE Radar 2025 report, highlighting trends and risks associated with youth ICT usage in Luxembourg.
New Zealand competition authority
New Zealand's Energy Task Force Proposes Consumer Empowerment in Electricity Market
Feb 11, 2025
The Energy Competition Task Force in New Zealand has proposed new regulatory changes aimed at empowering electricity consumers and enhancing competition in the energy market.
Slovak competition authority
Slovak Authority Fines United Classifieds Over Dominance Abuse
Feb 11, 2025
The Antimonopoly Office of the Slovak Republic has fined United Classifieds s.r.o. over EUR 675,000 for abusing its dominant position in the online real estate advertising market.
