Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
US Department of Justice
Keynote Address on U.S. Antitrust Enforcement and Whistleblower Program
Mar 2, 2026
Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Daniel Glad discusses the current state of criminal antitrust enforcement in the U.S., highlighting the importance of individual accountability and the new Antitrust Whistleblower Rewards Program.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Launches Inspections in Road Signage and Street Furniture Sectors
Mar 2, 2026
The Belgian Competition Authority is conducting inspections in the road signage and street furniture sectors due to suspicions of bid rigging and other anticompetitive practices.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Highlights Consumer Protection in 2025 Report
Mar 2, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority's 2025 report emphasizes targeted protection for children and families, alongside significant fines imposed on companies.
Greek competition authority
Collaboration Agreement Signed Between Public Procurement Authority and Competition Commission
Mar 2, 2026
A Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed between the Greek Public Procurement Authority and the Competition Commission to enhance collaboration in competition law and public procurement.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK's 2025 Report: Nearly 900 Decisions and Over 1 Billion PLN in Fines
Mar 2, 2026
In 2025, the Polish competition authority, UOKiK, issued 900 decisions and imposed fines totaling 1.15 billion PLN, focusing on price transparency and unfair practices.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Investigates Hotel Chains for Potential Information Sharing
Mar 2, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has initiated an investigation into Hilton, IHG Hotels, and Marriott for suspected sharing of sensitive competitive information through a data analytics tool.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority to Host Major International Cartel Law Conference
Mar 1, 2026
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) will host the annual International Competition Network (ICN) Cartel Working Group conference in Budapest from November 11 to 13, 2026.
Portuguese competition authority
AdC Unveils Recommendations for Railway Liberalisation in Portugal
Mar 1, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has launched a public consultation on its study addressing barriers to railway liberalisation, proposing 14 recommendations to enhance competition in the sector.
Dutch ACM
ACM Enforces Registration Compliance Among Energy Traders
Feb 27, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has successfully prompted dozens of energy traders to register for compliance with the Direct Electronic Access requirement, enhancing market integrity.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Launches Investigation into Google's Advertising Practices
Feb 26, 2026
The Belgian Competition Authority has initiated formal proceedings against Google over potential abuses in the online advertising sector, focusing on its intermediation services.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Issues Opinion on Private Passenger Transport Regulations
Feb 26, 2026
The Greek Competition Authority has released an opinion regarding private passenger transport services using private vehicles, addressing potential regulatory barriers to competition.
US Department of Justice
Justice Department and USPTO Emphasize Innovation Incentives in Patent Case
Feb 26, 2026
The Justice Department and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office have filed a statement of interest in a patent infringement case, highlighting the critical role of innovation incentives in maintaining competition.
Hungarian competition authority
Seminar on Competition Law Challenges in the Pharmaceutical Market Held in Budapest
Feb 26, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority and the OECD hosted a seminar addressing competition law issues in the pharmaceutical market, attended by experts from nearly 20 countries.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
UK Competition Authority's Vision for Modern Competition Policy
Feb 26, 2026
The UK competition authority reflects on the evolving role of competition policy in a volatile world, emphasizing the need for a pragmatic approach to drive economic growth and household prosperity.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Launches Clear Pricing Campaign with Alexander Armstrong
Feb 26, 2026
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated a Clear Pricing campaign, partnering with TV presenter Alexander Armstrong to promote transparent pricing practices among UK businesses.
