Antitrust News Feed

Nov 5, 2025

A recent sweep by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reveals that 90% of furniture suppliers are failing to comply with mandatory safety information rules regarding toppling furniture.

Nov 5, 2025

The 18th Svatomartin Conference held by the Czech Competition Authority focused on current trends in competition law and significant market power, addressing both European and national issues.

Nov 5, 2025

The CNMC has approved the distribution of the net cost for the universal telecommunications service for 2022, amounting to €5.38 million, primarily funded by major telecom operators.

Nov 5, 2025

The European Commission has launched an antitrust investigation into Deutsche Börse and Nasdaq for possible collusion in the financial derivatives market within the EEA.

Nov 4, 2025

The Czech competition authority has initiated a sector inquiry into the competition dynamics of mobile telecommunications services provided to households in the Czech Republic, focusing on pricing and market share issues.

Nov 4, 2025

The chairman of the Czech competition authority, Petr Mlsna, delivered an opening speech at the 2025 Svatomartinská Conference, addressing current competition law issues and the challenges posed by the digital economy.

Nov 4, 2025

The Estonian Competition Authority has initiated an investigation into the trading practices of several retail chains regarding their dealings with food suppliers, following reports of unfair practices.

Nov 4, 2025

The Spanish competition authority reports a significant increase in fiber optic lines, reaching 17.5 million in August 2025, driven by major players in the telecommunications market.

Nov 3, 2025

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has imposed a €1 million fine on Enet Energy for attempting to manipulate the natural gas market between April 24 and May 18, 2023.

Nov 3, 2025

Nuno Cunha Rodrigues, President of the Portuguese competition authority, emphasized the importance of international cooperation in competition law during a conference celebrating the Hellenic Competition Commission's 30th anniversary.

Nov 3, 2025

In October, the Czech competition authority intensified its activities, signing significant memoranda and imposing fines for anti-competitive practices.

Nov 3, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has referred the merger between Getty Images and Shutterstock for an in-depth Phase 2 investigation due to concerns over potential negative impacts on pricing and quality of digital content.

Nov 3, 2025

The Polish competition authority has raised serious allegations against Polkomtel for violating consumer rights by imposing unauthorized fees and failing to provide adequate information about service conditions.

Nov 2, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized the Battery Stewardship Council to continue its B-cycle Battery Stewardship Scheme for five more years, promoting better battery disposal and recycling.

Nov 2, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is proposing to grant an exemption to CHSB Bulk Terminal from certain regulations under the Bulk Wheat Port Code, citing competitive pressures from other operators.