Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Portuguese competition authority
AdC Warns of Competition Risks in AI Chip Market
Feb 19, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has released a paper highlighting competition risks in the AI chip value chain, emphasizing structural concentration and vertical integration issues.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Launches Public Consultation on Public Aid Guidelines
Feb 19, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has initiated a public consultation to improve the design and evaluation of public aid, aiming to minimize negative impacts on competition.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Competition Authority Reports Increased Market Power of Major Electricity Producers
Feb 19, 2026
The German competition authority has released its sixth report on the competitive conditions in electricity generation, highlighting a significant increase in market power among leading producers.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Outlines Compliance and Enforcement Priorities for 2026-27
Feb 18, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced its compliance and enforcement priorities for 2026-27, focusing on competition, consumer trust, and addressing emerging market issues.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Sets Priorities for Addressing Manipulative Practices and Competition Issues in 2026-27
Feb 18, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has outlined its enforcement priorities for the upcoming year, focusing on manipulative practices in digital markets and competition in essential services.
Spanish competition authority
Record Growth in Mobile Lines in Spain
Feb 18, 2026
The Spanish competition authority reports that mobile lines in Spain surpassed 63 million for the first time in December 2025, marking significant growth in the telecommunications sector.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Court Upholds Competition Authority's Ruling Against Hunting Association
Feb 17, 2026
The Croatian Administrative Court has rejected the lawsuit of the Croatian Hunting Association, confirming the competition authority's decision on abuse of dominant position through predatory pricing.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Investigates Online Video Content Creation Sector
Feb 17, 2026
The French competition authority is examining the competitive dynamics of the online video content creation sector, focusing on the relationships between creators, platforms, and commercial partners.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Competition Authority's Participation in ECN Activities in 2025
Feb 17, 2026
The Croatian competition authority actively participated in the European Competition Network (ECN) throughout 2025, engaging in numerous meetings and addressing various notifications.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Announces Regulatory Circulars Schedule for 2026
Feb 17, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has published a schedule for regulatory circulars in the energy sector, set to begin processing in 2026.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Intensifies Crackdown on Cartels
Feb 17, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority, GVH, reported ongoing investigations into 18 cartels affecting 1,800 tenders, emphasizing the importance of public procurement in uncovering anti-competitive agreements.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Conducts Unannounced Inspection in Passenger Transport Sector
Feb 17, 2026
The French competition authority has conducted an unannounced inspection at a company in the private passenger transport sector amid suspicions of anticompetitive practices.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Bureau Canada Emphasizes Transparency in Promotional Contests
Feb 17, 2026
The Competition Bureau of Canada warns businesses to provide honest and clear information in promotional contests to protect consumers from deceptive practices.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Takes Action Against Factor Energía for Deceptive Practices
Feb 16, 2026
The Spanish competition authority has imposed measures on Factor Energía to prevent fraudulent electricity and gas contracting practices affecting consumers.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Proposes Comprehensive Reform for SMEs to Boost Activity
Feb 16, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has proposed a comprehensive reform of regulations affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their activity and participation in public procurement.
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