Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Dutch ACM
ACM Highlights Upcoming Changes in Energy Market Regulations for 2027
Oct 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for energy suppliers to inform customers about significant regulatory changes coming in 2027, including the end of net-metering and new CO2 emission costs.
Polish UOKiK
Inspection of Electric Scooters Reveals Labeling Issues
Oct 17, 2025
The Polish competition authority has conducted an inspection of ten electric scooter models, finding that half had labeling errors that could lead to misuse and accidents.
Spanish competition authority
Mobile Services Rated Highest by Spaniards in Latest Consumer Survey
Oct 16, 2025
According to the latest CNMC Household Panel, mobile internet and phone services are the most highly rated by Spaniards, with significant dissatisfaction primarily driven by pricing issues in other sectors.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Finalizes Divestiture Order for Synopsys and Ansys Merger
Oct 16, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has approved a final order requiring Synopsys and Ansys to divest certain assets to address antitrust concerns related to their $35 billion merger.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC and Nevada State Take Action Against Tax Debt Relief Scammers
Oct 16, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the State of Nevada have filed a lawsuit to stop American Tax Service and its operators from scamming consumers by impersonating government agencies and making false claims about tax debt relief.
Competition Bureau Canada
Investigation Launched into Mérieux NutriSciences' Acquisition of Food Testing Business
Oct 16, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada has secured court orders to further investigate Mérieux NutriSciences' acquisition of Bureau Veritas' food testing business, assessing potential impacts on competition in the market.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authorities Call for Better Pricing Policies for Prescription Drugs
Oct 16, 2025
The Dutch competition authority and health organizations urge for stricter drug pricing policies to ensure affordability and accessibility in healthcare.
Dutch ACM
KPN Compensates Customers After ACM Intervention
Oct 16, 2025
KPN has compensated 13,000 customers for missed discounts following intervention by the Dutch competition authority, ACM.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Proposes Changes to Merger Remedies Guidance
Oct 15, 2025
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a consultation on revised guidance for merger remedies, aiming to enhance clarity and effectiveness in the merger control process.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Authority Releases Guide for Ethical Influencers
Oct 15, 2025
The Hungarian National Media and Infocommunications Authority has published a legal guide for influencers, highlighting the responsibilities and challenges they face in marketing.
Greek competition authority
Interim Report Published on Greek Maritime Sector Investigation
Oct 15, 2025
The Greek competition authority has released an interim report on its maritime sector investigation, highlighting market inefficiencies and proposing a dialogue for enhancing competition.
Croatian competition authority
Economic Committee Leaders Visit Croatian Competition Authority
Oct 15, 2025
The President and Vice President of the Croatian Economic Committee visited the Croatian Competition Authority to discuss its operations and challenges.
Hungarian competition authority
Balancing Sustainability and Consumer Protection in Hungary
Oct 15, 2025
Rigó Csaba Balázs, president of the Hungarian competition authority, emphasizes the need for balance between sustainability, economic growth, digitalization, and consumer protection at the IV. National Regulatory Conference.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Authority Critiques Local Sales Residency Requirement
Oct 15, 2025
The Croatian competition authority has deemed the residency requirement for mobile vendors in Udbina incompatible with competition principles.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Proposes Major Reforms for Veterinary Services to Enhance Consumer Protection
Oct 15, 2025
The UK competition authority has proposed 21 measures aimed at transforming the veterinary services market to improve consumer experience and protect pet owners.
