Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Spanish competition authority
Advancements in Audiovisual Accessibility in Spain Driven by New Legal Quotas and AI
Jan 15, 2026
The Spanish competition authority has reported significant improvements in audiovisual accessibility, driven by new legal quotas and the integration of artificial intelligence technologies.
Competition Bureau Canada
Data Portability Could Save Canadians Billions, Says Competition Bureau
Jan 15, 2026
A new report from the Competition Bureau of Canada reveals that implementing data portability could lead to significant savings for Canadians, particularly in the insurance sector.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Orders Aramark to Divest Entier Due to Competition Concerns
Jan 15, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has mandated Aramark to sell Entier after determining that their merger would significantly harm competition in the offshore catering market.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Reviews Merger Efficiency Assessment Approach
Jan 15, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a review of its methods for evaluating rivalry-enhancing efficiencies in mergers, aiming to bolster competition and consumer benefits.
Dutch ACM
ACM Investigates Heat Suppliers' Financial Returns
Jan 14, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is investigating four heat suppliers due to their financial returns exceeding the standard rate, aiming to protect consumers from unreasonably high tariffs.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Accuses Samsung of Misleading Product Reviews
Jan 14, 2026
The Polish competition authority has accused Samsung Electronics Polska of potentially misleading consumers regarding product reviews, which could result in a fine of up to 10% of the company's turnover.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Settles with GM Over Geolocation Data Misuse
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized an order against General Motors and OnStar for collecting and selling consumer geolocation data without proper consent.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates Jurisdictional Thresholds for Interlocking Directorates in 2026
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds for interlocking directorates under the Clayton Act, effective in 2026.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Conducts Inspections in Audit Sector
Jan 14, 2026
The French competition authority has conducted unannounced inspections in the audit and certification sector, targeting companies suspected of anticompetitive practices.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates HSR Thresholds and Fees for 2026
Jan 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fees for premerger notifications under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act for the year 2026.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Conducts Inspections in Audit Sector
Jan 13, 2026
The French competition authority has conducted unannounced inspections in the audit and certification sector, targeting companies suspected of anticompetitive practices.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates Jurisdictional Thresholds for Interlocking Directorates in 2026
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds for interlocking directorates under the Clayton Act, effective in 2026.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Updates Jurisdictional and Fee Thresholds for 2026 Premerger Notifications
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fees for premerger notifications, effective for transactions closing in 2026.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Settles with GM Over Geolocation Data Misuse
Jan 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized an order against General Motors and OnStar for collecting and selling consumer geolocation data without proper consent.
Lithuanian competition authority
Lithuanian Competition Council Declines Investigation into Lietuvos Paštas Pricing Practices
Jan 13, 2026
The Lithuanian Competition Council has opted not to investigate Lietuvos Paštas for potential abuse of dominance, citing insufficient evidence and enforcement priorities.
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