Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Chairman Warns Law Firms on Anticompetitive DEI Hiring Practices
Jan 29, 2026
FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has issued warning letters to 42 law firms regarding potentially anticompetitive employment practices related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hiring standards.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Challenges Balearic Decree on Recreational Boat Rentals
Jan 29, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has filed a legal challenge against a Balearic decree regulating recreational boat rentals, citing unjustified restrictions on competition.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Seeks Input on Conversational Agents
Jan 29, 2026
The French competition authority is launching a public consultation to gather feedback on the competitive functioning of the conversational agents sector, inviting stakeholders to submit their responses by March 6, 2026.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Initiates Phase 2 Review of Coles' Supermarket Acquisition in Kalgoorlie
Jan 29, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has determined that Coles Group Limited's acquisition of a supermarket and liquor store lease in Kalgoorlie, WA, requires a detailed Phase 2 review due to potential competition concerns.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Seeks Input on Conversational Agents
Jan 28, 2026
The French competition authority is launching a public consultation to gather feedback on the competitive functioning of the conversational agents sector, inviting stakeholders to submit their responses by March 6, 2026.
Portuguese competition authority
AdC Imposes Fine on Azores Tourist Guides for Price Fixing
Jan 28, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has fined the Azores Tourist Information Guides Association for fixing minimum prices for tourist guide services, violating competition rules.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Unveils Measures to Enhance Google Search Services in the UK
Jan 28, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority proposes new measures aimed at improving Google’s search services, ensuring fair treatment for content publishers and enhancing user choice.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Possible Price-Fixing in Electronics Market
Jan 28, 2026
The Polish competition authority has launched an investigation into potential collusion among major electronic wholesalers and a manufacturer, examining whether consumers have been overcharged for popular IT, RTV, and AGD products.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Launches In-Depth Review of DFDS's Acquisition of Armas Assets
Jan 28, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has initiated a second-phase analysis of DFDS's acquisition of certain assets from Armas, citing potential risks to competition in the maritime transport sector.
Australian competition authority
EconomyBookings Fined for Misleading Pricing Practices
Jan 28, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has fined EconomyBookings $39,600 for misleading pricing representations on its car rental platform.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Wins Case Against Deceptive Trucking Business RivX
Jan 28, 2026
A federal court has permanently shut down RivX, a trucking business accused of defrauding consumers, following a request from the FTC and the State of Florida.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA's Insights on Planning System Reforms
Jan 27, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provided feedback on proposed reforms to the statutory consultee system in England's planning framework, emphasizing the need for improved efficiency and monitoring.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC to Host Workshop on Age Verification Technologies
Jan 27, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is organizing a virtual workshop to explore age verification technologies and their implications for online services.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Calls for Compliance in Women's Football Broadcasting Rights
Jan 27, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has urged the Women's Professional Football League to align its audiovisual rights marketing with existing regulations.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission Initiates Proceedings to Ensure Google's Compliance with Digital Markets Act
Jan 27, 2026
The European Commission has opened two sets of proceedings to assist Google in meeting its obligations under the Digital Markets Act, focusing on interoperability and data sharing for third-party developers.
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