Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Italian Competition Authority
Public Consultation Launched on Legality Rating Regulation in Italy
May 26, 2025
The Italian competition authority has initiated a public consultation on the draft regulation concerning legality ratings, inviting stakeholders to provide feedback within 30 days.
Dutch ACM
SHEIN Ordered to Revamp Website for Consumer Compliance
May 26, 2025
The Dutch competition authority and European consumer authorities have mandated SHEIN to rectify multiple consumer protection law violations on its website, aimed at preventing misleading practices.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Approves 2026 Natural Gas Transmission Tariffs
May 26, 2025
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has approved a significant increase in natural gas transmission tariffs for 2026, impacting households and small users.
Polish UOKiK
European Competition Day: Addressing Modern Market Challenges
May 26, 2025
The Polish competition authority hosts the European Competition Day, gathering over 100 experts to discuss the evolution of competition law amid global economic challenges.
Danish competition authority
Danish Court Rules FK Distribution Abused Market Dominance
May 25, 2025
The Danish competition authority has confirmed that FK Distribution misused its dominant position by tying the sale of physical and digital advertising services, limiting competition in the market.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Authority Approves Schlumberger's Acquisition of ChampionX with Conditions
May 25, 2025
The Norwegian competition authority has approved Schlumberger's acquisition of ChampionX, contingent upon several remedial measures to maintain competition in the markets for permanent well monitoring and directional drilling in Norway.
Irish competition authority
SHEIN Faces Pressure from Authorities Over Consumer Rights Violations
May 25, 2025
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and EU consumer authorities have urged SHEIN to address several practices that may violate EU consumer law, including fake discounts and pressure selling tactics.
Croatian competition authority
Insights from the 9th International Competition Law Conference in Split
May 25, 2025
The Croatian Association for Competition Law and Policy hosted the 9th international conference in Split, focusing on contemporary issues in competition law, including innovation and new EU regulations.
Irish competition authority
Boots Ireland Admits to Pricing Violations in Court
May 25, 2025
Boots Retail (Ireland) Limited has pleaded guilty to violating sales pricing laws, resulting in a fine and a charitable donation.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Authorities Crack Down on Deceptive Telemarketing Practices
May 23, 2025
The Italian competition authority has launched investigations into several call centers for misleading consumers in energy and telecommunications contracts. This action aims to combat the widespread issue of deceptive telemarketing.
Hungarian competition authority
Global Authorities Urge Airlines to Ensure Accurate Green Claims
May 22, 2025
The International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network has issued an open letter urging the aviation sector to adhere to proper green communication standards.
Latvian competition authority
Ukrainian Antimonopoly Committee Delegation Visits Latvia for Experience Exchange
May 22, 2025
A delegation from Ukraine's Antimonopoly Committee visited Latvia to enhance institutional capacity and gain insights into competition and state aid policies in the EU.
US Department of Justice
Former Asphalt Company Executive Sentenced for Bid Rigging
May 22, 2025
A former executive of a Michigan asphalt paving company has been sentenced to six months in prison and fined $500,000 for his involvement in a bid rigging conspiracy that spanned several years.
Australian competition authority
Crackdown on Job Scams: Australian Authorities Target Fake Employment Networks
May 22, 2025
The National Anti-Scam Centre's Job Scam Fusion Cell has successfully disrupted over 29,000 scam accounts and 1,850 fraudulent job ads, addressing the rise in employment scams affecting vulnerable Australians.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves IAG's Acquisition of RACQ Insurance
May 21, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has decided not to oppose Insurance Australia Group's acquisition of RACQ Insurance, citing sufficient competition in the market.
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