Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Reviews Alphabet's Acquisition of Delta Schools
May 20, 2025
The Greek competition authority is set to examine Alphabet's proposed acquisition of exclusive control over Delta Schools, raising concerns about potential anti-competitive effects in the education sector.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Joint Renewable Energy Procurement for Adelaide Councils
May 20, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized several Adelaide councils to collaborate on purchasing renewable electricity, aiming to enhance public benefits while minimizing potential drawbacks.
Australian competition authority
Bedshed Fined for Misleading NDIS Claims
May 20, 2025
Bedding retailer Bedshed has been penalized $39,600 by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for allegedly misleading customers about NDIS endorsements in its advertising.
Finnish competition authority
FCCA Launches Investigation into Asphalt Market Practices
May 20, 2025
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority is probing potential illegal cooperation among companies in the asphalt market through recent inspections.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Intensifies Efforts Against Improper Patent Listings to Boost Drug Competition
May 20, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has renewed its challenge against over 200 improper patent listings that hinder generic drug competition, aiming to lower drug prices for consumers.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Competition Authority Concludes Investigation into Dior Group with Binding Commitments
May 20, 2025
The Italian competition authority has closed its investigation into the Dior Group without finding any wrongdoing, but has accepted binding commitments aimed at improving ethical practices and supplier monitoring.
Australian competition authority
Qantas and Virgin Australia Report Strong Earnings Amid Limited Competition
May 19, 2025
Australia's major airlines, Qantas Group and Virgin Australia, have posted impressive financial results for the first half of 2024-25, driven by high demand and reduced competition in the domestic market.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Competition Authority Outlines 2024 Activities and 2025 Priorities
May 19, 2025
The Estonian Competition Authority has released its annual report detailing its activities for 2024 and setting priorities for 2025, focusing on market transparency and fair pricing.
Danish competition authority
Danish Law Tightens Environmental Marketing Claims
May 19, 2025
The Danish competition authority has passed a new marketing law that strengthens documentation requirements for environmental claims made by businesses, aiming to enhance consumer protection.
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg Competition Authority Supports Retail Opening Hours Reform with Conditions
May 19, 2025
The Luxembourg competition authority has conditionally approved a proposed reform of retail opening hours, emphasizing the need for additional measures to ensure fair competition among retailers.
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada's Competition Bureau Releases Updated Guidance for Market Studies
May 19, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada has published a new Market Studies Information Bulletin, providing updated guidance on conducting market studies following a public consultation.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Concludes Antitrust Case Against Welsh Carson
May 19, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a consent order with Welsh Carson, addressing antitrust concerns related to its acquisitions in the anesthesiology sector in Texas.
Dutch ACM
First Dutch Trusted Flagger Designation Under DSA Approaches
May 19, 2025
The Dutch competition authority is set to designate Stichting Offlimits as the first trusted flagger under the Digital Services Act, prioritizing their reports of illegal online content.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Expands Case Against Growth Cave Scam with New Defendants
May 18, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has amended its complaint against the Growth Cave scam, adding two new defendants linked to the fraudulent business operations.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Plans Workshop on Big Tech's Impact on Children
May 18, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has announced a workshop scheduled for June 4, 2025, to address how major technology companies exploit children and negatively affect families in the attention economy.
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