Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Competition Authority Defends Independence Amid New Market Research Tool
Jun 11, 2025
The Norwegian Competition Authority is set to enhance its independence with a new market research tool, despite concerns from legal experts about potential political influence.
Competition Bureau Canada
Loblaw Commits to Ending Property Controls in Canadian Grocery Sector
Jun 11, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada is closely monitoring Loblaw's commitment to eliminate restrictive property controls, a move aimed at enhancing competition in the grocery industry.
Czech competition authority
Czech Authority Approves EUROMEDIA and PEMIC Merger with Divestiture Condition
Jun 11, 2025
The Czech competition authority has approved the merger between EUROMEDIA and PEMIC, contingent upon EUROMEDIA divesting its wholesale distribution of printed books to maintain market competition.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Allianz's Acquisition of RAA Insurance
Jun 11, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has decided not to oppose Allianz's acquisition of the Royal Automobile Association's personal insurance business, citing sufficient competition in the market.
French Competition Authority
French Authorities Discuss Cybersecurity and AI at Biannual Meeting
Jun 11, 2025
On June 11, 2025, the French transport regulator hosted a biannual meeting of independent authorities to discuss cybersecurity, the role of these authorities, and the integration of artificial intelligence in regulatory processes.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Authority Penalizes Influencers for Misleading Advertising Practices
Jun 11, 2025
The Italian competition authority has sanctioned influencers Big Luca and Michele Leka for promoting high-earning strategies without clearly indicating the advertising nature of their communications. Other influencers have made commitments to improve transparency.
Australian competition authority
Retailers Fined for Misleading Black Friday Sales Claims
Jun 10, 2025
Three Australian retailers have been penalized for allegedly misleading consumers about their Black Friday sales, each facing a fine of $19,800 from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Penalizes Companies for No-Poach Agreements
Jun 10, 2025
The French competition authority has fined four companies in the engineering and IT sectors for engaging in no-poach agreements that restricted employee mobility.
US Department of Justice
Florida Fuel Supplier Indicted for Defrauding U.S. Military
Jun 10, 2025
A Florida business owner has been indicted for allegedly defrauding the U.S. Department of Defense by submitting fake invoices, resulting in over $5 million in fraudulent payments.
Danish competition authority
Rema 1000 Fined for Misleading Information in Merger Review
Jun 9, 2025
Rema 1000 has been fined 40,000 kroner by the Danish competition authority for providing incorrect and incomplete information during its merger review with parts of Aldi Denmark.
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg Extends Consultation Period for Online Child Protection Guidelines
Jun 9, 2025
The Luxembourg competition authority has extended the deadline for public consultation on the Digital Services Act's guidelines for protecting minors online from June 10 to June 15, 2025.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Releases NBN Co's First Accounting Separation Report
Jun 9, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has published NBN Co's inaugural Accounting Separation report, enhancing transparency in cost allocation between its core and competitive services.
Czech competition authority
Czech Competition Authority Investigates Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Jun 9, 2025
The Czech competition authority has initiated a sector inquiry into publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations, focusing on competition conditions and consumer decision-making.
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada's Competition Bureau Invites Public Input on Algorithmic Pricing
Jun 9, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada is seeking public feedback on the implications of algorithmic pricing across various sectors, aiming to enhance its understanding and regulatory response to this growing trend.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Potential Cement Cartel
Jun 9, 2025
The Polish competition authority has launched an investigation into possible cartel activities among cement producers, following suspicions of price-fixing and market division.
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